Local Wisconsin News

Dodge County Sheriff suing 28-year-old Illinois woman for defamation
The sheriff said the actions and false accusations of Naqvi and Morrison caused harm to his reputation.

Milwaukee police and city leaders develop plan to address summer safety
The Milwaukee Police Department is once again gearing up to have more officers in the Downtown Entertainment District.

Health care workers praise new 'next of kin' patient transfer law
The law is meant to help ease hospital capacity, along with making patient transfers less cumbersome for families.

2-year-old dies after loaded gun found by sibling goes off
The Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office is investigating and reminded parents to safely store all firearms out of reach of children at all times.

Staying dry into the start of the weekend
Showers will return later in the day on Saturday.

Clock is ticking to file taxes: Expert shares important reminders
Here's what to know as we approach the April 15 deadline.

Green Bay's airport is named after a World War II aviator who died early in conflict
What is now known as Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport was named in his honor in 1946.

1 person killed by police officer in Chippewa Falls
Officers had been responding to the reports of wanted people near a hotel on Thursday morning when the incident occurred.

Wisconsin beats North Dakota 2-1 to reach its first Frozen Four final since 2010
The Badgerswill play the winner between Michigan and Denver in the championship game Saturday.

Racine County residents frustrated with data center's noise
Racine County residents who live nearby the Microsoft data centers have noticed a persistent humming sound coming from the development.

More rain in sight this weekend
Saturday will definitely be the better day to get outside.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Farmers' Market on the Square, craft beer walk, Disney's 'Frozen'
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Father sentenced for leaving his 6 children in storage locker
The five-year sentence in prison will be for possessing a gun as a felon.

Universities of Wisconsin regents cite disputes over AI and other topics in president's firing
Two members of the board of regents revealed the new details in a state Senate hearing on Thursday.

'Our hope is definitely to get all of the dogs:' Animal activists openly planning raid at Wisconsin breeding, research facility
The Dane County Sheriff’s Office is aware of the approaching demonstration.

Hustisford School District to begin process to dissolve after referendum fails for 5th year in a row
The $3.75 million operational referendum lost by 16 points, with 58.5% voting no and 42% voting yes.

Gov. Evers signs online sports betting bill
One of the caveats is that the servers used to handle the wagers are located on tribal land.

Colorado State University 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast
The forecast calls for a slightly below normal season in the Atlantic.

Brewers bring the Wisconsin-style supper club to American Family Field
From a prime rib grilled cheese sandwich to a relish tray to a brandy old fashioned cheesecake parfait, it'll have all the traditional dishes.

Where you can find tulip fields in Wisconsin
From fields near Milwaukee all the way to the driftless area, here's where you can see tulips in bloom.

World News

Back to Earth: What happens to the Artemis II astronauts now?
The astronauts will have medical checks and will be reunited with their families.

Artemis II mission was a triumph. Now comes the hard part
The mission was almost flawless but there are considerable obstacles ahead before a Moon landing.

Watch the Artemis II re-entry: Separation, blackout, then splashdown
The four crew members of the Artemis II are back on Earth after their 10-day mission to the Moon.

Historic Vance-Ghalibaf talks must bridge deep distrust
Face-to-face talks would mark the highest-level engagement between Iran and the US since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

British man, 77, dies after tourist bus crashes in Canary Islands
The vehicle fell from a height of 10m near the San Sebastián de La Gomera, according to Spanish news outlet El Mundo.

UK shelves Chagos deal after Trump opposition
UK government officials say they are not entirely abandoning the agreement but have run out of time.

Man arrested after baby girl dies from dog bite
Two dogs seized from the same address have been destroyed, police say.

Melania Trump's speech propels Epstein crisis back to forefront
She has now placed herself squarely into the Epstein story and at odds with the administration, which wants to end the investigation.

Final push for votes as challenger to Hungary's Orbán scents victory
As Péter Magyar's opposition movement leads in the polls, tens of thousands of anti-Orbán supporters fill Heroes' Square in Budapest.

Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity Sentebale he co-founded
Prince Harry left the charity last year in an acrimonious dispute over how Sentebale was being managed.

Parents' fury at Army's delay to report missing son
L/Cpl Ryan Rudd was not reported missing until two weeks after he was last seen in Selby.

Energy bills are set to rise - but not just due to the Iran war
While the world is gripped by an energy crisis, Britain is facing another key driver of higher costs.

Man jailed for killing abused wife who jumped from bridge
Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for being responsible for his wife Kimberly's death, in the first case of its kind in Scotland.

500 Irish petrol stations could have no fuel 'by the end of the day'
Travel across parts of the Republic of Ireland has been affected for the fourth day in a row on Friday as vehicles, including tractors, block roads.

Trump has handed JD Vance his most difficult mission yet
As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.

The five big sticking points in US-Iran talks
Peace talks between the US and Iran are due to begin in Pakistan on Saturday.

EU airline industry warns of fuel shortages if Strait of Hormuz stays closed
The trade body for European airports said if the Strait of Hormuz did not open in the next three weeks, there could be shortages.

Is the Trump-Starmer bromance over?
The disintegration of the pair's friendship has benefits - and the PM is getting steadily more comfortable at taking advantage.

Tankers urged not to pay toll to Iran for use of strait
Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

The high-stakes diplomacy that led to Pakistan hosting US-Iran peace talks
Critical minerals, cryptocurrency, and CIA co-operation - how Asim Munir, Trump’s “favourite field marshal”, may have pulled off the diplomatic coup of the century.

Your guide to the UK's music festival season for summer 2026
Glastonbury is having a fallow year but there are huge line-ups at many other festivals this year - and something different if you fancy that too.

I got a £10,000 loan for my nursing degree. Now they say it's an error and I have to pay it back
Students and graduates have described their shock at being told they were not eligible for the loans they received.

Sun shines on Grand National Ladies Day
Racegoers put their spring trends on show on one of the best days for fashion at Aintree.

This idyllic US town was full of police families - and a serial killer in their midst
For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies that washed up on the shores of Gilgo Beach.

The Papers: 'Harry sued' and Vance warns Iran 'don't try to play us'
News of the Duke of Sussex being sued for defamation by a charity he co-founded dominates several of Saturday's front pages.

The parents using play to stop children getting 'trapped' by screens
Researchers say more speech and interaction around children can aid the development of young brains.

Hundreds contact BBC about mystery skin condition 'hell' - but doctors can't agree it exists
Some think it's a severe case of eczema. Others say it's a condition called TSW. But doctors are stuck in a dilemma.

He lives on through his work - 16 incredible photos from late Planet Earth cameraman
Allan working alongside Sir David Attenborough on BBC documentaries including The Blue Planet, Planet Earth and frozen Planet.

Mandelson faces £300 fine for urinating in street
Lord Peter Mandelson is set to be fined for public urination but the council cannot find an address.

EU fingerprint and photo travel rules come into force
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.

Dancer with MND performs on stage again through digital avatar
Breanna Olson said brainwave tech was able to re-establish the expression and connection she felt had gone.

LeBron and Bronny James record first son-to-father assist in NBA history
Bronny James passes to parent LeBron for the first son-to-father assist in NBA history as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors.