Local Wisconsin News

Gray and dreary through Tuesday
Expect low clouds, fog, and pockets of rain and drizzle.

'Slender Man' defendant Morgan Geyser in custody in Cook County after escape from group home
Police say Geyser cut off her Department of Corrections monitoring bracelet and left a group home Saturday night. She could now face charges.

Appleton Mayor Jake Woodford shares how the city educates residents on government, homeownership
Since being sworn in five years ago, Woodford has helped elevate a program called the Resident Leadership Academy.

Man charged in hit-and-run that killed 4-year-old, injured girlfriend wants to enter a plea bargain
He plead guilty to a 2018 fatal hit-and-run.

Kohl’s names Michael Bender new CEO
Bender had been serving as interim CEO since May, when Kohl’s former CEO Ashley Buchanan was terminated.

Here's where Wisconsinites in need can get a free Thanksgiving meal
This Thanksgiving, many Wisconsinites are prioritizing helping others by providing community meals or free Thanksgiving food baskets.

Wisconsin restaurants offering to-go or dine-in options for Thanksgiving 2025
Several are offering options for those not wanting to fully cook a Thanksgiving meal from scratch.

Missing 34-year-old Samantha Sackmann found safe
Sackmann had been missing since Nov. 14 and was believed to have been traveling to the Milwaukee area.

24-year-old Lomira man found dead in hunting accident
Authorities said they found the man dead near a tree stand “from an apparent gun shot wound” after receiving a 911 call Saturday.

Active weather to start a busy Thanksgiving travel week
Multiple systems could bring about travel troubles Thanksgiving week.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Milwaukee area for Thanksgiving travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Milwaukee area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Green Bay area for Thanksgiving travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Green Bay area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Madison area for Thanksgiving travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Madison area.

Now Hiring: 300+ job positions open at Modine's new Franklin facility
Modine Manufacturing is looking to hire at least 330 employees to operate its new 155,000-square-foot Franklin facility.

Janesville residents launch petition as city explores data center plans
Janesville signed the letter of intent with Viridian Acquistions LLC, which is based in Colorado.

Emanuel Wilson runs for 107 yards and 2 TDs as Packers pound Vikings 23-6
Green Bay improved to 2-0 in divisional games after going 1-5 against NFC North foes last season.

Median age of first-time homebuyers rises to 40, Wisconsin realtors see impacts
New data from the National Association of Realtors shows people are waiting longer than ever to purchase their first home.

Goodman Community Center seeks donations to distribute 4,000 Thanksgiving baskets in Dane County
The Goodman Community Center will continue to accept donations for the baskets in the days leading up to Thanksgiving.

‘Wicked: For Good’ is even more popular than the first, soaring to a $226 million global debut
Not only is it the biggest opening ever for a Broadway musical adaptation it’s also the second biggest debut of the year.

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers get total team win against Vikings
J.J. McCarthy passed for just 87 yards while Micah Parsons and the Packers defense sacked him five times.

World News

Zelensky warns against giving away territory as latest Ukraine talks end
There was optimism following the talks in Geneva, but no details emerged on how to bridge the huge divide between Moscow and Kyiv over territory and security guarantees.

Updated peace plan could be a deal Ukraine will take - eventually
The proposed plan is said to have been significantly changed since Sunday - but key sticking points are likely to remain.

Boy with rare condition amazes doctors after world-first gene therapy
Oliver, 3, now appears to be developing normally after taking part in a trial to treat Hunter syndrome that almost didn't get off the ground.

Police officer unable to dress after hammer attack by Palestine Action activist, jury told
The officer could not drive, shower or dress herself after being struck with a sledgehammer.

Two peers to be suspended from House of Lords for breaking rules
Former Army chief Lord Richard Dannatt and businessman Lord Evans of Watford face suspensions.

Ten-year-old British chess prodigy dazzles at women's event
Bodhana Sivanandan wins the UK Women’s Blitz Championship, putting her in the top 50 women in the world in the category.

I watched helplessly as gunmen snatched my son, says father after Nigerian school kidnapping
The authorities are trying to rescue more than 250 schoolchildren who were abducted by raiders on motorbikes.

Police face misconduct inquiry in case of murdered Harshita Brella
Four Northamptonshire Police officers will face misconduct proceedings, the force says.

Obesity jab drug fails to slow Alzheimer's
There were initial hopes that the drug in weight loss jab Wegovy could slow progression of dementia.

Jimmy Cliff, reggae singer with a run of hits spanning decades, dies aged 81
The musician was known for hits like You Can Get It If You Really Want and I Can See Clearly Now.

My son went missing but was not initially considered high risk. Five weeks later, he was found dead
The family of Cole Cooper appealed to the public for help tracing the 19-year-old after he disappeared in May.

What is Cartel de los Soles, which the US is labelling as a terrorist organisation?
The US says it is headed by Venezuela's president and other senior politicians, but some analysts say it does not even exist.

Scammers target 12 homes on same Cheshire street
Neighbours in Warrington started receiving mystery letters addressed to people they did not know.

Ukraine's soldiers react to US peace plan with defiance, anger and resignation
Ukrainian soldiers at the front are angry, defiant and resigned after US plan became public.

Everything you need to know about the Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering both tax rises and spending cuts in the 26 November Budget.

Bollywood legend Dharmendra, one of the biggest stars of Indian cinema, dies aged 89
Best known for the iconic role of Veeru in the all-time great Sholay, Dharmendra was India's "most handsome actor".

What is going on with offside, and can it be fixed?
After more controversy with subjective offside in the Premier League this weekend, can anything be done to change it?

Strictly's Shirley reveals 'terrifying' choking drama
The Strictly judge thanks her make-up artist for coming to her rescue by doing the Heimlich manoeuvre.

Australia senator condemned for burka stunt in parliament
Pauline Hanson donned a black burka as she sought to push for a ban on the garment.

Rapper Ghetts faces more dangerous driving charges
The grime MC is accused of causing the death by dangerous driving of a 20-year-old in Ilford.

Girl, 5, battles snow and ice to reach the top of Ben Nevis
Faye Moffat, from Prestonpans, did the charity climb with her dad "to help raise pennies for the girls and boys who need help".

UK to hold new national day to remember terror victims
Starting next year, the annual day will honour victims and survivors in the UK, the Home Office says.

Race to rescue London's rare hairy snail
A team is hunting for the finger-sized snail along the River Thames to help recover their numbers.

Debate over changing name of Prince Andrew Way
Mid and East Antrim councillors will discuss a proposal to change a street sign named after Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.

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The Budget: Rumours And Reality (The Big Weekend Debate)
A panel of experts on Labour’s make-or-break budget.

How a high-flyer’s charm became a tool of deception
Unmasking the Somerset high-flyer who conned his school friends and hundreds more.

Celtic close to appointing Nancy as new manager
Columbus Crew's Wilfried Nancy is close to being appointed Celtic manager, BBC Scotland has learned.

England will be held to account if preparation backfires - Agnew
England's decision not to send first-choice batters to pink-ball warm-up is a strange decision, writes Jonathan Agnew.

Guardiola 'embarrassed and ashamed' after cameraman incident
Pep Guardiola says he is sorry for confronting a cameraman following Manchester City's Premier League defeat at Newcastle on Saturday.

Champion Littler starts Worlds against Labanauskas - full draw
Luke Littler will begin the defence of his PDC world title against Darius Labanauskas in December.

'Johnny who? Why Keefer's rise is posing world ranking questions'
American Johnny Keefer is on the verge of securing a Masters spot after moving into the world's top 50 but his rise is posing questions about the world ranking algorithms, writes Iain Carter.