Local Wisconsin News

Former Milwaukee Mayor says winds are blowing in Democrats’ favor this November
Tom Barrett discussed the fall elections at a WisPolitics panel in Washington, D.C. with former Republican Senator Cory Gardner on Wednesday.

Yelich and Turang homer as Brewers win 99th game and slow Phillies' playoff push
Philadelphia went 0 for 12 with runners in scoring position against the Brewers and stranded 10 overall.

Police tie Fitchburg grocery store firework to social media challenge
A firework exploded on a shelf inside a Fitchburg Pick and Save last Friday afternoon, prompting an evacuation and a public safety response.

"I have no choice': Higher fuel costs pressure Milwaukee businesses to adjust rates
Wisconsin fuel prices remain higher than a month ago, adding daily costs for Milwaukee food trucks and lawn care businesses as some raise rates.

The weather and the season can actually agree
Seasonable temperatures and dry weather extend into the weekend.

The weather will be on your side for the first weekend of fall
Most of the weekend will be quiet with seasonable conditions.

$23 million grant helps Milwaukee students succeed
MPS and its partners are matching the grant, doubling the funding to $46 million.

3 new cases of measles confirmed in Wisconsin this week
The state has seen 171 cases this year.

Milwaukee officials seek faster response to record pothole requests
The city has 7,775 pothole requests that have not yet been fulfilled.

Rep. Pocan joins bipartisan bill to end cat and dog testing funding
Wisconsin Rep. Mark Pocan is pushing a bill to end federal funding for cat and dog experiments after Ridglan Farms’ closure.

Attorneys threaten lawsuit over 911 response to attack on 99-year-old Milwaukee woman
Shirley’s attorney said she is now confined to a wheelchair and dealing with significant pain.

'We're just fortunate': Tom Tiffany recounts emergency plane landing and recovery
Tiffany's plane had to make an emergency landing in Lake Wausau late in the evening on Sept. 12.

Oshkosh North evacuated after handgun found in student’s possession
A handgun was found on a 16-year-old student at Oshkosh North High School, prompting an evacuation and parent reunification at Oshkosh West.

OPINION: 'Gimme, gimme, gimme' more of 'Mamma Mia!'
Whether you know the story and songs by heart or are new to the piece, there’s no way to leave the theater without a smile on your face.

This is what dreams are made of: Hilary Duff is coming to Milwaukee
Sing to me, Hilary!

Homelessness rises in rural central Wisconsin counties
Some organizational and community leaders said homelessness is becoming a growing issue in more and more rural and suburban areas.

Renowned jazz ensemble New York Voices to make final Midwest appearance
The group is hanging up its mics after 38 years. As part of its "The Grande Finale" tour, it'll make a stop at Skylight Music Theatre on Oct. 5.

Brewers fans pack American Family Field for 'Rally for October'
Brewers fans packed American Family Field’s plaza for a Rally for October as the team nears the postseason and a possible 100-win season.

Green Bay school leaders outline $158 million funding ask
Green Bay school leaders seek a $158 million referendum, citing inflation, special education costs and declining enrollment as budget pressures grow.

Your guide to corn mazes across Wisconsin
Here's a round up of some of the top corn mazes around the state.

World News

Watch: Why has Trump been so eager to welcome Xi?
President Donald Trump has been talking about Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit for months, the BBC's Sarah Smith looks at why.

White House restores access to media outlets banned by Trump after judge's order
Lawyers for CNN, Politico and MS Now are seeking an emergency court hearing, saying the White House "repeatedly violated" the order.

Poland says fire at Starlink station is sabotage as Denmark warns of rising Russian threat
The satellite station is used in part to provide internet coverage to neighbouring Ukraine, the government says.

Crashed RAF jet steered to 'avoid built-up areas' before pilots ejected, commander says
Gp Capt Gez Currie said the pilots are in hospital, and their families are with them.

Man jailed for two years over throwing bottle at Portsmouth migrant protest
Del Somerville, 42, pleaded guilty to violent disorder following an overnight protest at Eastney.

