Local Wisconsin News

Health care workers praise new 'next of kin' patient transfer law
The law is meant to help ease hospital capacity, along with making patient transfers less cumbersome for families.

2-year-old dies after loaded gun found by sibling goes off
The Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office is investigating and reminded parents to safely store all firearms out of reach of children at all times.

Staying dry into the start of the weekend
Showers will return later in the day on Saturday.

Clock is ticking to file taxes: Expert shares important reminders
Here's what to know as we approach the April 15 deadline.

Green Bay's airport is named after a World War II aviator who died early in conflict
What is now known as Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport was named in his honor in 1946.

1 person killed by police officer in Chippewa Falls
Officers had been responding to the reports of wanted people near a hotel on Thursday morning when the incident occurred.

Wisconsin beats North Dakota 2-1 to reach its first Frozen Four final since 2010
The Badgerswill play the winner between Michigan and Denver in the championship game Saturday.

Racine County residents frustrated with data center's noise
Racine County residents who live nearby the Microsoft data centers have noticed a persistent humming sound coming from the development.

More rain in sight this weekend
Saturday will definitely be the better day to get outside.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Farmers' Market on the Square, craft beer walk, Disney's 'Frozen'
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Father sentenced for leaving his 6 children in storage locker
The five-year sentence in prison will be for possessing a gun as a felon.

Universities of Wisconsin regents cite disputes over AI and other topics in president's firing
Two members of the board of regents revealed the new details in a state Senate hearing on Thursday.

'Our hope is definitely to get all of the dogs:' Animal activists openly planning raid at Wisconsin breeding, research facility
The Dane County Sheriff’s Office is aware of the approaching demonstration.

Hustisford School District to begin process to dissolve after referendum fails for 5th year in a row
The $3.75 million operational referendum lost by 16 points, with 58.5% voting no and 42% voting yes.

Gov. Evers signs online sports betting bill
One of the caveats is that the servers used to handle the wagers are located on tribal land.

Colorado State University 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast
The forecast calls for a slightly below normal season in the Atlantic.

Brewers bring the Wisconsin-style supper club to American Family Field
From a prime rib grilled cheese sandwich to a relish tray to a brandy old fashioned cheesecake parfait, it'll have all the traditional dishes.

Where you can find tulip fields in Wisconsin
From fields near Milwaukee all the way to the driftless area, here's where you can see tulips in bloom.

Rogers Behavioral Health uses pharmacogenomics to help patients find the right medication
Pharmacogenomics is a type of genetic testing that shows how your body metabolizes and uses pharmacological agents.

A possible Frozen Four first: All 4 starting goalies are freshmen
Wisconsin's Daniel Hauser and North Dakota's Jan Spunar have impressive records.

World News

The five big sticking points in US-Iran talks
Peace talks between the US and Iran are due to begin in Pakistan on Saturday.

British man, 77, dies after tourist bus crashes in Canary Islands
The vehicle fell from a height of 10m near the San Sebastián de La Gomera, according to Spanish news outlet El Mundo.

Man arrested after baby girl dies from dog bite
Two dogs seized from the same address have been destroyed, police say.

Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity Sentebale he co-founded
Prince Harry left the charity last year in an acrimonious dispute over how Sentebale was being managed.

Parents' fury at Army's delay to report missing son
L/Cpl Ryan Rudd was not reported missing until two weeks after he was last seen in Selby.

Great at gaming? US air traffic control wants you to apply
A new government ad campaign is trying to persuade gamers to apply for air safety roles.

Man jailed for killing abused wife who jumped from bridge
Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for being responsible for his wife Kimberly's death, in the first case of its kind in Scotland.

EU fingerprint and photo travel rules come into force
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.

500 Irish petrol stations could have no fuel 'by the end of the day'
Travel across parts of the Republic of Ireland has been affected for the fourth day in a row on Friday as vehicles, including tractors, block roads.

Mandelson faces £300 fine for urinating in street
Lord Peter Mandelson is set to be fined for public urination but the council cannot find an address.

EU airline industry warns of fuel shortages if Strait of Hormuz stays closed
The trade body for European airports said if the Strait of Hormuz did not open in the next three weeks, there could be shortages.

Is the Trump-Starmer bromance over?
The disintegration of the pair's friendship has benefits - and the PM is getting steadily more comfortable at taking advantage.

Tankers urged not to pay toll to Iran for use of strait
Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Simple guide: How the Iran war is affecting the cost of holidays, food and clothes
Fuel costs have already soared, flights and mortgages are also rising - and food could soon do the same.

The high-stakes diplomacy that led to Pakistan hosting US-Iran peace talks
Critical minerals, cryptocurrency, and CIA co-operation - how Asim Munir, Trump’s “favourite field marshal”, may have pulled off the diplomatic coup of the century.

Sun shines on Grand National Ladies Day
Racegoers put their spring trends on show on one of the best days for fashion at Aintree.

Can stats help you find the Grand National winner?
How might data help you pick the winner from the 34 horses racing in Saturday's Grand National? BBC Sport delves into the facts and figures in search of an answer.

Epstein survivors' calls to meet King and Queen harder to ignore as US visit approaches
The King and Queen's state visit to the US faces more questions about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Trump's blunt attack on former allies exposes splintered MAGA coalition
His criticism of four conservative commentators who have spoken out against the Iran war highlights the tension in his base.

Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
The UK's largest bird charity has issued new guidance advising people to stop using feeders to help wildlife thrive.

This coat cost $248 in illegal tariffs. Will he ever get the money back?
Importers are in line for tariff refunds. But whether everyone who paid the for the tariffs will get money back is a trickier question.

Weekly quiz: What might have made Paddington panic about his marmalade?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Dancer with MND performs on stage again through digital avatar
Breanna Olson said brainwave tech was able to re-establish the expression and connection she felt had gone.

LeBron and Bronny James record first son-to-father assist in NBA history
Bronny James passes to parent LeBron for the first son-to-father assist in NBA history as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors.

Dolce & Gabbana co-founder steps down as chairman after 40 years
The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.

Chimpanzees in Uganda locked in vicious 'civil war', say researchers
The once close-knit community of Ngogo chimpanzees have been at loggerheads for the last eight years.

Met PC caught making 'appalling' remarks sacked
Charlie Cano was filmed during an undercover Panorama investigation at Charing Cross police station.

Meta pulls Facebook ads recruiting for social media addiction lawsuits
The Facebook owner recently lost a landmark social media addiction trial in California

Palestinian shot dead during Israeli settler attack on occupied West Bank village
The killing came as ex-security chiefs warned "government sponsored Jewish terrorism" was out of control.

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Is Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth waging a holy war against Iran?
And his purge of top generals at the Pentagon

Defence secretary interview on Russian submarine operation
British warship and aircraft deployed to deter Russian submarine action.