Milwaukee, WI
Gas prices are currently under $3 in Wisconsin and could continue declining this fall
When gas prices are the cheapest
Tired of paying so much for gas? Discover how geopolitical events, seasonal demand and crude oil prices impact what you pay at the pump.
Gas prices in Wisconsin are now under $3 per gallon, on average, for the first time since last winter.
According to data from AAA, the average gas price per gallon in the state has fallen from $3.37 a month ago to under $2.98 on Monday. This also represents a significant drop from this time last year when Wisconsin’s average price was $3.66 per gallon.
Additionally, prices are dropping nationwide ― from $3.43 per gallon on average last month to about $3.21 on Monday, AAA says.
These are the lowest prices Wisconsin has seen since February 2024, data from GasBuddy.com shows, and they could approach the lowest seen nationwide in three years, Gas Buddy head of petroleum analysis Patrick De Haan said.
So, what’s causing this steep drop in prices at the pump, and what can Wisconsinites expect in the coming months? Here’s what to know.
Gas prices are under $3 in Milwaukee and continue to decline
Average gas prices in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area are about $2.90 per gallon on Monday, AAA says.
This is down from about $3.02 per gallon last week, $3.44 a month ago and $3.60 at this time last year.
Why are gas prices going down in Wisconsin?
The incremental switch from more expensive lower-butane summer-blend gasoline to cheaper higher-butane winter-blend gasoline usually causes gas prices to drop each fall.
The Environmental Protection Agency requires refineries to produce summer gasoline from May 1 to Sept. 15 and retailers to sell it from June 1 to Sept. 15. Most stations across the country will begin switching back to winter gasoline on Monday, De Haan said.
However, in August, stations in Wisconsin and other Midwestern states were granted a waiver to make the switch to winter gasoline early this year after a tornado-related outage at a fuel refinery in Joliet, Ill., caused gas prices to skyrocket.
At this time last year, refinery issues in other areas of the country caused prices to be much higher than they are this year, De Haan said. “That’s why, all of a sudden, some states are looking at an 80-cent difference between today and a year ago. … Typically, if there aren’t refinery issues or hurricanes, what we’re seeing this year is normally what happens. Gas prices usually peak in the spring, and then, as summer progresses, gas prices usually trend slowly lower.”
Even before the typical Sept. 16 switch to winter gasoline, the reopening of schools and the slow down of summer road trips at the end of August tend to cause people to drive less, lowering the demand for gasoline, De Haan explained.
Additionally, GasBuddy.com data shows that crude oil prices are at their lowest in over a year, further helping drive gasoline prices down.
How will gas prices change in the fall and winter?
“With the change to winter gasoline happening today at most stations across the country, the outlook is bright for the national average to continue to make a run at falling to $2.99 per gallon for the first time since 2021,” De Haan said.
De Haan said he expects Milwaukee gas prices to remain below $3 for the remainder of the calendar year unless another refinery outage or other major global event occurs. Prices could drop between 10 and 25 cents per gallon over the next few weeks, he said.
“I don’t really think it’s going to get a whole lot better than $2.60 or $2.50,” he continued. “I think we’ll probably hang out in the mid-to-upper twos for much of the rest of the year. If there are any refinery issues or if things develop economically for better, then we could see the higher side of that, or potentially slightly over $3 a gallon.”
Where can I find the lowest gas prices in Milwaukee?
GasBuddy maintains a list of the cheapest gas prices in the Milwaukee area, based on reports from local GasBuddy users. As of Monday morning, the cheapest prices per gallon could be found at Costco in Menomonee Falls ($2.59), Kwik Trip in Colgate ($2.59), Costco in Pewaukee ($2.59) and Kwik Trip in Sussex ($2.59).
The lowest price within the city of Milwaukee can be found at Sam’s Club on 124th Street ($2.69), while numerous other Milwaukee stations are selling gas for $2.73 per gallon.
For an up-to-date list of the cheapest gas prices in the Milwaukee area, click here.

Milwaukee, WI
Missing Milwaukee boy found safe, uncle charged: new video

MILWAUKEE – FOX6 News has obtained new videos showing the abduction of 7-year-old Jamal White before he was found safe.
What we know:
One shows the 7-year-old boy being snatched while riding a bike in front of his family home. The other shows the next day when his uncle opened fire on people trying to help.
The backstory:
Police said White was taken at gunpoint outside his home near 61st and Hustis around 7 p.m. on Friday. He was reported critically missing that night, and an Amber Alert was later issued.

Almost 24 hours after he had been taken, police confirmed he was found safe. The Amber Alert was then canceled. At this time, what led to his abduction – and eventual return – remains unclear.
What they’re saying:
One man, who wishes to remain unidentified, said the sound of White’s screams calling out for his father still pull at his heartstrings.
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“I was just in shock,” he said. “You could literally help somebody and still be a target.”

New surveillance shows two people jumping out of a jeep. White, who was on a bike in front of his family home, tried to run when someone grabbed him and threw him in the car.
You can see another person running in the house.
“To hear that little boy scream out for his daddy and the way he sounded, it was like, ‘Hey, you need to get up and search around to see if you can find something,” the man said.

He said he and his 16-year-old drove to Hustis on Saturday morning to help out and tried to park.
“Soon as I was able to see this guy running, he turns his gun around and aims at us, shooting,” he said.
Dig deeper:
27-year-old Jamel White, the boy’s uncle, was arrested. He told detectives he was scared for his family.
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“It shook my son a little bit and it kind of put a bad taste in my mouth about helping,” the man said.

