Local Wisconsin News

From campus sisters to community leaders: AKA chapter celebrates 50 years in Madison
The Kappa Psi Omega chapter’s 50th anniversary homecoming celebration is scheduled from June 5 to 7.

What's driving Wisconsin's rural economy?
Ryan Burk talks with several local leaders about how agriculture and hospitals serve rural communities' economies.

In Focus: How one legislator’s dual job helps him advocate for farmers
State Rep. Travis Tranel, R-Cuba City, discussed how his role intersects as a dairy farmer and legislator.

In Focus: Hospitals serve as anchor institutions in rural communities
Marie Barry with the Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative discussed how they can also serve as economic drivers for small towns and villages.

In Focus: UW professor says agriculture is a multiplier for local economies
Jeff Hadachek, an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, discussed the 2026 outlook for farmers.

Partly cloudy and pleasant Sunday
High temperatures will be in the 60s and 70s.

Trump vents about judge who blocked the Kennedy Center renovation and fumes over his legal setbacks
He's using a social media post to brand the federal judge who issued the ruling Friday as “an anti Trump Hater.”

U.S. says it disabled another commercial ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran
The U.S. military has stopped another commercial vessel trying to break through the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.

How old pic of Wisconsin backroom became horror flick 'Backrooms'
The new movie hits theaters nationwide this weekend.

Beloit woman continues family's legacy of homeownership
Victoria McAlister is celebrating nearly two years as a homeowner.

More than 200 Wisconsin National Guard troops return after yearlong deployment in Middle East
Troops were treated to a warm welcome home by family and friends at Appleton Flight Center.

Milwaukee County honors Treatment Court graduates
The program is geared to help Milwaukee County residents rebuild their lives and reconnect with their families.

Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear case challenging congressional maps
A group called the Wisconsin Business Leaders for Democracy argues that the current maps are anti-competitive gerrymandering.

Superintendents of state's largest school districts call for more support from lawmakers
The calls come following the failure of the $1.8B budget surplus spending deal in the State Legislature.

UWM takes home first NCAA Tournament win in 27 years, defeating Auburn 13-8
The Panthers pulled ahead early, making the score 10-0 by the fourth inning.

Dane County man urges vigilance after coyote attack
Jeff Marks said it happened just a few doors down from his home.

Brewers pitcher Abner Uribe suspended 1 game for actions against the Cardinals
He is appealing the suspension so he will be available Friday night when the Brewers open a three-game series at Houston.

Wisconsin Congressman seeks more regulation of dog breeding facilities
Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Madison, says he’s trying to make sure they’re not hurting animals.

Why levels of depression, loneliness remain high in Wisconsin
Gallup data shows elevated levels since COVID-19 pandemic haven't subsided.

24-year-old man killed after boat falls on him at Milwaukee marina
The man was working at the CenterPointe Marine Milwaukee when it happened.

World News

Sturgeon tells BBC: I'm serving a sentence for crime I didn't commit
Scotland's former first minister is challenged by Laura Kuenssberg over the SNP embezzlement scandal, and at times struggles to hold back tears.

Sturgeon the master communicator was close to tears - but still faces more questions
The former Scottish first minister’s security in her own power and authority seems to have gone, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Hundreds arrested and dozens of police injured after Champions League riots in France
Nearly 800 people were arrested after clashes with police which saw 219 people injured, including 57 police officers.

'Hardest video I've had to make' - KSI quits Sidemen after 13 years
The star, whose real name is Olajide Olatunji, has been part of the YouTube group since 2013.

How Putin became master of the image
From enigmatic KGB agent to wartime ruler, this is how Putin has repeatedly reinvented his image, and himself.

Shot fired as officer struck by stolen police car
A PSNI officer is seriously injured and a man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Why Britain's notoriously bad train wi-fi might soon be a thing of the past
How bad is the signal on our trains? We spoke to commuters to find out.

UK heatwave ends as cooler temperatures and rain forecast
Fresher Atlantic air has ended a week of record-breaking heat which saw the UK's hottest May day.

Huge blast kills dozens in rebel-held village in Myanmar
Insurgents say it was caused by explosives being used for mining close to the Chinese border.

Woman dies trying to rescue dog from sea
The woman, in her 60s, died in hospital after getting into difficulty in the water, police say.

Russell T Davies' chilling new drama takes aim at disinformation
BBC News is given exclusive behind-the-scenes access on set of Tip Toe.

Ferrari wanted to take on Chinese EVs with the Luce - then the backlash started
The brand's first EV has been heavily criticised, with some saying it has abandoned Ferrari's roots.

'Almost rage bait': Has Euphoria gone from defining Gen Z to dividing them?
Season three ends on Monday and many of the show's original fans say they have "outgrown" the drama.

Inside Australia’s mouse nightmare: The farmers living with a rodent plague
Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.

Why renaming my health condition could help other women
Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS.

Jeremy Clarkson's choir wins Britain's Got Talent
The farmers' choir is the first group of its kind to win the ITV talent show.

Israel seizes castle in Lebanon as it expands ground offensive
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu describes the capture of the strategic fortress as a "decisive shift" in its military campaign against Hezbollah.

Streeting suggests NI cut and North Sea drilling
The former health secretary has been distancing himself from policies pursued by Sir Keir Starmer's government.

Colombia votes in presidential election that could redefine relations with US
The election is held after months of public recrimination between current left-wing President Gustavo Petro and his US counterpart Donald Trump.

Ebola spread in DR Congo 'deeply alarming', MSF warns
The medical charity's comments come as the head of the World Health Organization visits the region worst-hit by the virus outbreak.

Nature-loving disabled woman 'literally padlocked out' of favourite landscapes
Bethany Handley says design, not disability, makes green spaces inaccessible for people like her.

Nigerian retired general abducted with his wife in the north-west
Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar's kidnapping highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

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Nicola Sturgeon Interview: The Analysis
The reaction to this morning's exclusive interview following Peter Murrell’s guilty plea

Does the US need new laws to protect elections?
And, why does Donald Trump want to “nationalise” elections?

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.

Liverpool to open formal talks with Iraola
Liverpool will open formal talks with Andoni Iraola this week over becoming their new head coach.

Arsenal fans turn streets red for Premier League title parade
Hundreds of thousands of fans turned out to celebrate the Premier League title after a 22-year wait.

Fletcher's remarkable Scotland World Cup call after 17 minutes for Man Utd
Tyler Fletcher was expecting to go to the World Cup as a fan this summer - now he could be playing in it for Scotland.

Title favourite Zverev cruises into quarter-finals
Alexander Zverev underlines his status as favourite for the French Open men's singles title with a clinical straight-sets win over Jesper de Jong.

'He wanted to take it' - Gabriel's first Arsenal penalty ends with heartbreak
Gabriel's first penalty for Arsenal ends in heartache as his shootout miss hands Paris St-Germain a second successive Champions League title.