Good morning, Waukesha.

At Friday Night Live on June 5, organizers noted safety issues with electric bicycles and electric scooters in the crowd, prompting calls for pedestrians to walk.

A committee (voted Monday) recommended a proposed ordinance to regulate powered vehicles on city sidewalks.

Fire crews responded to a structure fire in the Village of Dousman Saturday and found multiple dogs and cats; some received CPR while several did not survive, and investigators are working with state and local agencies.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation named over 2,500 winners nationwide in the 2026 program, including standout students from Waukesha County.

Local honorees such as Jeremiah Alejandro (Brookfield) and Vincent Robert Mangan earned awards ranging from $500 to $2,000 annually to help pay for college.

Waukesha County Parks launches a fun 'Leave No Trace' campaign from June through September to remind visitors to leash dogs, stick to trails, and dispose of trash properly.

The campaign features witty social media posts and playful park signs — urging everyone to protect our natural spaces.

State Sen. Julian Bradley presented the Forward28 Award to the Fellin family for welcoming five young people into their home during severe weather & recognizing their strong community spirit in Wisconsin’s 28th Senate District.

Developers VJS Construction Services, VJS Development Group, Somerstone Development, and Bedford Development held a groundbreaking today for Phase II of The Den at Fox Run in Waukesha, adding 63 apartment homes with underground parking, a fitness center, residents lounge - construction will begin this summer.

In May, the metro housing market stayed strong as home sales increased over 6% and prices rose similarly, with properties selling in about 20 days; Washington County led sales (185 homes sold) amid low housing inventory, according to the Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS report.

Fox River Falls will add 44 single-family lots to its neighborhood, increasing homes from 127 to 171; the Village Board approved the project on June 1 & the Plan Commission approved a preliminary plat on June 2.

At Goodman Diamond on Saturday, the Pirates lost 9-1 to Fox Valley Lutheran & their historic season marked by a semifinal win over Medford ended without a state title.

Waukesha Civic Band Concerts

8-9 p.m. — Cutler Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly summer concert featuring local musicians with a variety of engaging music.

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

6-10 p.m. — Lowell Park — Free entry — Celebrate America's independence with a beer garden, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show.

THE GUFS | Sunset Concert Series

6-9 p.m. — Milwaukee Tool Amphitheater — Free entry — Rock out with The Gufs and enjoy a beautiful sunset at this family-friendly concert.