Nobody was injured in the incident.
It should be noted that Jamel White was not charged with his disappearance. He was charged with two counts of first-degree recklessly endangering safety.
What’s next:
His bond was set at $20,000. He is due back in court on Tuesday, July 22.
The Milwaukee Police Department said the 7-year-old was released to Child Protective Services.
The Source: FOX6 News obtained new video and utilized past coverage.
Milwaukee, WI
Here are restaurants in the Milwaukee area to get a hot dog on National Hot Dog Day July 16

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Served at 1950 Originals each January, this limited-edition “Ramen Dog” has divided the internet since it hit Instagram last winter.
National Hot Dog Day – which is Wednesday, July 16 – is your chance to find a tasty hot dog to try, with many area restaurants featuring the item on its menu.
And here is a fun fact about hot dogs: They are a good source of protein. According to USA Today, hot dogs normally have 5 grams of protein.
While it can be mixed if hot dogs are healthy or not, some argue putting vegetables as toppings can assist with hot dogs being part of a healthy diet.
“They are healthy because they are natural, all beef with lots of veggies,” said Reannen Anderson, owner of Waukesha-based food truck, Big John’s Burgers and Dogs in Waukesha.
These are many Milwaukee-area restaurants to grab a hot dog.
Portillo’s in Brookfield and Greenfield
Portillo’s in Brookfield and Greenfield offers a Chicago-style hot dog that includes toppings such as mustard, relish, celery salt, chopped onions, sliced tomatoes, kosher pickle and sport peppers into a poppy seed bun.
If you have a Perks card (it is free to get one), Portillo’s is having $1 hot dogs with a $5 purchase.
Locations: 17685 W. Bluemound Road (Brookfield) and 8705 Sura Lane (Greenfield)
Hours: 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
For more information: Visit www.portillos.com
Dog Haus Biergarten Ballpark Commons in Franklin
Dog Haus Biergarten Ballpark Commons in Franklin has hormone- and antibiotic-free all beef dogs served on King’s Hawaiian rolls.
Location: 7055 S. Ballpark Drive, Franklin
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
For more information: Visit locations.doghaus.com/locations/WI/franklin/7055-s-ballpark-d
Five Guys in Grafton, Glendale, Wauwatosa, Delafield and Brookfield
Besides hamburgers, Five Guys in Grafton, Glendale, Wauwatosa, Delafield and Brookfield also serves hot dogs. These hot dogs include bacon and cheese dogs.
Locations: 2900 Golf Road (Delafield); 5650 N. Port Washington Road (Grafton); 16730 W. Bluemound Road (Brookfield) and 2500 N. Mayfair Road (Wauwatosa in Mayfair Mall)
Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Sunday (Grafton, Glendale, Delafield, Brookfield) and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wauwatosa
For more information: fiveguys.com
Pop’s Frozen Custard, Menomonee Falls
Pop’s Frozen Custard in Menomonee Falls serves hot dogs and chili dogs.
Location: N87 W16459 Appleton Ave., Menomonee Falls
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday
For more information: Visit popscustard.com
Bubba’s Frozen Custard in Pewaukee
Bubba’s Frozen Custard in Pewaukee has chili hot dogs, bacon and Chicago-style hot dogs
Location: 1276 Capitol Drive, Pewaukee
Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday
For more information: Visit bubbasfrozencustard.com
Dr. Dawg in Thiensville
Dr. Dawg has hot dog varieties such as the chili, slaw and cheese hot dogs.
Location: 105 W. Freistadt Road, Thiensville
Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday
For more information: Visit drdawg.net
Big John’s Burgers and Dogs in Waukesha
Big John’s Burgers and Dogs, a food truck, features its Chicago-style hot dog made with Nathan’s all-beef dog. The Chicago-style hot dog has yellow mustard, chopped white onions, sweet pickle relish, dill pickle and tomato slices.
Location: On July 16, Big John’s Burgers and Dogs will be at the parking lot at Eaton, 1319 Lincoln Ave., Waukesha. Normally, they are at Woodman’s at 1600 E. Main St. in Waukesha.
Hours: On July 16, this food truck will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On other weekdays, they are open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
For more information: Visit bit.ly/hotdogswaukesha
Sammy’s Taste of Chicago in West Allis
Sammy’s Taste of Chicago features different hot dogs such as the Chicago hot dog, kraut dog, cheese dog, jumbo hot dog and the corn dog.
Location: 1234 S. 108th St., West Allis
Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
For more information: Visit sammystoc.com
Jumbo’s Frozen Custard, Jumbo Burgers & Red Hots
Jumbo’s Frozen Custard, Jumbo Burgers & Red Hots offers Chicago-style, chili or build-your-own hot dogs.
Location: 1014 S. Main St., West Bend
Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday
For more information: Visit jumbosfrozencustard.com
Cathy Kozlowicz can be reached at 262-361-9132 or cathy.kozlowicz@jrn.com.
Milwaukee, WI
Teen injured in shooting near 69th and Congress in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee police are looking for suspects in a shooting that sent a teen to the hospital on Sunday.
Police said the shooting happened just after 10:30 p.m. near 69th and Congress on July 13, injuring a 15-year-old who was taken to the hospital for treatment of nonfatal injuries.
Watch: Teen injured in shooting near 69th and Congress in Milwaukee
Teen injured in shooting near 69th and Congress in Milwaukee
According to police, the circumstances leading up to the shooting are still under investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at (414) 935-7360. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or use P3 Tips.
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