Multiple big-rigs flip over during Wisconsin storm

Several semi-trucks were flipped over during a storm that produced a tornado near Tomah, Wisconsin, local officials said.

• Jun 16, 2022
• 00:48

Retired Wisconsin judge killed

A gunman allegedly shot and killed a retired Wisconsin judge who had previously put him behind bars for weapons charges. The shooting comes as threats against courts and judges surged from 926 in 2015 to more than 4,500 in 2021. Adriana Diaz has more.

• Jun 6, 2022
• 02:10

Liz Cheney on the GOP's "cult of personality" around Trump

In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" June 5, Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, vice chair of the House Select Committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, talks with CBS News' Robert Costa about the state of the Republican Party today.

• Jun 3, 2022
• 00:37

Couple fights off attacking bear with kitchen knife, gun inside home

The sheriff's office said the bear was an adult female, and one cub was seen running off as the bear ran toward the home.

• May 23, 2022

Wisconsin GOP sued for submitting their own electors in 2020 election

The plaintiffs, two Democratic 2020 presidential electors, are asking a Wisconsin judge to declare that submitting the alternate slate of electors was unlawful.

• May 17, 2022

Milwaukee imposes curfew after 21 people injured in 3 separate shootings

None of the injuries from the shootings are believed to be life-threatening.

• May 14, 2022

Wisconsin children and mental health needs

Austin Bruenger’s pediatrician now has a therapist in her office & Bruenger has been able to get regular outpatient therapy for his depression. “It’s much better than before. Everything’s going up in my life,” says Bruenger. https://cbsn.ws/3LYYAl7

• May 9, 2022
• 01:01

Police investigating fire at anti-abortion office as arson

Police told CBS affiliate WISC-TV​ that a Molotov cocktail, which did not ignite, was thrown at the office during the incident. A separate fire was also started.

• May 9, 2022

Dog found tied to fire hydrant with note "pleading for someone to help"

The humane society posted an image of the dog​, acknowledging the photo "evokes a strong emotional response."

• May 7, 2022

Hepatitis outbreak among children grows in U.S.

A mysterious outbreak of severe hepatitis among children is growing. More than two dozen cases have been reported in at least seven states. Health officials in Wisconsin are investigating one death.

• Apr 28, 2022
• 00:21

Wisconsin reports fatality potentially linked to pediatric hepatitis outbreak

Clinicians are encouraged to report any potential cases to the CDC.

• Apr 28, 2022

Suspect in Lily Peters killing planned attack "from the get-go," prosecutors say

Peters was found dead in Wisconsin on Monday after her family had reported her missing the day before.

• Apr 27, 2022

Juvenile arrested in death of 10-year-old Lily Peters, police say

"The suspect was known to the victim," police chief Matt Kelm said.

• Apr 26, 2022

Missing girl found dead in Wisconsin

A 10-year-old girl who went missing after going to visit her aunt was found dead Monday along a creek trail in Wisconsin, police said. Lily Peters' death was being pursued as a homicide, Chippewa Falls Chief Matthew Kelm said. CBS Minnesota's David Schuman reports.

• Apr 26, 2022
• 02:17

Missing Wisconsin girl Lily Peters found dead; police investigating

Officers said a "bicycle believed to belong to Lily" was found in the woods near her aunt's home.

• Apr 25, 2022

Two electrocuted while using art method popular on social media

The process uses high-voltage electricity to create designs in wood and has gained popularity on social media sites.

• Apr 23, 2022

Wisconsin governor vetoes Republican election bills

The Republican legislature does not have the votes to override his vetoes. The bills are part of a nationwide GOP effort to reshape the elections.

• Apr 8, 2022

Doctor who died near waterfall was found "partially buried"

Kelsey Musgrove's body was found "partially buried in a steep clay bank" on the river's edge at Potato River Falls, the sheriff said.

• Apr 7, 2022

Doctor found dead near waterfall days after she was reported missing

Kelsey Musgrove had been hiking at Potato River Falls​ in Iron County and last had contact with people on March 26.

• Apr 6, 2022

Woman accused of killing housekeeper in 1999 found guilty

For two decades the victim was known only as Jane Doe. Advances in DNA technology eventually led to her identification as 23-year-old Peggy Lynn Johnson.

• Mar 17, 2022

Wisconsin's political battle over 2020 vote

Bill Whitaker reports from Wisconsin, where the 2020 vote remains center stage.

• Mar 13, 2022
• 13:37

Protesters await Kyle Rittenhouse trial verdict

Tensions in Kenosha, Wisconsin, are growing as protesters gather outside the courthouse awaiting a verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse case. The 18-year-old, who killed two people and wounded a third, could face up to life in prison if convicted on the most serious charge. Nancy Chen reports.

• Nov 17, 2021
• 01:54

Rittenhouse trial update

The only victim who survived a Kenosha, Wisconsin, shooting last year testified in court Monday. The defense maintains Kyle Rittenhouse was acting in self defense. Nancy Chen reports.

• Nov 9, 2021
• 02:35

Breaking down the charges against Rittenhouse

CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS Mornings" to explain the six charges Kyle Rittenhouse faces as his trial winds down in Wisconsin. She also talks about how she thinks his testimony will impact the case.

• Nov 12, 2021
• 04:02

Rittenhouse jury to begin deliberations

The fate of Kyle Rittenhouse will be handed over to the jury Tuesday after more than 30 witnesses and contentious closing arguments. The defense says Rittenhouse was acting in self-defense when he killed two people last summer, but the state portrayed him as an instigator. Nancy Chen reports from Kenosha, Wisconsin.

• Nov 16, 2021
• 02:20

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