Local Wisconsin News

Deer harvest, hunters decline slightly in 2025 gun deer season
Deer harvested fell 0.8% statewide, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Wisconsin Congressman defends second boat strike in Caribbean
Rep. Derrick Van Orden sits on the House Armed Services Committee, and the top lawmakers on that Committee vowed to take bipartisan action.

Winter weather keeps repair shops busy and tow trucks even busier
Riverside Automotive said its winter preparations began in September.

‘We're not going to be able to solve gun violence by ourselves’: Focused Interruption awarded $100k grant for prevention efforts
The Everytown Community Safety Fund has invested in more than a dozen community violence intervention programs in cities across the country.

Another round of light snow arrives tonight
Most places will pick up less than an inch of new snow.

Wisconsin charities cautiously optimistic during Giving Tuesday
Charities statewide rely on what's become a big donation day.

Wisconsin school safety tip line sees 30% increase in use during 2024-25 school year
In the 2024-25 school year, the tip line got over 6,946 tips, with bullying being the most commonly reported.

Northeast Wisconsin nonprofits struggle with rising demand while facing funding reductions, survey shows
It showed that more than 70% saw a rise in demand for their services this year.

Teen charged in kidnapping case that prompted Amber Alert in July
The teen faces four charges, including one count of kidnapping and one count of taking hostages.

Hugh Jackman to serve up special flavor of custard at Kopp’s
He'll be at the Greenfield location of the custard joint on Dec. 2, ahead of the Milwaukee premiere of "Song Sung Blue," in which he stars.

1 woman dead, child injured in Raymond house fire
Raymond Fire & Rescue Department said it was sent out to the fire near 2085 108th Street at 2:52 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1.

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Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes enters race for Wisconsin governor
In a campaign launch video, Barnes promised to stand up to President Donald Trump’s “chaos” and make life more affordable for Wisconsinites.

Packers lose defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt for rest of season with ankle injury
Wyatt’s injury comes as the Packers prepare to close a stretch of three straight games against NFC North opponents

Pouring with a purpose: Wisconsin priest’s 'Holy Spirits Wine' raises funds for homeless veterans
Fr. Roscioli is pouring his profits into something he’s passionate about and believes sometimes the best kind of spirit is one that gives back.

UW-Oshkosh students seek to raise awareness about the impact of road salt overuse
They formed the Road Salt Research group to investigate the impacts of salt at the beginning of the semester.

Wisconsin fire departments facing years-long waits for new fire trucks
A nationwide fire truck shortage is leaving departments across the country waiting years for new trucks and equipment.

Red flags to watch for on Giving Tuesday in Wisconsin
Ahead of Giving Tuesday, Wisconsin's DATCP put out a series of warnings and reminders Monday.

Brown County homeless shelter prep for frigid temperatures
Nearly 560 people experience homelessness every night in Brown County, per St. John’s Ministries.

Community grieves after deadly Kenosha apartment fire that killed three children
Officials are waiting for autopsy results before releasing new information, including whether smoke detectors were working inside the unit.

World News

Ukrainians in war-ravaged Donbas weigh prospects of peace deal
While many Ukrainians believe they have sacrificed too much for their country to lose territory to Russia, others are desperate for the war to end.

'We will never get justice,' say Hillsborough families as report finds fundamental police failures
A report finds 12 ex-police officers would have faced gross misconduct cases over the disaster under today's laws.

Jury trials scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years
The reforms are being brought in to tackle unprecedented delays in the Crown Court.

Quarter of police forces lack basic policies on sexual offences, Sarah Everard inquiry finds
The report, four years after the 33-year-old's murder, says urgent action is needed to prevent violent, sexual attacks against women.

Catherine sends Christmas message of love in 'uncertain times'
The Princess of Wales hails the importance of "time, care and compassion" given to others, ahead of her carol concert.

Trans girls can no longer join Girlguiding, organisation says
Girlguiding says the move is in response to the Supreme Court ruling that said sex meant biological sex in equality law.

