Local Wisconsin News

First responders urging people to avoid Milwaukee River due to unsafe conditions
Two kayakers were rescued from the river over the weekend.

Milwaukee County Zoo rolls out new parking system
The zoo said starting on April 21, it will move to license plate-based entry for all of its parking lots.

Everyday Heroes: Wrightstown Clothing Closet provides access to free clothing
Village Administrator Travis Coenen said, “It’s not your average thrift shop.”

Plenty of sun on Tuesday
Seeing sunshine Tuesday with highs for most in the 70s.

Wisconsin will host spring Drug Take Back Day on April 25
Here's where you can safely dispose of your unwanted and unused medications.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

'They're hurting and they're tired': High waters persist in Wolf River communities
Officials said the Wolf River crested Sunday at just over 15 feet in New London.

‘I think things are possible’: Gov. Tony Evers optimistic amid ongoing tax relief negotiations
For months, Gov. Evers and Republican leaders have been at odds over how to spend the state’s nearly $2.5 billion surplus.

Neighbors step up as floodwaters rise along the Rock River
Rock County’s Emergency Management Department is closely monitoring river levels.

Recently-sued Highgrove Holdings president defends himself, business
The lawsuit, filed by the Milwaukee City Attorney on March 26, is asking a judge to declare Highgrove properties a public nuisance.

Animal welfare protesters converge on Wisconsin governor's office seeking release of beagles
Animal welfare activists converged in Wisconsin's State Capitol demanding to shut down a beagle breeding and research facility.

Village of Pepin tourism chair gives look at the hidden gem in the Driftless Region
Aside from stunning village views, the Pepin economy is largely driven by the tourism and wedding industries.

Debris from recent storms increase the risk of wildfires
Wisconsinites are urged to check fire danger before conducting outdoor burning activities due to an increase in wildfires after recent storms.

Ways to help Wisconsinites impacted by flooding
Communities such as Shiocton and New London have experienced major flooding.

Ways to help those in Marathon County after EF-3 tornado shakes area
Though officials said volunteers aren’t needed at this time, there are some ways you can help from afar.

Growing Yemeni coffee concept expands in Madison, creating jobs and late-night alternative
Rising demand for late-night, non-alcoholic social spaces as Qamaria looks for new baristas and cashiers.

Wisconsin ports look to build on 2025 shipping totals
Lake levels could also impact shipping operations this season.

'It's bad out here': Milwaukee residents lean on food pantries as grocery stores close
Over the past year, at least seven grocery stores have closed in the greater Milwaukee area, worsening the food desert crisis.

TrashVeyor being rebuilt to clean Milwaukee waterways
The huge machine funnels trash and debris out of water, and into dumpsters.

Multiple animal rights activists arrested attempting to break into Ridglan Farms
Multiple people were arrested trying to break into the Blue Mounds facility.

World News

Henry Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for Starmer
Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

Boy, 17, pleads guilty to synagogue arson attack
Accelerant was thrown through the window of Kenton United Synagogue on Saturday night.

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work
The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed
The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation.

Mass trial for 486 alleged MS-13 gang leaders begins in El Salvador
The group are collectively accused of committing more than 47,000 crimes, including murder.

No 10 considered giving Starmer aide diplomat job, sacked official says
Sir Olly Robbins says he felt "uncomfortable" after No 10 discussed finding a role for Lord Doyle.

Man admits religiously aggravated rape of Sikh woman
John Ashby, 32, initially denies the attack but changes his plea one day after the trial begins.

Rogue sperm donor who says he's fathered 180 children won't be on child's birth certificate
The child's mother and her partner say they never wanted Robert Albon to play any part in the child's life.

Trapped nerve and wee stops - running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks pregnant
British athlete Calli Hauger-Thackery says running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks into her pregnancy was the toughest achievement in her career.

After the departure of Tim Cook, how will Apple change under 'product guy' John Ternus?
How Ternus responds to challenges facing Apple will go a long way to deciding the tech giant's future, writes Zoe Kleinman.

'Why is the NHS funding students if it can't give them jobs?' Anger over recruitment freeze
Dozens of midwifery, physiotherapy and nursing students contact BBC over fears they won't get jobs.

Youngest transfusion patient 'now chirpy little boy' after treatment in the womb
A rare blood transfusion while in the womb saved a baby's life when his mum was 16 weeks pregnant.

Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row
Sir Olly Robbins has defended his actions amid a row over the vetting of the former US ambassador.

Popemobile child clinic yet to reach Gaza one year after Francis's death
One of the late pope's last wishes was for his vehicle to be used for children in Gaza, but a charity is still waiting for an entry permit.

If Plaid win in Wales, that won't mean independence - at least not yet
In the Senedd campaign, are weighing up whether the issue of Welsh independence is a vote winner or loser.

Funding cuts turning beautiful Loch Lomond into 'rubbish dump'
Lost funding means a community group is no longer able to empty bins on the Loch Lomond tourist route.

Case lost against Met Police over live facial ID
The claim was brought over concerns the technology can be used in an arbitrary or discriminatory way.

Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is 'disrespectful'
US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.

William and Catherine praise late Queen's 'lifetime of duty'
On what would have been her 100th birthday, the final design for a statue honouring the late Queen Elizabeth II is unveiled.

Men guilty of church drive-by shooting murder
Michelle Sadio had been at a wake when shots were fired from a car at mourners in north-west London.

Role of US officials killed in crash in Mexico under scrutiny
The two died in a car crash after a Mexican-led operation to destroy a clandestine drug lab.

£1m accessible route isn't accessible because of 15 stone steps and stiles
People have to climb down 15 stone steps to reach it the redeveloped bridle path - and cross stiles.

Madonna offers reward for missing Coachella costume worn during Sabrina Carpenter guest slot
The items, which she says are "part of my history", disappeared after her slot with Sabrina Carpenter.

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The Global Story: How Pakistan became the peacemaker
Talks are expected between the US and Iran in Islamabad.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is insider trading corrupting Trump's White House?
And will new claims about FBI Director Kash Patel’s behaviour get him fired?

Which Premier League players are out of contract this summer?
With a World Cup summer fast approaching, BBC Sport looks at which Premier League stars may be looking for new clubs.

Liverpool's Woodman on life as third-choice keeper
Liverpool's Freddie Woodman on the "tough" life of a third-choice goalkeeper and what it was like being thrown in "at the deep end" in the Merseyside derby.

Midtjylland's Djabi seriously injured in stabbing
Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi is in a stable condition having been seriously injured in a stabbing in Denmark, his club says.

New outlook for MacIntyre but hot temper 'part of who I am'
Robert MacIntyre targets improvement in his iron play as the 2024 champion looks forward to another Scottish Open in July, and says his temperament won't change.

Brady steps down as West Ham vice-chair
Baroness Karren Brady steps down as vice-chair of Premier League side West Ham after 16 years.

Trapped nerve and wee stops - running a marathon 22 weeks pregnant
British athlete Calli Hauger-Thackery says running the Boston Marathon 22 weeks into her pregnancy was the toughest achievement in her career.