Local Wisconsin News

New state laws for ATV/UTV riders start June 1
It comes as fatal ATV/UTV crashes reached near-record levels last year.

The cheesehead hat is a sunny nod to America's 'Hold my beer' exuberance
The hat was created in the late 1980s in response to the taunting faced by supporters of sports teams in Wisconsin.

Packers hold Organized Team Activities while keeping an eye on injuries
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Micah Parsons is doing well in his return from an ACL injury.

Milwaukee School Board approves $1.6 billion budget
The Milwaukee School Board approved a $1.6 billion budget for the upcoming school year Thursday night.

Clean Wisconsin report says farmers are key in reducing carbon emissions
Wisconsin aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2030.

Fantastic final weekend of May
Sunshine and dry weather extend through the weekend.

I've got sunshine on the mind
Seeing lots of sunshine Friday with summer-like highs.

Circus World celebrates America’s 250th under the big top
Circus World launching patriotic “Jubilee 250!” performances honoring America’s upcoming 250th birthday.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Pickleball tournament, BBQ festival, stand-up paddleboarding
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Shaka Smart is a program builder at Marquette. But he says it's time to dig into the transfer portal
Smart didn't add any Division I transfers for a four-year stretch. Now he expects to add them every offseason.

More than 800 SSM Health St. Mary’s nurses seek to unionize
Nurses at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison say staffing shortages, burnout and workplace pressure pushed them to organize.

Sojourner Family Peace Center marks 10 years of helping domestic violence victims
Lynn Maurie is one of the more than 9,000 people who’ve received help at the Sojourner Family Peace Center. She tells her story.

Wisconsin congressional delegation sends letter urging Trump for FEMA funding
The letter was signed by seven members of Wisconsin’s congressional delegation, excluding Sen. Ron Johnson.

Madison DoorDash driver lobbies for portable benefits in Washington
That would allow companies to provide independent contractors with benefits.

Report: Over 10% of Wisconsinites skipped a necessary doctor visit in 2024 due to rising costs
The 2025 State Health Assessment report walks through the top barriers Wisconsin residents say prevented them from best possible health.

Teacher’s hidden talent saves middle school from swarm of bees
Sturgeon Bay Schools said the “unexpected discovery” could’ve become dangerous for students and staff. Instead, it turned into a sweet story.

'Outrageous': Food delivery drivers struggle with extended elevated gas prices
“Because like, you’re working to make the money, then you got to spend it right away. The gas prices are outrageous,” doordasher Tony Robertson said.

MPS School Board set to vote on 2026-2027 budget
The proposed budget comes as the district looks to address a $46 million deficit from past years.

'I feel like I’m in denial': Magee Elementary School closes its doors
The Kettle Moraine School District will close Magee Elementary School for good Thursday.

Milwaukee Police Department is cracking down on street takeovers
This past weekend, MPD said three people were arrested in connection with street takeovers.

World News

'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides
Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain.

Nato and EU condemn Russia after drone hits Romanian residential block
Romania says the Russian drone was likely hit over Ukraine by its air defences and altered its trajectory.

Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans
Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.

Child among three dead in tower block fall
A man, a woman and a child were pronounced dead at the scene in Elephant and Castle.

Trump holding meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran deal
The US president says he is meeting his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.

Sturgeon wishes she had not kept Murrell on as SNP chief executive
The former first minister says she didn't think it was fair that Murrell - who embezzled more than £400,000 from the SNP - should lose his job when she became SNP leader.

Two jailed over fatal 130mph crash in 30 zone
The pair filmed themselves inhaling from a balloon, running red lights and weaving through traffic.

One in four first class letters delivered late
Royal Mail says its service is improving and that it is on track to hit the regulator Ofcom's reduced targets

Top UK chefs call for cutting VAT for pubs and restaurants to 10%
Tom Kerridge, Yotam Ottolenghi, Ravneet Gill and Simon Rogan told BBC Newsnight VAT should be halved to ease mounting pressure on the hospitality industry.

No second retrial for men accused of airport brawl
Muhammad Amaad and Mohammed Fahir Amaaz denied assaulting a Greater Manchester Police officer in 2024.

Badenoch tells Blair not to waste his time calling for Labour to change
The Tory leader sends an open letter to former Labour PM Sir Tony Blair following his critique of the government.

The yellowy maze of an abandoned office block brings terror to Hollywood
YouTuber Kane Parsons' eerie YouTube series has been adapted for a film called Backrooms.

'Choreographers are the new DJs': The art of the viral dance routine
Videos of fans copying the moves to hits from artists like Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress are going viral.

Watch: AI versions of Churchill, Kahlo and Gandhi on Question Time
An unusual start to the programme, which this week debates concerns around artificial intelligence.

I spent most of career in pain because of degenerative condition, says Nadal
Rafael Nadal had one of the greatest tennis careers the game has ever seen. He also spent nearly all of it in pain.

Weekly quiz: Which tennis star dazzled the French Open with an 'Eiffel Tower' dress?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Greek national charged with assisting 'Iran spies'
The Metropolitan Police said the allegations relate to the targeting of a UK-based journalist working for Iran International.

US judge halts Trump's $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund
In a two-page order on Friday, the judge barred the justice department from taking any steps to stand up or operate the fund.

Boy, 17, found dead in Pick Mere was 'full of light'
David Tita Jr, 17, died after getting into the water at Pick Mere in Cheshire.

Mum and son jailed for ramming driver after 13-mile chase
Hollie Dance is the mother of Archie Battersbee, whose death attracted global headlines in 2022.

Sea Life penguins kept in basement to get better home with daylight
The aquarium's owner will also stop breeding gentoo penguins at its London and Birmingham sites.

Coroner hopes inquest will 'stop speculation' over deaths of sisters in sea off Brighton
Jane Adetoro, Christina Walters, and Rebecca Walters died off Brighton beach on May 13.

'Golf ball-sized' hailstones damage roofs and cars
Residents in Melksham and the surrounding areas are counting the cost after a sudden "rare" hailstorm.

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By-Electioncast: Old Tweets and New Essays
The latest from the Makerfield by-election

Are the Democrats ready to win in Texas?
The Senate race in Texas could determine which party controls Congress.

Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson star in a heart-warming tale
WWII veteran Bernard sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary of D-Day

A powerful film about the rise and tragic fall of a wrestling family
Based on a true story of brothers who made history in the world of professional wrestling.

Mourinho signs three-year deal to return as Real Madrid boss
Jose Mourinho signs a three-year deal to become Real Madrid head coach for a second time.

Every VAR error: How Arsenal escaped red cards and penalties
Arsenal and Chelsea were the biggest beneficiaries of video assistant referee and on-field errors this season.

Champions League final still not free to air despite pressure
Fans will need a subscription to watch the Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG after TNT Sports decides against making the match free to air.

French Open to take action against Vallejo for 'sexist' remarks
Adolfo Daniel Vallejo is criticised for saying his French Open second-round match should not have been umpired by a woman.