Local Wisconsin News

U.S. can deport the leader of Wisconsin’s largest mosque on foreign policy grounds, judge rules
Salah Sarsour was detained in Milwaukee in March by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.

Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin announces top 16 finalists
This year, there were 108 nominees, hailing from all over the Badger State.

Soggy, gloomy Thursday ahead for most
Widespread rain will make for a soggy Thursday for many.

Aurora NICU babies batting up for Brewers postseason run
These sweet babies are rooting for a pitch-perfect postseason.

9 people taken to hospitals for carbon monoxide poisoning
The Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a homeowner in the Town of Osceola at around 2:05 a.m. with reports that multiple people had symptoms.

Democrats eye Wisconsin district held by Republicans for more than 30 years
Democrat Mitchell Berman hopes to unseat Republican Congressman Bryan Steil, who was elected in 2018.

UW Health at Meriter trains AI to help guide NICU breathing procedures
Researchers are taking video from those procedures, cutting it into thousands of frames and using the images to teach AI to recognize anatomy.

Great forecast for the first weekend of October
Most of the weekend will be quiet with seasonable conditions.

Milwaukee VA trains staff as veteran suicide prevention efforts expand
The Milwaukee VA is training staff and expanding crisis care as more Wisconsin veterans call 988 and use free emergency mental health services.

Brewers remaining cautious with Joey Ortiz as they prepare for NL Division Series
Ortiz hurt his right knee while trying to make a play on a foul ball Thursday in Philadelphia.

Harlem Globetrotters announce 5 tour stops in Wisconsin
The lineup includes the team's traditional New Year's Eve show in Milwaukee, dating back to the 1960s.

Dairy farmers discuss labor shortages, milk prices at World Dairy Expo
The 59th annual World Dairy Expo is underway at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis., bringing dairy farmers and industry companies together.

Brewers prepare for playoff opener at American Family Field
The Brewers play Saturday against the winner of the Cubs-Padres series.

De Pere, Milwaukee advance 1-year data center moratoriums
Both measures still need final approval from their respective common councils.

Plymouth voters to decide on $600,000 police referendum
The referendum would add officers, squad cars and equipment to the department.

Measles cases climb to over 200 in Wisconsin so far this year
More cases were added to Southwest Wisconsin outbreak, which is currently the largest in the state.

3-car collision sends multiple people to the hospital, including 2 Milwaukee police officers
The lights at the intersection of N. 35 and W. Center Streets were not working at the time.

Milwaukee County supervisors consider ban on Flock cameras
The technology can capture a vehicle’s license plate, along with its make, model and color.

Officials recover $17,000 in unpaid wages from McDonald’s franchisee for 23 minors
DWD and DOJ said Iron Arch had multiple child labor law violations.

Milwaukee Brewers' top 12 regular season moments in 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers had a record-breaking 2026 season. Here are the top 12 regular-season moments before the playoffs, from walk-offs to 100 wins.

World News

'I pulled the controls': Passenger tells Israeli PM how he helped stop attacker
The man says he "pulled the controls" of the plane after it plummeted during the attack.

UK believes Iran involved in RAF Fairford incident, PM says
The prime minister's comments come days after the suspects were released on the 'strictest possible bail conditions'.

UK-France 'one in, one out' migrant scheme scrapped
Some 1,500 people have been removed to France since the scheme began just over a year ago.

China funding UK research and sending it to Beijing's spies, MI5 warns
British universities are being urged to sever ties with China General Technology Research Institute which is linked to the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS).

Teens who died in car that entered River Wear named
Jackson Duke, Luke Etheridge and Zara Shaw died when the car they were in ended up in the River Wear.

Brexit referendum 'possible' in Labour election manifesto, Burnham tells BBC
The PM says a referendum wouldn't be the right thing now but the UK needs to consider its options for the future.

Execution of US murderer Christa Pike halted shortly before it was due to happen
Pike was convicted and sentenced to death in 1996 for the murder of Colleen Slemmer.

Sussexes condemn 'reckless intrusion' after photographer spotted near Archie and Lilibet's school
One of two men seen outside the UK school attended by the children is understood to be an international press photographer.

We fear for our lives after being told our abusive exes will be freed from jail early
Three victims of domestic abuse tell the BBC why they feel let down by the early prisoner release scheme.

Singer Lola Young says vaping has made breathing feel like a 'chore'
The Messy singer says her lungs feel "battery powered" due to the effects of vaping.

Dame Esther Rantzen: A presenter who campaigned for change
The veteran broadcaster's career spanned street interviews, national campaigns and emotional reunions.

What we know about stabbing on Flydubai flight to Israel
The captain and first officer were injured, and one pilot has been arrested, officials say.

Timeline of RAF Fairford incident and the investigation so far
From a late-night call about suspicious vehicles, to five men being arrested and then bailed - here is how the incident has unfolded.

'Mum sent them £140,000': How to spot the signs a loved one is being scammed
Helen discovered her mum was in the grip of a romance scam - here's how she found out and broke her free.

Hidden habits that make your social anxiety worse and how to break them
Social anxiety is more common than many think. Here's what you need to know about the condition.

Criminal investigation? Relegation or expulsion? The key Man City questions
BBC Sport takes a look at the key questions following the guilty verdicts handed down to Manchester City.

Endometriosis trial gives hope to millions of women in pain like me
A £2.3m study will look at whether a personalised pain management plan can improve the quality of life of women who have the debilitating condition.

Six smugglers jailed for manslaughter over worst Channel small boats disaster
Thirty-one migrants died when their boat went down in November 2021. The trial found that the guilty men were part of two smuggling networks.

NHS trust admits 'failing families' over stillbirths
An independent review ordered by the trust finds systemic issues lay at the heart of the failures.

Greggs to shut four factories and cut 740 jobs
The company says it needs to "keep evolving alongside changing customer expectations".

Burnham 'really concerned' if Man City owners sell up after rule breaches
The prime minister compares the allegations against Man City to the plight of his own club Everton.

Oasis take legal action to stop sale of unheard tapes
The auction house said it was "very disappointed" the lot could no longer be sold.

Bayeux Tapestry tour added for blind people after legal threat
The British Museum will offer an audio-described Bayeux Tapestry tour after a blind man's legal threat.

Meet 'Backpack', the chunky bear who won Fat Bear Week
The brown bear, described by one supporter as having both the "chonk and the badonk", will shortly enter hibernation, which can last up to six months.

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Breast Cancer Scandal: Exposing the Harm
BBC Health correspondent Sharon Barbour investigates a deepening breast cancer scandal.

Punish Man City this season, say other club chiefs
Manchester City's punishment for breaching Premier League rules should be handed down before the end of this season, senior football figures tell BBC Sport.

Burnham 'really concerned' if Man City owners sell up after rule breaches
The prime minister compares the allegations against Manchester City to the plight of his own club Everton.

Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp after coach denies rift
Cristiano Ronaldo says he has left Portugal's international camp and will explain why "in time", hours after head coach Jorge Jesus denied any rift with the player.

Saracens boss Venter skips more media duties
Saracens director of rugby Brendan Venter misses a second pre-match media conference, as head coach Joe Shaw attends.