Local Wisconsin News

Winter storm impacts post-Thanksgiving travel in Wisconsin
Snow will continue to blanket the Badger State through early Sunday.

Your forecast focus: Saturday's snow
A weekend winter storm slows down holiday travelers.

How to keep your pets safe during cold spells
If you’re too cold to go outside, so is your pet.

Shoppers take advantage of Black Friday deals at the Corners of Brookfield ahead of winter storm
The National Retail Federation estimated a record-setting 187 million people will shop between now and Cyber Monday.

Wisconsinites prep for looming weekend winter storm
Dane County leaders gathered Friday afternoon to share how they’ll be tackling a significant snowfall expected to last 24 hours.

Some small businesses optimistic amid uncertain forecast
The National Retail Federation estimated a record-setting 187 million people will shop between now and Cyber Monday.

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

3 children killed in Kenosha apartment building fire on Thanksgiving
Police said they responded Nov. 27 after 10 p.m. to a multi-family apartment building that was on fire.

Dontayvion Wicks and Christian Watson help Packers' Jordan Love withstand absence of other receivers
“You’ve got to come in and win these games and try to control your own destiny by winning out,” Love said.

Where you can find a warming center in Wisconsin amid cold temperatures
Recreation centers, libraries and churches are commonly used as warming stations during the day.

How to be prepared for a winter storm
Between snow and blowing winds, some Wisconsinites may see dangerous travel conditions and power outages.

Examining the history of Black Friday
Despite a shift toward online shopping, Walden University said Black Friday remains one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Have a mountain of leftovers after Thanksgiving? Here's how to store, eat them safely
Leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for three to four days, so mark Monday off on your calendar as the last day to gobble up all the goods.

Winter storm will impact your weekend plans
Snow looks to move through late Friday night through early Sunday.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, holiday concerts, Cirque Du Soleil
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Double D's Sports Pub and Eatery opens doors on Thanksgiving to offer meal and watch Packers game
Logan Michalak runs the Double D’s Sports Pub and Eatery with his mother, Amy.

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers beat Lions at their own game
The Packers are 8-3-1 with the Bears coming to Lambeau Field a week from Sunday. This is getting good.

Love matches career high with 4 TD passes, lifting Packers to 31-24 win over Lions
The Packers swept the season series to earn a potential tiebreaker in the NFC North.

Madison churches hold community Thanksgiving dinners
Hundreds of people came together to enjoy food and fellowship for the holiday.

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade brings Pac-Man and Labubu to Manhattan
The parade featured dozens of balloons, floats, clown groups and marching bands.

World News

'One of our greatest writers': King leads tributes to Sir Tom Stoppard
The King and Queen said they were "deeply saddened" by the loss of "a dear friend".

William pays visit to severely ill children from Gaza
The Prince of Wales visits a number of severely ill children from Gaza being treated by the NHS.

Four killed in shooting at child's birthday party in California
Police say 10 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting, with children among the victims.

Venezuela condemns Trump's threat to close country's airspace
The US says it is fighting drugs smuggling, but Venezuela says Donald Trump's aim is to topple President Nicolás Maduro.

Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia.

They have six packs - but they're still jumping on and off weight-loss jabs
As weight-loss drugs grow more popular, experts warn of the risks of using them without supervision for quick, cosmetic results.

It's time to lock in and let your winter arc begin
It helps you ignore distractions and achieve your goals - but how do you avoid burning out?

Why I spend hours painstakingly repairing banknotes
Fixing cash is a thriving new business in Gaza after Israel stopped transfers of banknotes and banks were destroyed and looted.

Drinking is a way of life in Ireland. Can a warning label change that?
The labels, which warn of cancer risks, are among the strongest warnings on alcohol anywhere in the world.

A simple test could have given our son a very different future
Couple say screening for spinal muscular atrophy is crucial so children can get life-changing drugs.

Sir Tom Stoppard: Witty and playful writer who took ideas seriously
He was an award-winning playwright whose works delighted generations.

Hundreds dead and missing in flooding across South East Asia
The region faces some of the worst floods in years, with millions affected in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand.

The Papers: 'Reeves must go' and Tom Stoppard tributes
The ongoing backlash against the chancellor over accusations she misled the public on the nation's economy dominates Sunday's papers.

Norris 'will try everything' to win title in Qatar
Lando Norris lamented missing out on pole position in Qatar, but has not given up hope he can clinch the F1 drivers' title on Sunday.

More than 70,000 killed in Gaza since Israel offensive began, Hamas-run health ministry says
Two young brothers were among the latest killed - reportedly in an Israeli air strike as the Gaza ceasefire remains fragile.

Is tracking your adult children OK or should parents learn to let go?
An expert says parents need their children "to be exposed to challenges" in their lives.

The five things that set the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season apart
2025 was an unusual Atlantic hurricane season. Darren Bett explains what set this season apart from others.

Nigerian villagers 'too scared to speak' after hundreds of schoolchildren kidnapped
Parents of kidnapped children know where the bandits hide out, but are too scared to inform the authorities.

Boy with rare condition amazes doctors after world-first gene therapy
Oliver has an inherited condition called Hunter syndrome, which causes progressive damage to the body and brain.

We met on TV's Blind Date. We're still married after 34 years
Sue and Alex Tatham became the first couple who met on Blind Date to get married. They reflect on a life together 40 years after the show first broadcast.

25 Oscar-tipped films, and how to watch them
Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up.

The school with almost 100% attendance - and how they did it
Attendance rates remain significantly lower than in 2019, but one school is bucking the trend.

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Did Rachel Reeves Mislead the Public Over the Country’s Finances?
No 10 has denied the chancellor misled the public in the run-up to the Budget.

Shein: How the fast fashion disruptor ran into real world problems
The inside story of Shein’s success, and the challenges it faces in its bid to go public

The Brontë sisters' extraordinary battle for recognition
The story of the Bronte sisters, who overcame a life of hardship to become great writers.

Root and Head differ over need for Ashes pink-ball Test
England's Joe Root and Australia's Travis Head offer their views on the need for a pink-ball Ashes Test during a series between cricket's oldest rivals.

Abject failure is becoming the norm - where does Welsh rugby go from here?
BBC Sport Wales ask where does Welsh rugby go from here after another record defeat dished out by South Africa.

Are Chelsea genuine title contenders?
Chelsea host Arsenal in a first versus second match at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, but can they seriously mount a sustained Premier League title challenge?

Man City 'bend rules' to deny Leeds - Farke
Daniel Farke says Manchester City were able to "bend the rules" to deny his Leeds team a precious Premier League point on Saturday at the Etihad Stadium.

Norris 'will try everything' to win title in Qatar
Lando Norris lamented missing out on pole position in Qatar, but has not given up hope he can clinch the F1 drivers' title on Sunday.

TKV stuns Clarke to win British heavyweight title
Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva sensationally beat Frazer Clarke by split-decision to claim the British heavyweight title on a significant night for the sport.