Local Wisconsin News

Bucks face a challenging stretch as they play without injured Giannis Antetokounmpo
Any extended absence for Antetokounmpo represents a major obstacle for a team already slumping, with three losses in its last four games.

Thanksgiving dinner will cost Wisconsinites 6.7% more this year
It'll cost $61.84 to make a full Thanksgiving meal for 10 people this year, according to the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation.

'I feel like he's just got better and better': Jacobs' understudy Wilson ready to play
Wilson scored a touchdown last Sunday after Jacobs left. Wilson rushed for 502 yards last season, so he's gained the confidence of the team.

Milwaukee mayor vetoes fire department’s $8 million budget amendment
The Milwaukee Fire Department had been looking for more money to replace its aging fleet.

Assembly Democrats and Republicans differ over school consolidation bills
Declining enrollment is among the reasons for a bill that would provide more state aid for consolidated school districts.

‘His refusal to bring this bill to the floor is pathetic’: Republicans thwart Democrats’ effort to force a vote on postpartum Medicaid extension
On what was likely the last day of session this year, Democrats tried to use a maneuver to bypass Republican leaders and force a vote on the bill.

Poll: Voters more likely to back Democratic candidates than Republicans in 2026 congressional elections
The poll was conducted after the November elections, between Nov. 5-12.

MLB's new media deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix total $800M annually
Commissioner Rob Manfred also was able to maximize rights for the Home Run Derby and Wild Card Series

Scholar Athlete: Hannah Frahm
One Lake Country Lutheran High School senior proves you can do it all, and excel.

PHOTOS: 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' rings in the holidays in Milwaukee
"How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" runs at the Marcus Center from Nov. 25 to Nov. 30.

Clouds linger but warmer temperatures move in
Thursday's highs will reach into the 40s and 50s.

Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake 'parking lot'
Tamara Thomsen, the state's maritime archaeologist, said that the site lies near a network of what were once indigenous trails.

Evers orders flags to half-staff for 4th anniversary of Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy
Gov. Tony Evers made the declaration on Wednesday ahead of the anniversary on Friday, Nov. 21.

Decaying leaves: The gift that keeps on giving
When autumn leaves fall to the ground, they don't automatically become trash. There are a few ways to turn this trash into treasure.

QTS presents data center project to DeForest Village Board
The company is looking to build a multi-billion-dollar data center campus.

DNR shares tips for a safe and healthy deer gun hunt
DNR Conservation Warden Jason Roberts said to be mindful of those around you while hunting.

Great weekend to get outdoors
We'll see sunshine with highs a little above average.

Milwaukee man charged with 2 murders after woman found dead in alley
Kevin Griffin has been charged with first-degree reckless homicide, first-degree intentional homicide and possession of a firearm by a felon.

Bucks coach Doc Rivers says he expects the injured Antetokounmpo to miss 'probably 2 weeks'
The left groin strain caused Antetokounmpo to leave during the second quarter of the Bucks’ 118-106 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night.

Carmen Northwest under renewal review by MPS
CEO Aaron Lippman said while Carmen Northwest has a lot of work to do, the school is more successful than a handful of schools in MPS.

World News

Russian spy ship pointed lasers at RAF pilots tracking it, says defence secretary
John Healey says he has updated the Navy's rules for tracking the vessel after the "dangerous" move.

How serious is the Russian spy ship move?
The movements of the Yantar is a worry for Britain's defence chiefs and provocative.

US military officials in Ukraine for talks on ending war
It comes amid reports the US and Russia have prepared a 28-point peace plan, allegedly containing major concessions for Ukraine.

The private notes and secret documents that tell the inside story of the UK's Covid response
The Covid inquiry is set to publish its second set of findings looking in detail at the huge political decisions that had to be made in 2020.

Amber warning for snow as freezing cold snap grips UK
Forecasters say temperatures will fall below zero overnight and there will be more snow and ice in some areas on Thursday.

Serial rapist and former police officer David Carrick guilty of more sex offences
David Carrick is already serving a life sentence for 71 offences of sexual violence.

Why Wales fell out of love with Labour
After the Caerphilly by-election, Labour faces its toughest task yet in Wales - convincing voters to keep believing, ahead of the 2026 Senedd election

Ultra-processed food is global health threat, experts warn
It is increasing our risk of a range of chronic diseases, including obesity and depression, a major review says.

Instagram to start closing Australian teen accounts ahead of social media ban
Under-sixteens will be banned from major social media plaforms from 10 December.

Albanian PM accuses Mahmood of 'ethnic stereotyping'
The home secretary told MPs on Monday around 700 Albanian families were "living in taxpayer-funded accommodation having failed their asylum claims".

Labour MP Clive Lewis offers seat to Burnham for Starmer challenge
Clive Lewis says he would step down to allow Mayor Andy Burnham the chance to become Labour leader.

Nvidia shares jump after revenue and outlook top estimates
The chip maker says revenue for the three months to October jumped 62% to $57bn.

Good for mortgages, bad for the food shop - how the fall in inflation rate affects you
The rate of inflation has fallen prompting hopes of lower mortgage rates, but food prices are still rising.

'North Sea stand-off' and 'Council tax hike for millions'
The activity of a Russian spy ship in the North Sea made several front pages on Thursday.

Perfectionism isn't all that perfect – how to stop it holding you back
Perfectionism looks good on paper, but its consequences might be the very thing keeping you stuck.

The contradiction at the heart of the trillion-dollar AI race
The confusing question lingering over the AI hype is whether it could be a bubble at risk of bursting

When will the Epstein files be released and will they be redacted?
The House passed - and the Senate agreed to pass - a bill forcing the release of Epstein files, but legal hurdles remain.

Growing up as young man 'not easy' says PM in letter to son
The PM urges men to talk openly about mental health in a letter to his son to mark International Men's Day.

Home secretary hints at shake-up of 'irrational' policing structure
The home secretary says there is a postcode lottery in the performance of forces in England and Wales.

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill 25 Palestinians, health ministry says
The Israeli military says it struck several Hamas targets after gunmen fired at soldiers in Gaza in violation of the five-week-old ceasefire.

Reform politician suspended from Welsh Parliament over racial slur
Laura Anne Jones apologised for her behaviour after offensive comments were made over WhatsApp.

Vogue Williams and Tom Read Wilson enter TV jungle as I'm A Celebrity's late entrants
The late entrants' arrival was teased in Wednesday night's episode of the ITV show.

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The Google Boss And The Massive AI Gamble
Google boss gives BBC a warning about the economic risks of the AI bubble.

Will Trump delay releasing the Epstein Files?
Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to vote to release the Epstein Files.

The big questions now Scotland are going to the World Cup
Where are we going? What's the score with visas & ESTAs? Who will sing our World Cup song?

Football not part of government ticket crackdown
The government has announced legislation to outlaw the sale of tickets to sports events at inflated prices - but it will not cover football.

Built for the Ashes - England's pace evolution
How England arrived at the Ashes with a bowling attack filled with pace and built with the clear aim of winning in Australia.

'More hype than I've ever known' - Vaughan's Ashes preview
Former captain Michael Vaughan says England must start well in Perth in the opening Test against Australia, if they are to set themselves up for a first Ashes success down under since 2011.

Daly back from broken arm as England change six for Pumas
Elliot Daly will play for the first time since breaking his arm on British and Irish Lions duty in June as he starts on the wing for England against Argentina on Sunday.