Local Wisconsin News

'This place deserves the love': Kenosha's Rhode Center for the Arts in need of urgent repairs
The situation worsened Sunday when a drainage pipe from the roof burst on the third floor.

Green Bay waterfront redevelopment moves forward with second phase
Phase two will cost $14.3 million. This includes a $7 million National Park Service grant.

Wisconsin researchers track data center energy usage
New estimates are expected later this week.

‘Take serious pause': Bipartisan concern over proposed transmission line
Republicans and Democrats from Wisconsin are sounding the alarm on the 190-mile proposal called The BECI Project.

What higher diesel prices mean for Wisconsin farmers this harvest season
Higher diesel prices are adding costs for Wisconsin farmers and crop haulers during harvest season, affecting fieldwork and transportation.

Former prison nurse to pay $50 fine in inmate's death
A nurse who worked at Waupun Correctional Institution plead no contest to a misdemeanor charge of violating state/county institution laws.

Clouds linger tonight with spotty rain south
Drier weather arrives on Tuesday.

Baldwin calls for investigation into Tomah VA Medical Center
It stems from alleged abuse of a patient in the Hospice Ward.

Packers piling up the penalties in first two weeks of the season
Green Bay’s 26 total penalties for 231 yards represent the highest totals for any NFL team in either category heading into Monday night’s game.

Insisting that his coaching career is over, Doc Rivers joins NBC as an NBA analyst
Rivers is sixth on the NBA’s career coaching list in wins (1,194) and games (2,059).

Wisconsin officials urging drivers to stay safe near school buses
In 2024, a citation for failing to stop for a bus was increased to a $676.50 fine and four demerit points.

Milwaukee Public Schools fills hundreds of teacher vacancies by recruiting laid-off Chicago educators
The district still has 51 vacancies left to fill but hired 139 teachers this summer to fill part of the 189-gap.

Wisconsinites, lawmakers stand against transmission line projects
Two different 765 kilovolt transmission lines are being proposed to run through rural parts of western and southern Wisconsin.

Steady Brewers savor franchise-record 98th victory as playoffs loom
On Sunday night, they beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-0, improving to 98-58.

Packers’ Jayden Reed has movement in extremities after neck injury, but hospitalized overnight
On the Packers' second offensive play, Reed caught a short pass from Jordan Love and was hit hard by Demario Davis.

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers pull one from fire
Jordan Love and the Packers’ offense, which sputtered most of the day, came up with just enough big plays when they were needed the most.

Volunteers with the Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance tag monarch butterflies to track migration
Tagging data helps researchers understand where monarchs that reach Mexico are coming from.

Now Hiring: Total Energy Systems looking for new and experienced technicians
De Pere’s Total Energy Systems is expanding across the upper Midwest, as demand for backup power grows.

Brewers set franchise record with 98th victory, beat Orioles 3-0 to complete sweep
Cooper Pratt drove in two for Milwaukee, which owns the best record in the majors and surpassed the 97 victories it had last season.

Willy Street Fair a boost for residents and businesses
The fair brought food, music and fun to the street, just a few blocks from the intersection that was occupied by protesters for Ruiz's death.

World News

Burnham expects to find 'common ground' with Trump in first meeting
In New York, the prime minister will also deliver a speech to the UN General Assembly expected to be focused on AI.

UK to provide Saudi Arabia with 'defensive' military support, says Burnham
The prime minister says "defensive air-to-air refuelling" is to be provided following a request from Saudi Arabia, after it faced attacks from the Houthis in Yemen.

Martha's Rule rolled out at every A&E department in England
The rule is named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, whose family's concerns about her care were not listened to before her death.

Lithuania ready to 'fight back' but has evacuation plans in face of Russia threats, PM tells BBC
Sinkevičius told BBC Newsnight Lithuanians feel "constantly threatened" by Moscow, but the nation was prepared to "fight back" if attacked.

Vet prescription fees capped under rule changes
Vets must also tell clients if cheaper medicine is available online as part of the rule updates which surgeries have the coming months to bring in.

