Adam Rife, Reporter
Adam Rife reports for CBS 58's evening newscasts.
He's worked in newsrooms in Illinois and Ohio, covering stories that get answers and create change. In the past few years he's reported on a deadly mass shooting, federal corruption investigations, and deadly storms that produced more than 20 tornadoes in one night. His investigative reporting on deadly child abuse cases changed how state agencies must handle reports of neglect and abuse. And he's covered countless campaign rallies and political events spanning three presidencies.
Previously, Adam was an anchor and statehouse reporter, anchoring election nights and inaugurations, moderating debates, and producing and anchoring breaking news and special programming. He began his broadcasting career in several Chicago newsrooms.
The move to CBS 58 marks a return to the Milwaukee area for Adam. His grandparents were born and raised in Port Washington and many family members still live throughout southeastern Wisconsin. He comes from a large, supportive family just over the state line in McHenry County, Illinois and friends and family live throughout the area. He holds a history degree, enjoys cooking and reading, and loves the Milwaukee area's history, hiking trails, and restaurants.
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Articles by Adam Rife
- New documents detail battle between Greenfield mayor and police chief he's trying to oust
- Amid Madison hazing investigation, medical expert explains why many cases go unreported
- 'Sounded like fireworks going off': New MFD reports detail twin U-Haul fires, possible causes
- Bodycam video released after fatal police-involved shooting near 37th and Wright
- 'Do I annihilate the Islamic Republic': Some Republicans break from Trump after comments on Iran
- Former Racine Case HS basketball star killed in shooting near 12th and Memorial
- Rising gas prices become campaign issue as candidates push for repeal of minimum markup law
- 'Side door access': After FPC meeting, unclear how many federal and local agencies accessed Milwaukee Flock data
- 'I actually backtracked': Southeast Wisconsin drivers desperate for deals as gas prices keep rising
- New MPS community committee holds first meeting toward eventual school closures
- 'I saw a giant fireball': Milwaukee commercial pilot reflects on seeing 9-11 attacks from the air, 25 years later
- Tom Tiffany campaigns in Milwaukee as protesters raise healthcare concerns
- Dominoes fall: More than a dozen Wisconsin communities drop Flock cameras amid privacy, data sharing concerns
- Dozens sound off on Flock technology at Milwaukee FPC meeting, call for city to cancel contract
- 'They don't need it': Dozens of people weigh in on We Energies' rate hike proposal
- 'These issues continue to happen': Milwaukee mayor, police pledge policy changes to Flock camera use
- MPS safety worker accused of making sexual advances against students appears in court
- Deeper look into alleged Fond Du Lac stalking case with suspect out free
- Fond du Lac man charged with stalking after investigators find skeletal remains, serial killer memorabilia
- 'It was disgusting': Racine youth football player tripped by adult from opposing team
- Driver speaks after she was arrested twice when vehicle was mistakenly flagged
- Wisconsin analysts worry about impact of possible Canadian tariff war as threats escalate
- Tosa East football returns to Hart Park more than a year after field was destroyed by flooding
- New video shows kidnapping suspect after alleged victim was freed
- 'Pure and simple fraud': Marquette poll director discusses fake poll released during Wisconsin primary
- 'Stand up for Corey!': Rev. Al Sharpton delivers eulogy for Corey Ruiz at funeral service that calls for social justice
- Whitefish Bay LL 1 win away from World Series, leaders credit years of 'time and passion'
- Crowley kicks off Democrat unity tour as supporters & former opponents rally behind governor candidate
- Milwaukee police submit application to take over former Duke's on Water location
- Stolen Picasso etching returned to Milwaukee police 8 years later
- More arrests in Madison as quieter day of protests turns into tense afternoon
- Madison law enforcement reclaims encampment site after Tuesday struggle with protesters
