Wisconsin: Ho-Chunk Nation sues Kalshi, Robinhood over alleged illegal sports betting

The Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin has sued online exchange Kalshi and brokerage Robinhood, accusing them of running illegal sports gambling operations on tribal lands in violation of federal law. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for...

The business of C-sections

Kelsey Birch remembers the crushing pressure, the sharp jerks, and the feeling of hands inside her abdomen. "I felt like I was being torn apart," she said. "I couldn't handle it." Birch, a then 28-year-old emergency dispatcher in Colorado, hadn't...

Milwaukee’s Storm Cleanup Effort By The Numbers

Get a daily rundown of the top stories on Urban Milwaukee Debris picked up as part of the city’s post-flood bulky item pickup. Photo by Jeramey Jannene. The impact of the 1,000-year storm that dumped billions of gallons of water on Milwaukee and...

Applications Open for Wisconsin Small Business Technical Assistance Program

WISCONSIN – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has opened applications for its Small Business Technical Assistance Program, which provides funding to organizations that support small business growth across the state. The...

Wisconsin Brewing Company expands non-alcoholic options as alcohol consumption declines

Only 28% of Homes on the Market are Affordable for a Typical Household

Buying power is down nearly $30,000 nationally since 2019, despite a 15.7% rise in median income Higher mortgage rates are costing buyers an extra $7,200 per year in financing for a $400,000 home AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a...

Wisconsin Youth Sue State Over Unconstitutional Laws Fueling Climate Crisis and Blocking Clean Energy

Today, fifteen young Wisconsinites filed a constitutional climate lawsuit in Dane County Circuit Court against the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Legislature. The youth plaintiffs—ages 8 to 17—are represented by Midwest...

Wisconsin Gaming Laws Update: Essential Insights for Racine County on Legal Digital Entertainment

Wisconsin’s gaming landscape is evolving rapidly, and Racine County residents need to stay informed about the latest updates. As digital entertainment gains popularity, understanding the legal framework surrounding gaming becomes essential. Recent...

Wisconsin State Fair reopens Dairy Building for cream puff sales after flooding

STORY ON THE 12 NEWS MOBILE APP. THE HISTORIC FLOODING CAUSED THE STATE FAIR TO CLOSE A DAY EARLY. NOW THEY’RE MAKING IT UP WITH CREAM PUFFS. 12 NEWS ZOIE HENRY REPORTS FROM STATE FAIR PARK. THE DOORS OF THE DAIRY BUILDING OPENED UP AT 7 A.M., AND...

Milwaukee author explores Mexican Fiesta’s 50+ years of history in the city

MILWAUKEE — Did you know this festival started as a small celebration on Milwaukee’s south side in the 1970s? Today, it has grown into one of Milwaukee’s largest cultural festivals, powered by nearly 1,000 volunteers and 60 coordinators. Dr....

Wisconsin youth sue state to strike down laws they say worsen climate crisis, violate rights

A group of 15 young people in Wisconsin is challenging state laws that they say worsen the climate crisis following a landmark climate ruling in Montana. Attorneys for environmental groups Our Children’s Trust and Midwest Environmental Advocates,...

Milwaukee Board Gamer Plays with History

Like books and vinyl LPs, board games continue to hold their own in a world of digital overload. While chess and checkers, Monopoly and Scrabble remain mainstays, recent decades have seen a proliferation of new titles for niche audiences, many of...

$1M raised for Milwaukee area flood victims through GoFundMe campaigns

MILWAUKEE — More than $1 million has been raised on GoFundMe across all 50 states to directly help those affected by the historic flooding in Milwaukee and across Southeast Wisconsin, and to support nonprofits on the ground providing relief...

Wisconsin Farmers and Food Businesses Encouraged to Apply for 2025 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is now accepting applications for the 2025 round of Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grants. Applications are due by noon on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025. DATCP will award up...

DeerFest aims to have something for every hunter at new central Wisconsin location

STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) - A large trade show celebrating everything outdoors is happening this weekend in Stevens Point. DeerFest 2025 honors the rich tradition of Wisconsin’s hunting and sportsman culture. The three-day event is being held at...

Body cam footage shows Milwaukee judge denying she hid an immigrant wanted by ICE

MILWAUKEE (AP) — A Milwaukee judge charged with obstructing a federal agency and concealing a wanted person who was in the country illegally told police days after the incident in her courtroom that “I didn’t do anything that they’re saying.” The...

Wisconsin indigenous tribes cultivating hemp for medical cannabis

Wisconsin indigenous tribes, like the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior are cultivating hemp to establish a dispensary and provide medical cannabis. Wisconsin is a bit of island state, because it hasn’t made the leap to make medical...

The fight over mail-in voting, Dairy whey now generating income, The economics of skate parks

We talk to two state lawmakers about President Trump’s desire to end mail-in voting. Then, we learn more about how the dairy industry in Wisconsin is embracing whey. Then, a story from Wisconsin Life. And, an economics professor explains how skate...

Wisconsin Woman Causes $10,000 in Damage Over Missing DoorDash Order

A Milwaukee woman is facing a felony charge after police say she caused more than $10,000 worth of damage to a DoorDash driver’s vehicle. Delivery Gone Wrong The incident began on July 11, when driver Faith Morris accepted a late-night order that...

More than 1,500 Milwaukeeans arrive for free cleanup flood relief kits from the Salvation Army

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- It's been nearly two weeks since the devastating floods damaged many homes and businesses across southeastern Wisconsin. In Milwaukee, many residents are still dealing with the aftermath – but there is help. Cars were wrapped...