Local Wisconsin News

And here we go, here comes the winter storm
Winter storm impacts Wisconsin through Monday.

Trump seeks to close $1.6 trillion revenue gap with raft of new tariffs
It could be months or more before it is clear how much revenue the replacement tariffs will yield.

Tehran threatens Middle East's busiest port as Iran war enters its third week
The developments came a day after President Donald Trump said the U.S. destroyed military sites on an island vital to Iran’s oil network.

Powerful winter storm takes shape this weekend
Heavy snow will affect the Upper Midwest Sunday and Monday. With the potential for over two feet in parts of Wisconsin and Michigan.

'We're doing this to mentor': Milwaukee teachers offer free haircuts to students after school
A group of teachers at Rufus King High School is making a difference by giving free haircuts to students after school.

Wisconsin's 'great outdoors' sees record-breaking year
Wisconsin's outdoor recreation industry tops $12 billion.

Major winter storm takes aim at Wisconsin this weekend
Heavy snow and blowing snow can be expected starting Saturday night.

Madison’s new men’s shelter on Bartillon Drive will have to be open less, due to a funding gap
The plan was to have it stay open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Wisconsin stores stocked up on winter supplies ahead of weekend storm
Stores like Kitz and Pfiel Ace Hardware in Fond du Lac are stocked up on winter supplies ahead of this weekend's storm.

Boyd scores career-high 38 as No. 23 Wisconsin rallies to beat No. 9 Illinois 91-88 in OT
Nick Boyd scored a career-high 38 points, John Blackwell added 31 and No. 23 Wisconsin rallied from 15 down in the second half.

Sean Duffy talks rural investments, rising gas prices in visit to Sparta
Duffy said he believes the increase in prices at the pump will be 'short-lived'.

High winds across Wisconsin lead to thousands of power outages
As of 6:30 p.m., over 50,000 were without power, mostly in southeastern Wisconsin.

Brewers' Quinn Priester expects to miss at least the first month of the season
Priester had been dealing with an apparent wrist problem for much of the spring.

Wisconsin legislator pleads guilty to disorderly conduct in feud over Hispanic resolutions
Online court records show Democratic state Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez entered the plea Friday in Milwaukee County Circuit Court.

DATCP suspends poultry events in 20 southern Wisconsin counties due to bird flu
Here's a look at which counties are affected and for how long.

How to plan your route to the Brewers ballpark amid I-94 construction
To help get fans prepared for lane and exit closures and anticipated heavier traffic, the Brewers and the Wisconsin DOT have created a new tool.

State Republicans differ over legalizing online sports betting
The bill made it through the State Assembly in February, but it's unclear if there's enough support in the State Senate.

As one of the first Black law librarians in Wisconsin, Olivia Jaskolski has dedicated her life to books
After spending so many years surrounded by books, Jaskolski and her husband have coauthored a novel called “The Long Road Home.”

No relief from winter this weekend
Cold air, snow and windy conditions return this weekend.

Packers trade Romeo Doubs to Patriots, release Nate Hobbs
Hobbs was signed in free agency last year by the Packers.

World News

Three more Iran football team members change minds over asylum
Four of seven members of the women's football delegation who originally sought to stay in Australia have now chosen to return home.

We expect government help in a crisis. Will Reeves intervene on energy bills this time?
After Covid furlough and Truss’s bailout, can the UK expect another government crisis rescue, asks Laura Kuenssberg.

Harry and Meghan accuse royal author of 'deranged conspiracy'
Extracts from a new book about the Royals claim the Queen said Meghan had "brainwashed" Prince Harry.

F1 cancels Bahrain & Saudi Arabia Grands Prix
The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekends are cancelled because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

London's Burning actor John Alford dies in prison
The 54-year-old former star of Grange Hill and London's Burning was found dead at HMP Bure in Norfolk.

Hamas urges key ally Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states
The Palestinian group also affirms Tehran's right to defend itself from "aggression" by the US and Israel.

Why has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
The tiny island is home to one of the most critical pieces of Iran's energy infrastructure.

More US Marines and warships being moved to Middle East, reports say
The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.

'Like a trap you can't escape': The women who regret being mothers
From mourning the life they no longer have to feeling never-ending pressure, women tell the BBC why they regret becoming mothers.

Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so
The city has been considered a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.

They were told it wasn't for girls, but these could be the future faces of F1
F1 Academy wants to nurture and develop female drivers who can compete at the top level of motorsport.

Why do Glasgow's historic buildings keep catching fire?
The fire that devastated a building on Union Street is the latest in a series of blazes to strike the city's historic sites.

Murder investigation launched after baby's death
A 43-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.

Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment
Volodymyr Zelensky cast concern over the supply of air-defence missiles after a heavy overnight attack kills at least five.

Doomed hereditary peers spy chance to stay in the Lords
The Tories are deciding which hereditary peers to keep after being offered 15 seats in a compromise deal.

Claudia Winkleman's new chat show splits critics
Jeff Goldblum, Vanessa Williams, Jennifer Saunders and Tom Allen starred in the inaugural episode.

Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell dies aged 64
Phil Campbell's family said he died "peacefully" following a "courageous battle in intensive care".

Body of man found in wheelie bin 'after being hit by car'
An urgent appeal has been issued by police to find out who the man is and how and where he died.

Drivers could get licence points for fly-tipping
Councils will also be encouraged to seize and crush the vehicles of people caught fly-tipping.

I died and came back to life. Now I just want to feel joy every day
Grace Victory says she is more content than ever after spending three months in a coma.

Woman reunited with stolen dog after eight years
Rebecca Harvey says it was an emotional moment when she was reunited with Flora.

Man sails around world in boat he built in his shed
Adam Waugh, from Northumberland, says he feels "on top of the world" after his mammoth journey.

'Extinct' butterfly found across southern England
There has been a flurry of early sightings of the large tortoiseshell butterfly, a charity says.

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Will Putin Benefit From The Iran War?
After two weeks of war in Iran, will Russia gain from looser sanctions and expensive oil?

Is Cuba Trump’s next target after Iran?
The US president threatens Cuba with a “friendly takeover”

Match of the Day
Kelly Cates presents highlights of five Premier League games, including Arsenal v Everton.

France take title with last-gasp win over England in thriller
France claim a third Six Nations in the past five editions as Thomas Ramos' last-gasp kick decides a 94-point thriller against England in Paris.

How history maker Dowman stole show for Arsenal
Ever since he pulled on an Arsenal shirt, Max Dowman has been breaking records - and the 16-year-old played a key role in what could prove to be a vital win over Everton.

F1 cancels Bahrain & Saudi Arabia Grands Prix
The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekends are cancelled because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.