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Southeast Wisconsin winter storm watch; snow, ice, dangerous wind gusts

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2 days ago

March 13, 2026

Southeast Wisconsin winter storm watch; snow, ice, dangerous wind gusts

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MILWAUKEE – A winter storm could bring a messy mix of snow, ice and strong winds to Wisconsin this weekend, with significant impacts potentially lasting into Monday.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch from 7 p.m. Saturday through 4 p.m. Monday for much of the state.

While the exact track remains uncertain, the setup could produce a prolonged period of winter weather with changing precipitation types and hazardous travel.

Additionally, a high wind warning is in effect until 4 p.m. Friday for all of southeast Wisconsin.

Storm arrives Saturday night

What we know:

The storm is expected to begin developing across southern Wisconsin Saturday evening as warmer air surges northward ahead of an approaching low pressure system. Snow will likely develop first across much of the area.

As the storm intensifies overnight Saturday into Sunday, warmer air aloft may push into parts of southern Wisconsin. That could lead to a wintry mix of sleet and freezing rain, especially along and north of Interstate 94. Ice building up on power lines can cause widespread power outages. Some areas may also briefly see rain mix in farther south.

This phase of the storm could produce accumulating ice in parts of the FOX 6 viewing area, which would increase the risk for slippery roads and cause power outages as ice builds on trees and power lines.

Snow and wind increase Sunday night

What we know:

Later Sunday, colder air is expected to wrap back into the system. That should change precipitation back to moderate to heavy snow Sunday evening into Monday, with snow potentially lingering through much of the day Monday.

Strong winds will accompany the storm, and those winds could create areas of blowing snow. Visibility could drop below a quarter mile at times when heavier snow bands develop.

The combination of heavy snow and strong winds may produce near-blizzard conditions in localized areas, especially where snow falls consistently.

Travel could become very difficult

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If the storm develops as expected, travel conditions could deteriorate quickly late this weekend. Travel could become very difficult or even impossible at times, with blowing snow and icy roads likely.

Strong winds combined with the weight of snow and ice may also bring down tree branches and power lines, potentially causing sporadic power outages.

Forecast uncertainty remains

Dig deeper:

While confidence is increasing that a significant storm will impact the region, several important details are still uncertain. Small changes in the track of the storm could dramatically affect snowfall totals and where the heaviest ice develops.

The FOX 6 Weather Experts are also monitoring the potential for what’s known as a dry slot wrapping into the storm, which could temporarily reduce precipitation in parts of southern Wisconsin before snow returns on the back side of the storm.

Areas farther north in Wisconsin currently have the highest confidence for heavier snowfall, while locations near the Illinois border may see more mixing and lower snow totals.

What happens next

What’s next:

Conditions should gradually improve Monday evening as the storm pulls away, and high pressure moves into the region.

You are strongly encouraged to monitor updated forecasts over the next 24 to 48 hours, as winter storm watches are often upgraded to warnings as confidence increases.

The Source: The information in this post was provided by the FOX6 Weather Experts and NWS Sullivan.

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Milwaukee Weather: Winter storm impacts Wisconsin with snow, icing, and strong winds

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2 hours ago

March 15, 2026

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MILWAUKEE – Forecast from FOX6 Meteorologist Lisa Michaels

A strong winter storm is forecasted to bring 1 to 2 feet of snow in central and northern portions of the state! Southern Wisconsin is going to see a mix of all types of precipitation from storms to freezing rain, sleet and snow. This will come in three phases:

Phase 1: Winter Weather Advisory Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Dodge counties until 4pm Sunday. Washington and Ozaukee counties until 10am Sunday. Snow/sleet accumulations creating slick roads.
Phase 2: Chance of storms south of WI-60 during the late morning and afternoon. Storms could produce gusty winds, hail, and 1″ of rain.
Phase 3: Winter Storm Warning inland counties 7pm Sunday to 4pm Monday: icing impacting roads, heavier snow 5-8″with higher totals to the north, and breezy winds
Phase 3: Winter Weather Advisory for lakeshore counties 10pm Sunday to 4pm Monday: icing impacting roads, 2-5″ snow/sleet. Icy roads and very windy.

