Local Wisconsin News

American Red Cross goes door-to-door in Rock County
The American Red Cross is on the ground in hard-hit areas, including Harmony in Rock County.

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.

Town of Ringle faces long road to recovery after storms
Friday's tornado damaged or destroyed more than 100 homes in Ringle, Wis., alone.

‘We’re hopeful’: Evers asks Wisconsin lawmakers for help getting disaster assistance
One Republican said, “We’ve got to get people help.”

'I have no authority over what happens there': Gov. Evers responds to calls for action by Ridglan Farms protesters
Animal rights activists called for Gov. Tony Evers to shut down a Dane County beagle breeding and research facility.

'We're survivors for sure': Floodwaters begin to recede in New London
Many residents and business owners are looking at the possibility of returning to their homes in the coming days.

Milwaukee leader and Marquette adjunct professor David Fantle dead at 66
Marquette University said his family will hold a funeral at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 23 at Congregation Sinai.

Scholar Athlete: Aidan Kolb
“He excels in the classroom. He excels on the athletic field. I'm going to just say he's going to excel at life," his coach said.

Father charged in Kenosha Thanksgiving fire that killed his 3 children
He's accused of removing at least one smoke alarm in the apartment, which, according to the complaint, is the basis for a child neglect charge.

Quiet to start Thursday, storms to end
We'll stay quiet through late Thursday afternoon.

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.

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.

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.

World News

High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals
Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.

Watch: BBC goes undercover at mini-mart selling drugs
BBC UK editor Ed Thomas confronts a shopkeeper secretly filmed selling cannabis and cocaine to one of our researchers.

Riot police to deploy on French beaches under new deal to stop illegal Channel migrant crossings
The three-year agreement will see at least 50 riot-trained police officers drafted in to tackle violence and “hostile crowds”.

Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike
Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.

The furious debate over building houses on golf courses
Are golf courses the right places to build housing, or are they simply a soft target?

Ban 'forever chemicals' in uniforms and frying pans, MPs urge
School uniforms and non-stick pans are some of the everyday products that should stop using chemicals called PFAS, MPs say.

'My instinct was to help him': Runners help exhausted man finish Boston Marathon
The BBC spoke to Boston marathon runner, Ajay Haridasse, who was helped over the finish line by two strangers.

UK borrowing lowest for three years but Iran war clouds outlook
The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.

Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries'
The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.

Two trains collide head-on in Denmark, leaving five critically hurt
The accident happened early on Thursday at a level crossing north of Copenhagen.

US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says
Reports say Phelan, whose role was largely administrative, left amid tension over US shipbuilding.

Stars line red carpet at London premiere of Devil Wears Prada 2
Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt were among the actors who appeared on the red carpet.

Labour MPs are increasingly restless – but 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.

The Papers: 'PM isolated' and 'Job concerns deepen'
The Lord Mandelson vetting row is featured on many of Thursday's front pages.

'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban
Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media.

China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.

'My baby scratches and scratches': Families say their homes are making their children sick
A cross-party report has called for safer conditions for the record number of families living in temporary accommodation.

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

'It's like someone waved a magic wand': Girl, 6, has sight restored by gene therapy
Saffie's mum says Luxturna therapy at Great Ormond Street has been like "someone waved a magic wand".

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.

Pet owners hit with steep bills after EU passport rule change
Rule change affects dogs, cats and ferrets, with some owners telling the BBC new health certificates cost hundreds of pounds.

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life
Amy-Jane Davies is one of 713,048 waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

Lonely veterans' activity fund spent on Royal British Legion building upgrade
A branch in County Armagh was awarded £140,000 from a charity to deliver three projects for veterans, but internal reports show that only £41,000 went on these schemes.

Advantage Man City? Guardiola leads team to Premier League summit
It took just five minutes for chants of "we are top of the league" to ring out around Turf Moor, as the title pendulum continues to shift towards Manchester City.

AI is already leading to fewer jobs for young people, says Sunak
The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.

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Keir Starmer v The Civil Service
What effect has the Mandelson saga had on the PM’s relationship with the civil service?

Democrats fight back against Trump in Virginia… and win
Has Trump’s plan to redraw America’s political map backfired?

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

Advantage Man City? 'Queen bee' Guardiola leads them to summit
It took just five minutes for chants of "we are top of the league" to ring out around Turf Moor, as the title pendulum continues to shift towards Manchester City.

Respecting the ball, losing the players - inside Rosenior's Chelsea reign
Liam Rosenior lasted just 106 days at Chelsea. So what went wrong? And how did it go wrong so quickly?

How Russell is surprising himself in F1 title race
George Russell tells BBC Sport how he would enjoy more competition for the F1 title and why his approach to racing is the same as when he was 10 years old.