Scientists discover why Kent meningitis outbreak was so severe
The bacteria responsible picked up some new genetic material, say experts.

Watch: Six-year-old girl from China sets new Rubik's Cube world record
Lian Yunzhi broke the women's world record twice in three days at World Cube Association competitions.

Borrowing surge puts pressure on chancellor ahead of Budget
Borrowing was higher than expected in August as inflation piles pressure on the government ahead of the Budget.

Iran must stop arming Houthis in Yemen, G7 says ahead of UN General Assembly
The G7 also condemns "in the strongest terms" Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying that the escalation in fighting in Yemen jeopardises global energy security.

Watch: Ukraine's race to counter new jet-powered Russian drones
Russia's new drones are harder to intercept, making recent attacks on Ukraine even more devastating.

What we found in Earl Spencer's controversial Diana memoir
What further revelations are going to appear now the full details of his Diana book are published?

New right to bereavement leave to cover step and half relatives
The new law will also cover foster, kinship care and adoptive relationships, as well as early pregnancy loss.

I couldn't cook when I left home – but these easy £2.50 recipes became my go-to
Former culinary-challenged students share four low cost meals they think everyone can master.

'Real fear Luke Littler could walk away from the sport' - darts would be loser in booing row
Could Luke Littler walk away from darts completely if the booing he has suffered at European tournaments continues?

The simple skincare routine for teens that actually works - and five expert tips
From popping spots to getting enough sleep, experts share their advice on the best way to look after teenage skin.

I'd rather pay thousands on a holiday: Meet the pensioners spending the kids' inheritance
The phenomenon sees retirees spend all their money on enjoying life to the full.

'My army dream was ended by childhood eye surgery'
Some 114,000 Army application were rejected on medical grounds in the past five years, Freedom of Information figures show.

The Papers: 'Air traffic out of control' and 'RAF to help Saudis'
A second glitch this month in the national air traffic system and the PM's first major foreign policy move lead the papers.

Inside Scotland's wildcat HQ - 'It's like Big Brother for cats'
The Saving Wildcats partnership is keeping an eye on the latest wildcats being bred in captivity for release into the Cairngorms.

Four dead after powerful Typhoon Dujuan lashes Japan
The storm pulled away from Japan after bringing heavy rains and strong winds to Tokyo and surrounding areas.

Schools not ready for AI and 'crying out' for government guidance, report warns
Author Sir Anthony Seldon says AI needs to be addressed with the same urgency as a war or epidemic.

Being run over by pitch roller during match warm-up was terrifying, says ex-England star Townsend
Former England winger Andros Townsend says he was lucky to escape from under a pitch roller with just a few "bumps and bruises".

Outrage in India over viral video of teen molested and her friend beaten
Three minors were arrested after videos capturing the assault went viral in India, sparking anger.

Airlines criticise air traffic control as second glitch causes more disruption
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said further issues "cause even greater concern" about the UK's air traffic control and the head of the organisation that runs it.

Watch: What to expect from the UN General Assembly
The BBC’s Sarah Smith outlines which world leaders Trump is set to meet and the key topics expected on the agenda.

'Constant bombardment' - fans shown 65,000 junk food ads at World Cup
New data shows fans were shown more than 28 hours of adverts for unhealthy food and drinks during World Cup matches this summer.

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'Alarming' - does WSL have a homegrown problem?
The London City Lionesses raised eyebrows with no English players in their starting line-up against Manchester United, but is there a wider trend?

Chelsea struggles to Villa bench - Garnacho faces defining season
Alejandro Garnacho joined Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea with a view to kick-starting his career, but his early weeks in the Midlands have been a struggle.

Why is Monaco staging a sprint race? F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

'Real fear Littler could walk away' - darts would be loser in booing row
Could Luke Littler walk away from darts completely if the booing he has suffered at European tournaments continues?

Israel FA accuses Hallgrimsson of 'ignorance, hypocrisy and stupidity'
The Israel FA accuse Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson of "ignorance, hypocrisy and stupidity" in comments made last week.