State News
Friday, May 8, 2026 · Seymour
Packers Sign Tyrod Taylor as Backup Quarterback
The Green Bay Packers signed veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor. He is expected to serve as the primary backup to Jordan Love.
NBA Regular Season Closes with Playoff Seeding and Draft Lottery Determined
The NBA regular season concluded with all 30 teams playing, resolving playoff seeding and shaping lottery odds. Several games had direct implications for postseason positioning. Standout performances highlighted the final day of competition.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 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.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Bills Review 2026 Draft Decisions, Scouted DJ Moore Before Trade
The Buffalo Bills' draft review revealed details about their evaluation of receiver D.J. Moore and the drafting of T.J. Parker, Jude Bowry, Skyler Bell and Kaleb Elarms-Orr. An offer to trade down was declined during the fourth round.
Friday, May 8, 2026
MLB Prospect Rankings Updated After First Month of Season
MLB prospect rankings have been updated after the first month of the season. Kiley McDaniel provides an in-depth look at rising stars in each MLB farm system. These updated rankings offer insight into potential future MLB talent across all 30 teams.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Epic Systems Breaks Ground on Verona's Massive Campus 6 Expansion
Verona's Epic Systems has launched construction on a 1-million-square-foot Campus 6, fueling Wisconsin's health tech surge. The project promises hundreds of new jobs and cutting-edge geothermal energy amid booming demand for electronic health records. Local leaders hail it as a boon for the Dane County economy.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Wisconsin Dairy Exports Hit $365M Mark in 2025 Amid National Surge
Wisconsin's dairy sector powered 18% of the state's $2.03 billion in agricultural exports through mid-2025, with cheese, whey and milk proteins leading the charge to 138 countries. Despite a slight statewide dip, robust global demand for Badger State specialties like specialty cheese cushioned the local economy. State leaders credit targeted initiatives for keeping Wisconsin at the forefront of U.S. dairy trade.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Harley-Davidson Pumps $15M into Tomahawk Plant, Boosting WI Jobs
Harley-Davidson is expanding its Tomahawk, Wisconsin, manufacturing plant with a $15 million investment, adding 37,000 square feet for production. This move signals renewed commitment to the Badger State's industrial heartland amid Milwaukee headquarters transformations. Local leaders hail it as a win for Wisconsin workers.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Badgers Baseball Clinches Big Ten Regular Season Crown in Madison Sweep
The UW-Madison Badgers baseball team swept their final Big Ten series to secure the regular season title and the No. 1 seed in the conference tournament. This marks a triumphant return for the program dormant since 1991, igniting pride across Wisconsin. Fans in Madison are buzzing as the team eyes postseason glory.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Pacers Eliminate Bucks in OT Thriller, Ending Milwaukee's Playoff Run
The Indiana Pacers stunned the Milwaukee Bucks with a dramatic 119-118 overtime victory, capped by Tyrese Haliburton's go-ahead layup with 1.3 seconds left, eliminating Milwaukee from the NBA playoffs for the second straight year. The Bucks fought valiantly but fell short in a first-round series dominated by Indiana's 4-1 win. Milwaukee fans at Fiserv Forum are left heartbroken as their stars head into offseason reflection.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Packers Host Jake Fromm Workout in Green Bay QB Depth Push
The Green Bay Packers brought in veteran quarterback Jake Fromm for a workout Friday, signaling a push for more depth behind Jordan Love ahead of training camp. The former Georgia star, last seen in NFL action with the Giants in 2021, impressed in recent preseasons but remains unsigned. Packers fans in Titletown are watching closely as roster battles heat up.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Evers' Veto Locks in Teacher Funding Boost Through 2425
Gov. Tony Evers wielded his unique veto pen to secure annual $325 per-pupil funding increases for Wisconsin schools until 2425, a move promising steady resources amid teacher shortages. Critics challenge the tactic legally, but supporters hail it as a win for educators from Milwaukee to Madison. The reform threads a needle through budget battles, prioritizing K-12 stability.
Friday, May 8, 2026
UW-Madison Leads WI Charge Against Lake Michigan Plastic Pollution
University of Wisconsin-Madison is spearheading a statewide push to slash plastic waste flowing into Lake Michigan from Wisconsin's watersheds. Partnering with local governments and marinas, the initiative deploys cutting-edge capture tech amid 22 million pounds of annual Great Lakes plastic influx. This effort promises cleaner waters for Wisconsin's 1,000 miles of shoreline.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Milwaukee Police Nab Suspect in Downtown Convenience Store Robbery Spree
Milwaukee authorities arrested a 28-year-old man tied to five brazen armed robberies at downtown convenience stores over the past week. The takedown ends a wave of fear gripping the city's core business district. Details emerge on the suspect's methods and police pursuit.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Wisconsin Taps $200M Federal Fund to Boost Rural Mental Health
In a lifeline for Wisconsin's struggling rural communities, the state secured roughly $200 million from a new $50 billion federal Rural Health Transformation Program to expand mental health services. Farmers facing suicide rates 180% above the national average stand to benefit from 24-hour helplines, free counseling and telehealth vouchers. The funding arrives amid binge drinking epidemics and provider shortages plaguing the Badger State's countryside.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Packers Eye Veteran WR Chase Claypool at Rookie Minicamp Tryout
In a surprise move, former Steelers and Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool tried out for the Green Bay Packers during rookie minicamp on May 2, 2026. Head coach Matt LaFleur addressed the session amid roster tweaks and optimism for edge rusher Lukas Van Ness. Packers fans buzz as the team eyes depth for Lambeau Field.
Friday, May 8, 2026
Bayern Munich Defeats PSG in Champions League Semifinal First Leg
Bayern Munich secured a narrow victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal tie. The match featured standout performances from several key players. The result puts Bayern in a favorable position heading into the second leg.
Friday, May 8, 2026