All articles tagged with #wisconsin
Originally Published 1 day ago — by Iowa Hawkeyes Athletics
The University of Iowa wrestling team, ranked No. 4, defeated No. 18 Wisconsin 23-12 in their Big Ten opener, with key victories including Kueter's overtime win and Caliendo's technical fall, showcasing strong team performance and scoring dominance.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Wisconsin is experiencing a surge in flu hospitalizations, surpassing last winter's peak, driven by a new H3N2 variant. Despite high activity, vaccination rates are low, with only about 30% of residents vaccinated, though vaccination remains recommended to protect against current and emerging strains. The CDC reports nationwide high flu activity with significant hospitalizations and deaths, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and preparedness.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
An 18-year-old Wisconsin man, Nikita Casap, accused of murdering his parents to fund a plot to assassinate President Trump, is set to enter a plea deal. He was found with his parents' bodies weeks after the murders, fleeing with stolen money and items, and had shared plans involving explosives and a drone, including messages about living in Ukraine and killing Trump. The case involves multiple charges, and the plea agreement details are not publicly disclosed.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by MPR News
A messy and icy start to Tuesday across Minnesota and western Wisconsin involves freezing rain, fog, and slick conditions, with significant ice accumulation expected in western Wisconsin, leading to winter weather advisories. Temperatures are steady, and a brief warm-up is forecasted for Wednesday, followed by a cooldown and another warm-up early next week.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by CBS News
Schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are experiencing delays and closures due to wet winter weather, including rain, freezing rain, and fog, with conditions expected to improve later in the day.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Flu activity surged in Wisconsin over the holidays, driven by a new influenza A virus variant, with cases and hospitalizations increasing nationwide, signaling a potentially tough flu season ahead, though overall severity remains low so far.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by WPR
The article discusses the growing use of mass timber, particularly cross-laminated timber (CLT), in construction and its potential to boost Wisconsin's forestry industry by creating local supply chains and increasing demand for Wisconsin-grown wood, though challenges such as competition and technological development remain.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by WMTV 15 NEWS
Southern Wisconsin experiences a warm spell with rain and mild temperatures before a cold front on Sunday causes a 30-degree temperature drop, bringing snow, strong winds, and dangerous wind chills into early next week, with temperatures remaining below normal through Monday.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by WPR
Wisconsin scientists and students express concern over the planned dismantling of the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) by the White House, fearing it will severely impact climate research and jeopardize scientific progress on weather and climate challenges.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by CNN
A woman involved in the 2014 Slender Man stabbing attack has been returned to a mental health hospital after escaping from a group home, with authorities citing concerns about her trustworthiness and safety.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by The Cap Times
The 2026 Wisconsin elections are highly uncertain, with the gubernatorial race and legislative control both up for grabs, influenced by national politics, candidate qualities, and local issues, making this a pivotal and unpredictable election cycle.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by CBS News
Several schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin are delaying start times due to a winter weather advisory and slick road conditions caused by a light wintry mix, with the pattern expected to calm later in the day as temperatures rise.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by The Post-Crescent
Multiple product recalls in Wisconsin include cheese contaminated with metal, dog food with plastic, mislabeled tamales, baby formula linked to infant botulism, and tomato soup with undeclared allergen, urging consumers to check their purchases and dispose of or return affected items for safety.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by The Guardian
A Wisconsin judge, Hannah Dugan, was found guilty of obstruction for helping a Mexican immigrant evade ICE agents, amid political tensions over immigration enforcement during Trump's administration. She was acquitted of a related concealment charge but faces up to five years in prison, with her sentencing pending and an appeal expected. The case drew national attention, highlighting conflicts between judicial independence and immigration enforcement policies.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by National Weather Service (.gov)
A new 24-hour precipitation record of 14.55 inches was confirmed in Wisconsin after severe thunderstorms caused widespread flash flooding, surpassing the previous record of 11.72 inches set in 1946, with the event primarily affecting Milwaukee on August 9-10, 2025.