Local Wisconsin News

Milwaukee marks Word Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
An event is planned for Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Century City Tower Building at 4201 N. 27th Street in Milwaukee.

'Where did the water start?': Insurance agent explains what you need to know about flood coverage
The advice comes as Wisconsinites battle denied insurance claims after the August floods.

BBC apologizes to Trump over its misleading edit, but says there's no basis for a defamation claim
The publicly funded broadcaster said there are no plans to rebroadcast the documentary.

'It just doesn't work': FDA proposes to end use of some OTC cold medications
The FDA has concluded that phenylephrine is ineffective orally in cold medicines.

Federal funding bill suddenly upends Wisconsin farmers, hemp industry
Industry experts said the ban came as a surprise.

Trump administration repealing protections for key swaths of Alaska petroleum reserve
The rules restricted future leasing and industrial development in certain areas within the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska.

Wisconsin business reacts to hemp ban
The short-term funding deal signed Wednesday night to reopen the government had a provision in it that outlaws hemp-based THC drinks and gummies.

‘We have to make sure that we’re partners instead of observers’: Gov. Tony Evers continues his fight against food insecurity in Wisconsin
While the latest funding deal ensures those who rely on food assistance won’t face interruption through the budget year, many are still struggling.

Blue Origin launches NASA’s Mars mission despite issues, scrubs; becomes second company to land rocket on droneship
After dealing with space weather and issues, Blue Origin launched two satellites to Mars.

3 things to watch in Packers vs. Giants game
The Packers are playing the Giants for the third time in four years, and it’s the second time in three years they’re meeting at MetLife Stadium.

Clear overnight with more warmth to end the week
Highs on Friday will reach into the 60s in many places.

Wisconsin man gets 25 years in federal prison for sexually assaulting child
Rodney Hanes, 59, was previously convicted of a sexual assault in 1995.

If you or a loved one struggle with suicidal thoughts, help is available now
You are not alone.

Heat is increasing on Matt LaFleur as the Packers visit the Giants
Green Bay's offense gets to face one of the worst-ranked defenses in the NFL, which has allowed over 27 points a game.

Wisconsin legislators have mixed reactions to passage of funding bill to reopen government
Wisconsin Democrats were still unsatisfied with the lack of ACA subsidy extension, while Republicans celebrated the action.

PHOTOS: Northern Lights shine bright across Wisconsin
Check out photos of Tuesday and Wednesday nights' colorful skies in the Badger State.

Warmer weekend with a slim chance for rain
High temperatures only reach the 30s by Sunday.

Retailers adjust to meet shifting consumer trends during holiday season
One national report indicates as many as 20% of shoppers plan to start holiday shopping earlier.

Starbucks workers kick off 65-store U.S. strike on company's busy Red Cup Day
Starbucks emphasized that the vast majority of its U.S. stores would be open and operating as usual Thursday.

MPS receives federal funding via GEAR UP Grant
MPS leaders said the grant money will be used, starting in 2026, to prepare students for college.

World News

BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation
Lawyers for the US president have threatened to sue the corporation for $1bn (£759m).

No-fault evictions to be banned in England from May
The government confirms timeline for reforms to England’s rental market, including ending bidding wars.

Doctors to begin five-day walkout in England
NHS bosses say they are aiming to keep nearly all services running during the strike.

Councils warn of 'total collapse' in special needs system
The government is facing political pressure as it tries to reform the "broken" system of support for children with special educational needs.

Mahmood expected to adopt 'temporary stays only' rule for successful asylum seekers
The Home Secretary is expected to announce asylum seekers can only stay in the UK temporarily.

TikTok award winner Max: 'It takes me hours to make the content you scroll on the toilet'
Max Klymenko won creator of the year while Bemi Orojuogun, better known as bus aunty, won video of the year.

Amber warnings issued ahead of heavy rain from Storm Claudia
Storm Claudia is set to bring heavy and persistent rain to parts of the UK with amber warnings issued with risk of flooding and disruption.

'I could hardly walk' - the issue that affects one in five mums
Two mothers who experienced pelvic girdle pain say being aware of the risk will help people seek treatment.

Watch: Blue Origin rocket successfully lands booster for first time
Jeff Bezos' space company saw its first successful return landing of a reusable booster - a feat that SpaceX pioneered.

Met investigating 'tens of grooming gang cases' in London
Sir Mark warned against using "grooming gangs" as a catch-all term as it covers different offences.

Israel confirms identity of hostage body returned by Hamas as Meny Godard
Godard was 73 when he was killed during Hamas's raid on kibbutz Be'eri on 7 October 2023.

Ex-Bangladesh leader tells BBC she's not guilty of crimes against humanity
Sheikh Hasina tells the BBC her trial in absentia is destined to deliver a "pre-ordained guilty verdict".

The TikTok mum helping others from her son's hospital bedside
Kirsty Grandison is using social media to share her experience of caring for her severely brain damaged son.

Weekly quiz: Who did Alan Carr give his Celebrity Traitors prize to?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

The Papers: 'BBC's apology to Trump' and '84 in, 113 out' on migrants deal
The BBC's apology to Donald Trump and stricter asylum reforms dominate Friday's papers.

Better-targeted online marketing or 'creepy slop' - the dilemma of AI ads
Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.

Our dogs' diversity can be traced back to the Stone Age
A new study suggests their physical transformation began much earlier than we previously thought.

Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are striking between 14 and 19 November, in their 13th walkout since 2023.

The multiple occasions Sara Sharif was failed before she was murdered
Review finds "different actions could and should have been taken" leading up to the 10-year-old's death.

Peers suggest over 900 changes to assisted dying bill
Experts say the volume is a record, and backers of the bill fear opponents are using delaying tactics.

Watch: Seal jumps aboard photographer's boat to escape orcas
Charvet Drucker was photographing a pod of orcas when a seal boarded her boat to escape the hunt.

Fans call for arrest of man who grabbed Ariana Grande
Johnson Wen charged at the actress in Singapore, during the Asia-Pacific premiere of Wicked: For Good.

Germany agrees new military service plan to boost troop numbers
The new military service plan will mandate all 18-year-old men to fill out a questionnaire on their suitability to serve.

Pat Butcher to return to EastEnders in episode about dementia
The beloved character, played by Pam St Clement, returns next month in Nigel's memories from the 90s.

Early trends in key Indian state election show Modi's alliance ahead
Bihar is among the few Indian states where Modi's party has not managed to form a government yet on its own.

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How to limit the power of big tech
The deputy PM turned Meta executive on the influence of tech bosses like Mark Zuckerberg.

Trump vs the BBC…what happens next?
And the US president is mentioned in new Epstein emails

'Maybe I got in Ronaldo's head' - managers react to Portugal star's red
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off in his side's defeat against the Republic of Ireland but was it deserved?

'Saka cements place alongside Kane as Tuchel's trusted lieutenants'
England head coach Thomas Tuchel still has selection questions to answer, but Bukayo Saka shows he is a World Cup starter, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

'Where do we look now?' Heskey on lack of England strikers
Emile Heskey feels it is difficult to see who the next main England striker will be, following the decline of the traditional number nine.

Eubank Sr denies being paid to reunite with son
Chris Eubank Sr refutes claims he was paid to attend April's fight between his son Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn, in the build-up to Saturday's rematch.