Local Wisconsin News

Measles cases climb to 243 in Wisconsin so far this year
More cases were added to Southwest Wisconsin outbreak, which is currently the largest in the state.

Group Health Cooperative opens Pathways to Recovery program
The new program aims to expand substance use treatment to reach more people in need.

Packers' offensive line shuffle continues with Banks and Monk getting ruled out for Buccaneers game
Friday’s update follows the Packers’ additions of veteran guards Kevin Zeitler, Laken Tomlinson and Mekhi Becton — all former first-round draft picks.

Milwaukee brothers use youth sports to support local church
Three Milwaukee brothers use youth sports to raise money, collect food and recruit volunteers for nonprofits.

Wisconsin food bank closing down as need spikes
Kenosha Food Bank announced its closure Friday.

Madison police investigate shooting of 16-year-old
Police said the boy’s mother has been gone for a month and no one has been checking on him.

Rally for the Valley supports Fox Cities tornado recovery in Menasha
The event includes performances by bands Soul Asylum and Fountains of Wayne, along with comedian Charlie Berens.

Impact of U.S./Canada trade war on Wisconsin's dairy farmers
Leaders from Wisconsin's agriculture community said they hope for a more balanced trade agreement with Canada.

La Crosse Police seeking 16-year-old suspect in shooting death of 15-year-old
15-year-old Rashied Schuelke was shot and killed on Thursday night.

Brewers prepare for playoff series against Padres at American Family Field
The Brewers open a best-of-five division series at American Family Field against a Padres team that surged into the playoffs.

Chilly temperatures will lead to some frost concerns tonight
Lows will dip into the 30s and 40s.

'The Wiz' eases on down the road to Madison
"The Wiz" runs at the Overture Center for the Arts from Oct. 6 to 11.

Preble High School employee under investigation by police for alleged inappropriate conduct
Police are now investigating, but no arrests have been made yet.

CBS announces Tony Romo's permanent exit following arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated
Romo had been on leave since his July 23 arrest in Wisconsin.

Pete Crow-Armstrong wins Baseball Digest player of the year. Jacob Misiorowski voted top pitcher
Misiorowski went 16-5 while leading the majors with a 1.80 ERA and 252 strikeouts to propel Milwaukee to the best record in the big leagues.

Packers receivers forced to adjust without Jayden Reed
Skyy Moore is among some of the Packers receivers that will have to take on larger role at Tampa.

Mequon doctor sentenced to 2 years and 3 months in prison for unlawful prescribing
He was charged in June with one count of conspiracy to distribute controlled substance outside of a professional practice and without medical purpose.

Vendors reflect on first months of Madison Public Market
Madison Public Market vendors said community support helped them adapt after a delayed grand opening, with a celebration set for Nov. 19.

Great forecast for the first weekend of October
Most of the weekend will be quiet with seasonable conditions.

Winnebago County emergency managers reflect on response to the July 27 EF-3 Fox Cities tornado
In Winnebago County, emergency management professionals said years of planning helped guide the early response and recovery efforts after the storm.

World News

Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says
The man accused of trying to take over the Israel-bound jet is named as Hamam al-Hammami by several media outlets.

UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford released on bail
The 25-year-old man was arrested in the London borough of Westminster on Thursday.

Kemi Badenoch has cemented her image. Now she wants to put her party back on the big stage
The Conservative leader is expected to set out a return to core conservative principles at the party’s annual conference.

Widdecombe suspect charged with planning terror act against Farage
Counter terror police say the further charge comes after a "hugely intensive and complex investigation".

Russia strikes second major bridge in Kyiv, mayor says
The strike on Northern Bridge comes after repeat attacks on another major bridge in recent days.

Homemade bombs part of alleged plot on Manchester's Jewish community, court told
The pair were arrested on the eve of Yom Kippur, considered the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

Traitors claim their first victim as Richard E Grant tries to save his skin
There was a murder and a recruitment in the latest episode, and that was just in the opening minutes.

EV drivers love their cars, but some passengers feel sick - this could be why
Motion sickness is caused by a mismatch in sensory cues and women and children are more susceptible, experts say.

Spoiler alert! Is social media ruining big gig surprises?
Big moments from headline acts are shared online long before many fans see their favourite artists.

Why thousands of couples are choosing Scotland to say 'I do'
A quarter of all marriages in Scotland involve couples who don't live here but see it as the ultimate wedding destination.

Could El Niño mean there are no Atlantic hurricanes this year?
For the first time in three decades there has not been a single Atlantic hurricane in September, normally the most active month.

How rapist priest exploited charisma to abuse his 'cult-like' congregation
Chris Brain, who led nightclub-style services in the 1980s and 90s, is convicted of rape.

Newly released video shows Luigi Mangione’s arrest
The bodycam footage also shows a police officer finding a gun in Mangione's backpack, days after the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

G7 to release millions of barrels of oil and diesel after Trump threat
The co-ordinated release is aimed at heading off further price spikes and avoiding a ban on US diesel exports.

Woman deceived ex-partner that she had given birth to his babies, judge rules
The man paid his ex-partner around £30,000 over two years believing she had given birth to his children.

Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills
Immediate action is needed to help households struggling with bills this winter, says trade body Energy UK.

Women given shorts at Oktoberfest to prevent upskirting
The step at the Munich festival comes after thousands of voyeuristic videos emerged on social media.

Boy, 6, who died in van crash was 'loved more deeply than words could ever express'
Harrison Jones was killed after being struck by a Ford Transit Tipper outside his home in Llanfairfechan.

Tories pledge to build 50,000 new prison places
The party says its proposals would stop prisoners being released early and cut crime.

You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it
Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.

New life for dog rescued from house with 83 others
Katy is one of the springer spaniels who has now been rehomed after RSPCA investigation.

Girl, 12, campaigns for healthier hospital food
Audrina, 12, launched a petition after spending time in hospital with cancer.

Watch: Starship splashdown ends in fireball
The mission was supposed to last 10 hours, but SpaceX announced it was ending after 90 minutes.

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Verstappen takes first 2026 pole ahead of Hamilton
Max Verstappen takes his and Red Bull's first pole position of 2026 with an imperious performance in qualifying at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

Which clubs did Man City's 'inflated' money flow to in transfer market?
BBC Sport follows the trail of transfer money flowing to other clubs during Manchester City's period of financial rule-breaking.

Pretorius breaks Gayle's T20 record score
Lhuan-dre Pretorius breaks Chris Gayle's record for the highest score in a men's T20 match with an unbeaten 188 in a domestic fixture in South Africa.

Lewandowski, 38, hits hat-trick in 6-0 Poland win
Robert Lewandowski, 38, scores a hat-trick in the Nations League and Edin Dzeko plays his final game for Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Kim wins Asian Games gold to secure military exemption
Golfer Tom Kim wins gold at the Asian Games to secure an exemption from mandatory service in South Korea's military.

Joker persona helps Cong 'feel the fear' in opponents
Wang Cong dismisses critics who say she she is not deserving of facing Natalia Silva for the flyweight world title at UFC 332 on Saturday.

India beat Pakistan to take Asian Games gold
Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma set India on their way to victory as they beat Pakistan to win gold at the Asian Games.