Wisconsin native journalist abducted in Baghdad after militia warning

Freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson, a Wisconsin native, was abducted in Baghdad, raising concern from family and colleagues after years reporting in Iraq and across the Middle East.

Artemis II live tracker: NASA astronauts lift off from Florida on moon mission

Artemis II lifted off from Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Wednesday, sending four astronauts on a 10-day mission into deep space, around the moon, and back to Earth.

Food challenges in Milwaukee
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Rising food costs and several major grocery store closures on Milwaukee’s north side have created a "food desert," leaving neighbors with few options.

Supreme Court justices raise questions in Trump birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in a landmark case challenging the scope of birthright citizenship, with early indications suggesting a number of justices may be skeptical of the Trump administration’s position.

Food challenges in Milwaukee; pantries provide more groceries than ever

Rising food costs and grocery store closures are among the list of challenges neighbors on Milwaukee's north side have been battling.

Tremaine Jones trial, Officer McCray testifies
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Milwaukee Police Officer Christopher McCray testified Wednesday in the trial of Tremaine Jones, the man accused of wounding him and killing Officer Kendall Corder in a shooting last summer. 

Milwaukee homicide; man accused of killing brother found guilty

A Milwaukee County jury found Brandon Smith guilty on Wednesday, April 1, of killing his brother inside a home near 47th and Stark in February 2025.

Manhunt underway in Kenosha
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A manhunt is underway in Kenosha for 33-year-old Marckus L.A. Plaza – he's a person of interest in connection to a homicide.

MLB-produced Brewers broadcasts debut with new cameras, features
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Major League Baseball’s new Milwaukee Brewers broadcasts feature drone shots, wire cams, and expanded coverage, with more cameras planned later this season.

Wisconsin wild spring weather; icing to severe storms Thursday

Freezing rain could cause an icy morning commute Thursday, then heavy rain continues throughout the day with a chance of severe weather by early evening.

Trump attends Supreme Court as justices hear birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court cast doubt Wednesday on President Donald Trump’s attempt to restrict birthright citizenship in a high‑stakes case highlighted by the president’s appearance in the courtroom.

Milwaukee officers shot, Tremaine Jones trial: Live updates April 1

Milwaukee Police Officer Christopher McCray testified Wednesday in the trial of Tremaine Jones, the man accused of wounding him and killing Officer Kendall Corder in a shooting last summer.

Manhunt underway in Kenosha
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 A manhunt is underway in Kenosha for 33-year-old Marckus L.A. Plaza – he's a person of interest in connection to a homicide. 

Mangione trial pushed to October as judge delays proceedings

The decision follows a request from Mangione’s defense team to postpone the trial, which had previously been scheduled to begin Sept. 8.

Prosecution witness IDs Tremaine Jones in court
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Prosecution witness James Johnson identified Tremaine Jones in court as a person who was carrying a long gun. Jones is on trial, accused of shooting two Milwaukee police officers in summer 2025. 

Quadruple amputee cornhole player held without bond in fatal shooting following extradition

A quadruple amputee professional cornhole player accused of killing a friend in Maryland was ordered held without bond after a court appearance Wednesday morning, following his extradition from Virginia.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 60 latest updates

April 1 marks two months since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, vanished from her southern Arizona home.