Local Wisconsin News

Steamfitters prepare for Wisconsin Pipe Trades Apprenticeship Contest to fill need in trades
The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects there to be thousands of openings for plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters over the next decade.

Calm before the (winter) storm
Enjoy the sunshine Thursday morning, before rain, snow and windy conditions return.

Former students sue Oconto Falls Public School District for sexual abuse
The lawsuit includes allegations made against eight staff members, three of them are named in the court document.

'It was crazy': Racine homeowner describes house flood after heavy rains
The City of Racine reported around 10 calls for house floods.

Why Eau Claire is building the state’s largest PFAS treatment facility
A 20% water rate increase, effective in April, is meant to help cover operational costs rather than construction of the 20,000-square-foot facility.

‘Reverse these terrible decisions’: Wisconsin senator investigating FDA’s denial of treatments for rare diseases
Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., said the FDA's decision "completely [lacks] any compassion whatsoever."

Marquette's Nigel James Jr. wins Big East Freshman of the Year
James ranked second in the Big East in scoring at 19.3 points per game, the highest mark by a freshman in conference play since Carmelo Anthony.

When to explore in-home care options for vulnerable populations
Trust is a major factor when turning to assistance.

Hot-shooting Suns have three 20-point scorers in 129-114 victory over Bucks
Milwaukee shot 51.2% and went 16 of 38 from 3-point range.

Bucks' Taurean Prince returns to action after rapid recovery from neck surgery
After making 73 starts for the Bucks in 2024-25, he had played eight games off the bench this season before his injury

Federal judges decline to extend appointment for interim U.S. attorney in Milwaukee
Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed Schimel in November to a 120-day term as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.

Nonprofit trains truck drivers to notice warning signs of human trafficking
The National Human Trafficking Hotline received 277 contacts from Wisconsin in 2024, according to the Wisconsin DOJ.

No relief from winter this weekend
Cold air and snow will extend into the weekend.

Statewide survey shows perception of Wisconsin tech colleges evolving
More Wisconsin residents hold a favorable option of the state’s technical colleges students, according to a new survey.

'Difficult decisions to make': MPS superintendent discusses vote to cut hundreds of positions
The school board voted to eliminate over 200 positions on Monday.

Childhood vaccination rates in Wisconsin continued to fall last year, data shows
About two-thirds of all children, 66.9%, had the recommended vaccinations at age 24 months, down by almost 2% from 2024.

National Retail Federation: Retail sales tick up in February
Howard business sees an uptick in traffic and sales in recent weeks.

Bill would require local approval for wind and solar energy projects
The Public Service Commission would only be able to approve the projects if local municipalities move them forward.

U.S. and Iran dig in and ramp up threats as war rages with no end in sight
The Pentagon said that about 140 U.S. service members have been wounded since the start of the war.

A Wisconsin whitefish refuge offers lessons for Michigan. But will it last?
Green Bay has become an unlikely whitefish hotspot, even as the species disappears across much of Lake Michigan and the lower Great Lakes.

World News

Lloyds, Bank of Scotland and Halifax apps showed customers other users' transactions
The Lloyds Banking Group customers reported being able to view payments and charges from other sources.

Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns
The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.

Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment
Documents show Sir Keir Starmer was warned the peer's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk".

My phone contents were shared with the police colleague I accused of rape
Police Scotland has been fined £66,000 by a watchdog after it failed to protect sensitive personal information.

Draper fights to 'mind-blowing' win over Djokovic
Jack Draper produces a superb fightback to beat Novak Djokovic and reach the Indian Wells fourth round - a result he believes could be "a real big moment" in his season.

Epstein used modelling agent to recruit girls, Brazilian women tell BBC
Modelling agent used businesses to recruit girls and arrange US visas to visit Jeffrey Epstein, Brazilian women tell BBC.

Student loans inquiry to look at whether system is 'unfair to graduates'
The Treasury Committee will look at whether "the goalposts [have] been moved in a way which is unfair".

'It was the stuff of dreams' - Liza Tarbuck leaves Radio 2 Saturday show
Shaun Keaveny, host of The Rock Show, will stand in for her until the end of the end of the month.

Where did fridge-carrying fundraiser's donations go?
Teesside charity's ex-staff question where donations were spent but its founder denies wrongdoing.

The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'
Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.

'Fingers on the trigger': Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action
Iran's police chief has warned that his forces would treat anyone taking to the streets "at the enemy's request" as an enemy.

What happens if Iran shuts the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran says it will "set fire" to ships trying to sail through the world's most vital oil transit point.

Jeremy Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large
The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC's international editor.

What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?
Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played.

Pete Hegseth brings combative style as face of Trump's war in Iran
The former Fox host projects an image of unapologetic frontman for the world's most powerful military.

My identity was stolen and someone is using it to catfish men - it's terrifying
For four years, Sasha-Jay’s photos have been stolen from social media to impersonate her online.

War in Ukraine spills into Hungarian election campaign
Hungary is going to the polls soon and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has one public enemy in his sights - Ukraine's president.

How a lost suitcase led to a two-year £4,500 legal wrangle with Ryanair
Rosie McGrane says her case never arrived when she travelled from Edinburgh to Copenhagen with Ryanair in September 2023.

Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in Pride and Prejudice-inspired comedy
Ruth Jones says she is "stepping into very big shoes" as she stars in a Jane Austen inspired BBC drama.

Chris Mason: There may be no knockout blows from Mandelson files but it's far from over
This first digital document drop about the prime minister's decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador is interesting, but not explosive.

What did we learn from China's biggest political meeting?
BBC correspondents give us their biggest takeaways from China's National People's Congress.

Volcanic fragments rain down as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts
This eruption episode sent fragments made of ash, pumice, and pieces of volcanic glass into communities, forcing highway closures and the evacuation of tourists.

China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin
The law states that children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten, until the end of high school.

Head chef resigns from world-famous restaurant Noma amid abuse allegations
René Redzepi had previously apologised after ex-employees of the Danish restaurant accused him of creating a toxic work environment.

Weather warnings issued as colder weather and mountain snow forecast
Strong winds are likely across many parts of the UK and conditions are turning colder towards the end of the week.

Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13s
Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube and Roblox are among the platforms UK regulators say aren't putting children's safety at the heart of their products.

John Lewis to pay first staff bonus for four years
The department store and Waitrose supermarket owner will give workers a bonus equivalent to an extra week's pay.

US launches probe into trading partners including the EU, China and India
The move comes weeks after the US Supreme Court struck down a key part of Trump's tariffs policies.

Kanye West ordered to pay $140K in Malibu mansion renovation lawsuit
A handyman had sought $1.7m (£1.267m) from the rapper over claims of unpaid work, medical expenses and being unfairly fired.

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Will War In Iran Really End "Very Soon"?
President Trump says Iran war will be over “very soon”.

Americanswers… on 5Live! Why is Trump’s White House comparing the war in Iran to a video game?
And how much is the war in Iran motivated by oil?