Local Wisconsin News

Frigid temps increase frostbite risk: Know the warning signs
Frostbite can set in quickly when temps dip below zero.

Dangerous wind chills begin this weekend
Extremely harsh wind chills start the weekend. Plan ahead.

Wisconsin, it's brutal out there
Starting wind chills ranged from -30 to -55 degrees Friday morning.

Bill to expand nuclear energy in Wisconsin passes State Assembly
Republicans say nuclear power will help address increasing energy demands across the state.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, clothing swap, Winter Fest
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Dangerous cold across Wisconsin to end the week
Wind chill values as low as -50 degrees are possible.

State Assembly leaders present bipartisan plan to fund WisconsinEye
The network has been offline for more than a month after running out of funds.

Small businesses prepare for frigid Wisconsin weather
High temperatures are forecast to be below zero in many area across Wisconsin Friday.

Democratic candidates for governor share how they would handle ICE arrests in Wisconsin
Seven hopefuls vying to be Wisconsin’s next governor shared a stage Wednesday night in Milwaukee for their first public forum.

3 things to watch in NFL games this Sunday
The teams that will go to the Super Bowl will be decided Sunday.

Using less road salt: How Winter Salt Week aims to save Wisconsin’s bodies of water
Although laying down salt after snowstorms can make surfaces safer, too much of it can be environmentally dangerous.

5-alarm fire chars U-Haul facility in Milwaukee
Crews remain on scene to make sure all fire spots stay extinguished.

Major winter storm will bring heavy snow and dangerous ice across the country this weekend
Frigid cold temperatures and wind chills will move in behind the storm.

Laila Edwards enjoys homecoming; prepares to make Olympic debut as USA Hockey's first Black female
U.S. captain Hilary Knight refers to Edwards as the future of the sport.

Bucks coach Rivers says Kevin Porter Jr. 'is not going to play anytime soon' due to oblique strain
Rivers said he believes the injury happened “three or four games ago" and that Porter had attempted to play through it.

Antetokounmpo says lack of chemistry has contributed to Bucks' recent blowout losses
The Bucks fell 122-102 on Wednesday night to an Oklahoma City team that was missing a handful of rotation players due to injuries.

'We're going to follow each step of the process until we're heard': Residents meet with PSCW reps on Port Washington data center
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is meeting with residents to discuss next steps for powering the data center in Port Washington.

Mets acquire ace pitcher Freddy Peralta from Brewers in trade
Peralta gives the new-look Mets a frontline starter after their rotation faltered in the second half of a hugely disappointing 2025 season.

Plumber shares tips to avoid frozen pipes in frigid temps
With below zero temps in the forecast, plumbers could soon be busy.

Main Street Action hosts Democratic gubernatorial candidate forum
For the first time in the campaign cycle, seven Democrats vying to be the next governor of Wisconsin shared a stage in Milwaukee.

World News

Hundreds of illegal waste tips operating in England - including 11 'super sites'
A BBC investigation uncovers how criminals are operating huge illegal rubbish tips across the country.

Heathrow scraps 100ml liquid limit and says devices can stay in luggage for scans
Heathrow says it has become the biggest airport to drop the limit after rolling out new high-tech scanners.

Driver admits killing teen freed from Dubai jail
Marcus Fakana, 19, was killed in a car crash shortly after being released from prison in Dubai.

Brooklyn Beckham's wedding DJ speaks about 'awkward' dance
The groom has said his mother Victoria "danced very inappropriately on me in front of everyone".

Why so many women end up 'menopause masking' - but it can have consequences, as I discovered
Concealing symptoms of menopause can have knock-on effects for some women, such as increasing the risk of burnout

How long would you last in the Traitors castle? Take our test to find out
Work through our scenarios to find out if you've got a taste for deception or a nose for detection.

Scottish government facing legal action over Sturgeon inquiry evidence
The Scottish Information Commissioner is taking ministers to court after they missed a deadline to release documents.

Russia, Ukraine and US to hold trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi
The meeting between the three countries comes as both Ukraine and Russia say no peace deal can be reached until territorial issues are resolved.

USA's Trinity Rodman 'becomes highest-paid women's footballer'
Trinity Rodman signs a new three-year deal with Washington Spirit that will reportedly make her the world's highest-paid female footballer.

'I didn't hear from my son for seven months': Inside Yemen's UAE-run secret prisons
The BBC sees sites on former United Arab Emirates bases in Yemen where detainees say they were abused.

Could Trump's bid to become peacemaker-in-chief sideline the struggling UN?
The US president has promised to "end decades of suffering" but critics dismiss his Board of Peace as a vainglorious project.

Trump withdraws Canada's invite
Trump did not provide a reason for the decision, which comes after Canada's PM Mark Carney warned of a "rupture" in the US-led global order.

UK holds off joining over Putin concerns
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says the Russian president has shown no commitment to peace in Ukraine.

Behind the scenes of Help 2, the star-studded charity album
Olivia Rodrigo, Arctic Monkeys and Pulp are among the artists who recorded new songs for War Child.

Ukraine is battling to keep the lights on, this nuclear plant is vital in the fight
The BBC gains rare access to the Khmelnytsky plant as Russian pummels Ukraine's energy grid.

Weekly quiz: How did this cow surprise scientists?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Eight surprise takeaways from the Oscar nominations
Paul Mescal and Chase Infiniti missed out, while other actors carried their films to a nomination.

Trump says Greenland framework includes mineral rights. What minerals does the island have?
Greenland's natural resources include large reserves of rare earth deposits.

'I gave last 46p': Young people tell how they felt pressure to donate to church
Former London ICC members tell the BBC they felt pressured into making donations they could not afford.

Dozens of sanctioned Russian tankers navigate Channel despite UK vow of 'assertive' action
Some 42 sanctioned tankers has passed through the Channel since 11 January, a BBC Verify analysis finds.

Anna Wintour and Liz Hurley among mourners at Valentino's funeral
Fashion and film stars gathered in Rome on Friday for the funeral of the fashion designer Valentino Garavani.

TikTok closes deal to split US app from global business
The app was due to be banned in the US a year ago if its Chinese owner didn't sell its business in America.

Tesla fined for repeatedly failing to co-operate with UK police
The British arm of Tesla has faced multiple court proceedings linked to allegations of road traffic offences.

Andy Burnham faces decision on bid to return as MP
Some of Sir Keir Starmer's allies say they will try to stop Burnham from standing in a by-election.

Weather warnings issued for heavy rain and strong winds in parts of UK
Heavy rain and strong winds on Friday will lead to some disruption, Simon King reports.

Mandela's prison key, sunglasses and shirt can be sold after daughter wins court battle
The authorities tried to stop their export arguing they were part of the country's heritage.

Harry Styles says new single Aperture is comeback's 'perfect little bow'
The singer has announced 50 shows across seven cities, including six at London's Wembley Stadium.

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What actually is Trump's 'Board of Peace'?
Trump has a bumper second day at Davos after Greendland 'deal'.

Is Canada leading the global resistance against Trump?
Trump responded, “no comment” when asked if he'd use force to seize Greenland.

Richard Burton and Clint Eastwood lead in classic war film
Seven paratroopers are sent on a seemingly impossible mission.

Spurs open talks to sign Liverpool's Robertson
Tottenham enter into talks with Liverpool as they look to secure a deal for left-back Andy Robertson.