Local Wisconsin News

NASA scientist with Wisconsin roots involved in Artemis II mission
How the work by a NASA scientist from Wisconsin plays a role in the agency's quest to build a moon base for astronauts

Testimony underway in trial for man charged in killing of Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder
Tremaine Jones faces counts of first-degree intentional homicide, attempted first-degree intentional homicide and more.

Census figures show bump in Wisconsin's population
The U.S. Census Bureau indicates the state’s population grew from 2024 to 2025, building on a five-year trend.

Violence prevention organizations and local leaders on high alert following 'teen takeovers' in Milwaukee
These gatherings have been surging across the country, including in the city of Milwaukee.

State Senate committee investigating DOJ releases report and recommendations
The committee has been looking into whether outside interests are influencing the actions of the DOJ.

Wisconsin judicial panel dismisses Democratic attempt to redraw congressional maps
A lawsuit brought by Democratic voters sought to redraw the state’s Republican-friendly congressional boundary lines ahead of the November election.

'I didn't know we had one': Some lawmakers unaware of airline perks
Delta Airlines announced it was suspending a special service for members of Congress during the partial government shutdown.

Showers and storms come to an end with colder Wednesday ahead
Low temperatures will fall to the 20s and 30s.

Evers vetoes bills about gender-related care, trans athletes
Gov. Tony Evers took action on the bills on International Transgender Day of Visibility.

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson declares 2026 the 'year of housing' in his State of the City address
During his speech, Johnson shared how he’s declared 2026 the year of housing. Focusing on three factors — affordability, availability and quality.

5 Wisconsin chefs, bars advance in James Beard Awards
Twelve from the Badger State had originally been named semifinalists, but only about a third made it through.

'We've made substantial reductions': Menasha voters face a $6 million school referendum
Menasha Joint School District Superintendent Matt Zimmerman said the district is facing a deficit because inflation has outpaced state aid.

Everyday Hero: Heckrodt Wetland Reserve provides an up-close look at wildlife
Heckrodt Nature Reserve is a 91-acre nonprofit green space in Menasha, Wis.

Fortes' tiebreaking double in 9th gives Rays 3-2 win over Brewers
Milwaukee took its first loss after opening the season with a three-game sweep of the Chicago White Sox.

Brewers giving shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt an 8-year, $50.75 million deal, AP source says
The Brewers selected Pratt in the sixth round of the 2023 draft.

In wake of Bayshore 'takeover,' anti-violence groups worry more events could follow
More than a dozen people currently face charges.

Brewers acquire outfielder Luis Matos from Giants for cash
Milwaukee completed the trade Monday and made room for Matos on the 40-man roster by designating left-handed pitcher Sammy Peralta for assignment.

Generous acts: Businesses challenging businesses to support TSA workers
Wait times are improving at some U.S. airports now that TSA workers have been promised their first paychecks in weeks.

'Might be scared to see the prices': Landscapers begin spring season with fuel price uncertainty
Landscapers are considering a fuel surcharge to offset the rising costs.

Milwaukee won’t get red light cameras after lawmakers didn’t vote on legislation to allow them
The Safe Roads Save Lives Act would have allowed Milwaukee to use traffic cameras to crack down on reckless drivers running red lights or speeding.

World News

More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces
The UK government announces further air defence systems will be sent to countries in the region along with troops to operate them.

Man charged after seven people hit by car in Derby
The pedestrians were seriously injured when they were hit by a black Suzuki Swift on Saturday night.

Weight-loss jabs will be offered on NHS for people at risk of further heart attacks
More than a million people in England will start being offered the anti-obesity jab for better heart health and to avoid strokes.

What it's like to be on Florida's Space Coast ahead of Artemis launch
Huge crowds are gathering around the Kennedy Space Centre to see the launch of the historic moon mission.

Failed experiment as England get grim glimpse of life without Kane
England's World Cup hopes rest on captain Harry Kane after a grim taste of life without him in the defeat against Japan at Wembley, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

UK and France extend talks over new small boats deal
A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs was due to expire at midnight.

Prince Harry's latest feud with the press is over (for now). Here are seven key takeaways
As the case draws to a close, we look back at the toughest newspaper court battle yet.

Minimum wage rises to £12.71 an hour
Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.

Teenage boy at centre of Scott Mills sexual offences investigation was under 16, police say
The case was dropped in 2019 after the CPS deemed there was insufficient evidence to bring charges, police say.

Tiger Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash
Tiger Woods says he is "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health" following an arrest after a car crash.

British billionaire to donate £190m to Cambridge University
Hedge fund founder Chris Rokos said he wanted to "give something back" to the UK with the donation.

'A million things could go wrong' - why seizing Iran's uranium would be so risky for the US
Seizing the stockpile would be one of the "most complicated special operations in history", a former defence official tells the BBC.

Oil nears highest price since start of Iran war
The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.

Asia's migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war
Iran's strikes on Gulf states have been especially hard for migrants who have long supported these economies to lift their families back home from poverty.

'You're no longer my sister' - rows erupt as war divides Iranian families
People in Iran describe angry scenes and tense relationships as rifts open up over the war.

Hegseth calls on US allies to 'step up' over Strait of Hormuz
The defence secretary's comments came after US President Donald Trump told other nations to "go get your own oil".

Diplomatic challenges facing King on US visit
King Charles will be expected to improve UK and US relations on his state visit next month.

From water to council tax: How the bill rises (and one drop) affect you
A string of bill increases have taken effect but minimum wage and benefit rises will help some to pay them.

India begins counting more than a billion people in massive census
The two-phase exercise - the world’s most ambitious - will see three million officials count every Indian.

The Papers: Trump tells UK 'go get your own oil' and 'King sent to US'
US President Donald Trump's latest comments about European allies as the war in Iran rages on dominate Wednesday's papers.

My daughter has childhood dementia and may not live past 16
Diagnosed just before her fourth birthday, Sophia, now 15, can no longer speak and cannot walk unaided.

How English-only condolences undid one of Canada's top CEOs
The episode is the latest reminder of the complicated politics around language and identity in Canada.

When is Nasa's Moon mission launch and what will Artemis do?
The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in April, ahead of a future lunar landing.

The personal items the crew are taking with them
The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.

Trump sees 'America First' opportunity in going to the Moon
A competitive edge with China and a possible lunar gold rush are twin goals behind Artemis II, experts tell the BBC.

Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters
From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.

US journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad
The US state department says a suspect in her abduction has ties to an Iran-backed militia group, Kataib Hezbollah.

Amateur rapper whose XL bully killed his mother-in-law jailed for 10 years
Ashley Warren, who was the first person charged under new XL bully legislation, is sentenced.

Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump's White House ballroom
The Republican-appointed judge ruled that Trump was a "steward" of the White House, not the owner.

Taylor Swift pays homage to Elizabeth Taylor with surprise music video
The star's new music video compiles clips from Elizabeth Taylor's movies and public appearances.

'Respectful' BBC drama on murder of Sarah Everard to air
Everard, 33, was raped and killed by serving Metropolitan Police officer Wayne Couzens in London in 2021.

Labour suspends outspoken backbench MP Karl Turner
The Hull East MP says he was suspended because of his "robust" criticism of the government's policy on jury trials.