This martial arts form, founded in Milwaukee, continues to empower students
| February 10, 2026
Cheryl Knox, 66, used to walk past the Kempo Goju dojo on her way to and from Keefe Avenue Elementary in the mid-1970s. She said she was enamored by the trophies in the window and the martial arts students training in the distance. “I was captivated by everything,” Knox said. “I always thought, one day, I would go inside, and then […]Brennan proposes an ICE ‘accountability commission’ if elected governor
| February 10, 2026
The candidate says a time will come to handle those with ICE and the Border Patrol whose actions have been beneath the dignity “of who we are as Wisconsinites, as human beings.”What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (Feb. 9-15)
| February 9, 2026
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.February is Black History Month. Here’s how to celebrate in Wisconsin
| February 9, 2026
February is Black History Month. Here’s how to celebrate in Wisconsin.Video: Federal SNAP cuts take a bite out of rural students’ health in WI
| February 9, 2026
420,000. That’s the number of children in Wisconsin who will be hurt by President Donald Trump’s cuts to SNAP.Video: What’s with Trump’s early endorsement in a race up north?
| February 6, 2026
Trump is endorsing the 25-year-old son-in-law of former Congressman Sean Duffy over other, more experienced Republican candidates.Question of the Week: Minimum wage
| February 6, 2026
What are your feelings about raising the minimum wage in Wisconsin? It’s our newsletter Question of the Week for February 8, 2026 Click one of the options below about whether to increase the minimum wage. Author UpNorthNews Staff View all postsMeet the candidates in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District Democratic primary
| February 6, 2026
A former legislator, an attorney, and a computer programmer are promising something increasingly appealing to voters in the 7th Congressional District: a return to normal.Immigration operations in neighboring states inspire local action
| February 5, 2026
Following the shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minnesota, many Milwaukee residents have felt called to prepare their own communities for a potential increase in immigration enforcement, and to support those protesting in Minnesota. Angie Capelle, a Milwaukee resident living in Shorewood, said she has participated in several local […]Video: Doctors say new GOP bill puts pregnant people in harm’s way
| February 5, 2026
Wisconsin lawmakers are trying to tell doctors how to administer reproductive care to their patients.Video: Raising Wisconsin on frostbite and how to prevent it this winter
| February 5, 2026
In this episode of Raising Wisconsin, Dr. Kellie shares a personal story about her grandfather’s battle with frostbite and breaks down the key symptoms you should watch for this winter.Here’s your ‘Do Something!’ calendar for February 6-12
| February 4, 2026
Your weekly guide to upcoming Wisconsin political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide.
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This martial arts form, founded in Milwaukee, continues to empower students
| February 10, 2026
Cheryl Knox, 66, used to walk past the Kempo Goju dojo on her way to and from Keefe Avenue Elementary in the mid-1970s. She said she was enamored by the trophies in the window and the martial arts students training in the distance. “I was captivated by everything,” Knox said. “I always thought, one day, I would go inside, and then […]Children’s Wisconsin receives $10 million gift toward research
| February 4, 2026
Milwaukee-area philanthropists Barri and Dave Drury have made a $10 million gift to Children’s Wisconsin to support pediatric research, one of the largest donations for research the health system has received. The gift, announced by Children’s Feb. 4, is meant to drive scientific discoveries that will improve pediatric patients’ care and to support Children’s physicians […]Meet Jimmy, Wisconsin’s own weather-predicting groundhog
| February 2, 2026
Move over, Punxsatawney Phil. Sun Prairie is home to its own weather-predicting groundhog and unique Groundhog Day traditions.Oppose ICE? Here’s how you can take action
| January 29, 2026
Here are some action tools to help stop ICE funding, halt detention expansion, and demand accountability from Congress.Oppose ICE? Here’s how you can take action
| January 29, 2026
Here are some action tools to help stop ICE funding, halt detention expansion, and demand accountability from Congress.Meet the record number of women in the 2026 Miss Door County pageants
| January 28, 2026
Meet the record number of women in the 2026 Miss Door County pageants.11 Wisconsin-made packaged snacks that are perfect for game day
| January 22, 2026
These 11 locally made snacks are perfect for satisfying your game-day appetite.WI energy bills rise as Trump marks one year in office
| January 20, 2026
On the one-year anniversary of President Donald Trump’s second term, advocates for clean energy and the environment are calling out the administration for failed promises to cut energy costs.Indigenous practices help heal trauma passed down through generations
| January 20, 2026
It’s not uncommon for Indigenous people to feel distrustful or on guard when around White people, explains Lea Denny.6 immigrant-owned Wisconsin businesses to support in 2026
| January 13, 2026
Immigrant-owned businesses support the local economy and provide an opportunity to learn about new cultures. Here are six in Wisconsin to check out in 2026.AI data center plans for Greenleaf scrapped amid community opposition
| January 13, 2026
The real estate company looking to bring a data center to Greenleaf has ended its pursuit of property after residents and officials made clear they opposed the idea.10 impressive records broken by Wisconsinites
| January 13, 2026
From sports feats, to scientific wonders, to a huge collection of memorabilia, Wisconsinites have shattered plenty of fascinating, and impressive, records.
