Local Wisconsin News

Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’ brings a ‘tale as old as time’ to Madison
Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” will be at the Overture Center for the Arts from May 12-17.

Here’s how to get into Summerfest for free in 2026
While single-day general admission tickets cost $30 or more, there are plenty of ways to get in for free or at discounted prices.

Man shoots, kills woman at nature preserve, then shoots at police department
According to the Sauk County Sheriff’s Office, multiple people called into dispatch to report a man pulling a female from a car before shooting her.

UWM researchers turning waste into clean energy
In the U.S., the increase in energy demand and high cost of fossil fuels have prompted a search for alternative ways to generate energy.

Police officers shoot suspects in 2 Wisconsin cities
The incidents occurred on Sunday, with one in the morning in Oshkosh and the other in Superior in the evening.

As colorectal cancer rises at alarming rate in younger people, Wisconsin survivor advocates for prevention
Dr. Ajay Sahajpal recommends adding more fiber to your diet to keep your colon healthy. He said many people aren’t getting enough.

Turang's homer off Bednar in 9th helps Brewers complete sweep with 4-3 win over Yankees
Bednar had struck out Joey Ortiz and Jackson Chourio to start the ninth before Turang hit a 411-foot drive over the center-field wall.

Dog rescue providing care for 'senior' Ridglan Farms beagles
Nineteen "senior" dogs from Ridglan Farms are being helped through Albert's Dog Lounge Rescue.

Business is steady for Wisconsin builders midway through 2026
Median home prices in Wisconsin were up 6.5 year-over-year in March to $330,000.

Monday remains cool but completely sunny
Expect a cooler start to the week with widespread sunshine.

Now Hiring: Madison Fire Department seeks new recruits
Stepping into the fire service takes courage, and one Dane County agency is looking for its next class of recruits ready to answer that call.

Brewers' Blake Perkins delivers big hit on first Mother's Day since his mom's death
Perkins shook off his season-long struggles and delivered a two-run single in the fourth inning for Milwaukee’s first hit of the day in a 4-3 victory.

Wisconsin fishermen balance pricing and customer loyalty as fuel costs surge
Two fishing guides share how their business is fairing as fuel prices stay elevated.

Warm Belly Farm hosts Mother's Day event
The garden center opened up its space as a place for moms and families to relax during its annual “Moms and Mimosas” event.

In Focus: NAMI helps Wisconsinites overcome mental health challenges
Mary Madden, executive director of NAMI Southeast Wisconsin, joined us to discuss the role the regional chapter plays.

In Focus: Campaign emphasizes importance of one call, text or conversation in youth mental health
Eighth-grader Azalea Janis and senior Maryan Mohamed are two youth ambassadors with the 1-More Campaign.

State of mental health in Wisconsin
Our Jason Fechner talks with a lawmaker, the leader of NAMI in Wisconsin and more about mental health challenges and solutions.

In Focus: Sen. Brad Pfaff discusses mental health in rural Wisconsin farming communities
Pfaff also addressed who’s stepping up to help them overcome the stigmas tied to it and seek out the help they need.

Sun Prairie co-op farm producing thousands of flowers
The farmland co-op is also launching a Mother’s Day initiative.

Local event raises money for childhood cancer support
Local event raises money for childhood cancer support

World News

Analysis: Has Starmer done enough to save his premiership?
Was the prime minister's speech enough to avert a challenge to his leadership less than two years after he won a landslide general election victory?

British passengers from cruise ship isolating in hospital
The passengers landed in the UK on Sunday and none have reported symptoms, but they will will be monitored in hospital for 72 hours.

Washington correspondents' dinner shooting suspect pleads not guilty
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, was charged with attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump.

Martin Lewis delivers emotional speech, and nine other Bafta TV moments
There were tears, surprises and fabulous outfits - as one of the biggest nights for UK television took place.

Why Eurovision's fallout over Israel may change the competition forever
With Eurovision facing its biggest boycott in 70 years, questions are growing over the competition's future.

Portrait looted by Nazis found in home of Dutch SS leader's descendants
The painting is believed to have been plundered by high-ranking Nazi Hermann Goering during World War Two.

Ovo energy customers urged not to panic as takeover planned
All existing tariffs will be honoured in full under a planned deal that could create Britain's largest energy supplier.

TikTok launches £3.99 subscription for no ads in UK
Those who don't subscribe will be able to use the platform for free - but be shown personalised ads by default.

Boy's adoption overturned after mum dates prisoner
The child was adopted by a Northumberland woman who is dating a prisoner, the Court of Appeal hears.

Star Wars and Shakespeare actor Michael Pennington dies aged 82
Actress Miriam Margolyes said she was "sad beyond measure" to hear of the actor's death.

Watch: Soldier on parachuting to remote island to bring Hantavirus aid
A specialist team helped supply critical medical support to Tristan da Cunha in the South Atlantic.

Tourist hotspot at 'end of the world' denies causing hantavirus outbreak
The BBC reports from the city of Ushuaia, where experts have been sent to investigate the origins of the outbreak.

US and French nationals test positive for hantavirus after leaving ship
The American national has arrived in Nebraska, while a French woman is isolating in Paris.

How worried should we be about hantavirus?
Passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus are being repatriated, so what is the risk to the wider public?

The summer England's World Cup 'golden generation' lost its shine, twenty years on
It was meant to be England's moment. A world-class squad, celebrity partners and confident fans - the hype was huge and the fall was hard.

This couple lost £1,000 after their flight was cancelled - here is what to check so you don't
It's essential to read your policy details carefully - here's a checklist to tick off before you set off on your travels.

The hospital taking in Britons from hantavirus-hit ship - six years after being used for Covid quarantine
The Merseyside site was last used to isolate those arriving from China at the start of the Covid pandemic.

His father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the body
The UN human rights office condemns incident as "'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians" in the West Bank.

My sister spent up to £1,500 a month on alcohol from delivery apps
A woman who wants tighter restrictions on alcohol deliveries is working with Dry January charity.

Pupils hopeless and crying after 'poorly worded' Higher Maths exam
More than 11,000 people have signed a petition calling for a review of the exam saying it was "totally unrecognisable" from what they had prepared for.

British Steel nationalisation plans announced by Starmer
The steelworks has been under government control for almost a year, but leglistation to nationalise it will be put forward this week.

Ofcom partially upholds police watchdog complaint about BBC's Chris Kaba doc
The complaint concerned claims made on a Panorama episode on Kaba, who was killed in 2022.

Whales could be harmed by diverted ships avoiding Middle East, scientists warn
Ships have rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope since 2023 to avoid conflicts in the Middle East.

Bosnia's powerful peace envoy quits, with questions over role's future
Christian Schmidt had been in the role since 2021, and departs after appearing to lose the backing of the United States.

Adolescence makes history at Bafta TV Awards
The hit Netflix drama wins a record four Bafta TV Awards, including one for 16-year-old Owen Cooper.

Arctic air to sweep UK bringing midweek cold snap
Temperatures will be below the May average this week as colder air spreads in from the Arctic. Simon King explains what we should expect

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Electioncast: Could Catherine West Really Bring Down Keir Starmer?
The Labour MP says she’ll challenge the PM’s leadship if cabinet members don’t move first

Trump takes his revenge on disloyal Republicans
The US president targets his political enemies in Kentucky and Indiana

Scottish mockumentary about two brothers' Eurovision dreams
Two Scottish brothers try to sneak into Eurovision by entering for another country.

Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season
The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of drama at London Stadium.

West Ham set to contact referees' body over disallowed goal
West Ham will contact referees' body the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO) over their disallowed equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday.