Local Wisconsin News

Madison’s Exact Sciences acquired by Abbott for $21 billion
Exact Sciences has been a leader for its early cancer detection tests, like Cologuard and Oncotype DX.

Wisconsin Winter Weather Guide
How you can stay safe during winter weather season in Wisconsin.

Packers' defensive backs know they can't afford to let INTs keep eluding their grasp
With a young quarterback up next on their schedule, the Packers are hoping to make the most of their opportunities for a turnover.

Deer season spikes business at Wisconsin meat processors
Hunters harvested about 190,000 deer during the gun hunt in 2024.

Attendance falsifications, WIAA violations lead to termination of Green Bay East football coach Niko Sila
The Green Bay school board voted 5-2 to accept the district’s recommendation to terminate East High School Coach Kominiko "Niko" Sila, on Wednesday.

Great weekend to get outdoors
We'll see sunshine with highs a little above average.

Thursday's forecast is brought to you by the color gray
Starting off Thursday foggy, ending it cloudy with drizzle.

Tommy Thompson remembers Dick Cheney as ‘true patriot’
The two men met in 1966 and remained close through the George W. Bush era.

Bucks face a challenging stretch as they play without injured Giannis Antetokounmpo
Any extended absence for Antetokounmpo represents a major obstacle for a team already slumping, with three losses in its last four games.

Thanksgiving dinner will cost Wisconsinites 6.7% more this year
It'll cost $61.84 to make a full Thanksgiving meal for 10 people this year, according to the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation.

'I feel like he's just got better and better': Jacobs' understudy Wilson ready to play
Wilson scored a touchdown last Sunday after Jacobs left. Wilson rushed for 502 yards last season, so he's gained the confidence of the team.

Milwaukee mayor vetoes fire department’s $8 million budget amendment
The Milwaukee Fire Department had been looking for more money to replace its aging fleet.

Assembly Democrats and Republicans differ over school consolidation bills
Declining enrollment is among the reasons for a bill that would provide more state aid for consolidated school districts.

‘His refusal to bring this bill to the floor is pathetic’: Republicans thwart Democrats’ effort to force a vote on postpartum Medicaid extension
On what was likely the last day of session this year, Democrats tried to use a maneuver to bypass Republican leaders and force a vote on the bill.

Poll: Voters more likely to back Democratic candidates than Republicans in 2026 congressional elections
The poll was conducted after the November elections, between Nov. 5-12.

MLB's new media deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix total $800M annually
Commissioner Rob Manfred also was able to maximize rights for the Home Run Derby and Wild Card Series

Scholar Athlete: Hannah Frahm
One Lake Country Lutheran High School senior proves you can do it all, and excel.

PHOTOS: 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' rings in the holidays in Milwaukee
"How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" runs at the Marcus Center from Nov. 25 to Nov. 30.

Wisconsin archaeologists identify 16 ancient canoes in a prehistoric lake 'parking lot'
Tamara Thomsen, the state's maritime archaeologist, said that the site lies near a network of what were once indigenous trails.

Evers orders flags to half-staff for 4th anniversary of Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy
Gov. Tony Evers made the declaration on Wednesday ahead of the anniversary on Friday, Nov. 21.

World News

Lockdown could have been avoided and other key findings from Covid inquiry
The long-awaited report is published into how well or badly the government handled the Covid pandemic.

Zelensky to speak with Trump after US proposes Russia-Ukraine peace plan
The plan was reportedly drafted by US and Russian officials, without Ukraine's involvement.

Some migrants to face 20 year wait for settled status
Shabana Mahmood says becoming part of the UK is "not a right but a privilege – and one that must be earned".

Ice warnings spread across parts of UK gripped by cold snap
New ice warnings were issued in Scotland, England and Wales for Friday, with the coldest night of the week expected on Thursday.

How bravery of two women led to 'monster' Met officer's conviction for more sex crimes
David Carrick is already serving life in prison, but he now faces a further sentence.

