Local Wisconsin News

Meet the only woman on staff fixing Milwaukee County buses
Sharieka Thomas is the first and only woman participating in an 18-month apprenticeship program for bus mechanics.

Bus driver charged in crash that injured 41 people in Green Bay
The crash happened last Sunday as the bus was exiting off of I-43.

Summer in the stands: Wisconsin teacher scores homerun of side gigs with Brewers
Chris Viste bounces from calculus to the concourse before she is off for the summer, and it all starts on Brewers’ Opening Day.

'It would be really a shame': Lake Country School at risk of shutting down if referendum fails
Lake Country School in Hartland, Wis., is at risk of shutting down if the $3.2 million operational referendum fails on April 7.

Kenosha County to conduct housing study to assess need, growth opportunities
The study will address how to grow housing options in the county.

Spring-like temperatures return for the weekend
Highs will be seasonal Saturday, above average by Sunday.

Great outdoor weather Wednesday
Highs for much of the state return to the 60s.

'It's not sustainable': Wisconsin farmers worry about rising fertilizer, fuel prices ahead of growing season
The war in Iran has lead to sharp increases in fuel and fertilizer prices worldwide.

West Bend School Board votes to move forward with plans to consolidate high schools
With about 1,800 students, a combined West Bend high school would rank among the larger schools in Wisconsin.

Brewers add to their bullpen depth by acquiring Jake Woodford from Rays
Milwaukee made room for Woodford on its 40-man roster by transferring outfielder Akil Baddoo to the 60-day injured list.

Latest Marquette Law poll shows Wisconsin voters largely undecided in next month’s state Supreme Court election
Without last year’s enormous spending, both candidates appear to be struggling to break through to Wisconsin voters.

Once-paralyzed veteran seeks funding for the research that helped her walk again
Christina Baurichter recently traveled to Washington to ask lawmakers to boost funding for spinal cord injury research programs.

Snow removal from blizzard continues in Sturgeon Bay
City crews are still moving the remnants of 33 inches of snow in Sturgeon Bay.

‘I think everybody’s looking forward to the energy’: Brewers get ready for Opening Day 
Brewers manager Pat Murphy said he's ready to get the season started.

Early voting off and running in Wisconsin
In-person absentee voting began Tuesday, March 24.

Harley-Davidson makes global workforce layoffs
A company spokesperson did not share the number of people that were affected.

Leaders announce launch of new combined EMS district in Dane, Green counties
The “Sugar River Emergency Medical Services (EMS) District” will officially launch June 30.

Wisconsin woman’s run across the U.S. for MS inspires nonprofit and new book
Her mom’s battle is what inspired to run 3,288 miles over six months, which equals 125 consecutive marathons across America in 2010.

Bucks waive Cam Thomas and sign Pete Nance to multi-year contract
Nance entered Monday night’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers having averaged 4.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and 12.1 minutes in 37 games.

Brandon Woodruff avoids IL stint and will start Brewers' 5th game of the season
The two-time All-Star right-hander will start the Brewers' fifth game of the season season, March 31 against the Tampa Bay Rays.

World News

Hospital waited two days before raising alarm about meningitis outbreak, BBC learns
Experts say the wait was indefensible and possibly delayed identification of the outbreak.

Two men arrested over Jewish charity ambulance arson attacks
Four Hatzola ambulances were set ablaze in Golders Green, London, in the early hours of Monday.

Ex-justice minister admits possessing crystal meth and cannabis
Crispin Blunt was found with the chemical sedative GBL, cannabis, methamphetamine and crystal meth.

'I hugged armed man to stop him bombing hospital'
Nathan Newby, who used kindness to persuade the "lone-wolf terrorist" to abandon his plan, is being awarded the George Medal.

NHS dentistry is rotting. Will the plan to fix it work?
As patients struggle to find NHS dentists, Labour has a plan but not everybody is convinced it will work

First female Archbishop of Canterbury to be enthroned
The Prince and Princess of Wales will be part of the congregation at Canterbury Cathedral - alongside nurses and carers, reflecting the new archbishop's past career.

'He liked the fear in our eyes,' Epstein survivors tell BBC
In an interview with BBC Newsnight, five women abused by the disgraced financier describe the impact of their shared ordeal.

UK inflation rate stays at 3% before Iran war hits oil prices
The speed of price rises in the UK has stayed the same, according to data which was collected before the US-Israel war with Iran began.

Playful lynx snatches top prize in photo competition
A young lynx caught mid play has won the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award 2026.

Everyday life in Asia being upended by effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Asia relies heavily on oil and gas from the Gulf, and shortages and higher prices are starting to bite.

Trump says Iran gave the US a 'very big present' but gives no detail
Donald Trump gave the update on Tuesday as the US-Israeli war with Iran entered its fourth week.

Lyse Doucet: A small window opens for talks, but a swift end to the war is still unlikely
President Trump says the US is already dealing with a "top person" in Iran, but Tehran denies that any talks have begun.

Oil price falls as Trump talks up peace negotiations
Tehran has rejected claims of talks, with one official questioning the US's diplomatic credibility.

How Manchester is giving UK music 'a new lease of life' again
Following on from the Brits, the city once dubbed Madchester hosts the MOBOs and 6 Music Festival.

£123 for a child's England kit - have prices gone too far?
BBC Sport explores the rise in the cost of kits for the 2026 World Cup, with insights from experts and fans.

Council tax bills in England to rise in April - see how yours compares
It will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new figures show.

Is there an election in my area?
Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live.

'Wildly unaffordable': The harsh reality of shared ownership
For many, the promise of getting a foot on the property ladder has turned into a nightmare.

Has banning phones improved performance at Dutch schools?
Two years ago the Netherlands banned phones in schools. Now the government wants to go further, pushing to restrict social media for under‑16s.

'Most difficult decision ever': Receipts Podcast hosts step down after 10 years
Audrey Indome and Tolly Shoneye have recorded almost 300 episodes of the hit podcast together since 2016.

'Fearless' Mel Schilling remembered by Married at First Sight co-star
Paul C Brunson pays an emotional tribute to his fellow TV relationship expert, who died on Tuesday.

We need more plumbers and fewer lawyers in AI age, says BlackRock boss
Larry Fink also warns if oil prices stay high for a sustained period it will have "profound implications" for the world economy.

Brazil's Bolsonaro gets temporary house arrest for ill-health
Former President Jair Bolsonaro was moved from his cell to hospital earlier this month with pneumonia.

Families urged not to cuddle lambs after infection outbreak left dozens sick
Health officials say it is vital to remember that young farm animals can carry germs that cause illness.

Graffiti conviction for Australian woman who stuck googly eyes on sculpture
The woman had taken MDMA and three litres of vodka when she vandalised the piece nicknamed Blue Blob.

OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app
The move comes less two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry.

Democrats flip Florida state seat that includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago home
Emily Gregory’s projected victory comes in a legislative district which a Republican candidate won by 19 percentage points in 2024.

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Are US-Iran Talks Actually Happening?
What do we know about negotiations to de-escalate the Iran war?

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Trump claims Iran wants to "make a deal" to end the war
Iran denies talks with the US to stop the war as ‘fake news’

How young men's lives are influenced by the manosphere
James Blake enters the manosphere, joining men seeking status, wealth and relationships.

'It wasn't meant to end like this' - Salah exit tough but inevitable
Less than a year ago, Mohamed Salah was sitting on a throne inside Anfield after renewing his contract - so why is he leaving?