James Ganley

Milwaukee

Executive Producer at Hearst Television

Articles

Two people escape burning home in Racine County

3 days ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

Two people escaped safely after a fire tore through a home in Racine County early Monday morning.It happened just after 3 a.m. on Ashwood Lane near Wind Lake Road in the community of Wind Lake.Firefighters say no one was hurt, but the home is likely a total loss.Because the area has no fire hydrants, 12 departments responded with tanker trucks to help fight the flames.The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Car slams into Greenfield apartment, ends up inside

3 days ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

Breaking news right now out of Greenfield. Matt Salemi is *** new shopper 12 above the scene of *** crash near 27th and Layton. Matt, these are some incredible images we're looking at. That's *** vehicle in an apartment building. Yeah, it went through the brick wall right over the air conditioning unit, as you can see that air conditioning unit smashed and it went into the apartment and you can see that that corner of the building also is very seriously damaged.
The Little Read Book in Wauwatosa to close after 40 years

4 days ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

The Little Read Book, an independent bookstore in the village of Wauwatosa, will close for good on July 18 after 40 years in business.Owner Linda Burg opened the store in 1985 on Harwood Avenue in the village. It moved to its current location on State Street in 1989 and became a go-to spot for readers.
Large police response at FedEx Facility in Menomonee Falls

4 days ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

A major police response unfolded overnight Monday at the FedEx facility on County Line Road, between Pilgrim Road and Highway 145 in Menomonee Falls.12 News crews spotted more than a dozen law enforcement vehicles at the scene, both inside and outside the property. Police tape surrounded parts of the building, and evidence markers were visible outside.At this time, it’s unclear what prompted the response or whether anyone was injured.
Impact Day: Afternoon Storm Chances

1 week ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

A sunny and warm start to the day on Friday with highs near 80. A cold front will bring showers and storms to the area in the afternoon and evening. Some of these storms could pose a risk for some hail or damaging winds.Smoke from Canadian wildfires will also be dragged in from this cold front and some of that smoke may mix down to the surface causing reduced air quality.
Two dead, two hurt in separate double shootings in Milwaukee

1 week ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

Milwaukee police are investigating two separate double shootings on Sunday, both leaving one person dead and another wounded. The first shooting happened around 5:50 a.m. near 35th Street and Florist Avenue in the city's Fairfield neighborhood. Milwaukee police say a 48-year-old died at the scene. A second victim, a 42-year-old, was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
FedEx semi flips, shuts down Milwaukee highway for hours

2 weeks ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

CALL POLICE. WELL, CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO FROM OVERNIGHT. A FEDEX TRUCK FLIPPED OVER ON THE INTERSTATE, SHUTTING IT DOWN FOR HOURS. THIS HAPPENED ON THE 894 BYPASS AT 19TH STREET. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CAMERAS CAPTURED THE MOMENT CREWS WERE ABLE TO GET THE SEMI TRAILER BACK UPRIGHT AND LOADED ONTO A TOW TRUCK. THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE SAYS NO INJURIES HAVE BEEN REPORTED AT THIS HOUR.
UW-Platteville confirms two students dead after campus emergency

2 weeks ago | wrex.com | James Ganley

PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin (WISN) — The UW-Platteville Chancellor’s Office confirmed Monday night that two students died following an emergency incident at a campus dormitory earlier in the day. The victims have been identified as 22-year-old Kelsie Martin of Beloit, Wisconsin, and 22-year-old Hallie Helms of Baraboo, Wisconsin. Both students were recent graduates of UW-Platteville.
UW-Platteville confirms two students dead after campus emergency

2 weeks ago | kvia.com | James Ganley

By James GanleyClick here for updates on this story PLATTEVILLE, Wisconsin (WISN) — The UW-Platteville Chancellor’s Office confirmed Monday night that two students died following an emergency incident at a campus dormitory earlier in the day. The victims have been identified as 22-year-old Kelsie Martin of Beloit, Wisconsin, and 22-year-old Hallie Helms of Baraboo, Wisconsin. Both students were recent graduates of UW-Platteville.
One dead, one hospitalized after domestic violence shooting in Milwaukee

2 weeks ago | wisn.com | James Ganley

Milwaukee Police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead and another person seriously injured late Monday night.It happened just before 10:00 p.m. near 41st Street and Custer Avenue, just east of McGovern Park. Officers arrived to find a 36-year-old suffering from serious gunshot wounds and the person was taken to the hospital.Police say the suspected shooter, a 38-year-old, was also found at the scene with a gunshot wound that appeared to be self-inflicted.