Wisconsin

Elections 21 hours ago

Mandela Barnes jumps into Wisconsin governor race — but baggage from his 2022 Senate bid follows

Former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes launched his campaign for governor as the likely Democratic primary frontrunner despite baggage from his 2022 Senate race loss.

Wisconsin 1 day ago

Wisconsin ‘refusing to learn the lesson’ of Minnesota after fraud scandal, GOP gubernatorial hopeful warns

Wisconsin Rep. Tom Tiffany warned that Gov. Evers' refusal to allow SNAP audits could lead to fraud like Minnesota's $1 billion scandal involving terrorists.

Wisconsin 3 days ago

Conservatives intervene in Wisconsin’s mid-decade redistricting push as House majority hangs in the balance

A conservative law firm has challenged Wisconsin's congressional map lawsuits, arguing that new drawing districts now would violate federal law ahead of the midterm elections.

Wisconsin 3 days ago

Slender Man stabber’s lawyer demands she be freed from jail, returned to mental facility after escape: report

Morgan Geyser's attorney requests mental health facility placement over jail after Slender Man case convict allegedly escaped Wisconsin group home and was arrested.

Wisconsin 4 days ago

Mandela Barnes announces bid for Wisconsin governor after narrow 2022 Senate loss

Former Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes launches 2026 gubernatorial campaign, joining a crowded Democratic field vying for Gov. Tony Evers' open seat.

Lifestyle November 28

Rare great white shark encounter off Maine coast captured in heart-stopping National Geographic photo

National Geographic has unveiled its Pictures of the Year, showcasing 25 stunning photos taken in 2025, including this shark image and more shots captured in the United States.

Discovery November 28

Wisconsin divers reveal mysterious underwater parking lot of ancient canoes preserved for millennia

Wisconsin Historical Society experts identified 16 dugout canoes in Lake Mendota, including the oldest recorded canoe from the Great Lakes region at 5,200 years old.

Crime November 26

‘Slender Man’ stabber’s escape proves she ‘should never have been released,’ expert says

Morgan Geyser, convicted in the infamous Slender Man stabbing case, escaped from a Wisconsin group home and was captured in Illinois after a manhunt.

Crime November 25

Bodycam shows 'Slender Man' stabber captured by police after escaping group home

Body camera footage reveals Morgan Geyser's arrest after fleeing a Wisconsin group home. The "Slender Man" attacker was found at an Illinois truck stop.

Campus Radicals November 25

Students find more violent imagery near University of Wisconsin campus after anti-ICE displays probed

The University of Wisconsin-Madison condemns violent imagery found near campus featuring messages like "the only good fascist is a dead fascist" and graphic depictions.

Robbery - Theft November 24

Masked thieves in South American crime ring loot American homes in coordinated pattern, police warn

Coordinated burglary ring targets affluent Mequon neighborhoods as Wisconsin law enforcement agencies unite to combat professional theft groups operating regionally.

Wisconsin November 24

‘Slender Man’ stabber captured following nationwide manhunt

Police confirm Morgan Geyser, the convicted "Slender Man" stabber who escaped from a Madison group home after cutting her monitoring bracelet on Saturday, has been located.

Campus Radicals November 17

University of Wisconsin TPUSA member 'disgusted' with school after more violent anti-ICE imagery surfaces

Violent imagery showing an ICE agent being shot discovered at UW-Madison campus. Police investigating hand-drawn images found on posts depicting bloodied federal agents.

Illegal Immigrants November 14

DHS deports illegal migrant charged with violent crimes who'd been aided by judge to avoid ICE arrest

A Mexican migrant aided by a Wisconsin judge to evade ICE arrest has been deported, DHS said, reigniting debate over immigration enforcement.

Campus Controversy November 14

Congressman says he was 'blown off' by Wisconsin college accused of blocking new TPUSA chapter

Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Wisc., says Beloit College blew off his attempts to discuss the facts surrounding accusations that the Wisconsin school was blocking a new TPUSA club.

Campus Radicals November 13

Graphic anti-ICE imagery at University of Wisconsin shows agent with bullet in head: 'Speak their language'

UW-Madison confirmed an investigation into campus imagery promoting violence against ICE agents amid concerns over rising political threats on college campuses.

Campus Radicals November 12

University of Wisconsin faces civil rights complaint from watchdog group for alleged trans bathroom violations

Civil rights complaint filed against University of Wisconsin-Madison alleging Title IX violations over transgender bathroom policy that allows biological men in women's facilities.

Veterans November 11

Obama surprises Honor Flight veterans arriving in Washington: 'We are very grateful'

Former President Barack Obama surprised a group of veterans in a heartfelt moment after they touched down on a flight into Washington, D.C.

Turning Point USA November 10

Conservative student exposes Midwestern college for preventing Turning Point USA chapter

A Beloit College student says she and classmates have been blocked from starting a new TPUSA chapter on campus and faced a harassment campaign that faculty has failed to address.

Media November 1

Conservative mom sued for calling DEI teacher 'woke' celebrates as defamation case tossed

Wisconsin mom wins major free speech case after standing up to school district's "woke" policies. Court rules calling someone "woke" is protected opinion, not defamation.

Media October 29

UW-Madison dean called Trump racist, claimed education system, math is ‘inherently violent’ to Black students

A UW-Madison associate dean claims the American education system and mathematics are "inherently violent" toward Black students in a controversial academic paper.

Donald Trump October 29

Scoop: Pro-Trump conservative grandson of Cuban refugees launches bid for Congress in Wisconsin

Michael Alfonso, Sean Duffy's son-in-law and pro-Trump conservative, launches GOP bid for Wisconsin's 7th congressional district seat in solidly Republican area.

Campus Radicals October 29

Wisconsin professor slams ‘isolating environment’ for conservatives on campuses

Wisconsin professor goes viral after slamming campus silence on Charlie Kirk assassination, describes isolating environment for conservative faculty.

Fox News Flash October 16

Wisconsin mom 'seething' after Democrats give her 8-year-old son a chilling bracelet calling for Trump's death

Wisconsin mom Katie Neubauer says Democrats gave her 8-year-old son a bracelet reading “Is he dead yet?" about President Trump at a local farmers market.

U.S. October 16

Officials release cause of death for newlywed couple found in car just days before anniversary

Illinois officials have released a cause of death for a newlywed couple that was found dead in their car on Oct. 6, but an investigation is still ongoing.

Wisconsin October 14

Family says off-duty Milwaukee officer acted appropriately in fatal shooting caught on dashcam video

Elijah Wilks, 26, was fatally shot by an off-duty Milwaukee officer after a traffic incident where dashcam video shows Wilks pointing a firearm at the officer.

U.S. October 14

Newlyweds found dead days before celebrating their first anniversary as police probe possible murder-suicide

Authorities investigate potential murder-suicide after Wisconsin newlyweds Rachel and Brandon Dumovich were discovered dead in their car in Illinois.

U.S. October 13

Newlyweds found dead days before celebrating their first anniversary: police

A couple from Wisconsin was found dead in their car only days before they were set to celebrate their one year wedding anniversary, according to police.

Archaeology September 29

‘Ghost ship’ lost since 1886 discovered in Lake Michigan by researchers who 'had to pinch each other'

Researchers discovered the F.J. King, a schooner that sank in Lake Michigan 140 years ago, ending decades of searches for the elusive ghost ship.

Wisconsin September 25

Chaos erupts during immigration hearing as Democrat lunges at chairman’s gavel: 'I'm tired of you' '

A Wisconsin Senate committee hearing on an immigration bill erupted when Democrat Tim Carpenter called Republicans "cowards" and questioned their Christianity.