State News
Monday, May 4, 2026 · Seymour
College Football Recruiting: Evaluations of Five-Star Prospects
Analyses are available for the 21 five-star players in the current recruiting class. Individual scouting reports focus on projecting their skills to the college level. Key attributes and positional fit are examined for each prospect.
Rockets Defeat Lakers 115-96, Averting Sweep
The Houston Rockets avoided a sweep, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers 115-96 in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series. Reed Sheppard led the Rockets, while Deandre Ayton had 19 points for the Lakers before being ejected.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Ducks Defeat Oilers 4-3 in Overtime, Take 3-1 Series Lead
The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in overtime after a controversial goal review. Ryan Poehling scored the game-winning goal, giving the Ducks a 3-1 series lead as the series shifts to Edmonton.
Monday, May 4, 2026
UW System Eyes 65 Program Cuts as Enrollment Plummets
Wisconsin's public universities are bracing for widespread academic program eliminations under a stricter enrollment metric amid persistent declines. The new policy could flag 10% of undergraduate offerings—about 65 programs—for review, accelerating cuts at campuses from Madison to Green Bay. Lawmakers and administrators warn of deepening fiscal strains on the state's higher education backbone.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Foxconn's Mount Pleasant Campus Expands with $569M AI Push, 1,374 Jobs
Foxconn is pouring $569 million into its Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, campus to ramp up AI data server production, creating 1,374 high-tech jobs over four years. The expansion follows a key collaboration with OpenAI and builds on nearly $717 million already invested in the site. Once a symbol of unfulfilled promises, the Wisconn Valley project is emerging as a cornerstone of Wisconsin's manufacturing revival.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Travel Wisconsin's $10M Summer Push Targets Midwest Families to Dells, Lake Michigan
Travel Wisconsin has unleashed a $10 million marketing blitz to lure families from neighboring states to the Wisconsin Dells' waterparks and Lake Michigan's sandy shores. The 'Here's to Those Who Wisconsin' campaign spotlights real families discovering the Badger State's hidden gems. With ads flooding 13 Midwest markets, officials aim to build on last year's 13.6% surge in out-of-state visits.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Milwaukee's Harley-Davidson Posts Q1 Profit Amid LiveWire Struggles
Harley-Davidson beat Wall Street expectations with $1.07 diluted EPS in Q1 2025, despite a 21% plunge in global motorcycle sales. The Milwaukee icon's electric LiveWire arm narrowed losses but sold just 33 bikes amid consumer uncertainty. Wisconsin's manufacturing powerhouse navigates tough markets with disciplined cost cuts.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Packers' Top Pick Wows at Green Bay Rookie Minicamp Drills
The Green Bay Packers' first-round draft choice turned heads Saturday at rookie minicamp, flashing elite athleticism and sharp football IQ that has coaches buzzing. Head Coach Matt LaFleur called the two-day event at the Don Hutson Center a 'taste of what's to come' for the newest Packers. Wisconsin fans are already dreaming of Lambeau leaps come fall.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Badgers Land Racine 4-Star PG Commitment for 2027 Class
The University of Wisconsin men's basketball team has secured a major in-state recruiting win, landing a four-star point guard from Racine. The commitment bolsters coach Greg Gard's 2027 class amid a competitive Midwest landscape. Initially reported by madison.com, the pledge signals Wisconsin's renewed focus on top local talent.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Brewers Activate Ace Burnes from IL for Crucial Cubs Clash in Milwaukee
Milwaukee's Corbin Burnes returns from the injured list, injecting firepower into the Brewers' rotation ahead of a pivotal NL Central series against the Chicago Cubs. The ace's activation at American Family Field could swing momentum in Wisconsin's baseball heartland. Fans at the Miller Park shrine brace for high-stakes drama this week.
Monday, May 4, 2026
UW-Madison Launches PFAS Center to Clean Wisconsin Waters
University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers are fighting back against 'forever chemicals' poisoning the state's lakes and rivers with a new federally funded Center of Excellence. Backed by nearly $1 million, the initiative targets elusive PFAS compounds in waterways like Lake Monona. It's a critical step for communities battling contamination from Madison to statewide hotspots.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Wisconsin Sees Allergy Surge as Tree Pollen Peaks in Spring
High tree pollen levels are driving a spike in asthma attacks and allergy symptoms across Wisconsin this spring. State health officials from the Department of Health Services urge residents to monitor pollen counts and adopt preventive habits amid the seasonal onslaught. From Milwaukee to Madison, sneezes and itchy eyes are the new normal.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Milwaukee Police Nab Suspect in Convenience Store Robbery Spree
Milwaukee police arrested a 28-year-old man connected to a series of armed robberies at city convenience stores over the past two weeks, halting a crime wave that terrorized local businesses. The suspect, linked to at least four incidents, faces multiple felony charges as investigators tie him to the brazen holdups. Residents near the targeted North Side locations expressed relief after the takedown.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Wisconsin Senate OKs Massive School Choice Expansion Deal
In a bipartisan breakthrough, Wisconsin's Senate has passed a landmark bill boosting school choice vouchers by nearly $300 million, the largest increase in the program's 33-year history. Families in Milwaukee and Racine could soon access up to $12,000 per high school student for private options. The compromise bridges divides between Gov. Evers and GOP leaders amid heated education funding debates.
Monday, May 4, 2026
CDC-Convened Panel Examines Link Between Bullying and Suicidal Behavior in Youth
A special issue of the Journal of Adolescent Health explores the connection between bullying and suicide-related behaviors in young people. The effort was coordinated by a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expert panel.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Listeria Infections Pose Risk to High-Risk Groups, Health Officials Say
Listeria, a bacteria found in some foods, can cause severe illness, especially among pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Health officials are monitoring potential outbreaks.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Prescription Painkiller Overdose Deaths Increased Among Women, CDC Reports
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a significant rise in prescription painkiller overdose deaths among women. The study, covering 1999 to 2010, highlights a critical public health concern. The report did not explore causality.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Manchester City Interested in Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi
Manchester City is reportedly pursuing Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi. The potential transfer fee is rumored to be around £69 million.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Second Amendment's 'The People': Courts Grapple with Definition
The Second Amendment guarantees the right of 'the people' to bear arms, but the courts are actively debating who exactly constitutes 'the people.' Recent rulings are examining the inclusion of felons, minors, and non-citizens in this definition.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Browns Declined Cowboys' Trade Offer, Selected Spencer Fano in 2026 NFL Draft
The Cleveland Browns rejected a trade offer from the Dallas Cowboys during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Cleveland then selected offensive tackle Spencer Fano with the ninth overall pick.
Monday, May 4, 2026