Local Wisconsin News

Sturgeon spearing ends early for first time in 11 years
Monday was the last day for spearers on Lake Winnebago to try to harvest a lake sturgeon.

Wisconsinites stuck in Mexico after cartel leader killed
A couple from Pewaukee and travel agents are scrambling to figure the situation out.

‘It’s finally over’: Zeamer family’s emotional journey to get Gail’s Law passed
Gail’s Law is named after Gail Zeamer, a Neenah woman who died from breast cancer in 2024.

Wisconsin begins to bet big on fusion energy
WEDC backs new Fusion Energy Coalition with $778,000 grant.

Kenosha, Milwaukee county executives in Washington, D.C. to meet with lawmakers
The National Counties Association legislative conference allows local leaders to make connections on Capitol Hill and advocate for project funding.

Lake Geneva Mayor Todd Krause shares vision for Hillmoor Property, Highway 50 construction
One substantial project in the works is the transformation of an approximately 230-acre site bought by the city.

Tracking a clipper system Tuesday
Overnight lows will dip to the teens and single digits.

Milwaukee’s Pabst Theater recognized by Billboard as 2026 Top Music Venue
The theater was recognized as a “Local Favorite” and was one of 28 places around the world on the list.

Why a lack of support is stalling a Wisconsin Senate vote to reauthorize the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program
Last week, a pared-down proposal to reauthorize the program, which was scheduled for a vote, was removed from the calendar and sent back to committee.

City of Milwaukee files federal class-action lawsuit against fire truck companies over costs
The lawsuit accuses several fire truck companies of conspiring to suppress the supply and raise the prices of fire trucks sold throughout the U.S.

'Music is for everyone': Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra encourages students to pursue music through live concerts
For the past 25 years, the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra has performed live concerts for schools throughout Walworth County.

Midwest grocery prices were up 2.1% year over year in January
Midwest food prices rose slightly less than national figures.

Now Hiring: Wisconsin DNR in need of seasonal employees
The Wisconsin DNR is hiring for seasonal staff to help maintain the state's parks, forests, trails and recreation areas.

Car thieves are using new technology to steal vehicles
Car thieves are getting more advanced, breaking into vehicles without having to break a window or turn a key.

Raptors beat Bucks 122-94 and end Milwaukee's 3-game win streak
The Raptors led by as many as 20 points in the third before entering the final frame with a 92-73 advantage.

UCLA rolls past Wisconsin 80-60, celebrates first outright Big Ten title with 21st win in a row
The Badgers twice cut their deficit to eight points before trailing 41-29 at halftime.

Boyd and Winter lead No. 24 Wisconsin past Iowa, 84-71
Wisconsin shot 53.8%, including 10 of 24 beyond the arc.

Wisconsin ski resorts battle unpredictable weather as Nutt Hill reopens with new features
Nutt Hill Winter Park in Plymouth is one example of a ski area working to attract visitors, despite fluctuating temperatures.

Jack Hughes scores in overtime as U.S. beats Canada for gold at Olympics
The United States is on top of the hockey world for the first time in nearly a half-century.

Study to explore safety improvements on Highway KK across Fox Cities communities
Four communities and two counties are collaborating as a part of the study, which is being funded by a federal grant.

World News

Lord Mandelson arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
The Metropolitan Police says a 72-year-old man has been taken to a London police station for interview following the arrest in Camden.

Watch: Peter Mandelson led away by police from Camden home
The Metropolitan Police said a 72-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Mexico sends thousands of soldiers to stop violence after death of drug lord
A wave of violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died following his capture by special forces.

First British baby born using transplanted womb from deceased donor
Grace Bell, who was born without a viable womb, says her little boy is "simply a miracle".

Chocolate kept in anti-theft boxes as retailers warn it's being stolen to order
Retailers and police forces tell the BBC that thieves are targeting chocolate and selling it on.

BBC sorry for airing racial slur shouted by guest with Tourette's at Baftas
Actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage at the time during the award ceremony in London.

Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to killing parents Rob and Michele
Nick Reiner, 32, appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom on Monday, after his parents were found dead in their Brentwood home in December.

GPs to get £3,000 bonus to maximise weight loss drug prescriptions
Bid to improve access to Mounjaro in England, but experts warn eligibility still tightly restricted.

Reform vows to overhaul pension schemes for new local government workers
Reform plans to end more generous defined benefit pension schemes for new local government workers if it wins office

Rape suspect freed from jail in error now abroad
The man was awaiting trial when he was released from HMP Wormwood Scrubs and has now left the UK.

Inside the children's home where late night footsteps meant fear and abuse
Two women who were sexually abused at Skircoat Lodge in Halifax in the 1990s tell their stories.

More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.

Is US crime at a historic low?
BBC Verify assesses claims by the Trump administration that crime and murder in the US are at their lowest levels for 125 years.

Lord Mandelson arrest - how did we get here?
It comes after the ex-Labour minister was accused of passing sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.

'The end of Xbox': fans split as AI exec takes over Microsoft's top gaming role
The executive shake-up has sparked online debate about new boss Asha Sharma's gaming credentials.

Ukraine negotiator tells BBC how it feels to sit across table from Russia
Sergiy Kyslytsya is among those trying to negotiate an end to the conflict, which is entering its fifth year.

Why has Alan Carr bought a castle and where is it?
The comedian has purchased a castle in the Scottish Borders which comes with 17 bedrooms and its own working railway.

'Burned and destroyed': Locals and tourists describe Mexico unrest
Violence has erupted across several states in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed on Sunday.

Queen tells Gisèle Pelicot her new memoir left her 'speechless'
Camilla praised the French rape survivor over tea at her Clarence House residence in London.

Nottingham killer watched shooting videos online, inquiry hears
Valdo Calocane's phone was analysed after the Nottingham attacks in June 2023.

Landmark royal commission into antisemitism prompted by Bondi shooting begins
The inquiry comes after 15 people were killed and dozens hurt when two gunmen opened fire at a Jewish event.

PinkPantheress makes history by winning Brit Award for best producer
The pop star is the first woman to be named best producer since the award was created in 1977.

Australian police find human remains in search for grandfather kidnapped by mistake
The 85-year-old was forcibly taken from his Sydney home by three masked men just under two weeks ago.

Two arrested after death of 'British Lip King'
Two people have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of Jordan James Parke.

I almost lost my leg after Olympics crash, says US skier Lindsey Vonn
Lindsey Vonn says she nearly lost her leg from the injuries she sustained in a heavy crash at the Winter Olympics - and thanks the doctor who saved her from an amputation.

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Gordon Brown turns detective over Andrew
Gordon Brown has reportedly demanded a police investigation into the use of RAF bases.

Trump's Tariffs... Trump attacks the Supreme Court over tariff ban
A breaking episode of Americast as POTUS takes on SCOTUS

Sesko and Lammens allow Man Utd to dream of Champions League
Striker Benjamin Sesko and goalkeeper Senne Lammens are the key figures as Manchester United gain a hugely valuable Premier League win at Everton.

Pacquiao and Mayweather agree professional rematch
Boxing greats Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather agree a professional rematch at Sphere in Las Vegas in September.

Super-sub Sesko earns Man Utd win at Everton
Watch Premier League highlights as Manchester United earn a narrow win over Everton thanks to a goal from substitute Benjamin Sesko.

Five reasons for England's Six Nations slide
England's downturn in form has been steep and sudden. Why has their Six Nations campaign turned from Grand Slam dreams to a salvage job?