Local Wisconsin News

Push for more green and gold snowplow lights in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, flashing green lights on snowplows and other city and county maintenance vehicles are a safety feature allowed by law since 2022.

Milwaukee chef testifies on Capitol Hill, calls on lawmakers to strengthen the Affordable Care Act
On Thursday, the Senate will vote on two proposals to address health care costs, but neither is expected to pass.

FBI Milwaukee, MPD offer $10,000 reward for information on 12-year-old girl who was fatally shot
Milwaukee Police Inspector Paul Lough said the case has gone cold and there's no new information.

Jury selection for trial of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan begins Thursday
So far, 34 potential jurors have been struck based on an initial questionnaire, leaving roughly 90 potential jurors in the pool.

State Democrats reintroduce 'Save Our Schools' Act
Democrats say legislative Republicans have underfunded public schools for more than a decade.

More snow and Arctic air ahead for Wisconsin this week
Two additional rounds of light snow are possible along with plummeting temperatures by the weekend.

Arctic air begins to settle in across the state
Temperatures overnight will fall into the single digits and teens.

Photos: Another winter storm leaves a fresh blanket of snow across Wisconsin
Take a look at pictures taken by local photographers and viewers throughout the state.

Here are the Wisconsin snowfall totals from the latest storm
Though totals didn’t near the last storm’s amounts, some still saw over a half a foot.

Over $159 million offered to 29 Wisconsin municipalities for lead pipe replacement
The funding is being offered through the Lead Service Line Replacement Program.

Brewers manager Pat Murphy says ace Freddy Peralta 'due to be a wealthy man' with `a lot of acreage'
The 29-year-old right-hander is under contract through 2026 and is coming off a standout season.

Waukesha County pantry receives multimillion donation from Waukesha natives
Waukesha natives Karen and Dick Vaughn chose to donate to a cause close to their hearts.

Arctic air overtakes the state this weekend
The coldest air of the season arrives this weekend.

Here's Milwaukee Public Schools' plan to improve literacy
Improving literacy is a big focus for Milwaukee Public Schools this school year. The district has a new plan to carry out that goal.

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

Rogers Behavioral Health to open new behavioral health hospital in Chippewa Falls
Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill allocating $10 million in state funding for the Rogers campus on Tuesday.

Winneconne first responders rescue a deer in trouble
The Winneconne Police Department shared on social media that a deer got stuck in the river Tuesday.

Milwaukee County leaders work to fight food insecurity
Milwaukee County leaders discussed food insecurity and plans to ensure everyone can get healthy food, regardless of personal circumstances.

Wisconsin judge refuses to step aside as requested by former Trump attorney
The judge also refused to cancel a Monday preliminary hearing for Trump's former attorney.

Milwaukee crews work to keep roadways safe during winter weather
Milwaukee DPW is battling leaf and garbage collection along with treating and taking care of the roads, all at the same time.

World News

US seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Trump says
Venezuela condemns the operation as an act of "international piracy", vowing never to be an "oil colony".

Watch: Video shows US military seizing oil tanker
According to US Attorney General Pam Bondi, who shared the footage, the tanker was used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran.

Venezuelan opposition leader makes first public appearance after months in hiding
Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado, who has been in hiding since January, speaks to the BBC in Oslo after her secretive journey.

Last minute offer may avert strike by resident doctors
Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay.

Why so many people break 20mph speed limits (it's more complicated than you think)
After receiving a speeding ticket, Evan Davis explores why so many people have broken 20mph limits across the country.

The reality facing England's busiest A&E unit as flu wave hits
The BBC visits Leicester Royal Infirmary to witness first-hand how it's coping with an early surge in cases of winter bugs.

Rolling Stones finally approve Fatboy Slim sample after 25 years
One of the most bootlegged dance tracks of all time, Satisfaction Skank, gets an official release.

Exiled Hong Kong activist target of sexually explicit harassment campaign
The campaign saw letters containing fake images of Carmen Lau sent to her neighbours.

Ex-Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies and Iceland boss Richard Walker among new peers
Downing Street announced 34 new peers to "correct" an imbalance against Labour in the House of Lords.

British paratrooper killed in Ukraine 'lived life of courage'
Lance Corporal George Hooley is remembered by colleagues as a "born soldier" after the Ministry of Defence said the 28-year-old died in a "tragic accident".

Banks to tell you where you might put your money
Targeted support will allow banks and financial firms to make suggestions on how to handle savings.

Race across the world has shown us we can get through anything together
The four teams making their way to the final checkpoint tell us how the experience has changed their relationships and them.

'Trawl for World Cup fans' and 'women's champion' peerage
Several of the papers have reported on new US immigration mandates, which will apply to visitors from the UK.

AI has entered the classroom - but is it the solution for overworked teachers?
From deepfake teachers to remote maths lessons - how are schools using tech and AI in the classroom?

'I lost 3st and was sick 40 times a day during pregnancy'
Four women share their stories about extreme nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.

Farewell (again) to Neighbours, Australia's longest running soap opera
The series will finish at the end of 2025 - 40 years and more than 9,000 episodes after its debut.

UK pharma boss says US is the best country to invest in
In an interview with the BBC, Dame Emma Walmsley says she will not "shy away" from GSK's US expansion.

GCHQ Christmas card code-cracking challenge - see the questions and answers
Try your hand at the quiz set by the UK's intelligence agency.

Author Sophie Kinsella remembered as a 'wonderful, warm woman'
The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.

Moment skydiver crash lands onto traffic light
Local police said the man was not injured in the crash in Mexico City on 9 December.

Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision
Iceland joins Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands in saying it will boycott the 2026 contest.

Campaigners question ethics of puberty-blocker trial in legal letter to Streeting
Researchers and the UK regulator say the study is going to help improve care for children questioning their gender.

US could ask UK tourists for five-year social media history before entry
The plan would affect people from countries, including the UK, who can fill out a form in lieu of a visa.

Trump launches $1m 'gold card' immigration visas
The special visas will be awarded to those who can show they can make a "substantial benefit" to the US.

Intensive work continuing on Ukraine plan, European leaders say after Trump call
Ukraine is at a "critical moment", the leaders of Britain, France and Germany say after a joint call with Donald Trump.

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Where Did The Covid Fraud Cash Go?
Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report says.

Will a social media ban for Australian teens work?
The world’s first social media ban for under 16’s starts this week – will it succeed?

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

A festive classic, now available on BBC iPlayer
Two women swap homes for the holidays and find unexpected romance and self-discovery.

'No-one downing tools' - Alonso's stay of execution despite loss to Man City
The deafening jeers that greeted former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola before kick-off turned into away-fan cheers thanks to Manchester City's fine victory.

Can 'magic moment' Madueke find consistency for Arsenal?
Noni Madueke might reflect on the Champions League win at Club Brugge as a landmark night in his Arsenal career - but can he find consistency?