Stone Roses and Primal Scream bassist Mani dies at 63
Gary Mounfield's playing was an integral part of the Stone Roses' sound, and he was in Primal Scream for 15 years.

COP30 climate talks evacuated after fire breaks out
Thousands of people are attending the UN climate talks in Brazil.

US broadcast regulator writes to BBC over Panorama edit of Trump speech
The letter is reportedly also sent to the BBC's US partners, and seeks to find out if any US rules were broken.

Trans people could be barred from services based on appearance
The new code of practice on access to single-sex services cannot gain legal force until it gets sign-off from ministers.

Wales host Bosnia and NI visit Italy in World Cup play-offs
Wales will host Bosnia-Herzegovina and Northern Ireland travel to Italy in the World Cup play-off semi-finals.

The private notes and secret documents that tell the inside story of the UK's Covid response
The Covid inquiry is set to publish its second set of findings looking in detail at the huge political decisions that had to be made in 2020.

Is trying too hard at work actually holding you back?
Perfectionism looks good on paper, but its consequences might be the very thing keeping you stuck.

Princely handshake with Paddington - and other best pictures from Royal Variety Performance
The royals shake hands with Paddington and discuss marmalade sandwiches backstage.

The real fallout after the ousting of Labour from a super safe seat in Wales
Now Labour faces its toughest task yet in Wales - convincing voters to keep believing, ahead of the 2026 Senedd election

A Russian spy ship has appeared near Britain's shores - how worried are defence chiefs?
The movements of the Yantar is a worry for Britain's defence chiefs and provocative.

Why an AI 'godfather' is quitting Meta after 12 years
One of the pioneers in the current AI boom, he has had disagreements with fellow engineers over the future of the technology.

When will the Epstein files be released and will they be redacted?
The House passed - and the Senate agreed to pass - a bill forcing the release of Epstein files, but legal hurdles remain.

Teachers in Scotland could work flexible four-day week in class under new plans
Two teaching unions are holding strike ballots over how long teachers should spend in the classroom.

Burnham refuses to rule out challenging Starmer for leadership
Burnham says he is focused on his current role as Manchester mayor but could not say what the future holds.

Channel Tunnel says UK investment 'non-viable' as it halts projects
The company claims "unsustainable" levels of taxation has made any future investments "non-viable".

Woman who drove round bend at 85mph admits killing three men
Connor Page, Lewis Soden and Reece Williams were all killed in the crash outside the village of Dunmore near Falkirk last year.

Almost one million young people still not in work or education, figures show
Whilst the figure has dropped slightly, it still equates to one-in-eight young people in the UK, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Children in Need chair resigns weeks into the role after crash conviction
Terence Duddy has been replaced as chair of BBC Children in Need after he drove into a cyclist.

Settlement reached after baby choked on pasta at nursery
Oliver's parents are glad to have reached a settlement with Jelly Beans Day Nursery in Ashford.

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The Google Boss And The Massive AI Gamble
Google boss gives BBC a warning about the economic risks of the AI bubble.

Beyond Ultra-Processed Foods: Can Farmers Fix Our Health and the Planet?
James Rebanks on how to build a secure, sustainable and healthy food system.

'I made mistakes on TV, he made his on a field' - Panesar responds to Smith
Former England spinner Monty Panesar responds to Steve Smith's recent swipe by saying he made his mistakes "on a quiz show", while the stand-in Australia captain "made his on a cricket field".

Some people 'not ready for black superstar' like Bellingham - Wright
Former England striker Ian Wright does not think some people are "ready for a black superstar" following the media treatment of Jude Bellingham.

'The Ashes is here - now is the time for heroes'
The Ashes is almost here - now is the time for English cricketing heroes, writes Stephan Shemilt.

Paramount to show Champions League games in UK from 2027
Champions League matches in the UK will be shown by Paramount from 2027 after the US company wins the broadcast rights for the tournament.

Should Townsend continue or is it time for change?
After frustrating defeats to New Zealand and Argentina, Tom English suggests it is time Scotland considered replacing long-serving head coach Gregor Townsend.