Local Wisconsin News

Fight intensifies over battery energy storage facility in Kenosha County
Robin Energy Storage wants to build a battery energy storage facility on farmland east of 392nd Avenue and north of Highway 50 in Wheatland.

Future of Wisconsin's $2B+ budget surplus unclear
If the money is untouched the rest of the year, it will be under the control of a new governor in January.

Marquette University lacrosse player charged in crash that killed 2 teammates
Pete McColgan is the second person to be charged in the deadly downtown crash.

Racine begins lead service line replacement project with goal of removing all lead pipes in five years
Equiflow Lead-Free Program is partially funded by state and federal funding at no cost to residents.

Wisconsin study finds over 50% of deer ticks submitted carry Lyme disease bacteria
The study was conducted by the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute and started in 2024.

Aaron Rodgers says 2026 NFL season will be his last
The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback is entering his 22nd season.

Former Milwaukee city attorney faces additional bail jumping charge
Tearman Spencer is accused of violating a no-contact order regarding his upcoming trial.

Another cool day ahead across the state
High temperatures will be in the 50s and low 60s.

Dozens of current and former incarcerated Wisconsinites will earn bachelor's degrees this spring
As countless graduates walk across the stage this spring, one cohort of Wisconsinites is earning their degrees despite the odds.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Madison area for Memorial Day travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Madison area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Milwaukee area for Memorial Day travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Milwaukee area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Green Bay area for Memorial Day travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Green Bay area.

Wisconsin to get nearly $15.4 million in federal PFAs grant funding
Communities, water systems, and private well owners will be able to apply with the state for a share of the money.

Jacob Misiorowski dominant again, Brice Turang homers as Brewers top Cubs 5-2 to move into 1st
Jake Bauers had two hits and an RBI and Garrett Mitchell drove in a run to help Milwaukee win for the 10th time in its last 12 games.

Resident voices concern over potential pollution from new data center in Ozaukee County
An analysis done by Clean Wisconsin is finding the center will be adding pollutants to the air which could impact the health of residents. 

Two Wisconsin students recognized as national STEM champions
One of them is seventh-grader Nikayla Washington of South Milwaukee and the other is Saanvi Muduganti, a freshman at Onalaska High School.

Getting warmer for the unofficial start of summer
Highs return back above average for Memorial Day.

Wisconsin faith leaders on edge following San Diego mosque shooting
On Tuesday, investigators searched the homes of two teenage gunmen, who are believed to have killed three people at a San Diego Mosque Monday.

Memorial Day cookouts will cost more, as higher fuel prices impact the cost of food
According to the Consumer Price Index, just from March to April, the price of uncooked ground beef and whole milk each rose about 3%.

Eric Nehm talks Giannis' future with the Bucks, hiring of Taylor Jenkins
Nehm also reflects on what the Bucks will do with the 10th pick in the NBA Draft and the chance for the Bucks to contend next year.

World News

Russian jets 'dangerously' intercept RAF spy plane over Black Sea
The unarmed Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft was conducting a "routine international flight" during the incidents, the Ministry of Defence says.

TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says Ofcom
YouTube said it worked with experts to provide appropriate experiences. TikTok said it was disappointed Ofcom had not acknowledged its safety features.

Why illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councils
A ban was meant to bring an end to the practice - but councils continue to fund illegal placements.

UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states
The deal will remove an estimated £580m worth of tariffs from British exports, but rights groups are critical

Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists
France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli port.

London bus driver dies after assault on bridge
Sergei Krajev, 64, was taken to hospital after he was found critically injured on Monday.

Unfair dismissal claims face five-year delay as tribunal backlog grows
Employment tribunal service delays mean people bringing unfair dismissal claims are waiting up to five years in England and Wales.

Supermarkets hit back over pressure to cap price of milk, bread and eggs
A minister confirms talks have taken place but says there will be no mandatory cap on essential food prices.

Southampton lose appeal against play-off expulsion
Southampton lose their appeal against expulsion from the Championship play-off final for spying.

US charges Cuba's Raúl Castro with murder over 1996 downing of two planes
Castro and five others are charged with conspiracy to kill US nationals, murder, and destruction of aircraft

Streeting warns Labour risks losing fight against 'nationalism'
The former health secretary quit last week, saying he'd lost confidence in Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

Race Across the World pals Jo and Kush on fame, friendship and family
The childhood best friends from Liverpool are the youngest duo in this series of the BBC show.

The deadly plane attack at the centre of Castro's indictment
Raúl Castro was armed forces minister when Cuban military jets shot down two civilian planes operated by exiles of the communist country.

The Papers: 'Don't cap food prices' and '20ft from WW3'
A backlash against a food price cap proposal and Russian jets "buzz RAF spy plane" lead Thursday's papers.

Murder or accident? Mystery of Mango tycoon's hiking death after son's arrest
Isak Andic's son Jonathan denies involvement in the fatal fall of his father, who founded one of Europe's biggest clothing empires.

Samsung strike on hold - but the fight isn't over yet. Why?
The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.

The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches
Campaigners in Barbuda, Grenada and Jamaica say they can no longer access their coastlines.

Could a football match soften North Korea-South Korea relations?
A North Korean women's football team played in South Korea marking the first time athletes from the North have crossed the border in nearly 8 years.

Photographer charged with stealing camera of Bondi shooting victim after attack
The man is alleged to have stolen Peter Meagher's camera after the shooting and sold it days later.

SpaceX files for stock market flotation that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
Musk's rocket-maker and satellite internet provider will trade under the ticker SPCX

'At least it wasn't on my head': King laughs off bird poo misfortune
King Charles and Queen Camilla are continuing engagements on day two of their visit to Northern Ireland.

Backlash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins
The education secretary defends videos starring The Only Way Is Essex star promoting post-16 education.

UK to provide up to £20m to help contain ebola outbreak
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.

Fuel duty freeze extended until the end of the year
Fuel duty was initially cut by 5p in March 2022, under the Conservative government.

Channel 4 boss 'deeply sorry' over MAFS UK rape allegations
Priya Dogra says a Panorama which included allegations from former cast members was "very troubling" to watch.

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Has The UK Softened Russia Oil Sanctions?
And fuel duty freeze extended to the end of the year

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Has Zohran Mamdani achieved a miracle in New York?
The new mayor says he’s rescued NYC from its budget crisis

'We'll go down in history' - Villa's new heroes triumph to end 30-year wait
Aston Villa beat Freiburg in Istanbul to win the Europa League, with a new generation of heroes etching their names in the history books.

Southampton lose appeal against play-off expulsion over Spygate
Southampton lose their appeal against expulsion from the Championship play-off final for spying.

Chess, lectures & ignoring noise: Emery masters Europe again
Unai Emery delivers Aston Villa their first trophy in 30 years with a 3-0 win over Freiburg in the Europa League final. BBC Sport takes a look at the man behind Villa's famous victory.

Capsey and Bell impress as England win T20 opener
Alice Capsey hits unbeaten 74 after Lauren Bell's 2-23 helps England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the first T20.