Local Wisconsin News

First responders urging people to avoid Milwaukee River due to unsafe conditions
Two kayakers were rescued from the river over the weekend.

Everyday Heroes: Wrightstown Clothing Closet provides access to free clothing
Village Administrator Travis Coenen said, “It’s not your average thrift shop.”

Plenty of sun on Tuesday
Seeing sunshine Tuesday with highs for most in the 70s.

Wisconsin will host spring Drug Take Back Day on April 25
Here's where you can safely dispose of your unwanted and unused medications.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

'They're hurting and they're tired': High waters persist in Wolf River communities
Officials said the Wolf River crested Sunday at just over 15 feet in New London.

‘I think things are possible’: Gov. Tony Evers optimistic amid ongoing tax relief negotiations
For months, Gov. Evers and Republican leaders have been at odds over how to spend the state’s nearly $2.5 billion surplus.

Neighbors step up as floodwaters rise along the Rock River
Rock County’s Emergency Management Department is closely monitoring river levels.

Recently-sued Highgrove Holdings president defends himself, business
The lawsuit, filed by the Milwaukee City Attorney on March 26, is asking a judge to declare Highgrove properties a public nuisance.

Animal welfare protesters converge on Wisconsin governor's office seeking release of beagles
Animal welfare activists converged in Wisconsin's State Capitol demanding to shut down a beagle breeding and research facility.

Village of Pepin tourism chair gives look at the hidden gem in the Driftless Region
Aside from stunning village views, the Pepin economy is largely driven by the tourism and wedding industries.

Debris from recent storms increase the risk of wildfires
Wisconsinites are urged to check fire danger before conducting outdoor burning activities due to an increase in wildfires after recent storms.

Ways to help Wisconsinites impacted by flooding
Communities such as Shiocton and New London have experienced major flooding.

Ways to help those in Marathon County after EF-3 tornado shakes area
Though officials said volunteers aren’t needed at this time, there are some ways you can help from afar.

Wisconsin ports look to build on 2025 shipping totals
Lake levels could also impact shipping operations this season.

Growing Yemeni coffee concept expands in Madison, creating jobs and late-night alternative
Rising demand for late-night, non-alcoholic social spaces as Qamaria looks for new baristas and cashiers.

'It's bad out here': Milwaukee residents lean on food pantries as grocery stores close
Over the past year, at least seven grocery stores have closed in the greater Milwaukee area, worsening the food desert crisis.

TrashVeyor being rebuilt to clean Milwaukee waterways
The huge machine funnels trash and debris out of water, and into dumpsters.

Multiple animal rights activists arrested attempting to break into Ridglan Farms
Multiple people were arrested trying to break into the Blue Mounds facility.

Floodwaters swamp Burlington as Fox River crests
Communities across Wisconsin are continuing clean-up efforts following a week of record-breaking severe weather.

World News

Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for Starmer
Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work
The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

Eight more arrests made after London arson attacks
Police made the arrests over an alleged plot to commit arson after attacks on Jewish sites.

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed
The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation.

Madonna offers reward for missing Coachella costume worn during Sabrina Carpenter guest slot
The items, which she says are "part of my history", disappeared after her slot with Sabrina Carpenter.

Men guilty of church drive-by shooting murder
Michelle Sadio had been at a wake when shots were fired from a car at mourners in north-west London.

No 10 considered giving Starmer aide diplomat job, sacked official says
Sir Olly Robbins says he felt "uncomfortable" after No 10 discussed finding a role for Lord Doyle.

Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is 'disrespectful'
US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.

Woman in court charged with attempted murder after car hits pedestrians in Soho
Gabrielle Carrington, of Broadfield Road, Manchester, appears at Westminster Magistrates' Court.

After the departure of Tim Cook, how will Apple change under 'product guy' John Ternus?
As Tim Cook announces his departure from the top job at Apple, these are the key challenges for new boss John Ternus.

'Why is the NHS funding students if it can't give them jobs?' Anger over recruitment freeze
Dozens of midwifery, physiotherapy and nursing students contact BBC over fears they won't get jobs.

Youngest transfusion patient 'now chirpy little boy' after treatment in the womb
A rare blood transfusion while in the womb saved a baby's life when his mum was 16 weeks pregnant.

Popemobile child clinic yet to reach Gaza one year after Francis's death
One of the late pope's last wishes was for his vehicle to be used for children in Gaza, but a charity is still waiting for an entry permit.

If Plaid win in Wales, that won't mean independence - at least not yet
In the Senedd campaign, are weighing up whether the issue of Welsh independence is a vote winner or loser.

Funding cuts turning beautiful Loch Lomond into 'rubbish dump'
Lost funding means a community group is no longer able to empty bins on the Loch Lomond tourist route.

What we know about the Iranian ship seized by the US
The US has intercepted an Iranian ship entering the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, US President Donald Trump has said.

William and Catherine praise late Queen's 'lifetime of duty'
On what would have been her 100th birthday, the final design for a statue honouring the late Queen Elizabeth II is unveiled.

£1m accessible route isn't accessible because of 15 stone steps and stiles
People have to climb down 15 stone steps to reach it the redeveloped bridle path - and cross stiles.

Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs
One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands.

The Onion launches new effort to turn Infowars into parody website
The new proposal would involve the publication licensing Alex Jones's company, which faces liquidation.

Boy, 17, charged with Kenton synagogue arson
A bottle containing a type of accelerant was thrown through the window of the synagogue.

Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

Collapsed law firm at centre of £39.5m fraud investigation
Sheffield-based PM Law Ltd, which had 25 offices across England, closed suddenly on 2 February.

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The Global Story: How Pakistan became the peacemaker
Talks are expected between the US and Iran in Islamabad.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is insider trading corrupting Trump's White House?
And will new claims about FBI Director Kash Patel’s behaviour get him fired?

Which Premier League players are out of contract this summer?
With a World Cup summer fast approaching, BBC Sport looks at which Premier League stars may be looking for new clubs.

Liverpool's Woodman on life as third-choice keeper
Liverpool's Freddie Woodman on the "tough" life of a third-choice goalkeeper and what it was like being thrown in "at the deep end" in the Merseyside derby.

Okolie fails drugs test before Yoka fight
British boxer Lawrence Okolie says he hopes "sense prevails" after failing a doping test before his heavyweight fight against Tony Yoka.

Brady steps down as West Ham vice-chair
Baroness Karren Brady steps down as vice-chair of Premier League side West Ham after 16 years.

Wembanyama wins NBA award with 100% of vote
San Antonio Spurs centre Victor Wembanyama is named the first unanimous winner of the NBA's defensive player of the year award.