Local Wisconsin News

City of Mauston bucks underrepresentation trend for women in politics
Only 27% of elected offices statewide were held by women in Wisconsin last year, according to a report by the Wisconsin Women’s Council.

Chilly start then windy, warmer Saturday
Highs will reach the 40s and 50s for most.

Leaders, community members show support to TSA workers
TSA workers have gone without pay for weeks.

Chinese EV battery part maker brings American headquarters to Mount Pleasant
A major player in the electric vehicle battery manufacturing industry is bringing its American headquarters to Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin.

What's with the markets? Marquette professor breaks it down
Dow tumbled almost 800 points lower on Friday.

MMSD teacher arrested, charged after inappropriate relationship with student
The teacher served at both Vel Phillips Memorial High School and Toki Middle School, according to the district.

Surplus spending talks appear to be moving slowly among Wisconsin leaders
Republican leaders, the governor, and his fellow democrats are all trying to come to some sort of consensus on property tax relief and school funding.

Examining social media addiction in kids and teens
Keeping kids and teens off social media is increasingly difficult for parents.

Fire departments switch to foam made from soybeans
It’s made using protein from soybeans, making it 100% biodegradable and non-toxic.

Milwaukee Film unveils 2026 film festival lineup, starting with a nod to Bob Uecker
This year's festival runs from April 16-30 and kicks off with the premiere of the "Ueck" documentary.

American aviation marks milestones for nation's 250th anniversary
EAA is celebrating America 250 at it’s annual fly-in convention in July.

'I have hope': Milwaukee tenants speak out after lawsuits filed against landlord
Nonprofit Common Ground and Milwaukee's City Attorney report that owner David Tomblin owns more than 200 properties, with more than 400 units.

Ending the stigma: Kenosha County program focuses on mental health for law enforcement
The new officer wellness program helps law enforcement get regular counseling with a clinical social worker.

Spring-like temperatures return for the weekend
Highs will be seasonal Saturday, above average by Sunday.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, Bunny Brunch, Roar Off The Shore Brewfest
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

MKE Air Cargo Center near completion, expected to open this fall
A new air cargo facility at Milwaukee’s Mitchell International Airport is advancing and to be completed by fall.

Brewers kick off season at Am Fam Field for first time since 2021
Follow along as we talk to fans and get the inside scoop on the festivities.

Jacob Misiorowski strikes out 11 in five innings as Brewers wear out the White Sox 14-2
Bauers started in left field in place of Jackson Chourio, who went on the injured list Thursday with a fractured left hand.

Republican willing to scrap two-week recess to fund DHS
Rep. Tony Wied, R-Green Bay, says lawmakers shouldn’t go home until they figure it out.

MLB Opening Day weather extremes
From the bitter cold to heavy snow, MLB opening day games have been postponed because of extreme weather over the years.

World News

Iran-backed Houthis join war with attack against Israel
There are fears the Iranian proxy may attack shipping in the Red Sea, adding to global economic woes.

Agent begged Epstein to have sex with model, emails show
Ramsey Elkholy introduced the financier to women as young as 18 in correspondence over almost a decade.

Another car crash and another arrest - what now for Tiger Woods?
BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter assesses where Tiger Woods' latest arrest leaves his legacy.

'I was naive,' says minister who quit over Labour Together claims
Josh Simons resigned after facing claims a think tank he used to run commissioned a report into journalists' backgrounds.

Drone footage shows huge fire engulf historic mill
The former silk mill has been derelict since 2007 and has attracted anti-social behaviour.

Where have weekend jobs for teenagers gone?
Youth unemployment and minimum wage increases are causing teens to be squeezed out of job market.

Noah Wyle is back in A&E with new drama The Pitt: 'I hope people watch with empathy'
The former ER star is back playing a physician with PTSD in a new US medical drama.

Tiramisu hot cross buns, doughnut eggs: Have Easter treats gone too far?
With the cost of living rising, shoppers give us their thoughts about the new versions of the Easter classics.

Parkinson's drugs warnings review after some patients 'misled' over impulsive side effects
Warnings for dopamine agonist drugs are to be reviewed after BBC identified an error in patient leaflets.

I escaped North Korea with my mum. Now I'm terrified she might be sent back
Geumseong survived a dangerous journey to South Korea, but his mother is stuck in a Chinese prison and may be forcibly repatriated.

'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial
The landmark decision in an LA court may go beyond immediate impacts on defendants Meta and YouTube.

Tears and defiance as Lebanese family bury child, 11, killed in Israeli strike
Jawad Younes and his uncle Ragheb were laid to rest on Saturday after their family compound was hit a day earlier.

Iran war splits older and younger conservatives - as pressure builds for Trump to find exit ramp
More than a thousand miles from Washington, the conflict was a dominant topic of conversation at CPAC.

Potential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economy
The Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher.

How Trump and the oil markets move in sync: Five changes in charts
Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump's comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive?

Video shows US missile likely used in deadly strike on Iranian town, experts say
The analysts identified a Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) in footage of the strike on the southern town of Lamerd.

Thousands gather for anti far-right march in London
Organisers of the Together Alliance march say 500,000 people attended but a police estimate put the figure closer to 50,000.

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular arrested on battery charge
Peters is accused of instigating a fight between two women and then posting a video of it online, authorities say.

Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens
Retail and dining premises will have to shut by 21:00 each night for the next month to conserve power.

Mary Rand - the Olympic champion who blazed a trail for female athletes
Mary Rand, the first British woman to win athletics gold at the Olympics, was described as "Marilyn Monroe on spikes".

Four held in murder inquiry after death of young woman found in street
Police say a young woman was found unconscious on Kennerleigh Avenue in Leeds on Saturday.

When and why the clocks go forward
Lighter evenings are incoming. The clocks go forward on Sunday marking a big step towards warmer months and longer days.

Twenty-two migrants die off Greek coast after six days at sea
Poor weather and a lack of food and water contributed to the deaths, the Greek coastguard says.

Senegal parade Afcon trophy despite title controversy
Senegal parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before Saturday's friendly match against Peru in Paris - despite being stripped of the title earlier this month.

Gaza peace doubts deepen as attention shifts to Iran
With the world focused on the Iran war, there is increasing uncertainty about what happens next for Gaza. 

Fresh delay for new EU border checks at Dover
The new system was due to be fully implemented at the Eurotunnel and Port of Dover on 10 April.

No new meningitis cases in a week - but the threat might not be over
The worst seems to be over, but questions remain about why this happened and whether it could happen again.

Major Scottish gangland figure Steven Lyons arrested in Bali
It comes after police in Scotland and Spain carried out a series of simultaneous pre-dawn raids on Friday.

'Breaking my ankle led me to fashion career'
A Manchester fashion student set up fashion label Recondition combining accessibility and style.

Book dubbed 'the work of angels' may have been made in the Highlands
Mystery surrounds the origins of the 1,200-year-old, intricately decorated Book of Kells.

Villagers vexed by sauvignon blanc fly-tipper
Picturesque villages in the Yorkshire Wolds have been blighted by bags full of bottles for months.

Returning ospreys avoid last season's love drama
CJ7 returned last year to find male 022 had spent a few days in the nest with a new female.