Mia Bearden, Reporter
Mia Bearden is a reporter with a passion for storytelling and connecting with her community through meaningful, human-interest stories. Originally from the south suburbs of Chicago, Mia is thrilled to be closer to home.
Mia earned her undergraduate degree from Illinois State University and went on to complete her master's in journalism at Northwestern University.
Before joining CBS 58 in 2025, she spent two years in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where she worked as a reporter and anchor at KCRG.
Mia is dedicated to telling stories that matter - those that highlight everyday people and amplify underrepresented voices.
When she's not reporting, Mia loves catching up on her favorite TV shows and trying new restaurant and fun activities with friends.
If you have a story idea, don't hesitate to reach out!
Articles by Mia Bearden
- 16-year-old shot and killed near 40th and Clarke
- 'He cares for us': New Milwaukee Buck Tyler Herro gives back at basketball camp
- Community activist known for helping Milwaukee families now needs support after home fire, car crash
- Judge denies request to dismiss charges against Franklin man accused of kidnapping woman at gunpoint
- Local nonprofit asks for more volunteers and bedding donations ahead of bed build for kids
- Nearly 1 year after historic flood, man says more could have been done to save vehicles in parking garage at Potawatomi Casino Hotel
- Free MKE JAZZ.LIVE web app helps fans find live jazz performances across Milwaukee
- Family honors Milwaukee homicide victim with celebration of life while searching for answers
- Family of Milwaukee man found dead in burning vehicle searches for answers as they prepare to honor his life
- Bystanders rush to help in Oak Creek crash that killed 20-year-old man
- Rising healthcare costs push more uninsured patients to free clinics
- Jackson PD lieutenant and his father critically injured after explosion destroys metal shed in Cedarburg
- Former Pewaukee bus driver sentenced to 60 years for sexual assault of young girls
- Milwaukee man sentenced to 12 years for shootout that killed 19-year-old nursing student
- New MKE JAZZ.LIVE app helps fans discover Milwaukee's jazz scene
- Garbage truck explosion in Milwaukee injures sanitation worker after oxygen tanks thrown in trash
- Man's body found in burning vehicle near 21st and Concordia identified; homicide investigation ongoing
- Despite wildfire smoke, crowds turn out for Granville Blues and Jazz Festival in Milwaukee
- Smoke-filled skies don't keep fairgoers away from Waukesha County Fair
- Milwaukee responds to record-breaking air quality as smoke forces service changes, residents indoors
- MCTS proposes 25% service reduction beginning in 2027 amid funding shortfall
- Milwaukee County launches first-in-Wisconsin jail education program aimed at reducing repeat offenses
- Vendor says last-minute Bastille Days cancellation leaves her without booth
- Lincoln Avenue students to stay together at Pulaski High School after fire; parent says decision 'gave us hope'
- 1 arrest made in deadly Milwaukee hit-and-run; family speaks out, creates memorial for victim
- 1 arrested after deadly hit-and-run near 22nd and National, police seek additional suspect
- Lake Geneva mourns 3 children killed in storm, ages 10, 7 and 6, as families face devastation from widespread damage
- Thousands gather for Milwaukee County's July 3 Drone Show
- Source speaks out after woman's death at senior living facility, Milwaukee woman convicted
- ‘Heartbreaking. We’re all in shock’: Families speak out after Milwaukee school fire as officials weigh next steps for students
- Lincoln Avenue School fire forces summer meal site change
- 'We had to do something to help them': Milwaukee donation drive supports Venezuela earthquake victims
- 'I have several friends that are still missing': Local man waits for word after deadly Venezuela earthquakes
- Rogers Behavioral Health workers protest amid union retaliation allegations
- Warning posted on Greenfield mailbox after reported thefts; woman says mail was stolen from same box years ago
- Greenfield residents urged to monitor mail after thefts continue at post office mailbox
