Local Wisconsin News

A colorful solution: Wisconsin doctor draws up an adaptive crayon for those with developmental disabilities
What started out as a fun craft day for Dr. Amber McKenna turned into new possibilities for the pediatric care space. 

UW-Eau Claire selects Edwin Martini as next chancellor
His appointment comes over a year after former UW-Eau Claire Chancellor Jim Schmidt announced he’d be stepping down.

Supreme Court rules for Michigan in its fight to shut down an aging energy pipeline
Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote for a unanimous court that the Enbridge energy company waited too long to try to move the case to federal court.

National Marquette Law School survey shows majority of voters support ceasefire in Iran
Seventy-five percent approve of a ceasefire in the war, while 24% disapprove.

3 things to watch in NFL Draft
The NFL Draft begins with the first round on Thursday night. Barring a trade, the Packers will not have a first-round draft pick.

The Birth of Earth Day: A Movement That Changed the World
How public concern over environmental issues sparked a movement now in its 56th year.

Looking back at Earth Day's Wisconsin roots
The first Earth Day kicked off in the U.S. in 1970.

'It was horrible': Jefferson County residents prepare as Rock River crests
Throughout Wisconsin, waiting for flooded rivers to recede could take days.

From learning medicine to living it: How local medical students help boost staffing levels as EMTs in Belleville
The Belleville Area EMS Department launched the cadet program in 2021 when faced with severe staffing shortages within the community.

Quiet and seasonal for your weekend in Wisconsin
Seeing a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the 60s.

Spend some time outdoors Wednesday
Another day filled with sunshine and warm temperatures.

Brice Turang, David Hamilton help power the Brewers to 12-4 rout of Tigers
Despite missing their top three hitters, the Brewers put 19 runners on base and scored in double digits for the second time this season.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

Homeowners along the Fox River race against floodwaters
In Racine County, in the unincorporated community of Tichigan, homeowners are racing to protect their properties from overflow of the Fox River.

Bond set for multiple activists arrested after Ridglan Farms protest
Four of those arrested Saturday are facing felony burglary charges.

Gutekunst, Packers get ready for NFL Draft this week
Unless they make a trade, their first selection will be 52nd overall in the second round.

Former Wisconsin guard John Blackwell announces that he's transferring to Duke
Blackwell had some of his most productive performances against Wisconsin’s toughest opponents.

Janesville elementary school continues cleanup efforts following floodwaters over 5 feet high inside school
Washington Elementary School students are likely displaced for the rest of the school year due to extensive flood damage.

Multi-agency resource center will open this week in Black Creek to support residents in flood recovery
Outagamie County is opening a multi-agency resource center (MARC) to support individuals and families recovering from flood-related damage.

Fallout from Wisconsin flooding could last 'for several years'
Communities are waiting for floodwaters to recede before seeing all the damage.

World News

US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks
The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.

Starmer admits No 10 asked about job for aide Matthew Doyle
The prime minister was questioned at PMQs about allegations that Downing Street had asked about a diplomat role for the then-communications chief.

PM's ex-chief of staff to give evidence on Mandelson vetting
The prime minister's former chief of staff will face questions about his role in the appointment of Lord Mandelson.

Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.

Head coach Liam Rosenior sacked by Chelsea after three months in charge
Chelsea sack head coach Liam Rosenior after losing five consecutive Premier League matches without scoring for the first time since 1912.

UK set for Lyrid meteor shower display with clear skies forecast
The Lyrid meteor shower is the oldest recorded and Wednesday brings near perfect weather conditions to see them as they peak. Simon King explains.

Husband cleared of manslaughter over wife's suicide
Christopher Trybus is found not guilty of the manslaughter of Tarryn Baird after a five-week trial.

Black children eight times more likely to be strip searched by police, report says
A new report says while the number of strip searches has decreased, ethnic disparities in their use persist.

Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge
The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.

Moldovan oligarch jailed in $1bn 'theft of the century' case
Vlad Plahotniuc, once Moldova's richest man, was found guilty of partaking in a fraud which involved around 12% of the country's GDP.

'Superstar' runners praised for helping exhausted man finish marathon
Two runners go viral for helping carry exhausted man over the finish line.

Unhappy Labour MPs aren't ready to oust Starmer yet
Labour MPs say that while the prime minister is unpopular, a contest is unlikely as there isn't a candidate ready to replace him.

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit
Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research.

400 job applications but only three interviews - the jobseeker feeling 'ghosted' by employers
The term ghosting is common in the dating world - but job applicants are increasingly reporting it.

No cartels involved - but Mexico's pyramid attack prompts new concerns
The deadly shooting at a popular tourist site weeks before the World Cup has rocked Mexico.

Three ways the latest inflation figures affect you
How high could inflation get? And what could it mean for borrowers and savers around the country?

Widow's payout for man's asbestos-related death
Rick Oakes, from York, died from an asbestos-related cancer linked to his work for Kirklees Council.

EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock
Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.

Four arrested over suspected home insulation scheme fraud
The Serious Fraud Office raided homes and businesses over alleged conspiracy to defraud public money.

Nigeria's suspected coup plotters deny treason charges
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced last year when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

Welsh NHS likely to miss waiting lists target ahead of crucial election
Figures to be published on Thursday will give voters a final look at the NHS' performance before election day.

King awarded Blue Peter Green badge for environmental work
Charles received the badge at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire for his personal work in promoting nature and sustainability.

Beverley Callard forced to leave I'm A Celebrity: 'I didn't know I had cancer'
The soap star revealed her diagnosis in February, several months after the reality show was filmed.

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I Don’t Speak to My Family with Shaheen Hashmat
In her 20s, Shaheen Hashmat made the decision to become fully estranged from her family.

The Prime Minister v Olly Robbins
Sacked Foreign Office chief describes 'dismissive' attitude to Mandelson vetting.

Discover the surprising wildlife of London
Sir David Attenborough explores the surprising wildlife of his hometown – London.

Rosenior sacked by Chelsea after three months in charge
Chelsea sack head coach Liam Rosenior after losing five consecutive Premier League matches without scoring for the first time since 1912.

Leicester fans demand change as Rowett urges action after relegation
Leicester City fans demand change at the club after relegation to League One, while manager Gary Rowett says "decisive action" is needed.

Wing David to make England debut against Wales
Bristol Bears wing Millie David will win her first England cap against Wales on Saturday as the Red Roses shake up selection once more in the Women's Six Nations.

O'Sullivan's 'rolling the dice' cue gamble pays off
For some snooker players, changing their cue would be a traumatic experience – not for Ronnie O'Sulivan, who cruised into the last 16 at the Crucible.