These are the Wisconsin restaurants featured on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
| April 16, 2026
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 […]Here’s your ‘Do Something!’ calendar for April 17-23
| April 15, 2026
A weekly roundup of Wisconsin protests, political events, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, April 17, through Thursday, April 23.Watch: Wisconsin consumers are concerned about hikes in electrical rates.
| April 15, 2026
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.What Wisconsin counties get the most tornado warnings? See the data
| April 15, 2026
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 […]Watch: Which candidate for governor would do more to tackle high energy bills in Wisconsin?
| April 15, 2026
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.Watch: Happy Nominating Petition Day to all who celebrate! Here’s how to get on the ballot in WI elections.
| April 15, 2026
Happy Nominating Petition Day to all who celebrate! Here’s how to get on the ballot in Wisconsin elections. Author UpNorthNews Staff View all postsHow do you actually get on a WI election ballot?
| April 13, 2026
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.What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (April 13-19)
| April 13, 2026
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.Doc Rivers steps down as Bucks head coach
| April 13, 2026
Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has stepped down from coaching.Question of the Week: Where does ‘up north’ begin in Wisconsin?
| April 11, 2026
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.What was voter turnout in the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court election?
| April 10, 2026
After Justice-elect Chris Taylor’s whopping 20-point margin of victory, it might be a surprise that only about one in three of Wisconsin’s voting-age residents turned out in the April 7 election. Unofficial results posted by the Associated Press as of 12:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 showed 1,506,444 Wisconsinites cast ballots in the election – about […]Michelin Guide is coming to Milwaukee for the first time ever
| April 9, 2026
Michelin Guide is coming to Milwaukee as part of the newly minted Michelin Guide American Great Lakes edition.
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Question of the Week: Where does ‘up north’ begin in Wisconsin?
| April 11, 2026
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.We said ‘yes’ to the dress at Wisconsin’s only exclusive plus-size bridal shop—plus 4 more to know
| April 6, 2026
Get the inside scoop on Wisconsin’s only exclusive plus-size bridal shop, plus four other shops to check out.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 […]
