Local Wisconsin News

Storms wrack up damage across parts of southern Wisconsin
Here's a look at some of the destruction Thursday's storm caused.

A little over 20,000 still without power in central Wisconsin after freezing rain
The largest affected area as of 5:00 p.m. was Portage County, which accounted for more than 10,000 outages.

ICE has detained Islamic Society of Milwaukee President Salah Sarsour
A handful of Milwaukee leaders said that Sarsour was detained on Monday, March 30.

New law establishing statewide antisemitism definition draws mixed reactions
The state will now use the working definition of antisemitism from the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance.

Tremaine Jones found guilty on all charges in murder of Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder
Kendall Corder, 32, and Officer Christopher McCray were shot on June 26 when they were responding to a call about a person firing shots.

Gov. Evers issues order to restore process of reducing prison sentences
Evers could be the first Wisconsin governor since Tommy Thompson to commute a sentence.

Storms and freezing rain return to Wisconsin
Storms Friday evening with freezing rain Friday night.

Timber Rattlers loaded with top Brewers prospects
The Brewers affiliate hopes to win games while developing future stars.

'Disturbing lack of attention': Senator concerned about soldiers' care after being wounded in Iran
Sen. Tammy Baldwin wrote a letter to the Defense Health Agency to "express serious concerns" that injured soldiers are "experiencing delays" in care.

Fight over University of Wisconsin system president's future draws heat from Republican leader
Rep. David Murphy said Friday that he was “troubled” that the board of regents is threatening to fire Jay Rothman without any explanation.

Elected leaders and clergy seek release of Wisconsin mosque president detained by immigration agents
Sarsour’s attorneys said Thursday that he was detained on the grounds that he is a foreign policy threat. They say that claim has no merit.

3 things to watch in Final Four
The NCAA men’s basketball Final Four is Saturday night in Indianapolis.

Another system brings storms and freezing rain back to Wisconsin
Strong storms possible Friday evening, freezing rain likely Friday night.

Switch your ceiling fan to spin the other way
Now that it's warming up, it's time to switch the direction of your ceiling fan to optimize cool air.

'This is a place that welcomes all views and perspectives': Lawrence president speaks out about student effort to establish Turning Point chapter
Lawrence student Zach Currier is leading the effort to launch that Turning Point affiliate called “Patriots of Faith."

We're 'hoppy' the weather turns quiet for Easter Sunday
Starting off the weekend though with rain and wintry mix.

Recap: First and only Wisconsin Supreme Court debate between Taylor and Lazar
With five days until the spring election, the two candidates vying to be Wisconsin’s next Supreme Court justice met face to face on Thursday night.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Egg hunts, Easter brunch, Gimme Gimme Disco!
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

What to know about attempts to force out the Universities of Wisconsin president
The president of the 165,000-student UW system is fighting attempts by the board of regents to force him to retire or face being fired.

'The young people in our city, they need us': Milwaukee holds youth job fair after teen takeovers
The All in, All youth, All summer Resource and Employment Fair gave teens a chance to explore jobs, internships, summer programs and more.

World News

Three charged over Jewish charity ambulance fires
Four Hatzola ambulances were set alight in the car park of a synagogue in Golders Green in the early hours of 23 March.

Artemis II crew now halfway to Moon as they take 'spectacular' image of Earth
The snap was taken aboard the Orion capsule by its commander, Reid Wiseman, as the crew head towards the Moon.

After 16 years in power, could Viktor Orban finally be unseated?
Hungary is going to the polls in nine days - after 16 years in power, can Viktor Orban be unseated?

State pension age starts rising to 67 - here's how much you get and when
The age at which people can start receiving the state pension is going up in stages over the next two years.

Five Met Police officers taken off duty after bag of weapons is left in the street
A member of the public found the bag containing guns and a Taser on a south London street.

Football rally in Peru leaves one dead and dozens injured
Hundreds of Alianza Lima fans had gathered for a pregame rally ahead of a match against local rivals Universitario de Deportes.