Today: Wintry mix north and rain south in the AM. Late morning/afternoon t-storms. Windy and warm. Wintry mix and snow at night.
High: 51°
Wind: SE 15-30

Tonight: Chance wintry mix and heavy snow, windy.
Low: 20°
Wind: N 15-35

Monday: Winter storm. Windy with blowing snow. 2-4″ Milwaukee, higher W & NW 3-6″ to 6+ northern most counties.
High: 24°
Wind: NW 20-40

Tuesday: Partly sunny. Cold. Chance snow at night.
AM Low: 8° High: 22°
Wind: NW 5-15

Wednesday:Partly cloudy. Slight chance for AM snow.
AM Low: 15° High: 42°
Wind: S 5-10

Thursday: Partly sunny and warmer.
AM Low: 32° High: 47°
Wind: S 5-10

Friday: Partly sunny and mild.
AM Low: 34° High: 52°
Wind: SW 5-10

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Local perspective:

Meanwhile, FOX6Now.com offers a variety of extremely useful weather tools to help you navigate the stormy season. They include the following:

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Big picture view:

Maps and radar

We have a host of maps and radars on the FOX6 Weather page that are updating regularly — to provide you the most accurate assessment of the weather. From a county-by-county view to the Midwest regional radar and a national view — it’s all there.

School and business closings

When the weather gets a little dicey, schools and businesses may shut down. Monitor the latest list of closings, cancellations, and delays reported in southeast Wisconsin.

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Milwaukee County jury convicts man of ‘dating app predator’ crimes

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14 hours ago

March 14, 2026

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Milwaukee County jury convicts man of ‘dating app predator’ crimes

A Milwaukee County jury found a Racine man guilty of kidnapping a 79-year-old Franklin woman and various crimes against other women that earned him the moniker the “dating app predator.”

The jury deliberated for just under an hour on March 14 before reaching guilty verdicts against Timothy Olson.

The jury convicted him on five counts: felony kidnapping, two felony charges of burglary, one felony charge of using personal identifying information and one charge of misdemeanor obstruction.

Olson, 55, acted as his own lawyer and continuously sparred with Circuit Court Judge Kristy Yang since the trial got underway March 11.

Throughout the five-day trial, Olson repeatedly interrupted the judge and tried to testify or talk with witnesses while they were on the stand.

In one instance, Olson appeared to have some kind of medical episode that prompted early dismissal of the jury.

Olson had to be removed from the court several times in 15-minute intervals for violating the rules of decorum, prolonging the trial.

Olson was arrested Nov. 29, 2022, several days after police found an elderly woman near South 108th Street and West Beloit Road, frantically waving her hands inside a white Honda Accord with its flashers on.

She told the officers she had been abducted, and that she managed to escape. She told police a man took her phone and credit cards.

Racine Police had issued warnings about Olson, saying he is linked to three women who fell unconscious in his presence at a bar.

Before the jury started its deliberation, Olson attempted to file a mistrial motion. Previously, he had argued that Assistant District Attorney Sara Sadowski and the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office had not fully turned over evidence to him during discovery and that what was given to him was redacted.

Some of the missing evidence, Olson claimed, was exculpatory and could prove his innocence.

A sentencing hearing and a motion hearing were scheduled for March 17.

While Olson represented himself at trial, Milwaukee lawyer John Thaddeus Wasielewski was in court each day as his standby counsel.

Chris Ramirez covers courts for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He can be reached at caramirez@usatodayco.com.

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Milwaukee house party shooting early Saturday morning, 1 wounded

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1 day ago

March 14, 2026

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Milwaukee house party shooting early Saturday morning, 1 wounded

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MILWAUKEE – One person was injured in a shooting in Milwaukee early Saturday morning, March 14.

Shooting details

What we know:

According to the Milwaukee Police Department, at about 2:30 a.m., a 20-year-old was shot in the area of 22nd and Center.

The victim was shot at a house party after an argument and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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MPD tips

What you can do:

Police are looking for those responsible.

Anyone with information is asked to call MPD at 414-935-7360; to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or use the P3 tips app.

The Source: The Milwaukee Police Department sent FOX6 the information.

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