Local Wisconsin News

Small Wisconsin communities look to boost housing options as populations grow
A new 42-unit apartment is scheduled to open in Brillion next fall, where growth is the fastest in the state.

Jaelan Phillips' productive Eagles debut paces dominant defense in 10-7 win over Packers
Brandon McManus’ attempt at a game-tying, 64-yard field goal as time expired fell several yards short.

Dennis Krause Blog: Offense stagnant in Packers loss
Monday night’s 10-7 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles at Lambeau Field dropped the Packers to 5-3-1.

Our climb out of this winter hole starts today
Today begins a warming trend for the rest of the week.

Fox Valley small businesses help SNAP recipients for Thanksgiving
From free Thanksgiving meals to $1 soup and a neighbor rack, businesses are finding ways to support their communities who supported them in the past.

Milwaukee marks Word Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
An event is planned for Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Century City Tower Building at 4201 N. 27th Street in Milwaukee.

Wendy's to close hundreds of U.S. stores in bid to halt falling profit
Wendy’s ended the third quarter with 6,011 U.S. restaurants

Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald’s crew, 50 years later
Twenty nine crew members lost their lives in the sinking.

Nonprofit organizations stepping in to help homeless veterans in Wisconsin
Help is needed after the closure of two state-run facilities earlier this year.

Lake-effect snow buries parts of southern Wisconsin
The Village of Pleasant Prairie reported the most snow with 13 inches, according to the National Weather Service.

Wisconsin Senators split on new government funding proposal
Republican Ron Johnson voted for it. Democrat Tammy Baldwin didn’t.

Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich discusses housing, sports projects coming to the city
Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich spoke to Spectrum News 1 about plans to create long-term affordable housing and expand professional sports in his city.

Trump threatens to sue BBC over edited speech that sparked resignations by news bosses
In the documentary, aired before the 2024 election, Trump's Jan. 6, 2021, speech was edited to omit his call for peaceful protest.

Will La Niña bring more lake-effect snow this year?
Above-average lake temperatures and a La Niña pattern will likely mean more snow.

Bucks forward Taurean Prince out indefinitely with herniated disk in his neck
The Bucks also are playing without guard Kevin Porter Jr.

Green Bay eyes United Soccer League teams, stadium
Madison and Milwaukee have teams in the multi-tiered USL.

Flyers feel impacts of air travel cuts in Milwaukee
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandated a 10% reduction of flights at 40 airports across the country because of the government shutdown.

Guardians pitchers indicted for fixing pitches
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz were charged with fraud, bribery and conspiracy.

Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others who backed efforts to overturn 2020 election, official says
President Donald Trump issued full pardons for Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows and others tied to efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Durant scores 31 points, leads fourth-quarter comeback as Rockets beat Bucks 122-115
The Bucks visit the Dallas Mavericks on Monday

World News

Asylum seekers can stay at Epping hotel after council loses legal battle
A council has lost its legal battle with the government in a landmark High Court ruling.

Kate and Queen lay Armistice Day wreaths as nation pays tribute
The Queen and the Princess of Wales joining services to mark Armistice Day in the UK.

Nearly all NHS England trusts failing to hit cancer target - find out how yours is ranked
Experts say patients are being harmed by cancer diagnosis and treatment delays.

UK unemployment rate rises to 5% as jobs market weakens
Latest official data ahead of the Budget later this month shows it is the highest rate since 2021.

Hospital trust fined £500k over death of young woman on mental health unit
Alice Figueiredo, 22, took her own life at Goodmayes Hospital, east London, in July 2015.

Vinted users lash out over sizing changes
The popular second-hand shopping app has changed how sizes are categorised.

Hundreds arrested in largest High Street crime crackdown
The illicit tobacco seized accounts for more than £3.5m worth of duty evaded, the NCA estimates.

Cryptoqueen who fled China for London mansion to be sentenced over £5bn Bitcoin stash
Qian Zhimin bought cryptocurrency using funds stolen from thousands of Chinese pensioners, say police.

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! confirms 2025 cast
Kelly Brook, Ruby Wax OBE and Jack Osbourne are among the celebrities braving the jungle this year.

Scientists to stop using animals for some experiments by end of 2025
The plan follows up on a manifesto promise to work towards the phasing out the practice.

Three easy ways to help you beat the winter blues
It's easy to feel gloomy in winter, but here are three ways to help you manage the darker days and even embrace them.

Ariana Grande: Going brunette is not about saying goodbye to Wicked's Glinda
She is resuming her role in Wicked as the Good Witch of the North with Cynthia Erivo back as Elphaba.

How the spirit of commemorating has changed since the last WW1 veterans died
What do displays of national pride mean when they are no longer accompanied by the mass shared grief that gave rise to them?

Katie Razzall: Robust leadership needed to steer BBC through crisis
The corporation has been plunged into a crisis some would argue is of its own making.

'There was blood everywhere': Delhi residents recount horror of huge car explosion
Eyewitnesses describe what they saw after the blast near the Red Fort in the Indian capital.

Why is one of Edinburgh's best views still off limits?
The historic Radical Road path was closed in 2018 due to rockfall but a plan for its full reopening has still to be agreed.

Rally driving debut for daughter of tragic world champion Colin McRae
Colin McRae's daughter will make her competitive driving debut at Kielder Forest in the Roger Albert Clark Rally.

Met Office yellow warnings for rain and wind amid flood threat
Weather warnings are in force across parts of the UK as heavy rain could lead to localised flooding as Simon King explains.

Charli XCX says teaming up with music legend made her 'cry'
The singer was tearful over teaming up with the former Velvet Underground member.

Suicide bombing in Islamabad kills 12, says Pakistan's interior minister
Mohsin Naqvi says the bomber tried to gain entry to a court complex but was unable to get inside.

Artist sneaks AI-generated print into museum gallery
A visitor who noticed the piece says staff "admitted they had no idea about the piece or when it arrived".

Squid Game star, 81, acquitted of sexual misconduct
The South Korean actor allegedly hugged a woman and kissed her on the cheek against her will.

Catherine Connolly becomes tenth president of Ireland
Catherine Connolly takes over the role from Michael D Higgins, whose 14-year term ended at midnight.

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Americanswers on 5 Live! Why is Donald Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?
And how will the U.S. government shutdown end?

Trump Threatens To Sue BBC For One Billion Dollars
Trump threatens BBC with a $1bn lawsuit over the editing of his speech in a documentary.

The engrossing biopic of a Hollywood icon's early years
Based on a true story, starring Toby Jones, Lesley Manville and Harry Lawtey

Churchill faces his gravest dilemma
Churchill must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler or fight for the greater good.

The little-known letters between Einstein and Freud
Exploring the 1932 letters between Einstein and Freud on global peace and total war.

Chalobah and Trafford called up to England squad
Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah and Manchester City keeper James Trafford are called up to the England squad following the withdrawals of Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon and Nick Pope.

Reinventing Football - what do we do with handball, penalties and VAR?
Imagine if you could make one change to football. We've asked players, pundits and referees what they would do.

'His game's gone to the next level' - Trescothick backs Root in Ashes
England coach Marcus Trescothick says he has full confidence in Joe Root to perform against Australia in the Ashes, despite the fact the batter has never scored a century down under during an away Ashes series.