Local Wisconsin News

Wintry weather sticks around this week
Chilly air and more snowfall lie ahead during the new week.

Jack Hughes scores in overtime as U.S. beats Canada for gold at Olympics
The United States is on top of the hockey world for the first time in nearly a half-century.

Study to explore safety improvements on Highway KK across Fox Cities communities
Four communities and two counties are collaborating as a part of the study, which is being funded by a federal grant.

Renowned CTE doctor has local tie to Appleton historical football exhibit
Seeing the exhibit was a walk down memory lane for the Appleton native, who said she was "shocked" the sport could cause brain damage.

Recapping the 2026 State of the State address
Ryan Burk talks with Gov. Tony Evers, a Republican senator and our political reporter to reflect on this year's speech.

In Focus: GOP shares which bipartisan efforts discussed in State of the State address were Republican ideas
State Sen. Mary Felzkowski discussed the GOP’s response to the governor’s address.

In Focus: Gov. Evers reflects on highlighting ‘compromise’ in his final State of the State address
Evers talked to Spectrum News about taking on a more reflective tone in his speech.

In Focus: Overall takeaways from Evers’ State of the State address
Alex Loroff, Spectrum News political reporter, joined us to walk through what was said.

University of Wisconsin-Parkside campus reopens, security concern resolved
The university did warn of an increased police presence for the remainder of the day.

Jordan Stolz finishes 4th in his last Olympic speedskating race
He missed out on his chance to become the first man since 1994 to collect three gold medals in long track speedskating at one Olympics.

Tensions flare during the State Assembly's final day of the session
The Assembly adjourned late Friday night with no movement on the GOP budget surplus plan.

'We've seen a lot of heartbreak': Milwaukee Fire Department pushes to get more smoke alarms in homes after fatal fire
The first fatal fire of 2026 in Milwaukee happened early Thursday morning on the city's North Side.

Wisconsin businesses react to Supreme Court tariff ruling
Many are unsure about what will happen next.

MPS balancing $46 million deficit with prospect of delayed raises for teachers
The district is presenting three options to teachers, school psychologists.

Milwaukee Brewers extend manager Pat Murphy to multi-year deal
He has a record of 190-134 (.586) with the Brewers and is the first skipper in franchise history to win the award.

‘Resounding rejection:’ Wisconsin lawmakers react to SCOTUS striking down Trump’s tariffs
Sen. Tammy Baldwin said the tariffs caused “economic turbulence,” while Sen. Ron Johnson said now, the justices have created a “HUGE” mess.

10 people killed in snowmobile crashes so far this year in Wisconsin
That’s already close to the total amount of people killed for all of 2025, which was 11.

Lawmakers increasingly say 'I don’t know' to reporters’ questions
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Louisiana, often uses this response when asked about President Donald Trump or his administration.

Green Bay barber shop owner styles NFL coaches and players while giving back
His most popular haircut is named after one of his biggest clients, the Green Bay Packers head coach, and it's called "The Matt LaFleur fade."

High schools prep for ice fishing state championship as growth of team sport thrives
There are about 120 active high school fishing clubs in the state, according to WIFA.

World News

Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped
Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war.

Hamnet's Jessie Buckley and I Swear's Robert Aramayo win big at the Baftas
Brit Aramayo beat US stars such Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet, while One Battle After Another picked up six awards.

Mescal and Abrams go red carpet official, a 'strong language' apology, Paddington's award, and other Bafta highlights
This year's Bafta Film Awards had it all... A-listers, a touch of royalty, Paddington Bear - and the sun even came out, for what felt like the first time all year.

Milan-Cortina 2026 closes with ceremony in Verona
IOC president Kirsty Coventry says the athletes "showed us that the Olympic Games are a place for everyone" as she closes this year's Winter Games.

Billions in SEND funding to make schools in England more inclusive, ministers say
The government is setting out big changes to how children with special educational needs get support.

