Wisconsin hits record high with 2,817 cases in one day, 22% positivity rate

Wisconsin has set a state record for new coronavirus cases with 2,817 reported on Saturday. The state's positivity rate was 22%, and Wisconsin now has the third highest number of new cases per capita in the country.

Teen charged in deadly Kenosha shootings fights extradition

A 17-year-old in Illinois accused of killing two protesters days after Jacob Blake was shot by police in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is fighting his return to Wisconsin to face homicide charges that could put him in prison for life.

Kyle Rittenhouse's attorneys portray him as 'American patriot'

Kyle Rittenhouse’s high-profile defense and fund-raising teams refused to speak to The Associated Press about their strategy ahead of the teen’s next court appearance, a hearing in Illinois on whether to return him to Wisconsin.

Lawsuit claims Facebook groups led to fatal shootings in Kenosha

Four people are behind a federal lawsuit against Facebook, accused shooter Kyle Rittenhouse, and a former Kenosha alderman.

Sec. Pompeo warns of China influence in state, local governments

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s visit to the Wisconsin Capitol less than six weeks before the election was a first for a secretary of state.

Chicago adds Wisconsin, Puerto Rico to quarantine travel order list

Chicago officials Tuesday told visitors from Wisconsin for the second time that they must remain in quarantine for two weeks if they visit the city.

Independent consultant will review police shooting of Jacob Blake

Wisconsin native and retired Madison Police Chief Noble Wray will review the case and turn over his findings to the district attorney.

Medical examiner: Brain found along Racine beach not human

The medical examiner has determined that the brain found along the beach at Samuel Myers Park in Racine on Tuesday morning, Sept. 15 is not a human brain.

Tommy Bartlett Show to close permanently due to COVID-19 pandemic

The Tommy Bartlett Show in Wisconsin Dells will close permanently due to the catastrophic loss of business income from the pandemic fallout.

Fire chief: Damage from unrest in Kenosha tops $11 million

Kenosha's fire chief says damage from the unrest over the police shooting of Jacob Blake has now topped $11 million.

Man finds apparent brain on Racine beach: 'What is this?'

"Curiosity got to me, so I popped it open and it looked like a chicken breast -- kind of. It took a little bit for it to really (register) of what was going on; it was a brain."

Chicago warns against Wisconsin travel, cites COVID spike

Chicago officials cautioned city residents Tuesday about travel to Wisconsin, citing a recent COVID-19 spike in Illinois’ neighbor to the north.

Girl appeals Slender Man stabbing to Wisconsin Supreme Court

Morgan Geyser and Anisa Weier attacked their friend, Payton Leutner, in a Waukesha County park following a sleepover in 2014. Geyser stabbed Leutner 19 times, as Weier encouraged her, leaving the girl to die. All three girls were 12 at the time.

Man shot during Kenosha protest still remembers screams

Rittenhouse has been charged with multiple felonies, including two counts of homicide. He is awaiting extradition to Wisconsin.

Man wanted for 2018 Waukegan murder arrested in Wisconsin

A Chicago man wanted for a murder nearly two years ago in north suburban Waukegan was arrested Wednesday in Wisconsin.

Man charged after corn vendor carrying $138 killed during robbery

According to prosecutors, the suspect and others robbed a Domino's delivery driver the same day -- taking $100, credit cards, a watch, a phone and Domino's food/drinks.

Kamala Harris meets Blake family, stops by union training facility

Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris met with the family of a Wisconsin man shot by police to kick off her visit.