State News
Sunday, May 3, 2026 · Sussex
Luna County Commissioners Set Meeting Schedule for May
The Luna County Board of County Commissioners will meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of May 2026 at 10:00 a.m., with Commissioners Linda Smrkovsky, John S. Sweetser, and Eloy Medina.
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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 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.
Sunday, May 3, 2026