Weather
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Tens of thousands flock to northern Wisconsin for the 2025 American Birkebeiner ski ‘carnival’
The Birkies make up the largest cross-country ski event in America and one of the largest in the world. This year’s event spans from Feb. 19-23.
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Winter activities continue to confront challenges in northern Wisconsin
While bitter cold has benefited snowmaking this month, organizers of North America’s largest cross country ski race are crafting contingency plans for another year with below normal snowfall.
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Wisconsin starts the week with frigid temperatures, subzero wind chills
Many Wisconsinites woke up to frigid temperatures and subzero wind chills Monday, but temperatures should get above freezing by the end of the week.
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How to protect your home from winter weather
John Freiburger, a Wisconsin registered home inspector who specializes in evaluating older structures, visited “The Larry Meiller Show” to discuss how to winterize your home for maximum comfort and efficiency.
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Milwaukee officials consider refunding snow removal fees after ‘frustration’ at December storm response
After a recent snow storm, some Milwaukee alders will discuss removing the snow removal fee following “widespread concerns” related to the plowing of streets across the city.
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Arctic blast brings biting cold across Wisconsin and much of the country
A blast of Arctic air is descending on a large span of the country this weekend, and Wisconsin residents can expect bitterly cold temperatures to linger into the middle of January.
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‘Don’t look for just one magic cure’ to your seasonal depression
The leading researcher on seasonal affective disorder and a mental health expert from UW-Madison discuss how to get yourself through the winter blues.
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Variable temperatures mean dangerous ice conditions
At least two people in southeast Wisconsin fell through the ice and had to be rescued last weekend.
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Cold weather on its way to Wisconsin
Wisconsinites can expect wind chills as low as -20 through -30 degrees Fahrenheit this week.
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After a tragedy, a weather expert warns of hazards on the ice
Joseph Moore, the warning coordination meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Duluth, spoke with WPR’s Robin Washington on “Morning Edition” about how to best determine if ice is safe to venture on, as well as preparing for an emergency if it isn’t.