Dramatic video shows lightning strike exploding tree in Wisconsin

A security camera captured the moment a lightning bolt struck a tree in Northern Wisconsin on September 9, sending bark and debris flying through the air.

Milwaukee crash: 2 Marquette lacrosse players killed, driver arrested

Two Marquette University students were killed, and others were injured, in a Milwaukee crash on Friday. The driver was arrested.

Southeast Wisconsin historic flooding, recovery and cleanup underway

Southeast Wisconsin saw historic and dangerous flooding this past weekend (Aug. 9-10). Catastrophic flooding has impacted Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, Waukesha, and other surrounding communities.

Governor Evers won’t seek third term in battleground Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s Democratic governor, Tony Evers, announced Thursday that he will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years.

Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law

The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.

Milwaukee man admits to framing undocumented man in Trump, ICE threats

A Milwaukee man is accused of writing letters threatening to kill President Trump and ICE agents, and then sending those letters to Milwaukee officials, all the while posing as an immigrant.

Milwaukee County Judge Dugan pleads not guilty in federal court

Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that she helped a man who is in the country illegally evade U.S. immigration authorities looking to arrest him in her courtroom.

Wisconsin woman missing for 62 years found alive

A Wisconsin woman who has been missing for more than 60 years has been found alive and well, authorities said this week.

FBI arrests Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan; accused of obstructing ICE arrest

A battle over immigration enforcement is boiling over after a Milwaukee County judge is charged with federal crimes. Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested on Friday, April 25, 2025 by federal agents.

Best states for education in 2025

Schools across the country offer different resources that help students thrive academically, and these states earn high grades for their overall performance.

Wisconsin teen plotted Trump assassination, 'revolution:' warrant

An FBI investigation into a Wisconsin teen, already accused of killing his mother and stepfather, revealed a conspiracy to assassinate President Donald Trump.