Local Wisconsin News

Snow storms offer welcome boost for some local businesses
Local businesses help northern Wisconsin dig out of snow.

Bomb cyclone brings blizzards to Midwest before turning east
The National Weather Service warned of whiteout conditions and blizzard conditions that could make travel impossible in some areas.

Looking for ways to keep your kids entertained over winter break? Some options in Milwaukee County
A handful of indoor and outdoor activity options for kids and families to enjoy during winter break.

Get a look at snow totals from Sunday's winter storm
As of 1 p.m. Monday, Gile had 19.5 inches of recorded snow.

Roads turn treacherous throughout northern Wisconsin
More than 12 inches of snow fell in parts of Oneida County.

Breezy and bitter cold overnight
Most of the state will start Tuesday with subzero wind chill values.

‘It's a real missed opportunity for the state of Wisconsin’: Senate Democrats talk about the need to address affordability in 2026
With new legislative maps that will put the balance of power up for grabs in 2026, the party hopes to pick up a net gain of just two seats.

A look at how Trump-era work requirements could impact people who receive public benefits
The Trump administration made work requirements for low-income people receiving government assistance a priority in 2025.

Packers' Malik Willis downplays his shoulder issue after delivering huge performance in loss
Willis had performed brilliantly while starting in place of Jordan Love until he appeared to aggravate an injury to his throwing shoulder.

The Packers won't have a long playoff run if teams keep running all over them
For the second straight year, the Green Bay Packers are heading in the wrong direction as the playoffs approach.

Guard Zaide Lowery no longer part of Marquette men's basketball program
The 6-foot-5 guard had averaged 8.1 points and 2.9 rebounds this season.

Here are Wisconsin’s top searches on Google in 2025
From the obsession with KPop Demon Hunters to the Swift-Kelce mania, a lot happened in 2025. Here's what Wisconsinites were searching.

'It actually makes you want to go home and put on some Neil Diamond music': Local moviegoers react to 'Song Sung Blue' playing in theaters
Song Sung Blue pays homage to the legendary Milwaukee tribute band Lightning & Thunder.

Kwanzaafest celebrates African American culture in Milwaukee
The fest highlights the weeklong holiday.

One person is dead and another is injured in midair helicopter crash in New Jersey, officials say
Hammonton Police Chief Kevin Friel said rescuers responded to a report of an aviation crash around 11:25 a.m. on Sunday.

In Focus: State Supreme Court election, bipartisan budget a major focus of 2025
We revisit key accomplishments of 2025 in the Wisconsin State Legislature.

Looking back at 2025 in Wisconsin
Ryan Burks runs back through our "In Focus" interviews of 2025.

A look back at Wisconsin's major weather, celestial events in 2025
From historic floods to Northern Lights, here's what happened this year.

In Focus: Data centers, cellphone bans and the NFL Draft big spotlights in 2025
Here's a look back at some of the major developments in the last year.

In Focus: Reflecting on tourism in 2025
We highlight several counties around the state.

World News

Idris Elba knighted as Sarina Wiegman and Lionesses lead New Year Honours
Ice skaters Torvill and Dean, and members of the winning Lionesses and Red Roses receive gongs.

Ice skating duo Torvill and Dean recognised in honours list
Ice skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean become a dame and knight in the New Year Honours list, while England women's manager Sarina Wiegman is made an honorary dame.

Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash that killed two team members
The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash, which killed two team members and close friends.

Government to review 'information failures' in British-Egyptian activist case
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says she and Sir Keir Starmer were unaware of Alaa Abd El Fattah's "abhorrent" historical tweets.

Music in 2026: Who's releasing new albums and will Oasis play Knebworth?
Music correspondent Mark Savage previews the biggest albums, tours and festivals of the coming year.

Russia's losses in Ukraine rise faster than ever, as US pushes for peace deal
A steep rise in soldiers' obituaries is documented by the BBC as part of its work in counting Russian war losses.

Ukraine denies drone attack on Putin's residence
Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting a presidential residence, which President Zelensky called "typical Russian lies".

Cabinet Office withdraws Andrew papers after 'error'
Documents mentioning Andrew were briefly released before being withdrawn from the National Archives.

Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers
Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites.

Alpacas, buses and pints: Five laws you may have missed in 2025
More than 30 new laws have been created this year, including these lesser-known bits of legislation.

Trump hopes to reach phase two of Gaza ceasefire 'very quickly'
The US president also warns Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm, after talks with Netanyahu.

K-pop band NewJeans breaks up after bitter feud with record label
Ador says it has dropped NewJeans member Danielle Marsh while the return of Minji remains uncertain.

Cynthia Erivo's journey from nativity play solo to MBE
The London-born superstar is made an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for her musical and acting work.

Oldest Post Office scandal victim made OBE
Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.

How does the UK honours system work?
How the New Year, King's Birthday, and other honours are decided and awarded.

To you, to MBE: Paul Chuckle honoured
Comedian Paul Elliott and scriptwriter Roy Clarke are among those given a New Year Honour.

Do saunas really boost your health?
Saunas and cold water swims are booming, but what does science actually say about the benefits?

Why did Edinburgh become the home of Hogmanay?
The history of New Year's Eve street parties in Edinburgh goes back centuries.

Photographing the hidden world of slime mould
Meet Barry Webb and his award-winning images of the tiny world of slime mould.

Coups, elections and protests - a difficult year for democracy in Africa
Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.

The Papers: Anthony Joshua in 'horror crash' and honours for 'pride of England'
Anthony Joshua survives fatal Nigeria car crash and the King's New Year Honours lead today's papers.

Part 1: What was the first executive order that Trump signed after being sworn in?
Test your memory of 2025 in the first part of our quiz. What happened from January to March?

Part 2: Katy Perry and five other women flew to the edge of space - what did she sing?
Test your memory of 2025 in the second part of our quiz. What happened from April to June?

Part 3: Which of England's women played Euro 2025 with a fractured leg?
Test your memory of 2025 in the third part of our quiz. What happened from July to September?

Part 4: Alan Carr won Celebrity Traitors. But who was the first contestant to be murdered?
Test your memory of 2025 in the final part of our quiz. What happened from October to December?

Mother and two children die in Boxing Day blaze
One man, a serving police officer, escaped the fire but his wife and their two children died in the blaze.

Beyoncé declared a billionaire by Forbes
The star joins Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen and her husband Jay-Z with 10-figure fortunes.

Littler thanks booing crowd for 'paying for my prize money' as he reaches quarter-finals
Defending champion Luke Littler thanks booing crowd for "paying my prize money" as he battles past previous winner Rob Cross to reach PDC World Championship quarter-finals.

Bangladesh's first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80
Zia became the country's first female leader in 1991 after its first democratic election in 20 years.

Claudia Winkleman to host new chat show on BBC One
It will be produced by So Television, which is also behind Graham Norton's award-winning chat show.

US man charged after backyard shooting practice allegedly kills woman blocks away
The victim sitting on her porch, holding a child, on Christmas Day when she was struck by a bullet.

Passengers on stranded cruise ship to be flown back to Australia
The Coral Adventurer was on its first trip since the death of a passenger when it ran aground on a coral reef off the coast of Papua New Guinea.