Local Wisconsin News

Wisconsin farmer earns award for conserving natural resources on his land
A Lafayette County farmer, who continued the conservation practices of his father, is being honored for his efforts.

Immigrant who allegedly dodged ICE with Wisconsin judge's help has been deported
Federal agents had gone to the courthouse to arrest him as he appeared for a hearing in a state battery case.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee's Davis Club has fully renovated gym floor
Damage to the floor following the floods in August had resulted in the gymnasium being a safety risk.

Excavation crew ruptures main natural gas line, causing explosion in Sheboygan County
SCSO said one member of the excavating crew was transported from the scene to get treatment for unknown injuries.

Vaccinations in Wisconsin appear to ramp up before Thanksgiving
UW Health offers drive-thru clinic daily.

'A Cherry Pie Christmas' rom-com highlights Door County's charm, local businesses
A small town holiday rom-com set in Wisconsin is heading to streaming screens this month.

'Selena y Los Dinos: A Family's Legacy' on Netflix honors the Queen of Tejano music
"Selena y Los Dinos: A Family's Legacy" starts streaming on Nov. 17 on Netflix.

Student dies after being shot 2 blocks from Milwaukee high school
MPD said a 17-year-old suspect was also taken to a hospital for treatment. That suspect was arrested, per MPD.

Police: 'Last Chance U' football coach John Beam dies after being shot on Oakland campus
A suspect has been arrested.

‘This is a no-brainer. I don't know why I have to fight so hard’: Wisconsin Assembly to vote on ‘Erin’s Law’ next week
The legislation would require public schools to take a preventative approach by teaching students to recognize, resist and report child sexual abuse.

If tax credit expires, thousands of Wisconsinites enrolled in the ACA could pay more for health insurance
Congress has not yet extended the pandemic-era tax credits that expire at the end of the year.

Clear and mild overnight, more warmth on Saturday
Highs on Saturday will be in the 50s and 60s for most.

Alex Warren returns to Summerfest as a headliner
Warren played at the world’s largest music festival in 2025, but this is the first time he’ll headline the festival.

High school student wins annual Wisconsin State Park and Forest pass design contest
Jaelyn Logterman, a graduated senior from Delavan-Darien High School, was inspired by her own adventures with her dog.

Wisconsin finds leaders for its rebuild in freshman linebackers Cooper Catalano and Mason Posa
Catalano and Posa have combined for 51 tackles and 3 1/2 sacks in the two games since they entered Wisconsin's starting lineup.

Study: Vehicle registration fees may soon be required for nearly half of all Wisconsinites
By the end of 2025, nearly half of all Wisconsinites will be required to pay a fee to their municipality or county to register their vehicle.

Your guide to holiday light displays across Wisconsin
From Milwaukee to La Crosse, check out these holiday light displays throughout the Badger State.

Whitefish Bay apartment project showcases suburban affordable housing
The Hampton is expected to be completed in May 2026.

Hunger Task Force launches Turkey Ticker Challenge to provide food to families in need
It’s an effort to make sure thousands of Milwaukee County families are fed during the holiday season.

Raking in data: Menomonee falls takes part in fall leaf study to see impacts on environment
A community of 100 homes is being studied in the village.

World News

Trump says he will take legal action against BBC after apology
The US president confirmed he intends to sue the broadcaster for at least $1bn over the Panorama edit of a 2021 speech.

UK set to limit refugees to temporary stays
Shabana Mahmood is expected to say the era of permanent protection for refugees is over, in major changes to the UK's asylum and immigration system.

What's behind Rachel Reeves's 'hokey cokey' on income tax rises?
The bond markets selling UK debt, which the chancellor had spent months courting, reacted badly to her change of heart on income tax rises

Record settler attacks in West Bank opening up rifts within Israel
More than 260 settler attacks in October resulted in Palestinians being injured or having property damaged, according to the UN.