'It has broken us as a family,' mother of poison seller victim tells hearing
Tanya Whitaker broke down before she spoke of how her son Samuel's death had devastated her family.

Ex-England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021
Former England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021, by a man who has subsequently been jailed for three years.

Greek PM urges Burnham to return Elgin Marbles permanently
Andy Burnham said in 2023 the sculptures should be returned to Greece with "no strings attached".

Firm fined £1m after man killed by window that fell from luxury penthouse
Mick Ferris was crushed when the 130kg window fell from The Corniche building in Vauxhall.

Small boat migrant arrivals reach 781 in one day, breaking 2026 record
A total of 781 migrants arrive on Wednesday, but the yearly total is below the same point in 2025.

German prosecutors investigate 105-year-old for crimes at Nazi PoW camp
The suspect is alleged to have been an accessory to murder at the Stalag 326 camp, where tens of thousands of Soviet PoWs died.

Why did an OpenAI system hack Australia's health system - and can it be stopped in the future?
News that an automated AI agent hacked a government IT system raises big questions about regulating the tech.

Drinking at football matches - would fans welcome it?
Andy Burnham has long championed a repeal of the ban which prevents football supporters from drinking alcohol in the view of the pitch. But do fans even want it?

I couldn't live with the agony of migraines anymore but my GP called me dramatic
Lauren had to abandon her career in the NHS after being left "in agony" due to her migraines.

Spain's housing crisis in focus after eviction of 87-year-old woman
The tenant of the flat in the Retiro area of central Madrid, Maricarmen, was unable to pay her rent set after it was increased by an investment firm.

As AI hacks ramp up, are we back in big tech's 'move fast and break things' era?
Despite promises to make safe AI, examples of bots behaving badly are now coming at us thick and fast.

'I can't see it stopping' - Middlesbrough's young men discuss gangs after A66 crash
Last month's deadly A66 crash shone a light on organised crime and opportunities for young people in Middlesbrough.

'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia
Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity.

NHS trust to review 4,500 breast cancer cases after unnecessary surgeries found
The BBC has spoken to women who suffered unnecessary surgery, delayed diagnoses and a lack of care.

Anti-migrant activist arrested after dinghy slashed in Channel
Police had been looking into footage appearing to show the man, also known as Danny Tommo, slashing at a boat in the English Channel with a knife.

Elephants use medicinal plants to treat themselves, researchers find
African elephants use dozens of different medicinal plants to treat themselves and their families when they are sick, research reveals.

Fury v Joshua announced for 11 December in Cardiff
Cardiff's Principality Stadium will host Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury's all-British heavyweight fight on 11 December.

Blood tests find high level of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory
People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions.

Reported assaults on Britain's rail services rise by more than a third
Recorded incidents of violence and harassment against passengers and rail workers showed a sharp increase in the year to March.

Edinburgh Zoo's red panda goes to the vet for toothache
Red panda Bruce laid on his back under a general anaesthetic, as vets removed the problem tooth and checked him for other illnesses.

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Drinking at football matches - would fans welcome it?
Andy Burnham has long championed a repeal of the ban which prevents football supporters from drinking alcohol in the view of the pitch. But do fans even want it?

Fury v Joshua announced for 11 December in Cardiff
Cardiff's Principality Stadium will host Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury's all-British heavyweight fight on 11 December.

Ex-England striker Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021
Former England striker Andy Carroll reveals he was sexually assaulted in 2021, by a man who has subsequently been jailed for three years.

How Man City overhauled their squad from a 650,000-strong database
BBC Sport goes inside Manchester City's data team, who have been a key part of their rebuild over the past 18 months.

McLaren miles off pace in Baku practice - Norris
Lando Norris says McLaren were "miles off" the pace after the first day's practice at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Is this really the Premier League's 'Bermuda Triangle'?
Do the stats back the social media meme that Bournemouth, Brighton and Brentford form a Premier League 'Bermuda Triangle' where teams lose points?