Local Wisconsin News

Local 9/11 memorial in Brillion marks nearly 25 years since attacks
Volunteers placed 2,977 flags at the Forest Junction Fire Department in Brillion this week, continuing a local project honoring Sept. 11 victims.

Hundreds fill Capitol Square for Taste of Madison festival
The two-day event supported nearly 90 different food vendors along with several nonprofits around the Madison area.

Your guide to fall hikes in Wisconsin
Many parks around the state offer breathtaking views of fall colors.

Sunny and pleasant to wrap up the holiday weekend
Highs on Labor Day will be in the 70s and low 80s.

Badgers return to Lambeau Field for Notre Dame season opener
Wisconsin and Notre Dame open their seasons at Lambeau Field, bringing fans and weekend events to Green Bay.

3 things to watch in this year’s Packers season
The Packers open the regular season on Sunday, Sept. 13, in Minnesota against the Vikings.

Students return to school across Wisconsin
Ryan Burk talks with educators and lawmakers about important issues in education they're tackling this year.

In Focus: How being a teacher shapes State Rep. Angelina Cruz’s legislative priorities
As students and teachers head back to the classroom, we explore what issues are on the mind of one lawmaker heading into the new school year. 

In Focus: Waukesha School District superintendent shares hopes for new school year
He also shares the impact of a recent school consolidation within the district. 

In Focus: Growth of dual-enrollment programs at Wisconsin Technical College System
Layla Merrifield, president of the Wisconsin Technical College System, discussed how it is contributing to increasing enrollment around the system.

Milwaukee family plans $5.5 million claim against DHS over false accusation
A Milwaukee family plans a $5.5 million lawsuit against DHS after Ramon Morales-Reyes was falsely accused of threatening the president.

AAA: Labor Day gas prices reach record levels this year
AAA says Wisconsin gas prices are averaging around $3.82 per gallon this Labor Day weekend, but travelers say their plans are still moving forward.

380 SSM Health Dean Medical Group nurses to vote on union in Dane County
Nurses will vote on union representation at 10 Dane County clinics, citing staffing, burnout and patient care.

Animal rights activists criticize Gov. Evers for Ridglan Farms inaction
Dozens of protestors filled the State Capitol on Friday requesting a face-to-face meeting to air their grievances with the governor.

More Wisconsin communities get rid of Flock as data-sharing concerns surface
It comes after many said they discovered Flock was releasing data in bulk in response to FOIA requests in other states.

Packers running back Josh Jacobs' initial court appearance gets moved up to Thursday
The Packers open their season three days later, Sept. 13, at Minnesota.

Wisconsin DHS updates count to 142 confirmed measles cases in latest outbreak
There was a big jump this week in the numbers.

AriensCo sells majority of company to Japan-based manufacturer
According to AriensCo, the family will still have a significant stake in the company and will still lead from Brillion.

New academy to explore housing growth, barriers in Milwaukee
A new program is bringing different people together to learn how to better advocate for housing growth in the Milwaukee area.

Jordan Love prepares for Packers’ regular-season opener in Minnesota
Building relationships with the new offensive players and getting them up to speed has been a big focus for him.

World News

What we know about anti-migrant protests and organiser Danny Thomas
Danny Thomas organised the demonstration in Dover - seemingly after weeks of preparation - and was also present in Portsmouth.

Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs over next two years
The cuts come as the carmaker struggles with Chinese competition, US tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles.

Chancellor John Healey refuses to rule out tax hikes in October Budget
John Healey detailed plans to spread growth more widely across the UK, ahead of his first Budget.

New videos of man at centre of 9/11 lawsuit reveal links to extremists and Saudi state
The footage and other evidence the FBI failed to share undermine Omar al-Bayoumi's 25 years of denials.

Murder arrests over baby girl's death in woodland
Police say they have arrested two men and two women as part of their investigation.

'I have chronic cancer but I'm not going to die' - BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri
Moshiri was diagnosed in November 2024 with polycythaemia vera (PV), after her GP noticed irregularities in blood test results.

