Home Prices In Franklin Area Increased Recently: See How Much

Home prices are higher in the Franklin area recently. See how much.

Resident Input Needed For New Pathway Along West Forest Home

An upcoming project on West Forest Home from Jefferson Terrace to Speedway Drive could bring a new pathway but the city needs more input.

Polish Fair And Picnic Planned For July: Polish Center of WI

Polish Fest typically falls on this weekend, but it was canceled again this year. A different Polish heritage event is scheduled for July.

Cornhole Champs Can Join Franklin Beer Garden's 2021 League

Grab a friend and show off your cornhole skills at the Franklin Beer Garden's 2021 Cornhole League. The three best teams win cash.

Franklin Area Unemployment Not Changed: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Milwaukee County's unemployment rate hasn't had a month-to-month chan...

Franklin Property Value Assessments For 2021: How To Appeal

The City of Franklin has released its initial 2021 property value assessments. Here's how to contest any changes this year.

Franklin Woman Killed Friend With Eye Drops: Criminal Complaint

The Franklin woman is charged with first-degree intentional homicide for poisoning her friend to death with eye drops, a complaint wrote.

Masks Will Be Optional In Franklin School District Over Summer

Starting June 17, masks will be optional in the district's summer programs for students, regardless of vaccination status.

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Franklin Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Franklin Parents May Have Products Linked To 90 Baby Deaths

New federal safety regulations for baby sleep products may affect what Franklin parents already have in their homes.

Franklin Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply. The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Franklin area.

National Merit Scholar From Franklin Announced

A Franklin High school student is among the 2021 National Merit Scholarship winners.

Franklin Public Library Hosting Community Plant

In lieu of regular garden planting programs, the Franklin Public Library is welcoming the community to a planting/donation event Friday.

WIAA Youth Sport Officials In Short Supply In Franklin Schools

Franklin School District has been short on WIAA licensed officials at some of its games recently. The District is looking to fill the gap.

Man Fires Gun Inside Franklin Club Tuesday: Police

A man was charged with first-degree recklessly endangering safety for firing a gun in a Franklin club then fleeing, Franklin police said.

Franklin's July 4 Celebration Back At Lions Legend Park This Year

The Franklin Civic Celebration, a multi-day celebration honoring Independence Day, will go forward starting July 2 in Lions Legend Park.

Milwaukee Milkmen's First Home Game Is Tuesday Against Winnipeg

The Milwaukee Milkmen will also celebrate its 2020 championship during the first home game of the season Tuesday night.

50 Jobs Could Come To Franklin From S&C Electric Expansion

S&C Electric Company is expanding its Franklin facilities by 50,000 square feet which could result in 50 new jobs.

Franklin Beer Garden Now Open Every Thursday Night

The Croatian Park Beer Garden is kicked off its first Thursday of the season with an offer of free beer, live music and unique food.

Blood Donors Needed In Franklin Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

There is no wait period for blood donations after receiving a coronavirus vaccine dose.

No New Sidewalk Along St. Martins Road In Franklin For Now

WisDOT agreed to mostly fund a sidewalk from Prairie Grass to Loomis along the west side of St Martins Road. Common Council decided to wait.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Franklin Area?

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Franklin area compares.

Common Council To Consider New Public Transit Plans

The Regional Transit Leadership Council (RTLC) wants Franklin to consider improving its public transportation connections.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Franklin Patch.

Rent Estimates In Franklin Area

The coronavirus pandemic and other factors have shaken up the rental market. See how things have changed in Franklin area.

How Much Of Milwaukee County Population Is Vaccinated?

Here is how the Franklin area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Mother’s Day: Share Your Favorite Photo On Franklin Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Franklin Patch.

FAFSA Completions Down In WI: How Franklin Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Franklin area high schools.

How Close Are Franklin Area Hospitals To Capacity? Update

Here are updated numbers on hospital capacity in Milwaukee County.

Home Prices In Franklin Area Increased In Past Year: See How Much

Here is how much home prices have changed over the past year in Milwaukee County area.

Milwaukee County Coronavirus Vaccination, Cases: Latest Info

This is how the Franklin area compares to Wisconsin for coronavirus vaccinations.

Blood Donors Needed In Franklin Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply.

Federal Taxes In Milwaukee County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Milwaukee County neighbors.

Coronavirus Cases Up In Franklin Area Despite Vaccination Increase

Here is how Wisconsin is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive In Franklin Area

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Franklin area.

Franklin Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. Here's how it’s changed in Milwaukee County.

How Did Coronavirus Affect Bankruptcy Filings In Franklin Area?

Bankruptcy filings were down in Milwaukee County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

How Close Are Franklin Area Hospitals To Capacity? Update

Here's how the waning COVID-19 pandemic is affecting hospital capacity in Milwaukee County and across WI.

Ball Still Rolling On Franklin's First Dog Park

City hires environmental consultant to study an 11-acre parcel formerly used as a disposal site.

Forest Park Middle School Principal Earns Leadership Award

Erin King has been selected as a 2021 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Principal Leader, earning grants for her and the school.