Local Wisconsin News

Quiet into Thursday before rain returns
Temperatures will remain mild across the state.

Report: Demand for electricity, water will rise amid Wisconsin data center boom
It comes as demand has fallen about 2.6% between 2006 and 2024.

Your ultimate guide to outdoor winter activities in Wisconsin
From tubing to ice skating, here's a list of things to do during the winter.

As the popularity of weight loss medications like Ozempic rises, scams do too
Here's what to know about the most popular scams circulating right now.

Report cites ‘critical issues’ in Sun Prairie’s handling of alleged misconduct
Probe finds Sun Prairie school leaders failed Title IX duties; board removed West principal and pledged training and reforms.

Thiensville principal Mike Henning charged for failing to report child abuse
According to a criminal complaint, Henning was approached by a parent about a teacher at the school who was allegedly making students sit in his lap.

Packers optimistic that offensive tackle Zach Tom will return for wild-card game at Bears
Tom hasn’t played since hurting his knee in the second quarter of a loss at Denver that started the Packers’ four-game skid.

Wisconsin beats UCLA 80-72 in Bruins' first game in Madison since 1962
The Badgers shot 54% overall in the first half and made 8 of 16 from beyond the arc.

Residents pack DeForest village hall for data center meeting
Many shared their opposition to the proposal.

Mild pattern gets replaced with colder air and snow
Temperatures fall back closer to normal with the risk for snow.

Packers fans await battle against the Bears for NFC Wild Card Round matchup
The Packers and Bears are 1-1 in their 2025 regular season matchups.

New flu strain causing record infections; what to do if you get sick
It’s expected to get worse before it gets better.

LaFleur, Packers prepare to take on Bears in playoffs
Matt LaFleur is 12-2 against the Bears since becoming the Packers’ head coach in 2019.

Wisconsin Senators react to President Trump’s ouster of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro
They also weigh in on the president’s indications the U.S. could takeover Greenland and possibly go into Colombia, too.

Wisconsinites weigh in on Republican bill to require schools to notify parents of student name, pronoun changes
Republicans said it's about consistent policy, similar to the recent cell phone ban in schools. Democrats argued it takes local control away.

Venezuelan flavors, Wisconsin roots: A local cafe owner reflects on recent events in her home country
“Now more than ever, we have a lot of hope that everything will work for the best of the country, the best for the people of Venezuela,” Azocar said.

Man accused of stalking a Wisconsin Supreme Court justice is sentenced to probation in plea deal
He was ordered to have no contact with Chief Justice Karofsky and was banned from Dane County, where the state Supreme Court chambers are located.

Jordan Stolz focused on the Olympics at U.S. speed skating trials. Everyone will focus on him in Milan
He will compete in Italy in the 500, 1,000 and 1,500 meters, events in which he owns two world titles apiece.

Everyday Heroes: Military Veterans Museum volunteers keep service members' stories alive
Free museum gets visitors up close and personal with military past.

Madison veteran finds stable housing thanks to VA programming for homeless veterans
In 2025, Wisconsin VA hospitals helped house around 600 homeless veterans.

World News

UK armed forces helped US seizure of tanker, says MoD
Venezuelan-linked Marinera was stopped by the US Coast Guard as it travelled through waters between Iceland and Scotland.

Young people say new driving rules are condescending and expensive
Young drivers have spoken to the BBC about how the proposed changes could affect them.

Trump actively discussing potentially buying Greenland, White House says
Both Greenland and its owner Denmark have repeatedly stressed the island was not for sale.

Former England boss Keegan diagnosed with cancer
Former England striker and manager Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer and is receiving treatment.

Beach hut owners hit back at council over 'second home' tax plan
Beach hut owners in Mudeford say they will look at the legality of plans to double their council tax.

Family of teen who police said died in crash discovered ID error 'after he woke up'
Trevor Wynn was believed to have died until he regained consciousness in hospital, a family friend says.

More snow and ice across UK as cold snap continues
Fresh amber warnings for snow and wind have been issued for parts of the UK on Thursday.

Prince Harry not planning to meet King on UK visit
The King is expected to keep his distance during Harry's court case against the publisher of the Daily Mail.

Man, 18, first person charged under new Channel crossing law
Aman Naseri, 18, denies endangering 46 people during a boat crossing to the UK on 5 January.

UK viewers warm up for steamy ice hockey hit Heated Rivalry
The latest word-of-mouth hit arrives in the UK after setting pulses racing across the Atlantic.

Three children fall from window of double-decker bus
The children have "potentially serious injuries" but they not thought to be life-threatening.

Interim leader sacks general in charge of Maduro's guard
General Javier Marcano Tábata was the commander of the inner circle of guards tasked with protecting Maduro.

'Fear in the streets': Venezuelans uncertain about what might happen next
The BBC spoke to Venezuelans after the seizure by US forces of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

US will control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely', official says
Officials say sales were expected to start with 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil and the revenue would be controlled by the US government.

'The player for the big occasion': Ex-Tottenham and England forward Chivers dies aged 80
Former Tottenham and England forward Martin Chivers dies at the age of 80.

How could Donald Trump 'take' Greenland?
The White House says it is considering a range of options to acquire the island, including deploying the military.

Berlin power outage highlights German vulnerability to sabotage
The power cut was caused by a suspected arson attack and came as temperatures dipped below freezing.

How the new road safety measures could affect you
The government is proposing lowering alcohol limits for drivers and regular eye tests for older motorists.

Why the NFL play-offs are the 'most unusual' in years
Even NFL veterans are struggling to call this season's play-offs, with so many big names out and an array of young stars ready to battle for Super Bowl glory.

I would have been selfish not to share twins' muscle disease diagnosis, Jesy Nelson says
The former Little Mix star recently revealed her twin baby daughters have been diagnosed with SMA.

Murderer and fellow inmate who absconded from prison are caught
Murderer Matthew Armstrong and Daniel Washbourne are arrested on suspicion of escaping lawful custody.

MPs would vote on using troops in Ukraine, Starmer says
It comes after the UK and France reiterated their commitment to using soldiers to police any peace deal.

Martin Clunes to take on role of Huw Edwards in new drama
Doc Martin star Martin Clunes will portray former BBC presenter Huw Edwards in a two-part factual series.

UN rights chief says Israeli policy in West Bank 'resembles apartheid system'
Israel says Volker Türk's office makes "absurd" accusations in a report that details what the UN calls "systemic discrimination" against Palestinians.

Searches for pair of capybaras 'stolen' from farm
The owners say they are in contact with the police about the "incredibly distressing" incident.

Lib Dem council to ask for election delay weeks after Davey's warning
Cheltenham Borough Council is asking for its May elections to be postponed.

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Former England boss Keegan diagnosed with cancer
Former England striker and manager Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer and is receiving treatment.

UKA chief 'appalled' as Prescod joins Enhanced Games
Former Great Britain sprinter Reece Prescod joins controversial Enhanced Games as UK Athletics chief executive says he is "appalled".

Ex-Tottenham and England forward Chivers dies aged 80
Former Tottenham and England forward Martin Chivers dies at the age of 80.