Local Wisconsin News

Active weather pattern rolls into the new week
A couple rounds of snow are on the way.

In Focus: Milwaukee organization works to address food demand
Valerie MacMillan, executive director of NourishMKE, joined Spectrum News 1 to discuss where she sees a demand for food services in the city.

Lambeau Field’s unserved food helps feed hundreds in Brown County  
Rooted In Inc. has recovered more than 1,200 pounds of food from the last three games at Lambeau Field.

Impact of nonprofits in Wisconsin
As we approach the holiday season, Ryan Burk talks with several local leaders about how to give back, including what to avoid.

In Focus: How to avoid holiday donation scams
Michelle Reinen, an administrator with the Wisconsin DATCP, shares some of the common tactics scammers use.

In Focus: State Rep. Renuka Mayadev shares how the legislature could help support nonprofits
State Rep. Renuka Mayadev, D-Madison, used to work in the nonprofit sector prior to joining the legislature.

Early-season snow a welcome sign for some Wisconsin businesses
The state has seen a pair of less-than-stellar winters for snow lovers and businesses, but that's changed this year.

Commitee holds first meeting on potential train line connecting Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha
The passenger line could build upon an existing Metra connection from Chicago to Kenosha.

Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion
The merger, announced Friday, would bring two of the industry’s biggest players in film and TV under one roof.

'Grief comes from love': New Berlin mom registers nonprofit for grieving parents to march in Waukesha Christmas parade
Step-off for the parade is set for 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 7.

Yorkville officials plan to discuss proposal for backup data center in Monday meeting
The proposed backup site is at Kuiper Farm, just west of I-94 and north of the Highway 11 interchange in Racine County.

SBA's Red Tape Hotline 'quite literally saved Christmas' for one business owner
A bill to make the Red Tape Hotline permanent passed the House this week.

State Democrats pushing bill to process absentee ballots early
Democrats are looking to take the lead after Republicans backed away from the proposal last month.

Taking the temperature of consumers when it comes to cheese in Wisconsin
A new report looks at how cheese is evolving when it comes to broader shifts in food and wellness.

Neenah native selected as head coach for 2026 U.S. Olympic Women’s Hockey Team
USA Hockey named John Wroblewski, current head coach to the U.S. Women’s National Team, to the position.

Wisconsin lawmakers look to help small businesses bounce back
Some small businesses said they are hoping for a do-over day, after Small Business Saturday was a bust last weekend due to winter weather.

Pitt and Wisconsin mutually agree to cancel 2026 matchup. They'll still face off at Dublin in 2027
The two teams were scheduled to face off at Wisconsin on Sept. 19. Wisconsin instead will host Eastern Michigan on that day.

December's 'Cold Moon' will be the final supermoon of the year
The full moon peaks at 6:14 p.m. EST on Thursday, Dec. 4.

Authorities seize largest amount of fentanyl pills in state history in Manitowoc County
On Jan. 6, 2025, a joint drug investigation led authorities to collect 43.2 pounds of fentanyl that was disguised as prescription medication.

Evers, Office of Violence Prevention open up $10 million grant program
Evers created the Office of Violence Prevention at the start of 2025, allocating the federal funds to the program. Applications are open now.

World News

Briton Lando Norris wins his first F1 title in Abu Dhabi
The tearful 26-year-old thanks his family after he seals the championship by finishing third in the season-ending grand prix.

Backed by his family, propelled by his talent: the rise of Lando Norris
F1 world champion Lando Norris has long seemed destined for the top of his sport, as key figures who worked with him through the junior categories tell BBC Sport.

Child among those treated after pepper spray used in Heathrow robbery
Police say the substance was sprayed as a group of four men robbed a woman in an airport car park lift.

New US security strategy aligns with Russia's vision, Moscow says
The Kremlin welcomes the starkly worded document, which does not cast Russia as a threat to the US.

