Local Wisconsin News

Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates to face off in March debate ahead of general election
Appeals Court Judges Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor are the two candidates vying for a spot on the court.

State lawmakers re-introduce African American History Education Act
The proposal would require that African American history be taught in all K-12 Wisconsin schools.

How to keep your pets safe during cold spells
If you’re too cold to go outside, so is your pet.

Erin Jackson does not want to be the only Black woman to win Winter Olympics individual gold
American speedskater Erin Jackson is the first Black woman to win an individual Winter Olympics gold medal in any sport.

Blackwell scores 23, including Wisconsin's final 7 points, and Badgers rally past Minnesota 67-63
Wisconsin trailed by 18 points at halftime against a Golden Gophers team missing leading scorer Cade Tyson.

Wisconsin small businesses say they're in good shape at start of 2026
Jasper Guitar Co. in Green Bay said it looks at this year as a potential “breakout.”

Seasonal temperatures return for the first day of February
Highs return back to the 20s.

Seeing sunshine, but staying cold Thursday
Wind chills much of the day still remaining below zero.

'It's vitally important': Wisconsin organizations prepare to count state's unsheltered population
The biannual count helps determine funding for homeless services across the country.

Health officials provide update on positive measles case in Waukesha Co.
The City of Waukesha confirmed that 11 of the 54 people in quarantine work for the city’s Cool School Recreation Program.

Senate moves forward with legislation to strengthen student safety
Lawmakers heard public feedback on Wednesday about proposals that deal with sexual misconduct and grooming.

Green Bay men's basketball team rising this season
The Green Bay men's basketball team is enjoying a bounce-back season. Last season, they were just 4-28.

Josh Schoemann ends bid for Wisconsin governor after Tom Tiffany gets Trump's approval
It comes less than 24 hours after President Donald Trump endorsed his opponent, Congressman Tom Tiffany.

Brewers sign veteran catcher Reese McGuire to minor league deal with camp invitation
McGuire, who turns 31 on March 2, batted .226 with a .245 on-base percentage, nine homers and 24 RBIs in 44 games for the Chicago Cubs last season.

Sheboygan mayor travels to Washington, DC for annual winter gathering of local leaders
Sorenson was just 27 when he was elected mayor of Sheboygan, which is about 60 miles north of Milwaukee on Lake Michigan.

Demand for organ donors high in Wisconsin
Wisconsin faces an urgent organ shortage, with over 1,500 residents currently on transplant waiting lists.

Esquire Club closes following death of longtime owner
Madison's oldest supper club is shutting down after John Kavanaugh III died suddenly on Jan. 13, at age 76.

Unconventional warming spaces help fill a need in Brown County during cold stretch
Two northeast Wisconsin organizations are offering unconventional warming spaces to those with no place to go.

Polaris to close plant in Osceola, affecting over 200 workers
The move comes after Polaris’ decision to sell Indian Motorcycles to Carolwood LP, an independent private equity firm based in Los Angeles.

Wisconsin Badgers unveil their 2026 season schedule
They'll open the season in a neutral-site game against Notre Dame at Lambeau Field on Sept. 6.

World News

Great Ormond Street doctor who botched surgery harmed nearly 100 children
Yaser Jabbar specialised in limb-lengthening and reconstruction for children with complex problems.

China to relax travel rules for British visitors, UK says
It comes as Sir Keir Starmer visits Beijing - the first UK prime minister to do so in eight years.

'He enjoyed hurting people': Teen attacked others before murdering schoolboy, 12
Det Insp Joe Davenport says the killer attacked his victims in Birmingham for "violence sake".

Israeli hostage held for nearly 500 days in Gaza says he can 'breathe again'
In his first international interview, Sasha Troufanov tells the BBC how he thought he would die in captivity after he was taken hostage on 7 October 2023.

Ex-Labour MP's lobbying firm offered photo with minister and VIP dinner for £30k
Jim Murphy's company Arden Strategies apologises for "errors" in promotional material for tech event.

Raducanu splits with ninth coach after Australian Open exit
British number one Emma Raducanu splits with coach Francis Roig after her exit from the Australian Open.

Polar bears on Norwegian islands fatter and healthier despite ice loss, scientists say
Scientists think that Svalbard bears have adapted to recent ice loss by eating more land-based prey.

Archbishop of York to face no action over sexual abuse case
The Church's president of tribunals says Stephen Cottrell "had no power to remove or suspend David Tudor from ministry".

Marty Supreme actress quits new film after casting backlash
Odessa A'zion says she didn't realise her character in Deep Cuts was meant to be half-Mexican.

British girl, 7, swept out to sea on holiday in Morocco
Inaayah Makda remains missing after being caught out by a rapidly incoming tide, a relative has said.

Weight loss jab users warned over rare but serious pancreas issue
Symptoms to look out for include severe pain in the stomach and back which does not go away.

The stars and styles from Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week
Fashion's finest gather in the French capital for a week of high-end designs and celebrity sightings.

Planning bids for new homes soar but building remains low - how is your area affected?
While planning applications have risen, home building has lowered, new data suggests.

How an inspiring home video launched a main event fighter
How Francesca Hennessy - who headlines on BBC Two on Saturday - went from weight and dyslexia struggles to viral fame and in sight of a world-title shot.

Sir Jonathan Pryce revisits 'land of my fathers' in latest role
A new drama series gave Sir Jonathan a chance to work near where his family is from in north Wales.

What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios
From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran.

School holiday fines reach record high – find out how many were in your area
New government data shows that fines for term-time holidays have risen again in the last academic year.

'Why can't women have experience?' New Bridgerton series tackles sex taboo
Bridgerton is back, with Francesca on the hunt for sex tips and Benedict finally meeting his match.

Ministers reject Waspi calls for compensation after rethink
Women hit by changes to the state pension age say the decision shows "utter contempt" for their situation.

EU adds Iran's Revolutionary Guards to terrorist list
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says the move is a response to Tehran's deadly crackdown on protesters.

Navy introduces new alcohol limits for sailors while on ship
The new policy is in line with the UK chief medical officer's health advice.

Israeli media cite official accepting Hamas figure of 70,000 war dead
Israel has previously cast doubt on figures from the Hamas-run health ministry, which the UN considers reliable.

Ex-nursery worker admits further child sex offences
Vincent Chan, 45, pleads guilty to dozens more sexual offence charges at court on Thursday.

Chips, anyone? German farm gives away millions of potatoes after bumper harvest
Dubbed "the great potato rescue", it is part of a plan to save the spuds from going to waste.

Hampstead ponds trans access challenge dismissed
The current policy is that trans men and trans women are entitled to use the pond of their choice.

BBC News app
Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests

1. The Monroe Doctrine
What is the 1823 doctrine, and how has it been used since by US presidents?

Kemi Badenoch Accuses Opponents of 'Psychodrama’
Conservative Leader Calls Defectors 'Drama Queens’

Palace move for £50m Strand Larsen in doubt
Crystal Palace's £50m move for Wolves striker Jorgen Strand Larsen is in the balance after the Eagles suggest they could walk away from the deal.

Raducanu splits with coach after Australian Open exit
British number one Emma Raducanu splits with coach Francis Roig after her exit from the Australian Open.

Boss Mitchell extends England contract as Scarratt joins coaching staff
John Mitchell will continue as Red Roses head coach through to the next Women's Rugby World Cup in 2029 and Emily Scarratt joins the coaching staff.

How English clubs got smart to dominate this season's Champions League
Premier League clubs always had the money, but now they also have the know-how they have dominated this season's Champions League.