Milwaukee’s racing sausages are breakout stars of the World SeriesAs the Brewers savor their first World Series victory after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays, the team’s Wisconsin-themed race gained an international audience. Oct 29 26October 29, 2026Article at Washington Post
How an Iowa farmer cut back as fuel, fertilizer and health care costs soaredAaron Lehman, 58, has put off big purchases and stopped making retirement contributions to offset rising prices. Oct 28 26October 28, 2026Article at Washington Post
One of the country's swingiest districts has a hard MAGA incumbentWisconsin’s Rep. Derrick Van Orden stands firmly with President Donald Trump, despite his unpopularity, seeking to mobilize the Republican base. Oct 26 26October 26, 2026Article at Washington Post
He wanted to share his passion. Now these teens are learning to hunt with bows.Members of the Al Tabee’ah Adventure Club, sponsored by a Minneapolis mosque, must complete months of rigorous training before they are allowed to hunt deer. Oct 18 26October 18, 2026Article at Washington Post
Plane crashes near Wisconsin Dells, killing all 6 on boardThe crash occurred in a wooded area in the town of Dellona, the Sauk County sheriff said in a statement. Oct 14 26October 14, 2026Article at Washington Post
FBI says it stopped teen’s plan for ISIS-inspired attack at Mall of AmericaThe 18-year-old allegedly tried to buy an assault rifle, intending to harm shoppers at the Minnesota mall, according to court records. Oct 07 26October 07, 2026Article at Washington Post
University of Michigan pauses plan to stop issuing gradesThe pilot plan, which aimed to address students’ mental health, was criticized by some students and alumni. Sep 30 26September 30, 2026Article at Washington Post
Pope Leo sent a letter blessing the White Sox ahead of playoffs winThe Chicago-born pontiff sent the Chicago team the « Almighty’s abundant blessings. » Sep 30 26September 30, 2026Article at Washington Post
Officials seek answers after man police say was fleeing ICE dies in car crashThe man was driving Sunday morning in Grand Rapids, Michigan, when at some point before the crash ICE attempted to stop the vehicle, police said. Sep 23 26September 23, 2026Article at Washington Post
Swing-state billboards use football trash talk to call foul on tariffsA small-business group is targeting gridiron-obsessed states hit hard by the Trump administration’s economic policies. Sep 21 26September 21, 2026Article at Washington Post
For 11 days, a lost hiker shouted for help. Then two kayakers appeared.Craig Berg’s phone vanished in a swamp. As he sought help, he survived on freeze-dried food and “the most disgusting water that you could imagine.” Sep 19 26September 19, 2026Article at Washington Post
Hundreds arrested in Indiana during recent five-day ICE crackdownU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cites cooperation with local law enforcement agencies as it continues stepped-up efforts to detain undocumented immigrants. Sep 17 26September 17, 2026Article at Washington Post
Wasps are chasing Midwesterners indoors. What’s behind the surge?Pest-control companies have been flooded this year with requests to remove nests. Sep 13 26September 13, 2026Article at Washington Post
Snowiest part of storm still to come Thursday night through Friday nightAs a wicked winter storm continues to blast much of the country, snow has started to move into parts of the Midwest. In Chicago, snow is forecast to be heavy at times for the rest of Thursday and into the night. The forecast to the east is more dire:… Dec 22 22December 22, 2022Article at Washington Post
Abortion protests continue after Supreme Court ends Roe v. Wade; Biden criticizes court’s ‘terrible decisions’As the nation continues to feel the fallout from the Supreme Court’s decision that overturns Roe v. Wade, Washington and cities coast to coast were venues for street demonstrations after the ruling was met with an outpouring of joy and rage Friday… Jun 26 22June 26, 2022Article at Washington Post
Justice Dept. to appeal mask mandate ruling if CDC says it’s neededThe Biden administration said Tuesday it would appeal a judge’s ruling that blocked a transportation mask requirement if federal health officials determine the mandate is still needed. The Justice Department continued to defend the administration’s… Apr 19 22April 19, 2022Article at Washington Post
Spiking gas prices sting drivers nationwide, tapping pocketbooks and patienceThe trajectory of gas prices at the Mobil station four miles north of the White House has been brutal, clocking in at $3.85 a week ago, $4.17 on Friday, then $4.43 Tuesday, leaving Elizabeth Lopez, a mother of three and employer of six, feeling… Mar 08 22March 08, 2022Article at Washington Post
The state of the union, according to President Biden’s worried supportersPresident Biden is expected to deliver his first formal State of the Union address before a packed joint session of Congress on Tuesday night. But his true audience lies well beyond the halls of the U.S. Capitol, in the divided nation he leads. With… Feb 28 22February 28, 2022Article at Washington Post
Family of elderly Palestinian American who died after Israeli detention demands international inquiryMILWAUKEE — The American family of a Palestinian American man who died last week after being detained by Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank called for an international investigation Sunday, saying Israel could not be trusted to hold… Jan 17 22January 17, 2022Article at Washington Post
Mink farmers are skipping to the front of the vaccine line — for an important reasonAs some of Wisconsin’s seniors, teachers and other front-line and essential employees wait for a limited supply of vaccine doses, an unlikely group of people — the 300 or so people involved in the farmed mink industry — have already started getting… Feb 19 21February 19, 2021Article at Washington Post