Rayner will make return to cabinet, says Starmer
The prime minister says his "hugely talented" former deputy will one day return to government.

Don't panic if you get a message about tax after selling 30 items on Vinted
Here's what you need to know about tax rules if you're selling items online.

Strictly semi-finalists confirmed after musicals week elimination
Only four couples remain in this year's competition after Saturday's performances for musical week.

Young people to lose benefits if they turn down work, says minister
Pat McFadden says they would need a "good reason" to decline one of 55,000 new work placements.

Katy Perry goes Instagram official with Justin Trudeau
The pop star posted a string of photographs of herself and the former Canadian prime minister.

Chernobyl radiation shield 'lost safety function' after drone strike, UN watchdog says
The protective shield at the site of the 1986 disaster has lost its main safety function, the IAEA says.

Photographer Martin Parr, whose colourful images captured British life, dies aged 73
Parr rose to prominence in the mid 1980s, his colourful images capturing British life.

Murder investigation after child and woman die in house fire
Gardaí believe the fire was "deliberately started" and described it as a "reckless, callous and murderous attack" on a family home in Edenderry.

Netflix deal puts Gary Lineker in podcast super league - but can he succeed?
In a big money move, Lineker will go head-to-head with his old employer with The Rest Is Football.

Can a new song really become Christmas number one?
This Christmas, to save you from tears, there’s some genuine competition, our music correspondent finds.

'Ketamine Queen' spiralled before Matthew Perry death, friends tell BBC
A new BBC documentary sheds light on how Jasveen Sangha ended up being charged in the Matthew Perry case.

Australia is about to ban kids from using social media - but some teens are a step ahead
The law comes into effect this week but critics worry it can't be enforced - and shouldn't be either.

England in battle to avoid worst Ashes tour in modern times
England are 2-0 down after just six days of the Ashes in Australia - careers and reputations are on the line for the remainder of the series, says Stephan Shemilt.

Covid fraud and error cost taxpayers £10.9bn, report will say
A lack of anti-fraud controls in Covid support schemes is expected to be highlighted in the report.

Benin coup attempt foiled by loyalist troops, interior minister says
A presidential adviser tells the BBC that President Patrice Talon is in a safe location.

Hong Kong votes in election as city mourns deadly fire
The Legislative Council election is seen as a test of public sentiment following a deadly fire.

Nightclub fire in India's Goa kills 25 staff and tourists
Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic in one of Goa's bustling nightlife areas.

Rugby star Sinfield completes gruelling ultramarathon challenge in memory of Rob Burrow
The former Leeds Rhinos rugby star completes seven ultramarathons in seven days for MND charities.

Warning against mushroom foraging in California after fatal poisoning
California's poison control system says there have been 21 poisonings in recent weeks from wild death cap mushrooms.

YouTuber Angry Ginge had I'm a Celeb 'on his bucket list'
Tasha says she could not be prouder of Angry Ginge, whose real name is Morgan Burtwistle.

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The Plan To Get Work Working Again For Young People
The government has a new plan to get nearly a million young people into work.

Is Trump giving the FIFA World Cup a MAGA makeover?
What’s behind Trump’s relationship with FIFA president Gianni Infantino?

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

Johnny Depp braves the perilous seas as Captain Jack Sparrow
Young Henry Turner seeks out Jack Sparrow to help him locate Poseidon's trident.

'England in battle to avoid worst Ashes tour in modern times'
England are 2-0 down after just six days of the Ashes in Australia - careers and reputations are on the line for the remainder of the series, says Stephan Shemilt.

Is there any way back for Salah and Liverpool?
After Mohamed Salah's explosive interview about his Liverpool future, BBC Sport takes a closer look at if there is a way back for him.

Nancy suffers nightmare debut as his Celtic challenge laid bare
BBC Scotland's Martin Dowden assesses Wilfried Nancy's first game in charge of Celtic as Hearts win at Parkhead.