Local Wisconsin News

Quiet and mild weather takes us through the middle of the week
The cloudy sky clears out, setting us up for some sunshine at times.

'I’m just happy that I’m out there': Antetokounmpo gets back in rhythm in return with Bucks
Despite a loss to the Boston Celtics Monday night, Antetokounmpo is looking ahead.

Soybean farmers uncertain about future, tariff policy
Doug Rebout, president of the Wisconsin Soybean Association, said "we don't know what to do right now."

‘I'm with the president 100% on this’: Wisconsin lawmakers react to president’s decision to attack Iran
Lawmakers in Wisconsin are split along party lines.

Gov. Evers signs executive order for special session on partisan gerrymandering
He’ll now travel the state this week to talk about the proposal and secure elections.

‘Kimberly Akimbo’ makes one more Wisconsin stop
The story, set in the 1990s, follows a 16-year-old girl with a rare genetic disorder that “ages her four times faster than the average person."

FBI investigates Texas bar shooting that killed 3 as possible terrorist act
Austin Police officials say the suspect was killed by officers at the scene.

Everyday Hero: Racine tech ed teacher inspires young girls with new book
The book showcases all of the trades jobs that are out there for men, women, and hopefully as an inspiration to young girls.

Celtics spoil Giannis Antetokounmpo's return, trouncing Bucks 108-81 without Jaylen Brown
Milwaukee has lost its last three games, all by at least 23 points.

Giannis Antetokounmpo returns and says he can't rush back from injuries at age 31
Antetokounmpo had 19 points and 11 rebounds Monday night in Milwaukee’s 108-81 loss to the Boston Celtics.

Milwaukee Health Department tests wastewater for infectious diseases
The lab tests wastewater for Influenza A and B, RSV and COVID-19.

‘The timing of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is probably not by chance’: Religious observances occur in the shadow of Iran conflict
Christians continue to observe Lent, Muslims continue to observe Ramadan, and the Jews celebrate Purim.

Families lean on community support as Wisconsin soldiers deployed to the Middle East
The Wisconsin National Guard was mentioned on Monday morning during a Pentagon briefing. Wisconsin soldiers are being deployed to the Middle East.

'We're already seeing some of that growth': MPS superintendent touts new literacy plan results on Read Across America Day
MPS has recieved some of the lowest literacy scores from a nationwide report card.

Madison Police 2025 crime report shows drop in both violent and property crimes
Madison saw a 10.7% decrease in shots fired incidents in 2025, with only five of those being homicides, compared to seven in 2024.

‘It’s part of politics’: Gov. Evers remains confident he can reach a deal with Republicans on tax relief
The governor said he hopes to meet with Senate Majority Leader LeMahieu and Assembly Speaker Vos within the next couple of weeks.

Wisconsin nurse shelters in Israel amid war breaking out in Middle East
Berken is dealing with closed airspaces and canceled flights at airports around her.

Wisconsin Dells mayor previews new resort, construction projects
Dellshire is set to open in spring, with an immersive 16th-century manor-style retreat.

Full moon and lunar eclipse March 2-3
The west coast will see a total lunar eclipse.

Bucks say Antetokounmpo is questionable for Celtics game as he seeks to return from calf strain
Antetokounmpo could be on the verge of returning from a calf strain that has caused the two-time MVP to miss the Milwaukee Bucks’ last 15 games.

World News

UK to send Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon to Cyprus
The prime minister said the "UK is fully committed to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel based" on RAF Akrotiri.

Fears over food shortages in Tehran as residents worry about length of war
Locals tell BBC Persian they are worried about the availability of groceries and price increases as strikes continue to hit the capital.

Watch: Footage from across Iran shows scale of strikes
Footage verified by the BBC and news agencies shows large explosions in Iran following US and Israel strikes.

We need more updates, say British nationals stuck in Middle East
Air travel in the Middle East has been severely disrupted since Saturday, with thousands of flights cancelled.

Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate
Markets react as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies and concerns grow over how long it will last.

Andrew gives up lease on Crown Estate property
The former Prince Andrew hands back a property in Ascot, with lease documents showing an annual rent of £13,000.

No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still rising
There are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect.

What Spring Statement forecasts could mean for your money
Among the data and projections are key figures that shine a light on prospects for your finances.

The 15-minute call where hundreds of 'devastated' Brewdog staff were made redundant
The independent brewer and pub chain has been bought by US beverage and cannabis firm Tilray in a £33m deal.

Rapper Ghetts jailed for 12 years for killing student in hit-and-run
The grime artist failed to stop after his BMW hit Nepali student Yubin Tamang, 20, in Ilford.

New charges for son of Norway's crown princess on trial for rape
Marius Borg Høiby now faces a total of 40 charges at his trial and denies the most serious allegations.

Elton John's family photo hung in National Portrait Gallery
The portrait shows Sir Elton with husband David Furnish and their teenage sons Zachary and Elijah.

The unsung body doubles of Wuthering Heights
How a cast of secret stars helped to bring Emerald Fennel's hit literary adaptation to life.

Key points from the Spring Statement - at a glance
Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled.

'Shh please girls' - the night 11-year-old Gary Barlow left clubgoers gobsmacked
The Take That star was only 11 years old when he began performing to patrons at Connah's Quay Labour Club.

We still change our plans and routes for safety five years after Sarah Everard's murder
Five years after Sarah Everard was murdered, women continue to change their behaviour to stay safe.

I take marathon training seriously - but Ramadan is more important
A marathon training block is tough enough. Fasting while preparing to take on the world's best at the London Marathon is harder still.

Girl power is back - and could cost you up to £10K for Spice Girls coin
The collectable pieces celebrate their first single Wannabe and the album Spice, released in 1996.

'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency'
People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement.

Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping
Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.

Too early to tell scope of Iran strikes, Trump tells Congress
In a letter to Congress, the US president says that the threat from Iran had become "untenable".

Battered and isolated, Hezbollah drags Lebanon into another war
Its attack on Israel in support of Iran has led to fresh mass displacements and Israeli bombing, to the fury of many Lebanese.

Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran
European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities

Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last?
Iran has carried out strikes against Israel, across the Gulf and against a British base in Cyprus in retaliation.

Ant and Dec take legal action over 'secret profits' in Banksy deals
A court hears that an art consultant working for the TV hosts took "secret and unauthorised profits".

Guilty verdict for US father of teenage school shooter
Prosecutors say Colin Gray, 55, could have prevented his son from killing four people at a high school in Georgia in 2024.

Former Daily Mail showbusiness editor denies hacking Sadie Frost's voicemails
Seven high-profile claimants allege the Daily Mail's publisher committed "grave breaches of privacy" - something it denies.

OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash
Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.

Staff treating rabies victim 'suspected Lyme disease'
Inquest hears staff struggled to diagnose Yvonne Ford and referred her to mental health team.

New by-law to stop people roaming at first Scottish Center Parcs
Restrictions at the site of its first Scottish holiday village will come into force in April.

Actor settles claim against theatre in Kevin Spacey assault case
He alleged that Spacey, who has denied the allegations, assaulted him on two separate occasions.

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