Wisconsin19 Sept 2026We've been transatlantic pen pals for 70 years and are now more like sistersKathleen Bonthron and Shirley Hedtke were age 10 and 11 when their friendship began to blossom in letters sent between Scotland and the US.19 Sept 202613 Sept 2026US congressman swims to safety after his plane is forced to land on a lake The small plane carrying Rep Tom Tiffany had a mechanical issue that forced the pilot to make an emergency landing on a Wisconsin lake. 13 Sept 202630 Jul 2026Dashcam captures tornado toppling power lines onto carVideo obtained by the BBC provides a firsthand look at the powerful storm system that ripped through parts of eastern Wisconsin on 27 July.30 Jul 202628 Jul 2026Drone footage shows Wisconsin tornado damageNo fatalities or injuries were immediately reported after an EF-2 tornado hit parts of the Midwest state.28 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Wisconsin officials open investigation into fatal police shootingCorey Ruiz, 38, was shot and killed on Wednesday in an altercation with four officers. Police say he resisted arrest and pulled a knife during the incident.24 Jul 202622 Jul 2026'It makes me different': Meet the women breaking world records in lumberjack sportsThe BBC finds out what is driving the sports' increasing popularity with women and what it takes to be the best.22 Jul 20268 Jul 2026Ex-US judge spared from prison for helping migrant evade federal agentsThe 67-year-old was arrested for ushering a suspect out a courtroom side door to avoid immigration agents. 8 Jul 20265 May 2026Hundreds of beagles rescued from Wisconsin breeding facility being rehomedAbout 1,500 dogs are being released from a Wisconsin commercial breeder and prepared for adoption after protests from activists.5 May 202619 Apr 2026Widespread damage as storm spreads through midwestern USA series of strong winds has torn through the midwestern US, ripping roofs off homes and leaving roads obstructed.19 Apr 2026...