How elite US teams tackle combat rescue missions
A former US marine tells the BBC the priority of any recovery team would be to look for signs of life.

Bus or Lime bike? New subscription heats up the race for a cheaper commute
How we travel to work in cities might be changing as e-scooter and e-bike fares become cheaper than traditional public transport.

Unanswered questions remain after Australia's most wanted fugitive killed in standoff
Double-murderer Dezi Freeman evaded capture for seven months in the bush but police believe he had help.

Power-washing, pool-cleaning and mowing: Why millions are playing games about mundane jobs
PowerWash Simulator 2 has been nominated for two Bafta Games Awards - but why have mundane job games become so popular?

What not to say to a friend who is struggling to conceive
People struggling to conceive say friends and family often make well-meaning but insensitive comments about their infertility.

Experts dispute US account of deadly Iran sports hall strike in Lamerd
Six weapons experts have contested the US claim that video evidence suggests an Iranian missile could have hit the hall.

French-owned ship passes through Strait of Hormuz
It appears to be the first ship owned by a major European firm to go through the strait since the conflict began.

When will the Iran war end? Tracing the Trump administration's timelines
Experts say many US presidents have offered a timeline for a conflict - only to then shift their estimates.

Video appears to show US plane and search and rescue helicopters over southern Iran
Reports from the US, quoting unnamed officials, say a search is under way after the shooting down of a US fighter jet over Iran.

International law experts allege violations in Iran war
The White House says it is making the entire region safer by eliminating short and long-term threats.

'This has got me worried': Iranians fear what comes next after US strike on Karaj bridge
President Trump has warned Iran of strikes on bridges and electric power plants if its leaders do not agree to his terms to end the war.

Storm Dave set to bring Easter gales, rain and blizzards to UK
Damage and travel disruption are likely in the north of the UK with a Met Office named storm expected to sweep through on Saturday.

Russia chose 'Easter escalation' over ceasefire, says Zelensky
Six civilians were killed and 40 others injured as Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles.

'Iran shoots down US jet' and 'race to find pilot'
The downing of a US fighter jet in Iran and the search for its pilot dominates Saturday's papers.

Faced with new energy shock, Europe asks if reviving nuclear is the answer
As war drives up gas and fuel prices, Europeans turn again to the issue of energy independence.

Starmer's cost-of-living adviser calls for fuel duty cut extension
Lord Walker suggests the government should keep the 5p cut in place due to increased costs caused by war in the Middle East.

'Not fit for purpose' - the secret history of a deadly phrase
The four word phrase - first uttered by Labour Home Secretary John Reid - has become a by-word for incompetence.

Watch: Artemis II's journey so far as it leaves Earth orbit... in 85 seconds
The crew will not land on the Moon on this current mission, though Nasa is preparing for a potential lunar landing by 2028.

Raye tops album charts with This Music May Contain Hope
It is Raye's second number one this year, after her hugely popular single Where The Hell Is My Husband.

Trump seeks $1.5tn for defence alongside domestic spending cuts
The US president's new budget would cut non-defence spending by 10%, partly by slashing domestic programmes.

Italy's Uffizi Galleries targeted in cyber-attack but denies security breach
Hackers were reported to have infiltrated IT systems - but the gallery says its works are safe.

Boy, 14, shot dead in Woolwich named as three teens held
A boy, 14, shot dead in south-east London is named as Eghosa Ogbebor, as three people are arrested.

M&S boss calls for more action on crime and abuse of staff
Thinus Keeve's comments come days after an M&S store was targeted during disorder in south London.

Five-hour rescue saves cat missing for 4 years
RSPCA, vets and firefighters free cat from tight space to discover Alfie had been missing in 2022.

'I haven't played Wordle since the day I sold it' says game's Welsh creator
Josh Wardle created Wordle to keep his girlfriend entertained during the Covid lockdowns.

'I started running at 70 after daughter's death'
A 74-year-old grandfather is set to run three marathons in 14 days in memory of his daughter.