- Teen from Pewaukee dies after falling from boat into Okauchee Lake
- Thousands celebrate freedom, culture at Milwaukee’s 55th annual Juneteenth parade
- As grocery stores disappear across Milwaukee, residents face longer trips for fresh food
- Firefighter injured during Milwaukee church fire, neighbors say church was decades-old neighborhood landmark
- Former Milwaukee officer pleads guilty to tracking case involving license plate searches
- Milwaukee County warns fuel costs could create $1 million budget gap
- Bond set at $2M for Franklin man accused of holding woman at gunpoint; new charge added
- ‘I would sacrifice anything to have him back’: Fundraiser held for 22-month-old who died from head trauma as family seeks justice
- 'He didn't deserve that': Parents of 5-year-old Prince McCree speak out as killer receives life sentence
- 'It’s wrong and it’s un-American': Kenosha leaders condemn anti-immigrant posters, urge residents to report incidents
- Milwaukee mom questions lack of charges after road rage attack traumatizes 5-year-old daughter with autism
- 'The hole in your heart is never going to be replaced': Family of man killed in workplace accident speaks, seeks answers
- Milwaukee County treatment court graduates celebrate new beginnings after overcoming addiction, family challenges
- 'He was always smiling and trying to help people': Family remembers Milwaukee father of 6 killed in apartment shooting
- Victim identified after fatal shooting near 94th and Carmen; suspect arrested after pursuit, crash
- Woman accused of sparking massive Milwaukee fire makes first court appearance
- Gas prices hit 4-year Memorial Day weekend high as travelers face rising costs
- Sentence for former Hartland bus driver divides parents, bus community
- 'It’s inappropriate, it’s hateful, it’s hurtful': Wisconsin antisemitic incidents hit record high, rising more than 900% over decade, report says
- Beyond football: MKE Ducks gives young athletes structure, sense of belonging
- 'Happy to have him home': 4-year-old back with family after West Allis crosswalk crash
- Watertown middle schoolers stage walkout after musical piece tied to LGBTQ+ history cut from concert
- FBI visit to Milwaukee County elections director’s home sparks backlash from county leaders
- 'We’re excited to see her personality bloom': First Ridglan Farm beagles adopted in Milwaukee
- ‘He empowered men to be fathers’: Milwaukee remembers Dr. William Finlayson, trailblazing physician and civil rights figure
- 'It’s just a hard pill to swallow': Community mourns courthouse officer killed in Milwaukee shooting
- 'There needs to be transparency': Flock cameras debate draws strong reaction at City Hall
- Milwaukee man in critical condition after house fire; wife recounts rescue attempt
- ‘It’s disrespectful’: Watertown school board debates removing music piece tied to LGBTQ+ history
- Food truck owners feel ripple effects of surging gas prices
- 'It’s pretty sad': Flooding leaves hundreds of graves sinking in Wauwatosa cemetery
- Second Wisconsin troll sculpture planned for Mount Pleasant, community invited to help
- 'Sad situation': Large dead snake found dumped in Iowa County
- Car crashes into Milwaukee restaurant, leaving behind damage and raising safety concerns
- Rising Rock River floodwaters turn Ixonia backyard into a lake ahead of family wedding
- ‘It’ll affect the yields’: Flooded fields delay planting season; farmers warn more rain could hurt crop profits
- Severe storm tears roof off business, destroys barn in Franksville
- Waterford residents clear debris after severe weather
- Tow companies see surge in calls after storms flood Milwaukee streets, strand drivers
- Severe weather: Flooding rivals historic August storms
- Storms cause flooding on Milwaukee County streets, officials urge caution when driving
- 'He would help anyone': Loved ones identify victim in Milwaukee double shooting
- 'A lasting impact': Childhood friend reflects on life of a well-known Milwaukee barber
- 'Deeply unsettling': Milwaukee election officials say 269 absentee ballots not delivered by USPS in time to be counted in Tuesday's election