Local Wisconsin News

WIAA Division 2 matchup sees neighboring teams compete
The two schools are located only eight miles away from each other.

PHOTOS: WIAA State Football Championships bring exciting victories
From Grafton to Darlington, several teams took home the title of state champions in their division.

Bill to expand online sports betting stalls in State Assembly
The bill was scheduled for a vote on Wednesday before it was pulled from the calendar.

Staying quiet and warming up this weekend
High temperatures will reach into the 40s and 50s.

DHS shares how to stay safe as you prepare, indulge in holiday foods
From eggnog to cut-out cookies to raw beef sandwiches, there's plenty to be aware of.

Orange Friday provides unofficial kickoff for Wisconsin hunters
Appleton-based Fleet Farm held their annual Orange Friday at stores around the state.

Portage County police ask for help in locating missing 34-year-old Samantha Sackmann
Police said Sackmann was traveling to the Milwaukee area, where her vehicle was found. They believe she's still in the area.

MPS school board votes to renew Carmen Northwest for one year
Leaders had been hoping for a three- or five-year renewal for the independent charter school.

Wisconsin school districts awaiting federal Impact Aid payments
Twenty school districts have not received payments yet this school year.

3 things to watch in Packers vs. Vikings game
The Vikings are 4-6 and in last place. Will the Packers triumph?

Great weekend to get outdoors
We'll see sunshine with highs a little above average.

Cafe manager's quiet heroism helped dozens during Waukesha Christmas parade tragedy
After realizing people were hurt, Heather Wierzchowski helped shelter people at her cafe for safety.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, casserole cook-off, holiday events
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

'You don't have to cut all these trees down': Residents form alliance against Port Washington data center power lines proposal
Many residents in Ozaukee and Washington Counties are uniting to oppose the proposed route for the power lines to the Port Washington data center.

Future of rural health care in Wisconsin
Thursday was National Rural Health Day.

Some Wisconsin retailers say they've seen little consumer pullback this year as holidays approach
A National Retail Federation survey indicates about 60% of consumers have already started shopping for the holidays.

Teen charged in homicide of MPS student near high school
Namar Hicks, 18, was shot and killed two blocks from Assata High School on Nov. 14 after he left for an "early dismissal."

State Assembly unanimously approves veteran housing grant program
The bills were passed following a round of debate on the Assembly floor.

Hugh Jackman to attend Milwaukee premiere of ‘Song Sung Blue’ film
He and the writer and director of the film, which pays homage to a Milwaukee music duo, will be at The Oriental Theatre in Milwaukee on Dec. 2.

Wisconsin clerks refer 46 cases of suspected fraud, irregularities in 2024 presidential election
In total, 127 cases of potential fraud or irregularities covering several elections were referred to prosecutors between Sept. 2024, and Nov. 2025.

World News

Zelensky warns Ukraine risks losing US support over White House peace plan
Vladimir Putin says the plan could be the "basis" for peace but warns Russia is prepared to fight on.

What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war
There are 28 key points and while several on the face of it could be acceptable to Ukraine, others cross Kyiv's red lines.

BBC board member resigns and criticises 'governance issues' at top of corporation
Shumeet Banerji, an ex-management consultant, leaves the BBC board and criticises its governance.

New puberty blockers trial to begin after UK ban
Those taking part in the study will be children under 16 who are going through puberty.

High-profile Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene to quit Congress after Trump feud
The Georgia representative will leave office in the New Year.

'A lot of fighting': Fossil fuel row breaks out at UN climate summit
A row over fossil fuels has broken out at COP30 but this is also likely to be a negotiating tactic.

'Nobody expected it': Tess and Claudia's exit takes Strictly stars by surprise
The celebrities were speaking to BBC News ahead of Blackpool week, a major milestone in the contest.

'I'll be cheering for him': Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani's surprisingly cordial meeting
It was billed as potentially the political showdown of the year. Instead, both men gave one another praise.

I'll stamp all over 'serious fighter' Jake Paul, says Anthony Joshua
Briton Anthony Joshua says he will "stomp all over" Jake Paul and "break" the American as the pair come face-to-face to promote their heavyweight fight.

Superman copy found in mum's attic is most valuable comic ever at $9.12m
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a new record after Man of Steel comic found in a California home is auctioned.

Ex-leader of Reform UK in Wales sentenced to 10-and-a-half years for taking pro-Russia bribes
Nathan Gill, 52, is sentenced to 10 and a half years in prison after admitting taking bribes while an MEP.

Scotland fans caused 'extremely small earthquake' in World Cup qualifier win
Seismic activity was recorded as the Tartan Army celebrated Scotland reaching their first World Cup since 1998.

Move over fillers - here's why people are having facial injections made from fish sperm
They’re derived from fish sperm and celebs including Charlie XCX swear by them. But what are polynucleotides and do they work?

The Papers: 'Trump turns the screw' and 'Farage's pal betrays Britain'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's response to a US-backed plan to end the war with Russia leads Saturday's papers.

How can you tell if your new favourite artist is a real person?
As AI-generated music floods streaming platforms, questions bubble over whether listeners are owed more transparency.

Steve Rosenberg: Putin uncompromising as leaked plan reaches Moscow
Russia and Ukraine may be about to enter a period of intense diplomacy, writes the BBC's Russia editor.

The Greek island of Santorini saw thousands of earthquakes last year - now scientists know why
Thousands of earthquakes were caused by magma "pumping through" Earth's crust for three months, they say.

'Shock and awe - England bring big guns to Ashes shootout'
For the first time in a generation, England finally have the pace bowling to truly worry Australia down under, writes Stephan Shemilt.

Should I take a meter reading when the energy cap changes?
Typical gas and electricity bills are forecast to fall slightly from January when a new energy price cap began.

First Sycamore Gap tree 'offsprings' to be planted
More than half the 49 saplings grown from the illegally felled tree will be planted in a week.

Judge me at next election, Starmer tells doubters
The PM tells the BBC he has made "good steps" on the cost-of-living but it will take time to turn the country around.

Palestinians forced from West Bank refugee camps left in limbo as Israeli demolitions go on
A Human Rights Watch report claims Israel’s forcible displacement of residents from three refugee camps violates international humanitarian law.

Peers trying to block assisted dying, claims MP behind bill
Kim Leadbeater says the draft law is approaching a "crunch point" after peers suggested more than 1,000 changes.

What are Eurovision's new rules after Israel voting controversy?
The BBC's Colin Paterson explains why the rules are being changed.

Serbian president denies involvement in alleged Bosnia 'sniper tourism'
Aleksandar Vucic said he had "never killed anyone, wounded anyone, or done anything similar".

Grizzly bear on loose after attacking school group in Canada, injuring 11
A male teacher "got the whole brunt" of the attack and some children were hit with bear spray.

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The Week: Immigration Reform, Burnham And The Budget
Some migrants to face 20 year wait for settled status.

Marjorie Taylor Greene v Donald Trump
Join Americast for insights and analysis on what's happening inside Trump's White House.

'Shock and awe - England bring big guns to Ashes shootout'
For the first time in a generation, England finally have the pace bowling to truly worry Australia down under, writes Stephan Shemilt.

I'll stomp all over 'serious fighter' Paul - Joshua
Briton Anthony Joshua says he will "stomp all over" Jake Paul and "break" the American as the pair come face-to-face to promote their heavyweight fight.

Premier League clubs to be banned from selling assets to themselves
Clubs will no longer be able to sell assets like hotels and women's teams to themselves from next season as the Premier League moves to a new system of Financial Fair Play.