Local Wisconsin News

Peaceful period with chilly temperatures
A northerly wind will keep most in the 40s today.

'I have not seen anything to this level': Ringle sees 75 homes damaged after Friday's storms
NWS confirmed an EF-3 tornado was confirmed between Weston and Ringle with estimated winds at approximately 140 mph.

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

Cleanup underway in Rock County after latest round of severe weather
The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down in Rock County Friday evening.

At least 14 tornadoes confirmed from Friday's storms in Wisconsin with more possible
The first confirmed tornado from Friday was in Wind Lake, rating at an EF-1. The second was in Racine County, rating at an EF-0.

PHOTOS: Damage, flooding racks up across state after Friday's storms
It was a relentless week of severe weather across the state of Wisconsin. Friday evening's storms were no different.

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over U.S. blockade and fires on ships
Iranian gunboats opened fire on a tanker Saturday and a projectile hit a container vessel, British military officials said.

Powerful winds and reported tornadoes rip through the Midwest, leaving heavy damage but no deaths
A trail of damaged homes and buildings dotted a wide swath of the U.S. on Saturday after a burst of destructive winds and reported tornadoes.

Wisconsin is the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment
A woman from Wisconsin was one of the cornerstones of the movement. Carrie Chapman Catt was born in Ripon and later moved to Iowa.

Milwaukee area residents trying to prevent flooding
The Menomonee River in Wauwatosa overflowed its banks Wednesday night, submerging walking paths and parks.

Portage deals with flooding, braces for more rain
A large section of Conant Street in Portage was covered with water Friday.

Stevens Point ready for World's Largest Trivia Contest this weekend
The contest lasts for 54 hours straight.

Former Wisconsin man sentenced to 20 months in federal prison for illegal campaign contributions
Court records show U.S. District Judge James Peterson sentenced Roger Hoffman on Wednesday.

Flooded communities face severe weather threat
Another round of severe storms on Friday will impact flooded communities.

Severe thunderstorms take aim at Wisconsin on Friday
All weather hazards are possible including large hail, damaging wind, and a few tornadoes.

Evacuation ordered for Blackhawk Park area in Town of Caledonia
The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office said fire, EMS and law enforcement won’t be able to reach the area for an “extended period of time.”

15,500 fewer Wisconsinites receiving SNAP benefits than last July
New data shows there’s been a massive participation drop since the "One Big Beautiful Bill" was signed into law.

Stormy start to the weekend
Strong to severe storms slice state Friday night into Saturday.

‘This is a last-ditch resort’: Thousands of protesters expected at Ridglan Farms on Sunday
Organizers estimate there will be around 2,000 protesters.

Tips for avoiding scams when seeking repairs after severe storm damage
DATCP said consumers should avoid hiring anyone who comes to their door.

World News

Chief Rabbi says attacks 'gathering momentum' after new synagogue arson attempt
The warning comes after a north-west London synagogue was hit by an arson attack overnight.

Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, ministers say
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week.

Watch: Runners v robots at China half marathon
Robots competed in a half marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, with the winning machine leaving its human rivals for dust.

Chernobyl's last wedding: The couple who married as a nuclear disaster unfolded
Serhiy and Iryna married 40 years ago, unaware a nuclear reactor had exploded less than 3 miles away.

Singer appeals after car with medical equipment is stolen
Jesy Nelson offers a £10,000 reward for the recovery of her car, which had medical equipment inside.

Harry and Meghan's trip felt like a royal tour - except many Aussies weren't interested
The Sussexes' four-day tour of Australia appears to have fallen flat with some.

Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?

'It terrified me': Richard Gadd on his follow-up to Baby Reindeer
Gadd's new six-part drama explores the breakdown of the "unshakable" bond between two Glaswegian men.

A chatbot wrongly told me to go to A&E. But I still use it for health advice
Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.

'Croatia, but cheaper': The quirky holiday spots on trend for 2026
Montenegro and Albania are among the places rising in popularity for Britons seeking a holiday away from tourist traps.

The South Korean authors rising above a tide of hate to become bestsellers
A quiet revolution is unfolding as women writers carve out space in the wake of an anti-feminist backlash.

Spring flowers bloom early due to warmer weather and a wet winter
Warmth after a wet winter has led to brilliant, early displays of UK spring flowers, as Sarah Keith-Lucas explains.

Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in New York
The former US president and New York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.

Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver
The US argues that the waiver is meant to ease the energy supply crunch sparked by the US-Israel war with Iran.

Bodies of 50 infants dumped at Trinidad graveyard
Police say a preliminary investigation shows it may be a case of an "unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses".

Australia's most-decorated soldier vows to fight war crime charges
Ben Roberts-Smith has given his first statement since he was charged with five counts of the war crime of murder last week.

Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say
The band warned on Saturday that consuming the purées many be potentially "life-threatening".

Rude names, railways and a mass trespass - how the Peak District became a tourist attraction
It became the UK's first national park 75 years ago, but has been attracting visitors for longer.

Baby abandoned by roadside is now changing lives
Becky Chaplain, an occupational therapist, is now helping burns patients in West Africa.

'A red kite took my mother-in-law's sausage rolls'
A man believes he has the answer to where a red kite got hold of the savoury snack in Banbury.

'I wouldn't be here without RNLI volunteers'
Chris Haffenden meets one of the RNLI volunteers who saved him after he was trapped by the tide.

Shakespeare's 'missing' home mapped with discovery
A Shakespeare expert identifies the location and size of the property the playwright bought in1613.

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Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump?
Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats

Mandelson Failed Security Vetting...The Prime Minister Speaks Out
Keir Starmer says it's 'staggering' he wasn’t told Mandelson failed security vetting.

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest
Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

Why Man City 'leg-beaters' can make difference against Arsenal - Pulis
Tony Pulis explains why Manchester City's attacking players could prove to be their match-winners in Sunday's Premier League title showdown with leaders Arsenal.

Wild celebrations to verge of tears - time running out for Spurs
Scenes of celebration turned to bitter disappointment as Tottenham's hopes of avoiding relegation from the Premier League were dealt a devastating blow against Brighton.

Driver dies in seven-car crash during Nurburgring race featuring Verstappen
Racing driver Juha Miettinen dies following a seven-car crash during the qualifiers for a race in Germany.