Minnesota, Wisconsin health departments will not follow CDC vaccine guidance

The Minnesota Department of Health is breaking with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccine guidance after the federal organization made changes to the childhood immunization schedule.

Wisconsin deputies stop driver, flashlight used as headlight

The Door County Sheriff's Office stopped a driver for speeding, and deputies found a handheld flashlight used as a "substitute" for a missing headlight.

Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser found in Illinois

Authorities in Madison confirmed Morgan Geyser was taken into custody in Illinois on Sunday night, Nov. 23.

Ancient canoes discovered in Wisconsin lake reveal 5,200-year-old history

Sixteen ancient canoes discovered in Lake Mendota, located in Madison, Wisconsin, are shedding light on historical transportation networks and cultural practices in the area.

Dramatic video shows lightning strike exploding tree in Wisconsin

A security camera captured the moment a lightning bolt struck a tree in Northern Wisconsin on September 9, sending bark and debris flying through the air.

Governor Evers won’t seek third term in battleground Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s Democratic governor, Tony Evers, announced Thursday that he will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years.

Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law

The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.

Wisconsin woman missing for 62 years found alive

A Wisconsin woman who has been missing for more than 60 years has been found alive and well, authorities said this week.

Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx

A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.

Human bird flu infection case reported in Barron Co., WI

One person in Barron County, Wisconsin, is believed to be the first in the state this year to have contracted bird flu after being exposed to an infected flock.

Wisconsin school shooting: Motive appears to be 'combination of factors'

Madison police said detectives are looking into the suspected shooter's online activity and say the motive appears to be a "combination of factors."

Police chief leading investigation in WI school shooting has ties to Seattle

Another school mass shooting shocked the U.S. on Monday, but the police chief spearheading the investigation is someone FOX 13 Seattle reported on last week.

Madison, Wisconsin school shooting: 3 dead, shooter was 15-year-old girl

A shooting at the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, left at least three people dead, including the suspected shooter, and six others injured.