Local Wisconsin News

Push for more green and gold snowplow lights in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, flashing green lights on snowplows and other city and county maintenance vehicles are a safety feature allowed by law since 2022.

Milwaukee chef testifies on Capitol Hill, calls on lawmakers to strengthen the Affordable Care Act
On Thursday, the Senate will vote on two proposals to address health care costs, but neither is expected to pass.

FBI Milwaukee, MPD offer $10,000 reward for information on 12-year-old girl who was fatally shot
Milwaukee Police Inspector Paul Lough said the case has gone cold and there's no new information.

Jury selection for trial of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan begins Thursday
So far, 34 potential jurors have been struck based on an initial questionnaire, leaving roughly 90 potential jurors in the pool.

State Democrats reintroduce 'Save Our Schools' Act
Democrats say legislative Republicans have underfunded public schools for more than a decade.

More snow and Arctic air ahead for Wisconsin this week
Two additional rounds of light snow are possible along with plummeting temperatures by the weekend.

Arctic air begins to settle in across the state
Temperatures overnight will fall into the single digits and teens.

Photos: Another winter storm leaves a fresh blanket of snow across Wisconsin
Take a look at pictures taken by local photographers and viewers throughout the state.

Here are the Wisconsin snowfall totals from the latest storm
Though totals didn’t near the last storm’s amounts, some still saw over a half a foot.

Over $159 million offered to 29 Wisconsin municipalities for lead pipe replacement
The funding is being offered through the Lead Service Line Replacement Program.

Brewers manager Pat Murphy says ace Freddy Peralta 'due to be a wealthy man' with `a lot of acreage'
The 29-year-old right-hander is under contract through 2026 and is coming off a standout season.

Waukesha County pantry receives multimillion donation from Waukesha natives
Waukesha natives Karen and Dick Vaughn chose to donate to a cause close to their hearts.

Arctic air overtakes the state this weekend
The coldest air of the season arrives this weekend.

Here's Milwaukee Public Schools' plan to improve literacy
Improving literacy is a big focus for Milwaukee Public Schools this school year. The district has a new plan to carry out that goal.

Check road conditions around Wisconsin
Plus get WisDOT's winter driving tips.

Rogers Behavioral Health to open new behavioral health hospital in Chippewa Falls
Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill allocating $10 million in state funding for the Rogers campus on Tuesday.

Winneconne first responders rescue a deer in trouble
The Winneconne Police Department shared on social media that a deer got stuck in the river Tuesday.

Milwaukee County leaders work to fight food insecurity
Milwaukee County leaders discussed food insecurity and plans to ensure everyone can get healthy food, regardless of personal circumstances.

Wisconsin judge refuses to step aside as requested by former Trump attorney
The judge also refused to cancel a Monday preliminary hearing for Trump's former attorney.

Milwaukee crews work to keep roadways safe during winter weather
Milwaukee DPW is battling leaf and garbage collection along with treating and taking care of the roads, all at the same time.

World News

US seizes oil tanker off Venezuela as Caracas condemns 'act of piracy'
Footage shows a military helicopter hovering over a large ship, and troops descending on to the deck using ropes.

Venezuelan Nobel winner emerges to collect prize in Oslo after months in hiding
María Corina Machado speaks to the BBC after her secret journey from her home country.

Flu wave hits England's busiest A&E - hundreds of patients are arriving a day
The BBC visits Leicester Royal Infirmary to witness first-hand how it's coping with an early surge in cases of winter bugs.

Why so many people break 20mph speed limits (it's more complicated than you think)
After receiving a speeding ticket, Evan Davis explores why so many people have broken 20mph limits across the country.

Banks to tell you where you might put your money
Targeted support will allow banks and financial firms to make suggestions on how to handle savings.

Sports Personality of the Year shortlist announced
Find out who is on the shortlist for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

Rolling Stones finally approve Fatboy Slim sample after 25 years
One of the most bootlegged dance tracks of all time, Satisfaction Skank, gets an official release.

Last minute offer may avert strike by resident doctors
Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay.

Campaigners question ethics of puberty-blocker trial in legal letter to Streeting
Researchers and the UK regulator say the study is going to help improve care for children questioning their gender.

Exiled Hong Kong activist target of sexually explicit harassment campaign
The campaign saw letters containing fake images of Carmen Lau sent to her neighbours.

Shell facing first UK legal claim over climate impacts of fossil fuels
Survivors of a deadly typhoon in the Philippines have filed a claim against the UK's largest oil company.

Tiger teeth, dried seahorses and shark fins sold illegally on Facebook, BBC finds
Endangered species are being sold online with UK-based firms illegally supplying seahorses, a BBC investigation finds.

Race Across the World has shown we can do something really hard together
The four teams making their way to the final checkpoint tell us how the experience has changed their relationships and them.

'I lost 3st and was sick 40 times a day during pregnancy'
Four women share their stories about extreme nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.

Are remote teachers and AI deepfakes the answer to recruitment issues?
From deepfake teachers to remote maths lessons - how are schools using tech and AI in the classroom?

'Trawl for World Cup fans' and 'women's champion' peerage
Several of the papers have reported on new US immigration mandates, which will apply to visitors from the UK.

Farewell (again) to Neighbours, Australia's longest running soap opera
The series will finish at the end of 2025 - 40 years and more than 9,000 episodes after its debut.

Panic in France as children fall victim to lethal violence of Marseille drug gangs
The number of teenagers involved in the drugs trade has quadrupled in eight years, the government says.

UK pharma boss says US is the best country to invest in
In an interview with the BBC, Dame Emma Walmsley says she will not "shy away" from GSK's US expansion.

Rare public display for Mary Queen of Scots' final letter
The letter was written in the cell where Mary had been imprisoned for 19 years, just hours before she was executed.

Tidy! Dave's Coaches from Gavin & Stacey up for sale - for £200K
Priced at £200,000, the red 33-seater is a "once-in-a-lifetime collectible" for fans of the show.

Watch: Moment skydiver's parachute wraps around plane wing
Footage shows the skydiver stuck on the wing before cutting himself free and continuing with dive.

Trump launches $1m 'gold card' immigration visas
The special visas will be awarded to those who can show they can make a "substantial benefit" to the US.

BBC News app
Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests

Where Did The Covid Fraud Cash Go?
Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report says.

Will a social media ban for Australian teens work?
The world’s first social media ban for under 16’s starts this week – will it succeed?

A festive favourite to spark your Christmas spirit
The feel-good Christmas story, perfect for cosy winter nights

A festive classic, now available on BBC iPlayer
Two women swap homes for the holidays and find unexpected romance and self-discovery.

Sports Personality of the Year shortlist announced
Find out who is on the shortlist for the 2025 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

'No-one downing tools' - Alonso's stay of execution despite loss to Man City
The deafening jeers that greeted former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola before kick-off turned into away-fan cheers thanks to Manchester City's fine victory.

'Mine was for social change, this is not' - King on Battle of the Sexes
Billie Jean King says the 'Battle of the Sexes' match between Aryna Sabalenka and Nick Kyrgios is "not the same" as her era-defining meeting with Bobby Riggs in 1973.

What next after Hamilton's 'nightmare' year?
Lewis Hamilton's first year at Ferrari started with positivity but his and Ferrari's struggles took its toll. Is there reason for optimism in 2026?