Local Wisconsin News

Clouds return Sunday with above average temperatures
Some will see highs in the 40s.

Musk gives all federal workers 48 hours to explain what they did last week
Musk, who serves as President Donald Trump’s cost-cutting chief, shared the extraordinary request on his social media network on Saturday.

Trump revels in mass federal firings and jeers at Biden before adoring conservative crowd
Trump focused on past campaigns, jeering at former President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, the former vice president.

Pope Francis is in critical condition after long respiratory crisis, requiring oxygen at high flow
Francis has been hospitalized for a week with a complex lung infection.

Officer killed after a gunman took hostages at a Pennsylvania hospital
Officials say three staffers at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York and two other officers were shot and wounded in Saturday morning’s attack.

Musk’s cost-cutting team is laying off workers at the auto safety agency overseeing his car company
Musk has accused NHTSA of holding back progress on self-driving technology with its investigations and recalls

Shakes sold to nursing homes recalled after listeria outbreak linked to 11 deaths
Some 38 people have been infected with listeria, including 11 who died.

African American Environmental Pioneer Awards recognize those committed to conservation
The 6th annual African American Environmental Pioneer Awards will take place this Monday, Feb. 24, at the Washington Park Urban Ecology Center.

You don't have to leave Wisconsin to experience dog sledding
Wolfsong Adventures operates in Bayfield County.

Ford recalls 240,000 Explorers, Aviators due to faulty seat belt assembly
Ford said it is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to the defective seat belt assemblies.

'Flow' shows animation is a medium and not a genre
"Flow" is nominated for Best Animated Feature and Best International Feature at this year’s Academy Awards.

MPS pressed for answers about high levels of lead in school buildings
MHD said school closures are a possibility, depending on the severity of the lead contamination, but said there are currently no closures planned.

Union action leads to service disruptions for Metro Transit
The city said drivers refused to work overtime.

Judge rejects plea deal for Wisconsin man accused of murder in 7-year-old's abuse death
Timothy Hauschultz was charged with eight counts, including felony murder, child abuse and battery, in connection with Ethan Hauschutlz's death.

U.S. stocks tumble as companies and consumers worry about tariffs and Washington
The S&P 500 sank 1.7% Friday for its worst day in two months.

Insight into the decision to close Northland College after 133 years
Northland College, founded in 1892, is a private liberal arts college “geared towards exploration.”

Snowmobile riders, businesses make the most of late-season snow
Snow-related sports generate almost $100 million in Wisconsin.

Moon mountain named in honor of Melba Mouton
Mouton is a highly respected role model for all women and people of color pursuing a career in STEM.

No. 11 Wisconsin finding new way to win this season by showcasing an explosive offense
Wisconsin is on pace for its highest scoring average since 1970-71.

Jerry 'Ice Man' Butler, soul singer whose hits included 'Only the Strong Survive,' dies at 85
He's a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a three-time Grammy Award nominee.

World News

Germans to vote in high-stakes election watched closely by Europe and US
Conservative Friedrich Merz is expected to win, but the far-right AfD is set for a strong second place.

Pope remains in 'critical' condition after 'respiratory crisis'
Pope Francis is "more unwell than yesterday", the Vatican says, adding his prognosis "remains guarded".

I'll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer tells Zelensky
The prime minister called Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for the second time in four days.

Israel indefinitely delays Palestinian prisoner release as hostages freed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the prisoners won't be freed until the next release of hostages is guaranteed.

List accomplishments or resign, Musk tells US federal workers
The weekend email comes as Elon Musk leads an effort to aggressively curtail the government workforce.

M4 and M48 closed after body found on carriageway
Police are trying to find out how the person's remains came to be on the M4 on Saturday evening.

Archaeologists may have found pharaoh's second tomb
The potential find comes just days after the announcement of the discovery of King Thutmose II's tomb.

He dreamed of a cycling revolution. Then an SUV crushed him
Paul Varry's death has triggered a debate in Paris over the dramatic expansion of cycle infrastructure.

Has Trump kept his day one promises?
It's been a busy first month, with a blizzard of activity, so we compare his pledges with what he has delivered.

'Gimme a hug': Drake's lover-boy comeback after Kendrick feud
As Drake drops a new album after his Not Like Us diss track humiliation - what's his strategy?

Tens of thousands fighting for Russia dying unnoticed on Ukraine frontlinee
The Kremlin’s recruitment policy is shielding society from the true impact of war.

'I learned lesson about parking near beauty spot'
Chelsea Coltart - whose car got damaged and was fined in the Peak District - wants to warn others.

The asteroid hits and near-misses you never hear about
Since a potentially hazardous asteroid was detected in December, tens of others objects have come close to Earth.

Florence Pugh opens Harris Reed show as London Fashion Week starts
London Fashion Week has kicked off, showcasing the best of British design.

Mystery of body in wetsuit found in reservoir puzzles police
Police continue to investigate how a body of a man in a wetsuit was found in a Welsh reservoir.

The Papers: 'PM lays down peace demand' and 'New breed of danger dog'
A mix of stories lead Sunday's papers, with a focus of the prime minister's upcoming trip to the US.

Search continues for missing Durham runner
Jenny Hall, a keen long-distance runner, is described as 6ft (1.8m) tall with very long dark hair.

Police hunt van driver as girl dies in tram crash
The three-year-old girl has died after being taken to hospital, police say.

Watch: A real-life flying car takes to the skies
From science-fiction to the real world, flying cars are here - but could the concept actually take off?

One dead in stabbing in French city of Mulhouse
President Emmanuel Macron said there was "no doubt it was an Islamist terrorist attack".

'Amateur and dangerous': Historians weigh in on viral AI history videos
Can AI resurrect the past, or are these videos a polished, modernised version of history designed for engagement?

UK pop stars drop out of global bestseller charts
British acts miss out on the worldwide annual music charts for the first time in two decades.

Sinkhole investigations delayed due to safety
Tandridge District Council said its "priority" is to support affected residents and businesses.

From Baywatch to toxic waste - LA's iconic beaches unrecognisable after fires
Under orders from President Trump, the EPA is trying to fast track the clean-up of toxic debris from LA's fires.

French prisoner 'The Fly' arrested nine months after deadly van ambush
Two prison officers were killed and three others injured when a vehicle carrying Mohamed Amra was ambushed in May 2024.

Wind warning issued for Northern Ireland on Sunday
After Friday’s wet and windy weather, more strong winds are coming to island of Ireland on Sunday.

Man offers to split winnings after thieves hit jackpot with his credit card
The Frenchman has called on the thieves to strike a deal with him to split the €500,000 (£413,664) prize.

System 'broken' says Ronan Keating after fatal crash verdict
The singer described the justice system in the Republic of Ireland as 'broken' after his brother died in a car crash.

Shackles and a bullet-proof vest - Luigi Mangione reappears in court over CEO 'murder'
His lawyer argued during the hearing that her client - wearing a bulletproof vest - was being treated unfairly.

Why Guardiola's tactics stopped working amid rise of rapid football
BBC Sport analyses why Pep Guardiola's possession-focused tactics have stopped working amid the rise in rapid, direct football.

Bivol dethrones Beterbiev in thrilling revenge win
Russian Dmitry Bivol produces a masterclass to gain revenge over compatriot Artur Beterbiev and win the undisputed light-heavyweight world title.

England find a way to win to stay in title mix
England's grinding win over Scotland opens up a route to a potentially glittering prize.