Local Wisconsin News

Study shows removal of I-794 could result in loss of $450 million to economy
For years, leaders and community members have been considering the future of the highway that runs straight through downtown.

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959
Oregon and Texas Tech were tied for No. 6, and Oklahoma rose three spots to No. 8 following its win at Alabama.

26 Wisconsin locations to receive another round of federal funding to build EV charging stations
Wisconsin will get $14 million as part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program.

‘It’s like you got to rob, kill and steal to make that payment’: Property tax increases put some homeowners in a tough spot
How increasing property value assessments, school district levies and more create challenges.

'It’s a strong signal to our industry to get your act together': Hemp farmer reacts to federal ban
The provision in the bill would ban THC-infused drinks and gummies.

Jordan Love throws 2 TD passes as Packers beat Giants 27-20 to end their skid
Trailing early and having lost their last two games, the Packers could have been in real trouble when Love took a big hit to his left shoulder.

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers escape with giant victory
The Green Bay Packers’ 27-20 victory Sunday over the New York Giants in New Jersey provided feelings of relief and joy.

Now Hiring: Madison trades giant helps build next-gen techs
Dave Jones, Inc. is Wisconsin’s largest employer of apprentices, with more than 200 currently enrolled.

Clouds increase today with a wintry mix tonight
Clouds arrive later today with a wintry mix overnight.

FAA lifts order slashing flights, allowing commercial airlines to resume their regular schedules
The restrictions were due to staffing shortages at air traffic control facilities during the government shutdown.

‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office
“Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” pulled in $21.3 million, according to studio estimates Sunday.

French Carmelite saint attracts thousands to Holy Hill
Relics of St. Thérèse of Lisieux are on display at Holy Hill as a part of its 2025 U.S. tour.

Towns along 'MadWaukee' corridor seeing more growth
More companies have been investing in the area for its strategic location and workforce availability.

Can the woolly bear caterpillar forecast winter in Wisconsin?
The folklore started in the 1940s when a scientist who collected a small number of them made a prediction about the weather.

In Focus: How groups work to help public better understand digital currency
Ian McCullough is executive director of the Wisconsin Blockchain Business Council.

In Focus: What is cryptocurrency and how does it impact the economy?
Spencer X Smith, an instructor at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, shares some insights.

Breaking down the rise in crypto
Ryan Burks talks with leaders in the cryptocurrency space about understanding the digital currency and how it impacts the economy.

In Focus: Rep. Neylon introduces Crypto Clarity and Innovation Act
Here's what it entails.

Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial looks to expand with $3 million museum and educational center
The new building will be around 4,500 square feet and have an exhibit space with interactive displays and education stations.

Wisconsin chief economic strategist talks markets and trends
Spectrum News talked with Brian Jacobsen, the chief economic strategist from Annex Wealth Management, about the markets and trends.

World News

Six key takeaways from the proposed asylum system reforms
What we know so far about Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's proposed reforms.

Snow and ice warnings issued by Met Office as sub-zero temperatures forecast
The weather has turned colder with the risk of snow and ice in parts of the UK as Simon King explains.

Polish PM says railway explosion was 'unprecedented act of sabotage'
Authorities say the blast happened on a line leading to the border with Ukraine.

How ousted Bangladesh PM went from pro-democracy icon to autocrat facing death sentence
Sheikh Hasina is credited for the country's economic progress but also accused of authoritarianism.

Police admit unlawful arrest and pay £20k to couple who complained about school on WhatsApp
A couple unlawfully arrested over complaints about their child's school say police have paid them damages.

Pupils banned from singing KPop Demon Hunters songs due to school's 'Christian ethos'
The head teacher tells parents references to demons can feel "deeply uncomfortable" to Christians.

Trump calls on House Republicans to vote to release Epstein files
"We have nothing to hide," the US president writes - a reversal after previously resisting publishing the documents.

Two US marines implicated in killing family in notorious Iraq war shooting, expert tells BBC
New evidence raises doubts about the longest US war crimes investigation of the Iraq war and how US forces are held to account.

Clair Obscur leads Game Awards nominations
The French-made role-playing game gets a record 12 nominations in total, including Game of the Year.

'She's cuter than me,' says Renée Zellweger on new Bridget Jones statue
A new statue celebrating the character was unveiled in London's Leicester Square on Monday.

British hacker must repay £4m after hijacking celebrity Twitter accounts
Joseph O'Connor, from Liverpool, hacked more than 130 accounts in July 2020 to promote a Bitcoin scam.

Mysterious drones have been spotted at airports across Europe. How worried should we be?
Drones have been found across Western Europe near airports, military bases and power plants, as part of a suspected programme of 'hybrid warfare'

Three things you can do if your child's friends annoy you
It's tempting to tell your child they can't hang out with a friend, but that often won't solve the problem.

Is Anthony Joshua risking his legacy by fighting social media star Jake Paul?
BBC Sport assesses what fighting YouTuber Jake Paul will do for Anthony Joshua's career and legacy.

'She's still funny and recognises us' - Pauline Quirke's family open up about her dementia
They told BBC Breakfast they wanted to raise awareness and funds for the condition.

When is the Epstein files vote - and what happens next?
There are still procedural and legal hurdles to cross before the files can be released to the public.

Anthony Joshua to fight YouTube star Jake Paul in December
YouTuber Jake Paul will fight ex-world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in a professional bout in December.

Bake Off winner and Strictly star John Whaite reveals steroid addiction
The Strictly runner-up says he began taking steroids because he was unhappy with his body.

Agency staff covering for Birmingham bin strike vote to take industrial action
Unite say the staff are not crossing picket lines, due to intimidation at the council's refuse section.

France investigating Vinted over alleged links to pornographic content
Some sellers were found to be luring viewers to their personal pages on adult platforms such as OnlyFans.

Devices that enable keyless car thefts being sold for £20k online, BBC finds
It is not illegal currently to own the gadgets but the government has promised to ban them.

Man who grabbed Ariana Grande at premiere jailed in Singapore
"Serial intruder" Johnson Wen was given nine days in jail for being a public nuisance.

Pocket watch from 1907 with alarm and thermometer sets world record as it sells for £2.1m
Carl Player flew to Switzerland for the sale of the watch made by his great-great grandfather.

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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.

Are cracks showing inside Trump’s MAGA movement?
The growing questions from Republicans on how Trump is running the country

The engrossing biopic of a Hollywood icon's early years
Based on a true story, starring Toby Jones, Lesley Manville and Harry Lawtey

Renée Zellweger stars as the iconic Bridget Jones
Romantic comedy. A neurotic thirtysomething resolves to take control of her life at last.

Is Bellingham Tuchel's best player or problem to solve?
BBC Sport explores Jude Bellingham and Thomas Tuchel's latest dispute and what it means moving forward.

'Circus' or 'can't blame him' - is Joshua right to take Paul fight?
BBC Sport assesses what fighting YouTuber Jake Paul will do for Anthony Joshua's career and legacy.

'He'd have lit up like a Christmas tree' - McGrath on scans, Bazball & Australia
Ex-Australia fast bowler Glenn McGrath questions if backroom staff have too much influence when they send bowlers for routine scans.

Was Gattuso right - is World Cup qualifying unfair on Europe?
Was Italy coach Genaro Gattuso making a fair point on places for Europe at the World Cup? Or was it just sour grapes?