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  1. A cryptocurrency scam victim in Wisconsin is speaking out about how her experience motivated her to prevent others from falling prey to similar scams.

    WI scam survivor turns loss into law

    A cryptocurrency scam victim in Wisconsin is speaking out about how her experience motivated her to prevent others from falling prey to similar scams.
  2. Any Wisconsin foodie will tell you we hold our own when it comes to delicious food from well-established and up-and-coming restaurants that are cornerstones in our communities—these social media-famous food joints.

    12 Social media-famous food joints in Wisconsin

    While a picture might be worth 1,000 words, delicious bites and delightful drinks from these social media-famous food joints have patrons leaving rave reviews.
  3. Up North News

    Watch: Rep. Phelps (Eau Claire) outlined trying to work for the people when he’s in the minority

    From health care to affordability to discrimination, a growing number of Wisconsin voters feel the Legislature isn’t listening to their concerns after 16 years of Republican control. Rep. Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire) outlined the frustration of trying to work for the people when he’s in the minority — and how he believes that can change this November.
  4. Wisconsin restaurants on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives"

    These are the Wisconsin restaurants featured on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’

    While Wisconsin has a reputation for dive bars, the state hasn’t made as many appearances on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” as you might expect. Eight Wisconsin restaurants have been featured on the Food Network show hosted by celebrity chef Guy Fieri. But on average, Fieri has visited 31 restaurants per state for his show, which […]
  5. Protests Activist Holding a Placard with Equal Rights for All Text

    Here’s your ‘Do Something!’ calendar for April 17-23

    A weekly roundup of Wisconsin protests, political events, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, April 17, through Thursday, April 23.
  6. Up North News

    Watch: Wisconsin consumers are concerned about hikes in electrical rates.

    Even before the war in Iran or President Trump’s trade war tariffs or the growth of data centers, Wisconsin consumers were concerned about hikes in electric rates. Mandela Barnes, a candidate for governor, says corporate profits and executive pay are also factors — and he says if elected he’d appoint members to the state’s Public Service Commissioner who would oppose routine rate hikes for utilities.
  7. Wisconsin tornado warnings.

    What Wisconsin counties get the most tornado warnings? See the data

    As Wisconsin residents deal with weather warnings and tornado sirens to start the week, some will have more experience with the routine than others. From 2005 to 2025, the National Weather Service in Wisconsin issued 1,698 tornado warnings across the state, according to the Iowa Environmental Mesonet. Dane County leads the way with 80 tornado warnings issued in the 20 years […]
  8. Up North News

    Watch: Which candidate for governor would do more to tackle high energy bills in Wisconsin?

    Rep. Tom Tiffany, the presumptive Republican nominee, says the answer is in nuclear energy and keeping coal-powered plants open. One of the Democratic candidates, former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, says he would only appoint people to the Public Service Commission who support no new rate hikes. Barnes says there are plenty of ways Tiffany would make affordability worse in Wisconsin.
  9. Up North News

    Watch: Happy Nominating Petition Day to all who celebrate! Here’s how to get on the ballot in WI elections.

    Happy Nominating Petition Day to all who celebrate! Here’s how to get on the ballot in Wisconsin elections. Author UpNorthNews Staff View all posts
  10. Candidates collect signatures on nominating petitions to qualify to run, as seen in this absentee ballot for the 2026 spring election

    How do you actually get on a WI election ballot?

    It’s one thing to declare you’re running for office — it’s another to qualify to be an official candidate on the ballot. Here’s how it’s done.
  11. What's Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (April 13-19)

    What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (April 13-19)

    Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.
  12. Doc Rivers Milwaukee Bucks.

    Doc Rivers steps down as Bucks head coach

    Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has stepped down from coaching.

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  1. A cryptocurrency scam victim in Wisconsin is speaking out about how her experience motivated her to prevent others from falling prey to similar scams.

    WI scam survivor turns loss into law

    A cryptocurrency scam victim in Wisconsin is speaking out about how her experience motivated her to prevent others from falling prey to similar scams.
  2. Come up north to see some of Wisconsin’s giant roadside statues

    Question of the Week: Where does ‘up north’ begin in Wisconsin?

    It’s back! The annual fight about our namesake territory that we like to stir up when spring arrives and summers up north draw near.
  3. Wisconsin has a few bridal shops that cater to mid- and plus-size women.

    We said ‘yes’ to the dress at Wisconsin’s only exclusive plus-size bridal shop—plus 4 more to know

    Get the inside scoop on Wisconsin’s only exclusive plus-size bridal shop, plus four other shops to check out.
  4. From actors and athletes to authors and astronauts, many exceptional people spent their years in higher education at incredible colleges in Wisconsin.

    14 celebrities who went to college in Wisconsin

    Find out if you share an alma mater with one these 14 celebrities who attended college in Wisconsin.
  5. Red Hot Chili Peppers Milwaukee

    Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith starts music program in Milwaukee

    Milwaukee after-school programs are getting a boost in funds and support for bringing music opportunities to kids – thanks to Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith. The Chad Smith Foundation, formed by Smith in August 2025, aims to increase access for young people in underserved areas to get involved in music. The foundation’s nationwide […]
  6. Wisconsin gift and craft shops.

    The best gift and craft shops in Wisconsin, according to readers

    From handmade barn quilts and locally made jewelry to Wisconsin-themed treats, these gift and craft shops across our state have something for everyone.
  7. Wisconsin winter storm.

    Shawano and Outagamie highway departments save lives during Wisconsin winter storm

    Amid the winter storm Wisconsin faced earlier this week, local highway crews played a life-saving role Monday morning.
  8. Up North News

    This Wisconsin mom fought back against proposed data center construction in her neighborhood—and won

    Jayne Black of Greenleaf explains how she transformed her outrage into activism, and how other Wisconsinites can do it, too. 
  9. Wisconsin small businesses.

    6 Wisconsin small businesses our readers love

    We asked our readers for their favorite small businesses in Wisconsin, and here’s what they said. Wisconsin has no shortage of mom-and-pop shops. According to the US Small Business Administration, there are nearly 500,000 small businesses across our state. Whether you’re looking for a new book, handmade jewelry, or a delicious kringle, our readers have […]
  10. Wisconsinite films.

    The biggest films all-time with Wisconsinites in prominent roles

    Kate Hudson may not be a native Milwaukeean, though she plays a real-life one well enough in “Song Sung Blue” that she’s been nominated for Best Actress in the 98th Academy Awards, taking place March 15. The movie comes a couple of years after actors Willem Dafoe and Mark Ruffalo, both Wisconsin natives, appeared in […]
  11. Give BIG Green Bay.

    Give BIG Green Bay raises a record $3.7 million to support local nonprofits

    The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation and the Green Bay Packers Foundation came together for the ninth straight year to give back to local nonprofits with the Give BIG Green Bay fundraising event.
  12. Wisconsin gas prices.

    Wisconsin gas prices up 40 cents in a week as Iran conflict continues

    As the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran continues, the average of Wisconsin gas prices surged above $3 a gallon for the first time this year.

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