Local Wisconsin News

Post positions and Morning Line Odds for 2026 Kentucky Derby and Oaks
Here's where each thoroughbred and filly is set to line up at Churchill Downs on May 1 and 2.

Pinball, board games and consoles, oh my!: Midwest Gaming Classic returns to Milwaukee this weekend
The three-day event brings gamers together to celebrate the hobby.

Authorities: One of two missing USF students dead; suspect taken into custody
A 26-year-old man has been taken into custody and charged in the death of one of the missing two USF students.

Spring-like weekend forecast
Looking and feeling like spring across Wisconsin.

Farm Bill aims to ban greyhound racing
And the language was amended to ensure it doesn’t impact hunting and dog sports.

Mifflin Street Block Party gears up as safety takes center stage
Officials warn balcony collapses remain the top safety concern.

Janesville continues flood cleanup one week later as damaged items pile up
It’s been one week since a tornado and major flooding hit the Rock County area.

Oshkosh declares State of Emergency as Wisconsin flood issues persist
Fox River on pace to crest next Monday.

Medical College of Wisconsin lab researches impact of psychedelics on the brain
Part of the research is looking at how psychedelics can treat those with mood disorders or battling addiction.

Wisconsin will host spring Drug Take Back Day on April 25
Here's where you can safely dispose of your unwanted and unused medications.

Local short film ‘Aroma-Vision’ to premiere at Milwaukee Film Festival
The Milwaukee Film Festival showcases films from across the Midwest, including many made here in Milwaukee.

125 years of stories: Wisconsin Veterans Museum reflects on legacy of service
The museum is half as old as the country as it marks this milestone. The Wisconsin Veterans Museum will soon see new updates on the horizon.

Quiet and seasonal for your weekend in Wisconsin
Seeing a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the 60s.

Weather changes lead to more unpredictable conditions for Wisconsin farmers
The Wisconsin State Climatology Office confirms the growing season has been starting earlier due to warming temperatures.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Midwest Gaming Classic, Wisconsin Marathon, 100 miles of thrifting
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

'It's a bit overwhelming': Clean up efforts continue in Rock County
The Salvation Army of Rock County is offering free clean up kits. The kit is filled with trash bags, bleach, soap, gloves, masks, and batteries.

Changes to Wisconsin's FoodShare program set to take effect this year
Work requirements are being expanded for participants, along with certain products being banned from the program.

Bay View High School unveil new food truck made and operated by students
Bay View High School got its first look on Thursday at their new food truck called ‘414 ATE’.

'It's heartbreaking watching your community go through this': Shiocton residents return home after floods
On Thursday, the village reopened homes to residents who had to be evacuated from the area last week due to the rising flood waters.

Wisconsin facing floods, wildfire risk at the same time
In 2026, 283 wildfires have burned 704 acres of land in Wisconsin.

World News

Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran war
Iran had earlier said there were no plans for a direct meeting with a US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales elections
Laura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.

Influencer dies days after being hit by car outside Soho nightclub
Klaudia Zakrzewska, 32, from Essex, dies in hospital after a collision on Argyll Street in Soho.

Woman arrested after two children die in Wolverhampton house fire
Police said two boys, aged one and three, died at the scene. They confirmed a woman was in custody.

Giuffre family hold vigil to mark anniversary of her death ahead of King's US visit
Family and supporters of Virginia Giuffre repeated calls for King Charles to meet Epstein survivors.

Woman and child die after getting into difficulty in water at London park
Police described the incident as "tragic" and said they are working to identify the pair’s next of kin.

Orbán steps down from Hungarian parliament after landslide defeat
The outgoing prime minister will not take up his seat after leading his party back into opposition.

Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood warning system left to rust
The flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.

The King faces biggest test of his reign as he heads to visit Trump
The state visit to the US looks fraught with difficulty - but could be key to rescuing the special relationship.

Rochdale v York City: Their day, until it wasn't - the title decider that had it all
Two goals in stoppage time and pitch invasions by both sets of fans. The last day of the National League season lived up to its billing.

Loud eaters, people on phones - the bad behaviour plaguing my cinema trip
Some people are being disruptive in cinemas - despite routine reminders to be considerate to others.

Why bookworms looking for a bestseller are turning to TikTok
The inaugural top 20 is entirely made up of female authors, with Chloe Walsh appearing most frequently.

Watch: How one orangutan braved new bridge to unite his split community
The forest where the Sumatran orangutans live has been split by a road.

Key figure in Mandelson vetting row will not appear to give evidence to MPs
The Foreign Affairs Committee says Ian Collard will only be giving evidence in writing.

Princess of Wales pays tribute to Anzac war dead
She attended a service commemorating Australian and New Zealand troops who died in conflict.

Explosions and gunfire as armed groups launch co-ordinated attacks across Mali
Witnesses report clashes in the centre and north, in what has been described as the largest jihadist attack in years.

Gladiator Giant claims he was axed from BBC show over girlfriend's job
Jamie Bigg says he wanted to publicise his relationship and was told he "wouldn't be continuing" on the show.

'Very funny' naked statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones unveiled
Sir Michael Palin says his fellow Python star Jones would have found the statue "very funny indeed".

Palestinians in West Bank and some in Gaza vote in local elections
Local elections have been held in the occupied West Bank and in one Gazan city, though Hamas and other groups are not taking part.

Watch: Couple who met on bus take double decker to their wedding
The pair are now married after meeting during their commute last summer.

'My choir used my whale sound recordings to make a song celebrating the ocean'
A choir records a track using whale songs a member of the group helped gather in an Icelandic fjord.

Under-16s have their say on possible social media ban
Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media.

Grandfather says Britain's Got Talent duet with grandson was 'greatest moment'
The pair went from singing in care homes to the Britain's Got Talent stage.

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Will another week of Starmer drama impact the elections?
We look at if the latest problems for the PM are impacting the campaign trail

Donald Trump gets on the phone... with Americast’s Sarah Smith
The president talks to Americast’s Sarah Smith about Starmer, the King and Iran.

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest
Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

Trophyless to treble? Man City's quest for more history
Manchester City were in a state of turmoil this time last year – staring at a first trophyless season since 2017 – but they are now in with a chance of a domestic treble.

'It's not done' - Arsenal back up Rice's words with crucial win
Arsenal deliver on Declan Rice's promise that the Premier League title race is "not done" with an important win over Newcastle.

O'Sullivan leads Higgins, Williams loses to Hawkins
Ronnie O'Sullivan leads John Higgins 6-2 after the opening session of their World Championship last-16 tie but Mark Williams, the other member of snooker's fabled 'Class of 92', is eliminated.

Their day, until it wasn't - the title decider that had it all
Two goals in stoppage time and pitch invasions by both sets of fans. The last day of the National League season lived up to its billing.

Has Salah played last Liverpool game? Slot says 'wait and see'
Liverpool will have to "wait and see" whether Mohamed Salah has played his final game for the club, says manager Arne Slot.