Local Wisconsin News

NICU patients have luck on their side celebrating their first St. Patrick’s Day
Babies in the NICUs were dressed up in festive gear for their first St. Patrick’s Day.

'It was a prolific event': Appleton digs out after record-breaking snowfall
Residents in Appleton reported snowfall totals anywhere from 18 to 24 inches.

Snowfall totals around Michigan and Wisconsin, March 14-17, 2026
Totals were highest in northern Wisconsin and the U.P. of Michigan.

Firefighters continuing to battle active fire on west side of Green Bay
Weather conditions are impacting the response, with high winds and equipment freezing on site.

Don't test your luck: Don't drink and drive on St. Patrick's Day
"Plan ahead for a safe ride home."

When and where you can attend a youth fishing clinic in southeastern Wisconsin
The annual youth fishing clinics are about a month away.

Brewers fans to get exclusive first look at Bob Uecker documentary on Opening Day
“Ueck” celebrates the life and legacy of “Mr. Baseball,” featuring interviews with his family and more.

Wisconsin Senate to decide future of online sports betting, NIL deals with floor session expected to finish this week
Behind the scenes, legislative leaders are counting votes to decide which proposals will reach the floor for a vote.

Everyday Hero: Serenity Singers bring harmony to hospice hall
The group offers personal bedside performances for hospice patients.

Luck won't bring an early spring
Harsh cold and more snowfall sweep in for St. Patrick's Day.

Fox Cities PAC unveils its 2026-27 season, featuring 8 Broadway titles
From "The Phantom of the Opera" to Chef Dan Jacobs, here's what you can expect.

Powerful March winter storm leaves some areas with 3 feet of snow
Blizzard warnings have nearly expired across the state.

How much has it snowed so far in Wisconsin? Latest totals from around the state
Areas of northern Wisconsin have exceeded two feet.

Photos: Snow piles up across much of Wisconsin
As the state experiences historic snowfall, here's a look at views residents have captured.

Wisconsinites detail snow conditions around the state
From Madison to Wausau and even Black River Falls, Wisconsinites are braving the snow.

98th Academy Awards: 'One Battle After Another' takes Best Picture, Michael B. Jordan wins Best Actor
Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler won their first Oscars.

Around 60 protesters break into Ridglan Farms over dog breeding practices
Ridglan is being investigated for animal abuse and had agreed to surrender a license that allows it to breed dogs to be sold for research.

1 person killed by police following car chase in Town of Springdale
Officers with the Verona Police Department started to chase a car that was wanted in connection to a burglary and stolen vehicle.

Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 31 points before getting injured, Bucks beat Pacers 134-123
Antetokounmpo landed awkwardly as he completed a dunk late in the third quarter.

Now Hiring: Milwaukee County Parks in need of lifeguards for the summer season
Milwaukee County Parks is hiring roughly 50 lifeguards to supervise seven of its indoor and outdoor pools for the summer season.

World News

Top US counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war, urging Trump to 'reverse course'
National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent says Trump "started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby".

Watch: Iranians show daily life under air strikes and regime crackdown
Iranians speak about life during the war with constant threat of bombs and regime crackdowns.

Was response to 'unprecedented' meningitis outbreak too slow?
Questions are being asked about whether the NHS and authorities should have raised the alarm sooner.

Iran and Russia are 'brothers in hatred', Zelensky tells MPs
The president highlights how Tehran is selling drones to Moscow that have been used against Ukraine.

Prince William joins Greg James on Comic Relief tandem bike ride
The Radio 1 Breakfast host was joined by a special guest on the latest leg of his charity challenge.

Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans
The chancellor sets out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU.

Man found dead in wheelie bin was a 'pillar of strength', family say
The body found at Cash's Park in Coventry is that of 37-year-old Thomas Niven, police have confirmed.

Dates confirmed for new driving test booking rules
Only learners will be able to book a car driving test under new rules to make the system fairer.

Organisers confirm 10k race in city was 400m short
Derby County Community Trust says it launched a review after receiving feedback from runners.

Father of teen who died of meningitis says family are 'beyond devastated'
Health officials confirm that cases in the Canterbury area increased from 13 to 15.

Why is MenB vaccine not given to teenagers in UK and should they be offered it?
Students and older teens have not been vaccinated against the strain that has caused the outbreak of cases in Kent.

What causes meningitis and what are the symptoms?
Two people have died following an outbreak of meningitis, including one student at the University of Kent.

Watch: Parents of teen who died in 2025 call for more government support
Helen and Lee Draper lost their daughter Megan to meningitis in October 2025.

'Many people fooled' by AI wedding pics, says Zendaya
The star has spoken about the viral images that appeared to show her marrying partner Tom Holland.

Scotland is about to vote on assisted dying. How would it work?
The Scottish Parliament will soon decide whether to allow terminally-ill adults to end their lives.

Inside the state school at the top of English rugby union
In a sport often dominated by private schools, Northampton School for Boys are one win away from securing a league and cup double.

My dad stabbed my mum to death - but then I had to move back in with him
Gemma Ahern was three when her dad killed her mum - and at six she had to live with him again.

Len Deighton obituary: How a cookery cartoonist became a master spy writer
Best-selling spy author whose workaday secret agents were a world away from the glamour of James Bond.

Death of Ali Larijani would deepen crisis at heart of Iran's leadership
Larijani has long been seen as one of the Islamic Republic's most experienced and influential policy makers.

What have US allies and China said about sending ships to the Strait of Hormuz?
US allies have either pushed back or remained cautious on Trump's initial request to send ships to the crucial oil route.

Why did only two Iranian football players stay in Australia?
After Australia gave humanitarian visas to seven team members, only two decided to stay - the BBC's Katy Watson explains what happened.

Inquiry shown CCTV of triple killer kicking officer
Footage of Valdo Calocane attacking officers is played at the public inquiry into his killings.

Easter holidaymakers switching from Dubai to Spain as flights fill up
It comes after the war in Iran caused mass disruption to flights across the Middle East and UAE.

Gerry Adams says he never held role or rank in the IRA
Three men are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for injuries they received in explosions.

US west coast prepares for 'dangerous' heatwave in early spring
Severe weather is plaguing the US from coast to coast, bringing a mix of extreme heat and bitter cold.

Typical new mortgage costs soar £788 a year in two weeks
Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets.

Nvidia faces gamer backlash over 'breakthrough' AI graphics feature
Nvidia says the tool will transform game graphics - critics warn it could squeeze out artistic expression.

Beach rape 'cynical, predatory, callous', court told
Three men, who are asylum seekers, deny raping a woman on Brighton beach.

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Can Starmer Keep Saying No To Trump?
Trump "not happy" with the UK as Starmer says it won't be drawn into wider Iran war.

The Global Story: How does war affect a child’s brain?
Veteran war reporter Fergal Keane on PTSD among children in conflicts worldwide.

Chelsea's cheating - was a fine too lenient?
Sports editor Dan Roan analyses whether Chelsea's record fine for a raft of Premier League rule breaches was lenient.