
Watch: Proof that a small town can make a big impact.
| April 3, 2026
Oconomowoc community members gathered together for the No Kings rally on March 28, with a strong message. Residents shared their concerns and frustrations with the Trump administration, addressing issues ranging from ICE, the Epstein files, and more.
Watch: If municipal clerks aren’t taken care of, who will be left to run our elections?
| April 3, 2026
Municipal clerks, the backbone of small-town elections, are reaching retirement age—and younger generations need more support and better pay to take up the often thankless job. Follow @upnorthnewswi for more.
Watch: It was a bladder. . Not a uterus.
| April 3, 2026
When an eastern Wisconsin couple entered a crisis pregnancy center, they sought information and support. Instead, they left the clinic confused, having been provided with an ultrasound image that was purported to show the early stages of pregnancy in a uterus—but actually showed a bladder. Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs) are often religiously affiliated, non-medical, anti-abortion organizations that frequently use deceptive tactics—including providing false information and inaccurate ultrasounds performed by unqualified staff members—to discourage people from seeking abortion care. There are more than 2,500 CPCs in the US, compared to about 750 clinics that provide abortion services. CPCs are sometimes located near abortion clinics to deliberately mislead. In Wisconsin, there are between 50 and 70 CPCs compared to only five abortion clinics.. And some CPCs even receive indirect state funding through a so-called “Choose Life” license plate, which includes a $25 fee that benefits an anti-abortion group—bringing in more than $300,000 over the past eight years. One Wisconsin OB-GYN is speaking out about the dangers of CPCs after helping the couple who received an image of a bladder, not a uterus, while seeking medical care. ✏️: Salina Heller
Best brunch in Milwaukee? 5 underrated spots worth your attention
| April 3, 2026
Milwaukee sure loves brunch. A leisurely morning spent over indulgent dishes and a perfectly acceptable breakfast cocktail – what’s not to love?
Watch: Scammers are stealing around $1.2 billion (with a B) from Wisconsin families almost every year
| April 2, 2026
Scammers are stealing around $1.2 billion (with a B) from Wisconsin families almost every year—and many scammers targeted unsuspecting victims with social media accounts and false ads. Follow to stay informed @upnorthnewswi.
Watch: More Wisconsin parents are opting kids out of private school tests.
| April 2, 2026
If kids have to take a test in school, they usually do. But in Wisconsin’s private schools, their parents are increasingly writing notes so they don’t have to. Many students across Wisconsin are taking the state’s standardized test right now. But parents can opt their children out of the Forward Exam in both public and private schools by submitting a written request. While public schools often see higher overall testing participation, recent data shows some of the private schools getting taxpayer-funded vouchers have high opt-out rates, with some voucher students skipping the exam. ✏️: Salina Heller
Wisconsin hockey blocks out noise as it prepares for Frozen Four, Las Vegas
| April 2, 2026
Wisconsin men’s hockey team is heading to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.
Watch: Students bring culture home as school food pantry supports Latino families
| April 1, 2026
Limes, black beans, and corn are a few things students can bring home from school in Arcadia. That’s encouraging to the district’s Latino students, who feel their culture is being respected through food. The school counselor says it's fostering a sense of pride and belonging, making them more engaged in school. The food pantry at school is more important than ever as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)—known as FoodShare in Wisconsin—cuts are expected to impact school children by reducing access to free meals, with up to 18 million children across the country potentially losing benefits. FoodShare supports many students by addressing food insecurity, which is directly linked to improved academic performance, higher graduation rates, and better physical health. ✏️: Salina Heller
Watch: ICE detentions increased by 75% in 2025.
| April 1, 2026
One small law center in Madison is rising to meet the needs of immigrant communities facing deportation. Today, the Community Immigration Law Center is expanding their team of lawyers, paralegals, and even volunteers to help. Follow @upnorthnewswi for more.
Watch: Energy prices outpacing inflation as Congress targets price gouging with relief bill
| April 1, 2026
Energy prices are rising faster than inflation — and Congress is finally talking about it. The Energy Bills Relief Act could crack down on price gouging and lower costs. 👀
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14 celebrities who went to college in Wisconsin
| March 30, 2026
Find out if you share an alma mater with one these 14 celebrities who attended college in Wisconsin.
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith starts music program in Milwaukee
| March 27, 2026
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 […]
The best gift and craft shops in Wisconsin, according to readers
| March 20, 2026
From handmade barn quilts and locally made jewelry to Wisconsin-themed treats, these gift and craft shops across our state have something for everyone.
Shawano and Outagamie highway departments save lives during Wisconsin winter storm
| March 18, 2026
Amid the winter storm Wisconsin faced earlier this week, local highway crews played a life-saving role Monday morning.
This Wisconsin mom fought back against proposed data center construction in her neighborhood—and won
| March 13, 2026
Jayne Black of Greenleaf explains how she transformed her outrage into activism, and how other Wisconsinites can do it, too.
6 Wisconsin small businesses our readers love
| March 13, 2026
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 […]
The biggest films all-time with Wisconsinites in prominent roles
| March 13, 2026
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 […]
Give BIG Green Bay raises a record $3.7 million to support local nonprofits
| March 11, 2026
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.
Wisconsin gas prices up 40 cents in a week as Iran conflict continues
| March 10, 2026
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.
Roys: Wisconsin deserves a governor who fights for families—not billionaires
| March 10, 2026
Wisconsin state Sen. Kelda Roys says she’s ready to “fight for our democracy” and stand up to President Donald Trump as she campaigns for governor on lowering costs, protecting public schools, and expanding health care access. With Gov. Tony Evers stepping aside after his term ends, state Sen. Kelda Roys is making her case to […]
Meet the six women competing to be Wisconsin’s 79th Alice in Dairyland
| March 9, 2026
Meet the six women competing to be Wisconsin's 79th Alice in Dairyland.
12 wonderful & women-owned businesses in Milwaukee
| March 4, 2026
Discover Milwaukee’s top women-owned businesses, from an ice cream shop for dogs to a holistic wellness center.































































