Former Madison Police Chief Noble Wray Embraces Role On Commutation Advisory Board

“In total, I’m 100% in support of commutations,” said Wray.

A Wisconsin Family Is Suing Target After Their 10-Month-Old Died From Swallowing A Water Bead

The couple claims that the company failed to warn them about the dangers of a water beads product sold exclusively at Target.

Wisconsin Governor's Race Puts Democratic Socialist Platform To A Key Swing-State Test

Over the last month, Democratic socialists have notched victories in the liberal strongholds of New York City, Washington, D.C., and Denver.

Milwaukee Municipal Power Effort Follows Path Of Other Communities

The typical We Energies customer using 660 kilowatt hours of energy per month is paying $144 each month for that power.

Red And Blue States Pass Laws To Protect Contraception Access

Current Georgia law requires patients to receive a birth control prescription from a doctor, which they can then fill at a pharmacy.

Fast-Casual Chain To Open 60 Restaurants, Focus On Midwest Growth: See WI Locations

The restaurant is known for its made-to-order burgers, shoestring fries and frozen custard.

Department Of Corrections, Contractor Pursue Reform, Advocates Want A Bigger Say

The report gave Wisconsin’s adult prison system advice about better healthcare and addressed a persistent understaffing problem.

3 Children Dead After Boat Capsizes In Violent Geneva, WI Lake Storm

Divers found the children trapped inside the sunken boat in 32 feet of water after 90 to 100 mph winds hit the lake.

A Proud History And A Cloudy Future: Congressional Black Caucus Hit By Supreme Court Ruling

In Trump’s first term, Democrats gained 40 seats in the midterm election. The Black Caucus gained nine new members.

3 Children Die, 7 People Rescued After Boat Capsizes During Fierce Storm On Geneva Lake: Officials

All the children who died were wearing life jackets, officials say.

Tick Bites Are Surging In The US This Year. Here's What To Know.

If you find a tick on your skin, Toledo said to first quickly remove the tick with tweezers by pinching and pulling up in a vertical motion.

Which State Has More Lakes, Minnesota Or Wisconsin?

Wisconsin's number looks bigger on paper. A Wisconsin DNR scientist says that's not the whole story.

Wisconsin ICE Surge Brings Trauma And Broken Trust To Milwaukee

Masked agents use the Milwaukee PD lot, conduct violent arrests.

Folk singer songwriter Mark Dvorak returns to Woodruff concert series on July 19

The Northwoods Unitarian Fellowship, 8625 Peggys Lane, welcomes folk troubadour Mark Dvorak back to its summer concert series Sunday July 19

6-Year-Old Bit By Rabid Bat In WI: Report

The bat was eventually killed by one of the child's brothers, according to WBAY.

Pickup Truck Driver, 63, Killed In Western Wisconsin Crash, Sheriff Says

A pickup truck was found "down a wooded embankment" off Badlands Road in Hudson Township, about 13 miles southeast of Stillwater, MN.

Emissions Of Trump-Supported Columbia Co. Coal Plant Jumped In 2025

A Columbia County coal plant salted to “modernize” its operations, dramatically increased its pollutant emissions in 2025.

WI Fire Kills Dozens Of Pets Despite Mass Rescue Effort

Firefighters pulled 32 animals from a burning Dousman home Saturday, but were only able to save 11 of them.

Local Election Officials Reel Over ‘Logistical Nightmare' Of Trump's Vote-By-Mail Order

Trump's executive order has thrown local vote-by-mail election preparations into chaos.

Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore Introduces Bill To Repeal Federal School Voucher Tax Credit

While the general election takes place on Nov. 3, Wisconsin’s next governor will not be inaugurated until Jan. 4, 2027.

Culver Icon Destroyed In Wisconsin Storms

The bright blue barn had been a familiar landmark for more than a decade.

Two Democrats Seek To Challenge Treasurer John Leiber, Wisconsin's Only GOP State Office Holder

Leiber, first elected in 2022, is running for his second term in office this year.

Major Pizza Chain Shutters Locations Nationwide, Including In WI

Over 40 locations have closed so far in 2026, according to a recent analysis by Fast Company.

Democrats And Advocates Call For State Birth Control Protections

State laws are necessary to protect Wisconsinites from potential actions by the Supreme Court targeting access to birth control.

Wisconsin Mosque President Detained By ICE Denied Diabetes Care, Told To Buy Pork Rinds To Stabilize Blood Sugar

He has no criminal record in the U.S., where he has lived for more than 30 years.

Baby Wipes Recalled At Target Due To Contamination: What WI Shoppers Should Know

The wipes have been recalled due to potential bacterial contamination that could cause serious infections in infants and young children.

Salah Sarsour's Lawyers Say His Health Is Deteriorating, Religious Freedoms Denied

Salah Salsour is the Palestinian president of Milwaukee’s Islamic Society and a legal U.S. permanent resident.

Wisconsin Earns 72/100 in New Financial Transparency Ranking

According to new national report by Truth in Accounting

Barnes Leans On Statewide Experience To Make Case For Democratic Nomination

Barnes entered the race in December and he’ll need to get through a crowded Democratic primary to make it onto the November ballot.

These WI Public High Schools Have The Highest Average SAT Scores

Niche’s 2026 college prep ranking lists several Wisconsin public schools with average SAT scores near or above 1,400.

Baraboo Climbing Guide Dies In Devil’s Lake State Park Accident

Audrie Pelosi, 30, had worked at Ski Hut in Duluth before moving to Baraboo, where she became part of the local outdoor community.

Federal Judge Weighs Whether To Overturn Former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan's Obstruction Conviction

The case was an early test of how the courts would respond to President Trump's sweeping immigration crackdown.

Budget Committee Releases Funds For Agency That Aids People With Disabilities Seeking Work

The Joint Finance Committee voted unanimously for the funding, but members first argued over why the panel didn’t act sooner.

Popular Frozen Food Recalled Over Salmonella Risk: What WI Consumers Should Know

The product is sold at retail and grocery stores nationwide, including Walmart, Target and Costco.

Measles, Whooping Cough Spike Amid Low Vaccination Rates

Unvaccinated people are like fuel for the wildfire of disease outbreaks, said Dr. Andrew Pavia, of the University of Utah, in his remarks.

Plane Lands In WI After Passenger Tries To Breach Cockpit: Reports

The United flight was diverted to Madison, Wisconsin, where authorities removed an unruly passenger, according to the airline.

Republican Legislators Ask Evers To Pause Commutations, Make Changes To The Process

A commutation doesn’t automatically mean a person in prison will be released.

Most Wisconsinites Say They Wanted Failed Surplus Deal; Analysts Projected It Would Lead To Deficit

Of those surveyed, 80% said it should have passed, 11% said it shouldn’t have passed, while 9% said they didn’t know.

Wisconsin Bratwurst Alert Issued Over Undeclared Allergen

The alert applies to mushroom and Swiss bratwursts from Starzer Meats in Pound, Wisconsin.

160 Workers To Lose Jobs After Dining Company Loses Carthage College Contract

Parkhurst Dining says its contract with Carthage College is ending, triggering a permanent shutdown at the Kenosha campus.