Abril Preciado

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Bilingual Journalist at WITI-TV (Milwaukee, WI)

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Milwaukee Rufus King teacher accused of sexually harassing students

2 days ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

By Abril Preciado and FOX6 News Digital Team Published April 22, 2025 3:38pm CDT MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee teacher who was employed at Rufus King High School is accused of sexually harassing students. Rufus King teacher accused What we know: Investigators say multiple students at Rufus King High School reported what happened to a school resource officer. Police say all the victims were student athletes.
Death of Pope Francis; Catholics in southeast Wisconsin mourn

3 days ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

By Abril Preciado and FOX6 News Digital Team Published April 21, 2025 5:17pm CDT MILWAUKEE - Catholics in Milwaukee are mourning the passing of Pope Francis. Church bells tolled on Monday, April 21, and pictures of the pontiff were surrounded by Easter flowers at parishes like St. Matthias. The 88-year-old leader of the Roman Catholic Church died on Monday after a stroke and heart attack. Parishioners are fondly remembering their personal interactions with Pope Francis.
Death of Pope Francis; Catholics in southeast Wisconsin mourn

3 days ago | yahoo.com | Abril Preciado

The BriefCatholics in southeast Wisconsin are fondly remembering Pope Francis. Parishioners described their personal interactions with the pontiff. Pope Francis was known as the people's pope, in part, for his humility. MILWAUKEE - Catholics in Milwaukee are mourning the passing of Pope Francis. Church bells tolled on Monday, April 21, and pictures of the pontiff were surrounded by Easter flowers at parishes like St. Matthias.
Hunger Task Force; key player in providing meals this Easter

6 days ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

By Abril Preciado and FOX6 News Digital Team Published April 18, 2025 5:21pm CDT MILWAUKEE - Hunger Task Force is a key player in an effort to make sure those who are struggling have a good Easter meal. Helping those in need What we know: On Good Friday, kindness was on the menu at The Open Door Cafe. Workers there were preparing for a special Easter meal – full of comfort and care. Open Door Cafe head cook Lauren Baas has prepared for more than 100 people in need in Milwaukee.
Hunger Task Force; key player in providing meals this Easter

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Abril Preciado

The BriefWithout the support of Hunger Task Force, places like The Open Door Cafe could not help those in need. The Open Door Cafe is preparing an Easter meal for more than 100 people this weekend. The head cook at the cafe says Hunger Task Force provides roughly 90% of the food needed to serve the meals. MILWAUKEE - Hunger Task Force is a key player in an effort to make sure those who are struggling have a good Easter meal.
Milwaukee ICE raids, small businesses feel economic strain

1 week ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

MILWAUKEE - Immigrant-owned businesses on Milwaukee's south side are feeling the impact of recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. What they're saying: Business owners who spoke to FOX6 News said the raids have caused a domino effect that puts them in a tough situation, and they are doing what they can to stay open.
Milwaukee illegal dumping; leaders debate so-called "crime of laziness"

1 week ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

Milwaukee leaders gathered on Wednesday, April 16 to address a problem in the city – illegal dumping. Some are calling it an "epidemic." Concerns about illegal dumping What we know: City leaders and community members held a summit on Wednesday to express their concerns. They also took part in brainstorming to find solutions for what Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson calls a "plague." What they're saying: "It's a crime. Illegal dumping is a crime.
President Trump tariffs; Quinceañera dress sellers feel impact

1 week ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

By Abril Preciado and FOX6 News Digital Team Published April 15, 2025 5:31pm CDT GREENDALE, Wis. - Tariffs on imported goods are now hitting a surprising target, quinceañera dresses. New target of tariffs What we know: For clients like Stephanie Steinert, looking for the perfect dress for her daughter comes with a price. Arely's Boutique inside Greendale's Southridge Mall is among Steinert's stops. What they're saying: "You're looking at everything escalating day in and out.
ICE, IRS agreement: Immigrant tax filing down, preparers say

1 week ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

ICE, IRS reach agreement to share tax info For years, undocumented immigrants have been encouraged to file taxes. But this season, tax preparers said people are afraid that filing could put them at risk of deportation. MILWAUKEE - For years, undocumented immigrants have been encouraged to file taxes. But this season, tax preparers said people are afraid that filing could put them at risk of deportation.
ICE, IRS agreement: Immigrant tax filing down, preparers say

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Abril Preciado

The BriefThe IRS agreed to share confidential taxpayer information with immigration officers. Tax preparers said people are afraid that filing could put them at risk of deportation. The Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy said undocumented immigrants paid $96.7 billion in federal, state and local taxes in 2022. MILWAUKEE - For years, undocumented immigrants have been encouraged to file taxes.