US justice department investigates Epstein's alleged ties to Clinton and banks after Trump request
Democrats are accusing Trump of using the justice department to deflect from his previous relationship with Epstein.

More rain forecast for Saturday before cold snap hits UK
Flooding and downpours will be replaced by freezing temperatures and potentially snow showers in parts of the UK from Monday.

After 'insane drama' of pub quiz cheating scandal, can you get the questions right?
The weekly pub quiz at the Barking Dog in Urmston returns after a cheating team was rumbled.

Should Hitler's DNA have been studied – or just left alone?
Ground-breaking research has made some fascinating discoveries on the dictator, from his ancestry to possible neurological disorders.

Strangers mocked me in my wheelchair for 'tongue out' trend on TikTok. Nobody intervened
For a second time, I've faced disability harassment. Here's what I learned by reporting it.

The Aussie giving War & Peace a 'bogan' remake
Ander Louis has written a new version of Leo Tolstoy's classic Russian novel in Australian slang.

At 16, I was experimented on by the CIA and now I'm suing
Lana Ponting is part of a class-action lawsuit against the Canadian government for its alleged role in the MK-Ultra experiments.

The Papers: 'Panic at No 10' and investors 'lose faith' in Budget
Signs that the chancellor has backtracked on plans to raise income tax dominate Saturday's newspapers.

Alan Carr's Traitors gift moved my mum to tears
The comedian donated his winnings to Neuroblastoma UK, which was set up by a Lincolnshire couple.

From florist to drone maker: How the weapon became so mainstream
With drones centre stage in Ukraine, military firms around the globe are ramping up their production.

Our third date was a visit to the fertility clinic
Dating with endometriosis means unsexy topics must be discussed, says a health advocate.

Pakistan's army has always been influential - now its chief has new powers
Critics say the move, which entrenches the military's hold on power, paves the way toward autocracy.

What is the two-child benefit cap and how could it change?
Since 2017, some benefits have been limited when parents have a third child or more, so how does it work?

Children in Need 2025 raises more than £45m
The show included appearances from Lewis Capaldi and stars of Strictly Come Dancing, The Apprentice and Gladiators.

Trump rolls back tariffs on dozens of food products
The executive order allowing products like coffee and bananas to escape tariffs comes as the Trump administration faces mounting pressure over rising prices.

His football skills were showcased on YouTube. Now he plays in the Premier League
The French-born footballer did not have an easy run on his way to the top, with numerous clubs rejecting him.

Rare orchid brought back from brink of extinction
Cambridge University Botanic Garden and partners have been working to successfully reintroduce the species.

Sabrina Carpenter to lead musical Alice in Wonderland film
It will be the first time the US pop star will lead a major studio movie.

Boy learns to walk again after life-saving brain tumour surgery
Chace, 11, from Warwickshire, has been supported by Shine a Light, a childhood cancer charity.

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How to limit the power of big tech
The deputy PM turned Meta executive on the influence of tech bosses like Mark Zuckerberg.

Are cracks showing inside Trump’s MAGA movement?
The growing questions from Republicans on how Trump is running the country

The engrossing biopic of a Hollywood icon's early years
Based on a true story, starring Toby Jones, Lesley Manville and Harry Lawtey

Explore the manosphere with three young men's stories
James Blake enters the manosphere, joining men seeking status, wealth and relationships.

Scotland’s trailblazing girl bands ignored by the industry
The story of the Scottish girl bands who challenged a male-dominated industry.

Australia's Hazlewood out of first Ashes Test
Josh Hazlewood is ruled out of the first Ashes Test, leaving Australia's pace bowling seriously depleted for the series opener in Perth.

Eubank Jr v Benn 2 - big-fight predictions
Tony Bellew is backing the underdog, as the world of boxing gives their predictions for Chris Eubank Jr v Conor Benn 2.

Will Scotland's luck hold for biggest test of World Cup dream?
Scotland are ideally positioned to qualify for the World Cup finals, but Steve Clarke's side now face the hardest part of their journey, writes Tom English.