Local Wisconsin News

Winter storm brings blizzard conditions and dangerous wind chills to Upper Midwest
More than a foot of snow is forecast in parts of the Great Lakes.

Packers' Malik Willis downplays his shoulder issue after delivering huge performance in loss
Willis had performed brilliantly while starting in place of Jordan Love until he appeared to aggravate an injury to his throwing shoulder.

The Packers won't have a long playoff run if teams keep running all over them
For the second straight year, the Green Bay Packers are heading in the wrong direction as the playoffs approach.

Guard Zaide Lowery no longer part of Marquette men's basketball program
The 6-foot-5 guard had averaged 8.1 points and 2.9 rebounds this season.

Here are Wisconsin’s top searches on Google in 2025
From the obsession with KPop Demon Hunters to the Swift-Kelce mania, a lot happened in 2025. Here's what Wisconsinites were searching.

Strong wind gusts will lead to blowing snow today
Snow ends early, but blowing and drifting will be a concern all day.

'It actually makes you want to go home and put on some Neil Diamond music': Local moviegoers react to 'Song Sung Blue' playing in theaters
Song Sung Blue pays homage to the legendary Milwaukee tribute band Lightning & Thunder.

Kwanzaafest celebrates African American culture in Milwaukee
The fest highlights the weeklong holiday.

One person is dead and another is injured in midair helicopter crash in New Jersey, officials say
Hammonton Police Chief Kevin Friel said rescuers responded to a report of an aviation crash around 11:25 a.m. on Sunday.

A look back at Wisconsin's major weather, celestial events in 2025
From historic floods to Northern Lights, here's what happened this year.

Looking back at 2025 in Wisconsin
Ryan Burks runs back through our "In Focus" interviews of 2025.

In Focus: Data centers, cellphone bans and the NFL Draft big spotlights in 2025
Here's a look back at some of the major developments in the last year.

In Focus: State Supreme Court election, bipartisan budget a major focus of 2025
We revisit key accomplishments of 2025 in the Wisconsin State Legislature.

In Focus: Reflecting on tourism in 2025
We highlight several counties around the state.

Dennis Krause Blog: Disappointing night for Packers
There’s a chance the Packers will see the Bears in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs at Soldier Field in a couple of weeks.

Several Milwaukee area restaurants close their doors before the New Year
It’s been an emotional holiday season for some businesses in Milwaukee County, with Saturday being the last day some will serve their customers.

Harlem Globetrotters celebrate the holidays in Madison
The legendary basketball team will be turning 100-years-old in 2026.

Apartment fire displaces dozens of families Christmas Day; Milwaukee leaders push for better fire safety regulation
Dozens of families are left without a home after their 46-unit apartment building caught fire on Christmas morning.

Packers fans ready for possible playoff game against the Bears
With so many injuries on the roster, questions remain for the Packers as they take on the Baltimore Ravens.

Political strategists prepare for pivotal 2026 Wisconsin governor's race
It's the first open gubernatorial race in Wisconsin since 2010.

World News

US offered Ukraine 15-year security guarantee, Zelensky says
The US and Ukrainian presidents both describe talks in Florida as "great" and "terrific" but the issue of territory remains "unresolved".

Hospitals warned end-of-life care crisis threatening treatment
A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told.

Kate Bush 'heartbroken' over friend missing at sea
Matthew Upham and another man went missing in the sea in Devon on Christmas Day.

John Simpson: 'I've reported on 40 wars but I've never seen a year like 2025'
It has been a year of multiple major conflicts - and there are geopolitical implications of unparalleled importance

Mother and two children die in Boxing Day blaze
One man, a serving police officer, escaped the fire but his wife and their two children died in the blaze.

Tax breaks and year-round sun - why thousands of under-35s are moving abroad
Three young Britons explain why they are building their futures overseas.

Man shot dead by police after two-vehicle crash
Officers say the suspect is reported to have left the scene holding a handgun.

British-Egyptian dissident apologises for tweets as Tories push for UK deportation
Shabana Mahmood is facing growing calls to revoke the citizenship of Alaa Abdel Fattah after the emergence of social media posts.

Claudia teases 'extraordinary' Traitors twist as fans speculate about new red cloak
The hit show's new regular series had "moments that made me gasp", host Claudia Winkleman says.

Boss of Everyman cinema chain departs weeks after profit warning
The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts.

Pothole claims up 90% in three years, says RAC
Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout.

2026 will have some of the best TV in years - here are the highlights
We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport.

Why 2026 looks bright for Northern Light sightings
With the Sun still in an active phase there could be more spectacular Northern light displays in the year ahead.

'It's not weak to ask for help' - former Made in Chelsea star's advice for struggling new dads
Professor Green and Ryan Libbey open up about how fatherhood affected them and how you can protect your mental health.

'It has the X-factor' - the view from the House of Commons public gallery
Who would choose to spend the day watching MPs talking? We spent a day in the visitors' gallery to find out.

People tut when my son holds his girlfriend's hand
More support is needed to help people with learning disabilities who want a relationship, experts say.

Living in fear of Lakurawa - the militant group Trump targeted in Nigeria strikes
"We cannot live freely. You cannot even play music" - residents tell the BBC of militants' rule.

Mum's 27-year wait for global explorer to come home
Angela Bushby says her first words to son Karl will be, "what time do you call this?"

Part 1: What was the first executive order that Trump signed after being sworn in?
Test your memory of 2025 in the first part of our quiz. What happened from January to March?

Part 2: Katy Perry and five other women flew to the edge of space - what did she sing?
Test your memory of 2025 in the second part of our quiz. What happened from April to June?

Part 3: Which of England's women played Euro 2025 with a fractured leg?
Test your memory of 2025 in the third part of our quiz. What happened from July to September?

Part 4: Alan Carr won Celebrity Traitors. But who was the first contestant to be murdered?
Test your memory of 2025 in the final part of our quiz. What happened from October to December?

Thailand accuses Cambodia of breaking newly signed ceasefire deal
The ceasefire took effect at noon local time (05:00 GMT) on Saturday.

Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside
The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.

Rainbow Six servers back online after apparent hack
Publisher Ubisoft works to claw back billions of in-game currency handed out to players.

Police at reservoir after light aircraft crash
Police remain at the scene after reports a small aircraft entered the water on Sunday.

Son completes dad's epic 1984 cycling journey
Jamie Hargreaves, 23, cycled 25,000km across the world, following his dad's journey 40 years ago.

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The Newscast Review of the Year 2025
The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.

Were our 2025 predictions right?
The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.

Cunk explores the traditions and trappings of Christmas
Mockumentary starring Diane Morgan as Philomena Cunk

The forgotten story behind the rise of Monopoly
The true story of one of the world's most popular board games, Monopoly.