Katie G. Embertson

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Real-Time Desk Editor at WTMJ-TV (Milwaukee, WI)

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Signs of Summer: Milwaukee County Parks announces 2025 aquatic openings

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

MILWAUKEE — It’s time!!! Milwaukee County Parks has announced the opening dates for community pools, water parks, and splash pads across the county. Due to unseasonably cold weather, Milwaukee County Parks says they have rescheduled the opening day for Cool Waters. Cool Waters will open Saturday, May 31, marking the beginning of the pool season.
2 Oak Creek residents dead in Marinette County crash Friday night, Sheriff says

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

STEPHENSON, Wis — According to the Marinette County Sheriff's Office, three people, two from Oak Creek, are dead after a crash Friday night. The crash occurred Friday, May 23, around 9:22 p.m. on County Highway A at Moonshine Hill Rd. in the Town of Stephenson. Law enforcement says a driver, Daniel W. Mrotek, a 60-year-old from Berlin, Wis, was traveling west on Moonshine Hill Rd. when he failed to stop at a stop sign and collided with a vehicle traveling north on County Hwy A.
Pup party of the year: Paw Fest at the Lakefront to be held Saturday, Sep. 20

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

Brought to you by the people behind Doggy Day, Winston’s Wishes announces the first-ever Paw Fest at the Lakefront. The celebration of pets, people, and paws is set for Saturday, Sep. 20, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Henry Maier Festival Park.
A fan favorite returns: O&H Danish Bakery announces the return of limited-edition Whisky Kringle

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

The ever-loved O&H Danish Bakery has announced the return of its partnership with The Glenrothes Whisky for the creation of the limited-edition Whisky Kringle. This limited-edition Kringle will be available for nationwide delivery, as well as in-store purchase at any of the bakery’s five Southeast Wisconsin locations, from May 27 through Father’s Day, June 15. Pre-order for the Whisky Kringle is now available. Click here to pre-order.
Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. announces new pop-up pickleball experience

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. has announced a new way to get active at Henry Maier Festival Park this spring and summer. Through Memorial Day, open pickleball play is available at the Aurora Pavilion at Henry Maier Festival Park and… it's FREE!Three courts will be open daily from dawn until dusk and will work on a first-come, first-served basis. Players should enter through the Mid Gate at Henry Maier Festival Park and head to the south entrance of the Pavilion.
4 overnight Milwaukee shootings leave 4 injured, police say

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating four separate overnight shootings. These shootings sent four people to the hospital with injuries. The first shooting happened around 8:40 p.m. Saturday, May 17, in the area of South 13th St. and Harrison Ave. Police say the 21-year-old victim arrived at a local hospital for treatment of gunshot injuries.
6 arrested after police pursuit and crash early Sunday morning, Wauwatosa police say

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

According to the Wauwatosa Police Department, six teens were arrested following a police pursuit and crash. The incident happened around 12:53 a.m. Sunday, May 18. An officer saw a vehicle driving at a high rate of speed in the area of 62nd St. and State St. The vehicle had no lights on, and the occupants were wearing masks, police say. A short time later, police relocated the vehicle and attempted to stop it in the area of 53rd St. and Vliet St. in Milwaukee.
Racine Fire Department urges importance of smoke alarms after house fire

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

RACINE — The Racine Fire Department reminds the public of the importance of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors after Saturday morning house fire. The fire occurred around 2:02 a.m. Saturday, May 17, in the area of Marboro Dr. and Ostergaard Ave. in Racine. Racine Fire Department says crews found fire in the rear corner of the house, extending from the first floor to the top of the second floor. The fire department was able to control the fire within 15 minutes.
Racine police: 11-year-old killed in accidental shooting, suspect in custody

3 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Katie G. Embertson |Tony Aria

According to the Racine Police Department, an 11-year-old boy was killed in an accidental shooting. The shooting took place around 10:33 p.m. Friday, May 16, in the area of Prospect St and Howard St. in Racine. Police say a sibling accidentally shot the 11-year-old boy. Police have identified and taken a suspect into custody. The 11-year-old was taken to a local hospital by family, where he died. The Racine Police Department is investigating.
5th person dies after apartment fire near 27th and Highland in Milwaukee

3 weeks ago | nbc26.com | Katie G. Embertson

MILWAUKEE — A fifth person has died following an apartment fire in Milwaukee on Sunday morning, according to the Milwaukee Fire Department. Officials initially confirmed that four people died as a result of the fire. In an update Monday morning, Milwaukee Fire Chief Aaron Lipski said a fifth person died from injuries sustained in the fire after being taken to a nearby hospital by a paramedic unit.