- New video shows chaotic police response to Waukesha Meijer hostage situation
- Suspect critically injured in officer-involved shooting at Waukesha Meijer
- All 5 Democratic candidates discuss data centers at Milwaukee town hall, trade few jabs
- 5 Democratic candidates square off in only gubernatorial debate
- EF-3 tornado tears through Menasha, leaving widespread damage
- Ruiz family speaks out as third night of protests draws hundreds in Madison
- Irate protesters commandeer Madison shooting news conference, police chief pledges cooperation with investigation
- Crowley confirms old social media account in NBC News report, but denies writing inflammatory posts
- Expert discusses cumulative effects of gun violence after at least 6 shot in Milwaukee in 1 day, including 3 teens
- $896 million estimate to replace Milwaukee County Courthouse, 1 supervisor wants public referendum
- 'We will prosecute': Milwaukee city attorney sets up possible showdown, tells DOJ city will enforce mask ban for federal agents
- Family says Sade Robinson's storage unit was emptied in apparent theft
- ‘Insanity every night’: Brady Street neighbors sound off at community meeting over recent violent incidents
- Milwaukee ends pit bull and Rottweiler breed restrictions
- 'I needed to see them in person': Lincoln Ave. school community pushing forward with post-fire plans
- Fatal shooting victim identified as Milwaukee rapper after double shooting near 27th and Atkinson
- Former Milwaukee County judge Hannah Dugan avoids prison time, fined $5K
- Former Judge Hannah Dugan to be sentenced Wednesday in federal obstruction case
- Lincoln Ave School OK'd for demolition, MFD returns to spray down more hotspots
- ‘It’s unbearable to see': Hundreds rally against recent federal immigration arrests as local governments feud with DHS
- Bodycam captures fatal police-involved shooting near 84th and Kaul
- Brady Street starts summer safety pilot program, neighbors maintain area is safe
- Data center deep dive: Water supply is critical to cooling data centers and power generation stations
- On fourth anniversary of fall of Roe v Wade, additional potential legal battles over abortion services loom
- Race organizers, runners frustrated after Racine drawbridge raises, interrupting weekend race
- Hours-long barricade situation in Whitefish Bay ends, man taken into custody
- 'They're not bothering anybody': South Milwaukee man fights to keep year-round skeleton decorations despite threat of fines
- Salah Sarsour details his ICE detention, his attorneys address US government's allegations
- Milwaukee Islamic leader speaks after returning home from months-long federal detention
- Dousman kennel that caught fire was unlicensed, families mourn pets killed
- 'This is a child': Use of force expert weighs in on body cam of Menomonee Falls police arresting 13-year-old
- 'It hurt': Teenager describes Menomonee Falls arrest on video, attorney believes excessive force was used
- 'Don't put your hand on his throat!': Video shows Menomonee Falls officers arrest boy, family alleges he was choked
- Inside Glendale apartment fire: How upgraded alarm system helped people evacuate
- Crews respond to 3-alarm fire at Glendale apartment building
- Beer garden expected to open in Milwaukee's Red Arrow Park this July
- Data center deep dive: Impacts on energy infrastructure and rate plans
- Milwaukee police shoot 2 dogs after 1 bites officer
- Family remembers lost loved one as judge wants to hold bars accountable for drunk drivers
- Data shows MPD chases are up as FPC, police chief at odds over pursuit policy
- Alders and business owners call out WisDOT for additional planned construction at 35th and National
- Milwaukee couple reaches settlement with city after repeated swatting responses
- Supporters stand by Watertown band students as concert night arrives, criticize board's decision to cut song
- Wisconsin health officials monitoring hantavirus developments, say level of concern is 'extremely low'
- MPS holds latest budget hearing as state budget deal discussed in Madison
- Evers, Republican leaders announce bipartisan deal on schools, property tax relief and direct payments to families
- Proposed MPS staggered cost of living adjustment faces backlash
- After recent crimes caught on video, MPD encourages people to register security cameras to help with investigations