University of Wisconsin professor awarded Nobel Prize in Physics
UW-Madison professor Francis Halzen was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics thanks to his work identifying neutrinos.
UW-Madison professor Francis Halzen was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics thanks to his work identifying neutrinos.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Freddie Jackson dies: R&B singer known for ‘You Are My Lady’
Freddie Jackson, the powerhouse behind beloved hits like “You Are My Lady" and “Rock Me Tonight," has died. Here's what to know.
Freddie Jackson, the powerhouse behind beloved hits like “You Are My Lady" and “Rock Me Tonight," has died. Here's what to know.
Measles in Wisconsin: 10 confirmed cases in Chippewa County
Health officials in Wisconsin have confirmed 10 new cases of measles in Chippewa County.
Health officials in Wisconsin have confirmed 10 new cases of measles in Chippewa County.
Noah's Ark researchers ‘inching towards’ confirmation after drilling challenges natural-rock theory
A team investigating a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey says new evidence is strengthening its case that the site could hold the remains of Noah's Ark.
A team investigating a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey says new evidence is strengthening its case that the site could hold the remains of Noah's Ark.
Milwaukee police officer charged with sexual assault
A Milwaukee police officer has been criminally charged after prosecutors say he sexually assaulted a woman outside a bar in South Milwaukee.
A Milwaukee police officer has been criminally charged after prosecutors say he sexually assaulted a woman outside a bar in South Milwaukee.
Scientists discover 57 new marine species lurking in the depths of the South Atlantic
A group of scientists in Argentina discovered dozens of new species in the South Atlantic Ocean, shedding new light on one of the world’s most biologically dynamic regions.
A group of scientists in Argentina discovered dozens of new species in the South Atlantic Ocean, shedding new light on one of the world’s most biologically dynamic regions.
Paramount acquires Warner Bros.: What it means for streaming apps and your wallet
A nearly $111B mega-merger unites Paramount and Warner Bros. Here’s how it could affect you and your wallet.
A nearly $111B mega-merger unites Paramount and Warner Bros. Here’s how it could affect you and your wallet.
Sunshine Protection Act to end daylight saving time change hits Senate wall
The push to end daylight saving time has hit a Senate wall, with Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., saying approval of the Sunshine Protection Act would leave Arkansas kids attending school in the dark.
The push to end daylight saving time has hit a Senate wall, with Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., saying approval of the Sunshine Protection Act would leave Arkansas kids attending school in the dark.
Summerfest generated $221.6 million in economic impact for Milwaukee
Summerfest generated $221.6 million in economic impact for the City of Milwaukee and $259.2 million for Wisconsin's economy.
Summerfest generated $221.6 million in economic impact for the City of Milwaukee and $259.2 million for Wisconsin's economy.
New federal DOT rule to leave air travelers with fewer compensation options for flight disruptions
A new Department of Transportation (DOT) rule set to start this month could make it harder for some travelers to get compensation for certain flight disruptions.
A new Department of Transportation (DOT) rule set to start this month could make it harder for some travelers to get compensation for certain flight disruptions.
Milwaukee shooting Monday; 1 wounded near 16th and Burnham
A shooting in Milwaukee on Monday, Oct. 5 left one person wounded.
A shooting in Milwaukee on Monday, Oct. 5 left one person wounded.
New Franklin Costco part of chain's international expansion plan
Costco is on track to open a new southeast Wisconsin location next month as the membership warehouse chain's expansion plan continues.
Costco is on track to open a new southeast Wisconsin location next month as the membership warehouse chain's expansion plan continues.
Wisconsin elections: Legislature control up for grabs in November
With control of the state's future on the ballot, voters will decide whether Democrats or Republicans control the Wisconsin Legislature.
With control of the state's future on the ballot, voters will decide whether Democrats or Republicans control the Wisconsin Legislature.
Jim Bakker, televangelist who built Christian TV empire, dies at 86
Televangelist Jim Bakker, who built a Christian television empire preaching the gospel, has died. He was 86.
Televangelist Jim Bakker, who built a Christian television empire preaching the gospel, has died. He was 86.
Critically missing 12-year-old boy found safe: Milwaukee police
Milwaukee police say critically missing 12-year-old Kadyen Chambliss has been found safe.
Milwaukee police say critically missing 12-year-old Kadyen Chambliss has been found safe.
Trump suggests Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles during Nebraska rally
President Donald Trump suggested during a campaign rally Monday that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.
President Donald Trump suggested during a campaign rally Monday that Iran could "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego.
Brewers watch party: Milwaukee vendor offering free shirts
Three thousand Milwaukee Brewers fans will rally outside American Family Field on Tuesday night as the team takes on the Padres in San Diego.
Three thousand Milwaukee Brewers fans will rally outside American Family Field on Tuesday night as the team takes on the Padres in San Diego.
Menomonee Falls Woodman's thefts, police seek suspects
Menomonee Falls police are seeking multiple suspects after two, separate thefts from Woodman's that happened days apart.
Menomonee Falls police are seeking multiple suspects after two, separate thefts from Woodman's that happened days apart.
Milwaukee Weather: Windy and Warmer Tuesday
Clear skies overnight with temperatures settling into the 40s overnight. Partly sunny, windy and warmer on Tuesday with a high around 70. Warm again on Wednesday with highs in the low-to-mid 70s.
Clear skies overnight with temperatures settling into the 40s overnight. Partly sunny, windy and warmer on Tuesday with a high around 70. Warm again on Wednesday with highs in the low-to-mid 70s.