Local Wisconsin News

Mild and breezy weather returns to end weekend
Sunday brings warmer air, a breeze, and partial sunshine.

City of Mauston bucks underrepresentation trend for women in politics
Only 27% of elected offices statewide were held by women in Wisconsin last year, according to a report by the Wisconsin Women’s Council.

Leaders, community members show support to TSA workers
TSA workers have gone without pay for weeks.

Chinese EV battery part maker brings American headquarters to Mount Pleasant
A major player in the electric vehicle battery manufacturing industry is bringing its American headquarters to Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin.

What's with the markets? Marquette professor breaks it down
Dow tumbled almost 800 points lower on Friday.

MMSD teacher arrested, charged after inappropriate relationship with student
The teacher served at both Vel Phillips Memorial High School and Toki Middle School, according to the district.

Surplus spending talks appear to be moving slowly among Wisconsin leaders
Republican leaders, the governor, and his fellow democrats are all trying to come to some sort of consensus on property tax relief and school funding.

Examining social media addiction in kids and teens
Keeping kids and teens off social media is increasingly difficult for parents.

Fire departments switch to foam made from soybeans
It’s made using protein from soybeans, making it 100% biodegradable and non-toxic.

Milwaukee Film unveils 2026 film festival lineup, starting with a nod to Bob Uecker
This year's festival runs from April 16-30 and kicks off with the premiere of the "Ueck" documentary.

American aviation marks milestones for nation's 250th anniversary
EAA is celebrating America 250 at it’s annual fly-in convention in July.

'I have hope': Milwaukee tenants speak out after lawsuits filed against landlord
Nonprofit Common Ground and Milwaukee's City Attorney report that owner David Tomblin owns more than 200 properties, with more than 400 units.

Ending the stigma: Kenosha County program focuses on mental health for law enforcement
The new officer wellness program helps law enforcement get regular counseling with a clinical social worker.

Spring-like temperatures return for the weekend
Highs will be seasonal Saturday, above average by Sunday.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, Bunny Brunch, Roar Off The Shore Brewfest
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

MKE Air Cargo Center near completion, expected to open this fall
A new air cargo facility at Milwaukee’s Mitchell International Airport is advancing and to be completed by fall.

Brewers kick off season at Am Fam Field for first time since 2021
Follow along as we talk to fans and get the inside scoop on the festivities.

Jacob Misiorowski strikes out 11 in five innings as Brewers wear out the White Sox 14-2
Bauers started in left field in place of Jackson Chourio, who went on the injured list Thursday with a fractured left hand.

Republican willing to scrap two-week recess to fund DHS
Rep. Tony Wied, R-Green Bay, says lawmakers shouldn’t go home until they figure it out.

MLB Opening Day weather extremes
From the bitter cold to heavy snow, MLB opening day games have been postponed because of extreme weather over the years.

World News

Jeremy Bowen: Trump is waging war based on instinct and it isn't working
One month into the conflict in Iran, Trump's gut-instinct approach is not proving effective, writes the BBC's international editor.

Our skin is falling off and no-one can tell us why
Posts with #TSW have had over a billion views on TikTok, sparking research into this mystery skin condition.

Cut taxes on energy bills before giving bailouts, Badenoch says
The Tory leader refuses to rule out direct payments to households if bills spike but says this would come at a cost.

Prison phone call recordings raise questions over ex-Abercrombie boss' fitness for trial
Mike Jeffries' lawyers argue that he is suffering with dementia and late onset of Alzheimer's disease.

'Is it worth it?' - Max Verstappen considering F1 future after rule changes
Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen tells BBC Sport he is "not enjoying" the sport after changes to the rules this season.

A simple invitation to bring cake led to a worldwide trend - now Sydney's getting a slice
Hundreds of bakers head to the city's botanic gardens to share and savour their colourful creations.

One ant for $220: The new frontier of wildlife trafficking
The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

It's Love Island but with fruit...the AI series dividing TikTok
Like in Love Island, the characters - or fruits - compete for a chance to couple up and stay on the island.

Two hit albums then Freya Ridings was dropped by her label. But an act of defiance changed everything
The singer defied her team and fled to LA to record a new album. It was the best move she's ever made.

How deepfake porn scandal surrounding TV star rocked Germany
Collien Fernandes has accused her ex-husband of spreading images of her online, but he has categorically denied it.

Iranian attacks across Gulf continue as major industrial sites hit
A number of people are said to have been injured after attacks on aluminium sites in the UAE and Bahrain.

Potential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economy
The Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher.

Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcasters
The Israeli military confirms it killed Ali Shoeib from the Hezbollah-affiliated Al Manar TV.

Tears and defiance as Lebanese family bury child, 11, killed in Israeli strike
Jawad Younes and his uncle Ragheb were laid to rest on Saturday after their family compound was hit a day earlier.

Man, 18, bailed as mill fire inquiries continue
Authorities say a cordon will remain in place over the coming days while the site is made safe.

No Kings protesters across the US rally against Donald Trump
One of the flagship No Kings rallies happened in Minnesota, where singer Bruce Springsteen performed to crowds.

Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese Grand Prix to become youngest F1 title leader
Kimi Antonelli takes his second win in succession and the lead of the world championship at the Japanese Grand Prix.

Crime boss Steven Lyons paraded by Bali police after airport arrest
Lyons, 45, was taken into custody on the Indonesian island shortly after he arrived on a flight from Singapore.

Schools do not have enough staff to make SEND reforms work, union warns
The National Education Union says schools need more funding to be able to make all classrooms inclusive.

MP stops face-to-face meetings due to 'incidents'
Sarah Owen says two men have been arrested and one of her constituency surgeries halted.

Itauma knocks out Franklin cold - what next for 21-year-old rising British heavyweight?
Briton Moses Itauma thought 'did I really do that' after knocking out Jermaine Franklin with an uppercut in the fifth round of their fight in Manchester.

The six-year-old who can name every country's flag
Kian, from Ipswich, is now learning the world's capital cities after mastering his flags.

Library book loaned in Dudley returned Down Under
Librarians on both sides of the world are in shock over the book's mystery journey.

Scottish gran breaks Hyrox fitness record after three hip replacements
Carole Munro, 72, from Turriff, Aberdeenshire, said fitness has kept her mobile and strong.

Ruins of Nine Days' Queen's home to reopen
Visitors will be welcomed back to the historic site while a major conservation project continues.

Man wins £1m using late dad's lottery numbers
Sean Hayes describes finding out the news in the pub, and he now plans to buy a house.

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Why Josh Simons Resigned From Government
The former minister says he’d been ‘naive’ and is ‘sorry’ over journalist investigation.

What is RFK doing to vaccines for children in America?
Trump’s Health Secretary hits a major setback to “Make America Healthy Again”

Lively, bold animated Spider-Man adventure
Gaining powers like his hero Spider-Man puts teen Miles in danger, but he is not alone.

What can sport's bosses do to help keep Verstappen in F1?
F1 finds itself in something of a tangled web as it tries to refine the new rules, improve safety and ensure the drivers are happy without compromising racing.

Antonelli wins to become youngest title leader
Kimi Antonelli takes his second win in succession and the lead of the world championship at the Japanese Grand Prix.