OpenAI chief scientist warns no-one is prepared for consequences of AI
The post comes as the firm releases GPT-6 Astra, which it says is its most powerful product yet.

Germany's far-right AfD says 'democracy demands' parties work with them after state election win
The far-right party is trying to form a government in the state after falling three seats short of a majority.

Probe begins into why cargo plane overran Miami runway
Five people died and five others were injured as the Amazon plane overshot the runway after landing at Miami International Airport.

Plans for major overhaul of councils halted
Proposals to merge smaller councils to form larger authorities have been paused or withdrawn in a number of areas.

New Inbetweeners film confirmed by Netflix as lead stars return
Netflix has confirmed the original stars of the coming-of-age sitcom are set to reprise their roles for the film.

Chemo hair loss doesn't define me - it's a symbol that I'm strong
The beauty and resilience of women living with cancer is celebrated though photography.

Why Jaguar Land Rover has decided change is needed
Job cuts come as JLR faces falling sales and intense Chinese competition while trying to switch to electric vehicles.

Smaller rugby ball for women makes it 'harder to do my job'
A smaller ball is being trialled in women's international rugby union for September and October's WXV Global Series - and it is dividing opinion.

Andrew Scott feels the Pressure as 'unsung hero' in WW2 thriller
The actor reveals how he approached playing James Stagg, the "chilly" meteorologist key to D-Day's success.

How significant are AfD's historic gains for Germany and the rest of Europe?
The BBC's Europe editor Katya Adler sees the far-right win in Saxony-Anhalt state ringing alarm bells for the EU and traditional parties.

Dolly Parton's sister pleads for end to 'AI garbage' posts after singer's death
Since Parton's death in late August, dozens of AI-generated songs, images and videos have appeared online.

Kyiv air raid alerts at record high as Russia launches round-the-clock strikes
Schools, businesses and public transport are all struggling with the surge in Russian air attacks.

Man arrested on suspicion of murder after two people found dead at house
The bodies of a man and a woman have been discovered at a house in Blackburn and a man has been arrested.

One million people to receive one-off pension top-up payment
About one million people - mostly women - are owed pension tax relief and will be contacted by HMRC.

Police probe cause of fire at Glasgow affordable homes tenement
The building in Stonyhurst Street, Possilpark - which was derelict for 20 years - had received £3m to be renovated as affordable homes.

'The man who drugged and raped me was freed from prison and went on to kill'
One of Richard Scatchard's victims says his killing of Kelly Faiers in 2023 could have been avoided.

Red Star Belgrade fans unveil banner of war criminal Mladic before derby
Red Star Belgrade fans unveil a tifo of war criminal Ratko Mladic before their derby win over Partizan Belgrade on Sunday.

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How New Is Andy Burnham’s Labour?
The new chancellor prepares a speech as the PM tries to seperate the party from the past.

An insider's account of Trump's White House
Jonathan Swan gained unprecedented access to Trump’s inner circle.

The extraordinary life and music of Dolly Parton
Creating an icon. How a girl from the Smoky Mountains conquered Nashville – and the world

New video shows Williams handball - but won't end VAR row
A new camera angle shows the ball coming off Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams' arms as he scores his disallowed goal against Tottenham.

Pakistan investigate 'discipline and conduct' on England tour
Pakistan begin an inquiry into “discipline and conduct” in the latest twist on a turbulent tour of England.

This could be year I win Ballon d'Or, says Mbappe
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe says this could be a good year for him to win the Ballon d'Or for the first time.

'We're not robots' - why US Open men's contenders have tumbled
The chaotic nature of the men's draw has been a sharp contrast to the relative calm of the women's - but anyone can still win the US Open titles.

Red Star fans unveil tifo of war criminal Mladic before derby
Red Star Belgrade fans unveil a tifo of war criminal Ratko Mladic before their derby win over Partizan Belgrade on Sunday.