Holly Willoughby fined £1,600 for careless driving
The TV presenter drove her Mini Cooper without due care and attention near her home in Richmond.

National Guard shooting suspect charged with murder
According to a criminal complaint, Rahmanullah Lakanwal shouted "Allahu Akbar" as he fired and was reloading when a Guard member shot him.

Cost of unregistered children's care homes a national scandal, says Ofsted
The Children's Homes Association says there is no clear national plan and government must 'fix the system'.

Chinese mega embassy could bring security advantages, says No 10
Some believe China's mega-embassy could be a hub for espionage in the heart of London.

Andrew won't get any money back after Royal Lodge move
MPs announce an inquiry into the Crown Estate and its properties after Andrew's departure from Windsor.

Why is Trump threatening Venezuela's Maduro?
We look at what is behind the deployment of a large US military force to within striking distance of Venezuela.

Cyclone catastrophe in Sri Lanka awakens volunteer spirit
Fishing boats deliver relief supplies to flooded suburbs as community kitchens churn out food aid.

Scotland qualifying for the World Cup put me in hospital
The BBC's entertainment correspondent Colin Paterson needed surgery after a mishap ahead of Scotland's World Cup qualifying game.

Our teen daughter died from meningitis - we didn't know a booster jab would have saved her
Meg Draper was enjoying the social side of student life - within weeks she had died from meningitis.

'A fearless hero for hapless England' - Former batter Robin Smith dies aged 62
Robin Smith, who has died at the age of 62, was a fearless hero in a struggling England team, but had to battle his own demons after retiring from cricket.

'Hung by my wrists and beaten': Israeli-Russian woman says Iraqi militants tortured her in captivity
Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was freed in September, tells the BBC that her two years in captivity left her physically and mentally scarred.

How to decorate your Christmas tree to create joy
When you should put the tree up and how whether it's real or fake should change how you decorate it.

Reeves speech did not mislead on challenges facing UK ahead of Budget, says OBR official
Prof David Miles tells MPs the messaging given by the chancellor was "not inconsistent" with the situation she faced.

Franklin the Turtle and Sabrina Carpenter in tiff with Trump administration
Trump administration officials used Carpenter's song and Franklin the Turtle's image in social media posts about deportation and killing drug traffickers.

Presenter Woods 'OK' after collapsing on TV
Presenter Laura Woods says she is "OK" after collapsing while leading television coverage of England's friendly against Ghana on Tuesday.

Rare Fabergé egg fetches record £22.9m at London auction
The Imperial Winter Egg with 4,500 diamonds was commissioned by Russia's Tsar Nicholas II in 1913.

Watch: James Bond-style Aston Martin now worth £1m after being left to rust on drive
The car - made famous by James Bond became so dilapidated local children played on it - has been restored and is now worth £1m.

Army fixing 6,000 support trucks grounded over safety issues
Defence Minister Luke Pollard tells MPs fixing safety issues when they are reported is standard practice.

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The Jury’s (Kind Of) Out
Jury trials scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years.

Americanswers… On 5 Live! Why has the US been accused of war crimes off the Venezuelan coast?
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has called the claims “fake news”

Preview Julia Donaldson's joyful tale of love
Two devoted scarecrows plan the perfect wedding – until a rival threatens everything

Ridley Scott's masterful epic of betrayal and vengeance
Maximus Decimus Meridius, favoured general of the Roman emperor, is betrayed and enslaved.

Your first look at Guz Khan's new comedy, landing this Christmas
The Farooqi family have a chaotic Christmas in Lapland after a surprise bonus for Dad.

'As if she won Champions League' - Kendall's special night for England
Lucia Kendall's night could not have felt more special and England boss Sarina Wiegman said her goal celebration was "like winning the Champions League".

Hadjar promoted and British teenager Lindblad gets F1 drive
Red Bull will promote Isack Hadjar to their senior team and hand Briton Arvid Lindblad, 18, a debut Formula 1 season in 2026.