Madison's 14th annual Frozen Assets Festival drew over 1,000 people to Lake Mendota on safe, frozen ice in February 2026, following a 2024 cancellation due to unsafe conditions.

La Crosse begins construction on a $53 million elementary school to replace aging buildings, funded by a 2024 vote, with completion set for fall 2027.

Milwaukee police seek public help finding 17-year-old Aleyah Miller and her 1-year-old son, Amir, last seen February 8 in Garden Homes.

A Wisconsin barn fire on Feb. 27, 2026, killed 14 sheep; cause is under investigation.

Green Bay schools narrow superintendent search to Hernandez and Trimberger, with public events March 4–5 and a decision by March 11.

A 41-year-old Oshkosh man was arrested after stabbing a 35-year-old man, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries; both knew each other, and there is no ongoing public threat.

Kenosha schools will install metal detectors and boost security after gun incidents, including a fatal shooting.

Marathon County Sheriff’s Office to conduct safe disaster response drill at Eau Claire Dells Campground Tuesday.

A 1976 ice storm left over 600,000 in Wisconsin without power and caused widespread damage.

UW–Green Bay to honor alumni for excellence in advocacy, healthcare, business, sustainability, and community service on March 24.