Abril Preciado

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Bilingual Journalist at WITI-TV (Milwaukee, WI)

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Milwaukee fatal apartment fire; city leaders seek prevention options

1 week ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

By Abril Preciado and FOX6 News Digital Team Published May 28, 2025 5:20pm CDT MILWAUKEE - Firefighters say sprinklers could have saved five lives in a fatal Mother's Day Milwaukee fire. So why are thousands of buildings in the city not required to have them? In the wake of a fatal fire What we know: On Wednesday, May 28, the Milwaukee Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee met to talk about sprinklers. The Highland Court apartments did not have them.
South Milwaukee mercury spill; cleanup remains underway

1 week ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

SOUTH MILWAUKEE, Wis. - A storage facility is still dealing with the cleanup after a Memorial Day mercury spill. What we know: Crews were called to a storage unit facility just after 4 p.m. near 11th and Columbia on Monday, May 26. Chris Hitler said the top priority is keeping people safe after the spill outside a unit at his storage facility. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android "We don't want anyone to get hurt," Hitler said.
Milwaukee shootings, violent weekend; victim families frustrated

1 week ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

By Abril Preciado and FOX6 News Digital Team Published May 26, 2025 4:38pm CDT MILWAUKEE - Memorial Day weekend is often seen as the unofficial start of summer. In Milwaukee, there were six separate shooting incidents leaving two people dead and several more wounded.
Milwaukee Veterans Park Field of Flags honors Wisconsin's fallen

2 weeks ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

Field of Flags at Veterans Park MILWAUKEE - More than 27,000 flags have been placed at Veterans Park ahead of Memorial Day, each representing a Wisconsinite lost in battle. "We are grateful and humbled for all your sacrifices, and to all my fellow veterans here with us today, thank you for your service to our country and the state of Wisconsin," said James Bond, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs.
Milwaukee Veterans Park Field of Flags honors Wisconsin's fallen

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Abril Preciado

The BriefMore than 27,000 flags have been placed at Veterans Park ahead of Memorial Day. The Field of Flags honors each Wisconsinite who made the ultimate sacrifice. The Field of Flags will be on display all Memorial Day weekend. MILWAUKEE - More than 27,000 flags have been placed at Veterans Park ahead of Memorial Day, each representing a Wisconsinite lost in battle.
Gun violence in Milwaukee costs taxpayers millions; what we learned

2 weeks ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

By Abril Preciado and FOX6 News Digital Team Published May 22, 2025 5:24pm CDT MILWAUKEE - Gun violence is costing taxpayers millions of dollars. That is the message as a gun violence prevention program enters a new phase in Milwaukee. Cost of gun violence What we know: Violence is Reggie Moore's focus in his work for Medical College of Wisconsin. "Gun violence is so high in the area," Moore said.
Gun violence in Milwaukee costs taxpayers millions; what we learned

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Abril Preciado

The BriefWe're getting a new look at the cost of gun violence in Milwaukee. New research shows each homicide costs the city about $2 million. That money goes to health care, investigation, incarceration, victim compensation and social service assistance. MILWAUKEE - Gun violence is costing taxpayers millions of dollars. That is the message as a gun violence prevention program enters a new phase in Milwaukee.
New ZIP codes? Congressional bill could impact these Wisconsin communities

2 weeks ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

GLENDALE, Wis. - Some municipalities have more than one ZIP code, but a bill in Congress would clean up the dilemma for several communities in southeast Wisconsin. H.R. 3095 Local perspective: If H.R. 3095 goes through, Congress would give several municipalities their own ZIP codes. In southeast Wisconsin, that includes Caledonia, Franklin, Glendale, Greenfield, Mount Pleasant, Rochester and Somers.
Investigation confirms racist comments at Waterford track meet, school issues apology

2 weeks ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

Waterford Union High School track MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee families are getting answers after new details emerged about a track meet that took a troubling turn earlier this month. Racist comments The backstory: Rufus King High School students said they heard racist comments from Waterford students during a track meet at Waterford Union High School.
Hail damage from Thursday thunderstorms keeps people busy

3 weeks ago | fox6now.com | Abril Preciado

Hail damage to Don Hilke's truck OAK CREEK, Wis. - Severe thunderstorms thrashed southeast Wisconsin on Thursday, leading to large hail in some areas and tornadoes in others. In Oak Creek, the damage kept contractors and auto shops busy on Friday. Hail damage What they're saying: Don Hilke and Liz Simpson walked FOX6 News through the damage to their homes after quarter-sized hail hit their neighborhood.