Local Wisconsin News

Sliding back to normal on this Sunday
Expect widespread sunshine with near-normal highs.

Texas state trooper who had run-in with South Carolina player was sent home from game
The video was widely shared on social media with many commenting on it.

First strong winter rains soak Gaza's makeshift shelters
Residents faced flooding and damaged infrastructure on Saturday after two years of war.

Trump cuts ties with 'Wacky' Marjorie Taylor Greene, once among his top MAGA-world defenders
The Friday night post on Truth Social seemingly marked a final break in a dispute that has been simmering for months.

Dune of Dreams: Baseball league in Dubai begins with novel rules and camels
Baseball United has launched its inaugural season in Dubai, aiming to bring baseball to the Middle East.

Winning ticket for $980 million jackpot sold in Georgia, Mega Millions says
The numbers selected Friday were 1, 8, 11, 12 and 57 with the gold Mega Ball 7.

At Trump’s urging, Bondi says U.S. will investigate Epstein’s ties to Clinton and other political foes
The president, who was friends with Epstein for years, didn’t explain what supposed crimes he wanted the Justice Department to investigate.

MPS receives federal funding via GEAR UP Grant
MPS leaders said the grant money will be used, starting in 2026, to prepare students for college.

Wisconsin farmer earns award for conserving natural resources on his land
A Lafayette County farmer, who continued the conservation practices of his father, is being honored for his efforts.

Immigrant who allegedly dodged ICE with Wisconsin judge's help has been deported
Federal agents had gone to the courthouse to arrest him as he appeared for a hearing in a state battery case.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee's Davis Club has fully renovated gym floor
Damage to the floor following the floods in August had resulted in the gymnasium being a safety risk.

Excavation crew ruptures main natural gas line, causing explosion in Sheboygan County
SCSO said one member of the excavating crew was transported from the scene to get treatment for unknown injuries.

Vaccinations in Wisconsin appear to ramp up before Thanksgiving
UW Health offers drive-thru clinic daily.

'A Cherry Pie Christmas' rom-com highlights Door County's charm, local businesses
A small town holiday rom-com set in Wisconsin is heading to streaming screens this month.

'Selena y Los Dinos' on Netflix honors the Queen of Tejano music
"Selena y Los Dinos: A Family's Legacy" starts streaming Nov. 17 on Netflix.

Student dies after being shot 2 blocks from Milwaukee high school
MPD said a 17-year-old suspect was also taken to a hospital for treatment. That suspect was arrested, per MPD.

Police: 'Last Chance U' football coach John Beam dies after being shot on Oakland campus
A suspect has been arrested.

‘This is a no-brainer. I don't know why I have to fight so hard’: Wisconsin Assembly to vote on ‘Erin’s Law’ next week
The legislation would require public schools to take a preventative approach by teaching students to recognize, resist and report child sexual abuse.

If tax credit expires, thousands of Wisconsinites enrolled in the ACA could pay more for health insurance
Congress has not yet extended the pandemic-era tax credits that expire at the end of the year.

Alex Warren returns to Summerfest as a headliner
Warren played at the world’s largest music festival in 2025, but this is the first time he’ll headline the festival.

World News

Illegal migration tearing UK apart, Mahmood says
The home secretary is set to announce major policy reforms, including a 20-year wait before people granted asylum can apply to settle permanently.

Feud erupts between Trump and ally Marjorie Taylor Greene ahead of Epstein files vote
The Georgia congresswoman has criticised Trump's foreign policy and handling of Jeffrey Epstein files.

Arctic blast to move across UK as flood clean-up continues
Storm Claudia moved away on Sunday after delivering over a month's worth of rain to parts of England and Wales.

My mum was a 17-year-old free spirit, so she was locked up and put in a coma
Marina's mother was held against her will in a convent in 1960s Spain under Franco's regime.

Five young people dead following 'devastating' two-car crash
Gardaí say the three men and two women who died, were all under the age of 25 and were travelling in the same car.

I'm a Celebrity 2025 kicks off tonight - here's everything you need to know
Alex Scott, Jack Osbourne and Ruby Wax are among those being dumped in the middle of the Australian outback.

He takes medical cannabis every day - but worries people think he's a lazy stoner
About 50,000 people in the UK have a medical cannabis prescription, but some still feel a stigma attached to it.

Move over açaí - the Amazon has more 'superfoods' to offer
Açaí is everywhere, but Brazil hopes more of its fruits rich in antioxidants and fibre will soon be enjoyed around the world.

We're first in the UK to trial a data centre in our shed - our energy bills are now £40 a month
"It's fantastic because it's eco-friendly...We're not burning any gases," says Terrence Bridges.

Bin bags are piling up on this street and residents have had enough
Bin bags put on the pavement for collection leave neighbourhoods worse places to live and work.

Why India caps pollution reading at 500 when the air is far more toxic
India's air quality framework hasn't been comprehensively revised since 2009 and needs an update, say experts.

Fuelled by fear, Benn ends 35-year wait for revenge by beating Eubank
Conor Benn achieves something his father Nigel was unable to do by beating a Eubank in a dominant rematch.

Yungblud to break from tour over health concerns
The rock star says it is "in my nature to run and run until l run myself to the ground".

Thousands protest against government in Mexico as clashes leave 120 injured
The protests came weeks after Carlos Manzo, mayor of Uruapan, was killed.

Nature is not a blocker to housing growth, MPs find
The Environmental Audit Committee found the government's measures are not enough to meet targets.

Nearly 70 schools to close in Australia over fears of asbestos in play sand
Kmart and Target issued a recall for the products, which were found to have traces of asbestos in some samples.

Body found after five-week search for missing German walker
Police say the body of Matthias Beutin, 57, was discovered near Coire Dubh on the Isle of Skye.

YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami on drug possession charges
The influencer, who has over 15 million subscribers on YouTube, is known for filming provocative videos involving pranks and stunts.

The US will help South Korea build nuclear 'attack' submarines - here's what that means
The agreement comes amid a period of growing geopolitical tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

Son, 21, reunited with father after chance meeting in corner shop
Oliver Archer had wanted to find his dad his whole life. That changed when he went to a corner shop.

Three easy ways to help you beat the winter blues
It's easy to feel gloomy in winter, but here are three ways to help you manage the darker days and even embrace them.

‘Career Ladder man’ and ‘Bus Aunty’ win big at TikTok awards
Max Klymenko won creator of the year while Bemi Orojuogun, better known as bus aunty, won video of the year.

Man dances for 144 hours to break video game marathon record
Szabolcs Csépe played Dance Dance Revolution for six days to secure his place in the record books.

BBC News app
Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests

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

Explore the manosphere with three young men's stories
James Blake enters the manosphere, joining men seeking status, wealth and relationships.

Scotland’s trailblazing girl bands ignored by the industry
The story of the Scottish girl bands who challenged a male-dominated industry.

McIlroy clinches seventh overall title, as Fitzpatrick wins in Dubai
An emotional Rory McIlroy pays tribute to Seve Ballesteros after eclipsing the Spaniard by clinching his seventh Race to Dubai title, despite being beaten to the DP World Tour Championship by Matt Fitzpatrick.

'I have never seen England on a charge like this'
In his latest BBC Sport column, World Cup winner Matt Dawson discusses England's comeback against New Zealand, Ollie Lawrence's skillset and Henry Pollock's energy.

Benn drops Eubank twice in rematch victory
Watch highlights of Conor Benn's dominant performance over bitter rival Chris Eubank Jr in their rematch at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.