Ballet company changes name amid Russian invasion of Ukraine

Ballet company RBT presented "Swan Lake" at the Riverside Theater. The performance came after the group changed its name from "Russian Ballet Theatre."

Russia-Ukraine war: Cease-fire attempt fails amid more shelling

What looked like a breakthrough cease-fire to evacuate residents from two cities in Ukraine quickly is not holding, according to Ukrainian officials.

'Ukraine Strong:' Black Husky Brewing fundraiser shows support

Milwaukee continues to find sways to support the people of Ukraine. Saturday, that support included a cold beer at Black Husky Brewing.

Milwaukee's sister city in Ukraine damaged, mayors speak

Irpin, Ukraine – Milwaukee's sister city – is facing increased damage by the Russian military and bombings. The cities' mayors spoke Friday.

Mastercard, Visa suspend operations in Russia amid Ukraine invasion

Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs.

Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner jailed in Russia after vapes found in luggage: reports

Phoenix Mercury player and WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner has been jailed in Russia after vape cartridges were found in her luggage at a Moscow airport, according to multiple reports.

Russia-Ukraine war: What to know after Russians take Europe's largest nuclear plant

Russia's war on Ukraine is in its ninth day. U.N. and Ukrainian officials say no radiation was released from a Russian attack at Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant in Ukraine.

Russia blocks Twitter, Facebook access, expanding media crackdown

Russian President Vladimir Putin has intensified a crackdown on media outlets and individuals who fail to hew to the Kremlin line on the war in Ukraine.

Vladimir Putin needs to be assassinated, U.S. senator says

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham says someone in Russia needs to step up and kill President Vladimir Putin for the good of the world.

Milwaukee lights up blue and gold for Ukraine

Several Milwaukee buildings and landmarks will light up blue and yellow in solidarity with Ukraine starting on Sunday, March 6 at dusk.

EXPLAINER: How dangerous was Russia’s nuclear plant strike?

Europe’s largest nuclear power plant was hit by Russian shelling early Friday, sparking a fire and raising fears of a disaster that could affect all of central Europe for decades, like the 1986 Chernobyl meltdown.

Russian lawmakers approve 15-year prison penalty for 'fake' war reports

Russians could face prison sentences of up to 15 years for spreading information that goes against the Russian government's position on the war in Ukraine, a move that comes as authorities block access to foreign media outlets.

Airbnb is suspending all operations in Russia and Belarus, CEO says

Airbnb has suspended all operations in Russia and Belarus. The company is also offering free, temporary housing for up to 100,000 refugees fleeing Ukraine.

Fire out at Ukraine's key nuclear plant amid Russian attacks

A fire at Europe's biggest nuclear plant ignited by Russian shelling has been extinguished, Ukrainian authorities said Friday, and Russian forces have taken control of the site.

Russians in Wisconsin show Ukraine support, solidarity

In Wisconsin, the tide of solidarity with the people of Ukraine has been rising – including among Russians.