Mexico's most wanted drug lord 'El Mencho' killed in military operation
Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho", headed one of Mexico's most powerful drug cartels.

Former PM Gordon Brown urges police probe into whether Andrew used RAF bases to meet Epstein
Reports say the former prime minister has demanded a full investigation into Andrew's role as UK trade envoy.

Armed man killed after entering secure perimeter of Trump's residence, Secret Service says
The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can when he was killed, officers said. Trump was in Washington DC at the time.

Trump curious why Iran has not 'capitulated', US envoy Witkoff says
US envoy Steve Witkoff says the president is puzzled why Iran has not yet compromised in the face of a major American military build-up nearby.

Explosions kill police officer and injure 25 in western Ukraine
Twenty-five people were injured by explosions overnight in what officials are calling a terror attack.

Greenland says 'no thanks' to Trump US hospital boat
Greenland's PM reminded Trump of its free healthcare, after Trump said he was sending a boat to aid people who were allegedly "not being taken care of".

'Appalling weekend' - Arokodare & Mundle latest players to be racially abused
Wolves striker Tolu Arokodare and Sunderland winger Romaine Mundle have become the latest Premier League players to be sent racist abuse on social media this weekend.

Baftas red carpet: Wunmi Mosaku, Paul Mescal and Teyana Taylor among stars at film awards
Stars of Sinners, Hamnet and One Battle After Another were among big names attending the ceremony.

Watch: Highlights from the Baftas
One Battle After Another took home best film and Hamnet also saw success in the outstanding British film category.

The winners list in full
One Battle After Another won six awards, followed by I Swear, Sinners and Frankenstein, with three each.

Wunmi Mosaku shows 'ancestral power' with Bafta win
Growing up in Manchester, she is the first black British winner of the supporting actress award.

Why 2026 marks a Winter Olympic turning point for Team GB
Three golds, a record-equalling medal haul - the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics has been one to remember for Team GB.

The uncertainties facing businesses and consumers after Trump's tariff changes
Businesses say questions remain after US President Donald Trump announced he will impose global tariffs of 15%.

The most played music artists for UK cities - some may surprise you
Spotify and YouTube's streaming data for 2025 shows some interesting variations in listening habits.

Are ties and blazers on the way out? Why some schools are pushing for 'active' uniforms
Proponents say relaxed uniforms make life easier for children and are much more practical for physical play.

Andrew is Prince William's problem too - and it makes his future job harder
Andrew's arrest has changed the public's view of the Royal Family, putting pressure on Prince William as he moves closer to being king.

Bones of St Francis of Assisi go on public display in Italy
The remains of Italy's patron saint have only been seen in public once before - for one day in 1978.

Powerful winter storm targets US northeast as NYC issues travel ban
The nor'easter storm has led to travel restrictions in multiple areas, including a full travel ban in New York City.

13,000 calls in three months: How one city is keeping ahead of measles
Nurses and doctors are trying to understand and assuage the concerns some patients have over vaccines.

William in tribute to TikTok medic found dead at barracks
The Prince of Wales has told of his “immense sadness” after 25-year-old Lucy Wilde's death.

Iran students stage first large anti-government protests since deadly crackdown
Student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down by Iranian authorities last month.

Met officers working for Andrew told to guard Epstein's home, emails show
The Met says it has not identified any wrongdoing by its protection officers "at this time".

US ambassador's Israel comments condemned by Arab and Muslim nations
Mike Huckabee suggested Israel would be justified in taking much of the Middle East on Biblical grounds.

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Gordon Brown turns detective over Andrew
Gordon Brown has reportedly demanded a police investigation into the use of RAF bases.

Trump's Tariffs... Trump attacks the Supreme Court over tariff ban
A breaking episode of Americast as POTUS takes on SCOTUS

A star-filled, jaw-dropping black comedy
An Oxford University student is drawn into the world of a charming aristocratic classmate.