Local Wisconsin News

Sturgeon season brisk as fishing closes early on upriver lakes, Winnebago nearing cutoff
The last time the 16-day season ended early was in 2015.

Rain and thunder south, wintry mix north
Wintry weather returns to parts of the state through early Wednesday.

Former Packers president Mark Murphy to be inducted in Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame
The ceremony for the 76th anniversary awards will be held at the Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee on July 8.

Mae C. Jemison: The first African American woman in space
Jemison has been an inspiration her entire life.

Marquette graduate Emery Lehman wins silver medal in men's team pursuit speedskating race in Milan
This is Lehman's fourth Olympic Games and his second Olympic medal.

Only a handful of voters take to polls for February primary election
Not everyone will vote today. Here’s how you can find out if you do.

Boyfriend charged with homicide after Marinette woman found dead
Gabriella Cartagena went missing on Feb. 4 and was last seen leaving home for an errand with her boyfriend, Robert Chilcote.

From property tax relief to school funding, here are 3 things Gov. Tony Evers is likely to talk about during his final State of the State address
You can expect to hear the governor discuss the need to address the cost of living, which remains a top priority for him in 2026.

Port Washington data center opposers file petition to recall city's mayor
Organizers claim Mayor Ted Neitzke has not done enough to keep the community properly informed of the data center being built in the city.

African American environmental pioneers recognized during Black History Month
The 2026 African American Environmental Pioneer Awards was held Monday, Feb. 16.

Everyday Heroes: Group sends cancer-stricken families on memorable trips
Family and friends of Jess Haag keep her spirit alive by sharing two things she loved, family and adventure.

Ice caves open at Apostle Islands for first time in 10 years
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore said visitors can get updates about the caves being open or closed by 7:30 a.m. each day during the event.

No. 24 Wisconsin moves back into Top 25 by displaying a knack for beating Big Ten's best teams
The Badgers responded by becoming the first team this season to beat three top-10 teams.

'We've already taken significant steps': Green Bay School District facing up to $32M deficit
The lack of sufficient state funding, declining enrollment and increasing prices have the district fighting a continual funding battle.

'Same crap, different day': Gwen Moore comments on video depicting Obamas as apes
Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, also speaks on the SAVE America Act and Department of Homeland Security funding.

Jefferson County Administrator Michael Luckey talks economic prosperity in the ‘MadWaukee Corridor’
From foreign investments to new infrastructure and land acquisition, Jefferson County leaders have a long list of projects on the docket.

Judge upholds permits for Enbridge Line 5 reroute around reservation
Enbridge is planning a 41-mile reroute around the reservation’s southern border for the aging pipeline.

‘Kimberly Akimbo’ makes its Wisconsin debut this month
The story, set in the 1990s, follows a 16-year-old girl with a rare genetic disorder that “ages her four times faster than the average person."

3 Madison police officers injured during an arrest
Police were responding to a person throwing things of their balcony and hitting people and a bus below.

Jordan Stolz calmly looks ahead to trying to win a 3rd Olympic speedskating gold
Before Stolz competed in the 500 meters at the Milan Cortina Games, his coach found him laying down in the athletes’ lounge, not a care in the world.

World News

Police assessing Stansted Airport private flights over Epstein ties
Essex Police says it is assessing information in relation to private flights into and out of the airport.

Cabinet secretary frontrunner faced multiple bullying complaints
Claims emerge after the Cabinet Office said there was only one complaint about Antonia Romeo's conduct which was dismissed after an inquiry.

How Jesse Jackson paved way for Barack Obama - and helped change US
The US civil rights activist's influence spread from the churches of the Deep South to the White House.

'The search is soul-destroying': Young jobseekers on the struggle to find work
People aged between 16 and 24 are bearing the brunt of a weak employment market, figures show.

Dual nationals face scramble for British passports as new rules come into force
Entry requirements to the UK for dual nationals are being overhauled as part of sweeping changes to the immigration system.

Ros Atkins on...unanswered Andrew questions
The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the questions around the way Buckingham Palace has responded to the various accusations against the King's brother.

The fallout from Labour's local elections U-turn is not over yet
Keir Starmer and his team knew last week that delays to council elections would need to be reversed.

Shein under EU investigation over childlike sex dolls
Europe is examining whether the fast fashion giant breached the Digital Services Act.

Reform names Robert Jenrick as pick for chancellor
Leader Nigel Farage says Reform is "the voice of opposition" to Labour, as he unveils his new top team.

Nine arrested in France over death of far-right student
Quentin Deranque died on Saturday, two days after being beaten in Lyon by masked men believed to be far-left militants.

Teacher who lied about Cambridge degree banned
Regulatory panel says teacher's conduct fell "significantly short of the standards expected".

The 61-year-old Glaswegian whose ice rink moonwalk went viral
Mark Callan has gone viral for his on-ice antics. But who is he and how did he end up at the Winter Olympics?

Lindsey Vonn 'yet to stand' but returns home to US
Lindsey Vonn is home in the United States after four operations on the broken leg she sustained at the Winter Olympics - but is yet to stand up nine days after the crash.

USA's Meyers Taylor, 41, becomes oldest individual Olympic champion at a Winter Games
Elana Meyers Taylor made history by winning monobob gold to become the oldest individual athlete to become Winter Olympic champion, all while empowering mothers and female athletes.

Nine medals up for grabs - Wednesday's guide
What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

The man whose bad break-up gave Madonna her breakthrough hit Like A Virgin
Billy Steinberg, who has died at the age of 75, co-wrote Madonna's 1984 chart-topper Like a Virgin.

Jesse Jackson: A life in pictures
A look back at the remarkable life of the US civil rights activist, who died on Tuesday aged 84.

Adoption breakdown ended my career and relationship – we're told to get on with it
A mum says she has been physically attacked by her daughter and is reaching "breaking point".

Viral face depuffing tricks - skin experts reveal if they work
We look at three viral hacks to unpick fact from fiction - the effects are often at best, temporary, say experts.

How Reddit's human touch is fighting back against AI 'slop'
Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.

Why are some students claiming Covid compensation from universities?
Dozens of universities face legal action from students who say they missed out during the pandemic.

How dark web agent spotted bedroom wall clue to rescue girl from years of harm
Detectives desperate to locate a 12-year-old, seen abused online, found a surprising lead.

Cold health alert issued as temperatures fall across the UK
Yellow weather warnings will also come into force on Wednesday across parts of England and much of Wales.

Iran says 'guiding principles' agreed with US at nuclear talks
Tehran also says more work is needed to get a deal - the US is yet to comment on the issue.

Patients describe 'culture of abuse' as 15 hospital staff arrested
Patients and their relatives say there is a culture of abuse at a mental health hospital.

Ex-Mail reporter denies making payments for Lawrence information
Stephen Wright was giving evidence at the privacy case brought by the mother of the murdered teenager and others against the newspaper's publisher.

Shop owners in Northern Ireland fear violence after paramilitaries demand protection money
One business owner says she was approached by paramilitaries before her new shop even opened.

Singer and YouTuber who makes music with Furbys and Game Boys picked for UK at Eurovision
Synth artist Look Mum No Computer is described as "a bold and brave choice" to represent the UK.

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Is There A Gen Z Jobs Crisis?
Youth unemployment hits a more than 10 year high.

Will the US Supreme Court stand up to Trump?
Or will the court expand the US president’s power?

GB curlers on brink of early exit after Canada defeat
Team GB's Winter Olympics curling medal hopes are now in serious jeopardy after Bruce Mouat's world champions were beaten 9-5 by Canada in Cortina.