Local Wisconsin News

Spring tease ahead this weekend
Expect afternoon highs in the 40s and low 50s.

Prolonged snow coverage leads to areas of snow mold
Thanks to big snowfall events this winter and weeks of prolonged snow cover, residents are discovering fungus on their lawns.

DNR warns of ice dangers heading into sturgeon spearing opener, as temps rise
Temperatures are expected to rise this weekend, meaning anglers need to be careful on frozen bodies of water

Competitive congressional race in Wisconsin heats up, as Democrats try to take back House
The race for Wisconsin’s third congressional district could determine which party controls the House of Representatives.

Last month was one of the warmest Januaries on record
The global mean temperature for January was above-average for the 50th straight year.

UW-Madison students now required to disclose vaccination status under new policy
It comes after a student tested positive for measles, leading to multiple exposures. UW clarified the policy doesn't require someone to be vaccinated.

Ascension Wisconsin physician works to make health care accessible
Dr. Chris Ford is an emergency medicine physician at Ascension Wisconsin. He also takes part in "Walk with a Doc” and “Black Men in White Coats."

Things to do around Wisconsin: Valentine's Day events, Broadway show, antique show
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Wisconsin restaurants make tough choices as beef prices soar to record highs
In December 2022, the price for a pound was $4.76, and two months ago, the price increased to $6.52.

Former Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng powers Bucks past Oklahoma City, 110-93
Dieng had 19 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and four blocks.

Smitten spenders: Local stores optimistic about Valentine’s Day shopping
Valentine's spending is expected to reach $29 billion this year.

Catcher William Contreras, Brewers reach $9.4 million, 1-year deal just before arbitration hearing
This marks the second straight year in which the two-time All-Star has agreed to terms on a deal shortly before a potential arbitration hearing.

Left-hander José Quintana finalizes $6 million, 1-year deal with Colorado Rockies
Quintana, who turned 37 last month, went 11-7 with a 3.96 ERA last year in 24 starts for the Milwaukee Brewers.

Great weekend to spend outdoors
Temperatures continue to get even warmer.

'We have increased some pricing': Florists discuss tariff, weather impacts as Valentine's Day approaches
Valentine's Day costs are on the rise due to tariffs and weather affecting flower prices. Stores are seeing prices rise as much as 15%.

15-year-old Bradford High School student arrested with ammunition day after 16-year-old arrested with gun
The arrest comes the day after another 16-year-old student was arrested on Wednesday, for carrying a concealed gun inside the school.

Lawmakers divided on tax relief options for Wisconsinites
While it’s a priority for both parties, there are differing plans, and not just between Republicans and Democrats.

New bill calls for data center moratorium on statewide day of action
The legislation was introduced on the same day that protestors from across the state spoke out against data centers.

Survey: More American Jews dealing with antisemitic incidents
Results showed perception gap between Jews and non-Jews.

Wisconsin Congressman pushes for bill to transform how Americans vote
The SAVE America Act passed the House Wednesday with only one Democrat’s support.

World News

Two jailed over plot to attack Jewish community
Walid Saadaoui and Amar Hussein planned to carry out an "Isis-inspired plot", a court hears.

Watch: How Andrew's BBC interview compares to what Epstein emails tell us now
Following the latest release of the Epstein files, claims made by the then Prince Andrew in 2019 are under fresh scrutiny.

Palestine Action ban ruled unlawful but group remains proscribed for now
Three judges rule against the Home Office in a massive blow to the government, but say the ban must remain until a further hearing.

US politicians urge Mandelson to give evidence over Epstein
Lord Mandelson has previously expressed his regret for his continued association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Two Britons among three dead in French Alps avalanche
The Britons had been part of a group of five people accompanied by an instructor, skiing off-piste in Val d'Isère.

Six possible effects of Trump's climate policy change
The announcement on Thursday removes the legal bedrock for much of US environmental legislation.

Boxers, dancers and weightlifters - the war dead pictured on banned Ukrainian slider's helmet
Vladyslav Heraskevych's helmet depicts fellow athletes who have been killed since Russia's full-scale invasion of his country.

Andrew facing claim he shared Treasury document with banking contact
Reports suggest the former prince shared a Treasury document when he was serving as trade envoy.

Fresh snow and ice warnings issued for weekend
The weather will turn markedly colder, with a new front bringing in potentially more snow.

Don Lemon pleads not guilty in Minnesota church protest case
The former CNN host and eight others have been charged for interrupting a church service to protest immigration raids in the state.

Former SNP chief executive accused of embezzling £459,000 over 12-year period
The former SNP chief executive is accused of illicitly purchasing items including luxury goods, jewellery, cosmetics, two cars and a motorhome.

Surprise winner as Australia's Baff wins snowboard cross gold
Watch as Australia's Josie Baff wins gold in the women's snowboard cross at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Vomiting Musgrave battles heat & Norwegians to set new best
The 35-year-old Scot finished sixth in the 10km interval start freestyle to post Britain's best finish in a Winter Olympic cross-country skiing event.

Vonn needs more surgery but 'feels more like herself'
Lindsey Vonn says she is "finally feeling" more like herself but will require at least two more operations on the broken leg she sustained in a crash at the Winter Olympics on Sunday.

Do GB athletes get paid at the Winter Olympics?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how Great Britain's athletes are paid at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The science of soulmates: Is there someone out there exactly right for you?
For many, the idea of soulmates still shapes how love is understood.

Former hotel entertainer who plotted deadly gun attack
Walid Saadaoui, who used to arrange holiday dance shows and quizzes, plotted a mass killing spree.

BBC at memorial for Gen Z protesters after landmark election in Bangladesh
BBC South Asia correspondent Azadeh Moshiri visited Sheikh Hasina's former residence which is now a memorial for the student protesters killed in the 2024 uprising.

Fancy a dip? The new places that could become official bathing spots
The government says the plans would increase the number of England's official bathing sites to 464.

'My husband stole £600k for sex and antiques' - medication side effects tearing families apart
Side effects of a common Parkinson’s medications had devastating consequences on one family, BBC hears.

Why I decided to start 'gentle parenting'
Kelly explains why she decided to try a different approach to parenting and the impact it has had on her child.

Weekly quiz: What was written on Bad Bunny's ball at the Super Bowl?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Bad Bunny shoots up UK charts after Super Bowl show
The Puerto Rican superstar has achieved a new career best in the UK albums and singles charts.

Brother of Laos methanol victim says £135 fines 'an absolute joke'
Ten people linked to six deaths at a hostel in Laos are given suspended sentences and fines.

World's rules-based order 'no longer exists', Germany's Merz warns
"Our freedom is not guaranteed" in an era of big powers, the German chancellor tells Munich's security summit.

Stars offer support after husband of influencer Lorna Luxe dies
Luxe announced his death to her 1.7 million Instagram followers, saying she was "heartbroken".

Top Goldman Sachs lawyer who called Epstein 'Uncle Jeffrey' resigns
Emails show the high-flying attorney likened the convicted paedophile to "an older brother" and accepted luxury gifts.

Federal officers may have lied about shooting of migrant in Minneapolis, officials say
ICE chief Todd Lyons says the two officers were immediately placed on administrative leave.

High Court dismisses challenge to single-sex toilet guidance
Campaigners claimed the guidance for employers, such as hospitals, shops and restaurants, was "legally flawed" and "overly simplistic".

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe Says Sorry (To Some) For 'Colonised' Comments
And an update from Tehran.

Has Jeff Bezos brought down the Washington Post?
The Amazon boss has gutted a third of the workforce at the iconic newspaper