Local Wisconsin News

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.

GM Brian Gutekunst says Packers will need to boost their cornerback depth in draft
Gutekunst said at a pre-draft news conference Tuesday that “we're going to add numbers there.”

Tyson Foods delivers free meals to New London residents amid flooding
A company spokesperson told Spectrum News it’s prepared to serve 10,000 sandwiches a day to flood victims.

Overdose deaths decline for 4th year in Milwaukee County
In 2025, fatal overdoses decreased 17.7% and fatal opioid overdoses decreased 22.7% from 2024.

One phone call changed a Wisconsin kidney recipient's life. Now he's urging others to donate
According to Versiti, around 55% of Wisconsinites are registered organ, tissue and eye donors. 

Are Democrats missing an opportunity to flip a Wisconsin congressional seat? Experts weigh in
The first congressional district, held by Republican Bryan Steil, is considered semi-competitive but has been redistricted to favor the GOP.

First responders urging people to avoid Milwaukee River due to unsafe conditions
Two kayakers were rescued from the river over the weekend.

World News

PM admits No 10 asked about job for aide Matthew Doyle
The ex-communications chief was made a Labour peer after leaving Downing Street in March 2025, but was suspended from the parliamentary party this February over links with a convicted sex offender.

McDonald's boss on abuse claims: 'I don't want to talk about the past'
A BBC investigation in 2023 heard from more than 100 McDonald's workers in the UK claiming they faced sexual assault, harassment, racism, and bullying

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.

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.

Hay fever season is lasting longer - here's how to cope with it
Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report - so what can you do about the pollen bomb?

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?

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.

Anthropic investigating claim of unauthorised access to Mythos AI tool
The AI company has said the model is too dangerous to release publicly because of its hacking capabilities.

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

I was left with an £8,000 vet bill when my insurer cancelled my pet policy
Thousands of people have got in touch with BBC Your Voice over concerns about rising pet insurance costs and poor cover.

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.

Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS
Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.

Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time.

Foo Fighters interview: 'We're a different band without Taylor Hawkins'
The band talk about life without their drummer, their "angry" new album, and their backstage Lego habit.

England's adaptive cheerleading champions chasing gold in Florida
England's Adaptive Abilities Advanced cheerleading team on growing participation and medal hopes

UK gaming icon Peter Molyneux on AI, his final creation and a changing industry
The creator of iconic series such as Fable says Masters of Albion will be the last game he makes.

50 days until World Cup - pick your favourite kits
BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer's World Cup. Pick your favourites.

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.

Record puffin count on small Welsh island for second year running
Puffin numbers are declining in many areas, but Skomer is bucking the trend.

World's biggest condom maker set to raise prices due to Iran war
Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.

Supreme Court rejects bid to revoke adoption of sisters
The children, now 18 and 19, supported their adoptive mother's application to the court.

Man, 77, slapped traffic warden and threatened to 'lump' her
Stephen Doughty assaulted Wendy Williams after struggling to use a pay-and-display machine.

Car finance compensation scheme faces challenge and delay
The move could further delay payouts to millions of drivers who were mis-sold motor finance.

South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots taking pictures, report finds
One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.

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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 position increasingly uncertain at Chelsea
Last week's public and private backing for Liam Rosenior is not forthcoming on Wednesday from BBC sources after a fifth successive league defeat without scoring.

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.

Real Madrid's Tchouameni on Man Utd radar
Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni is one of the players Man Utd are looking at to fill their priority central midfield position this summer.

Organisers defend 2027 Ryder Cup ticket prices
Ryder Cup organisers outline their reasons for almost doubling the ticket price to attend next year's event in Ireland from that paid in Rome in 2023.