Wisconsin
‘Abnormally warm’ temperatures coming to Wisconsin, with highs up to 60s or even 70
Spring is underway in Wisconsin — clocks have jumped forward an hour, and temperatures will climb into the 60s and possibly reach 70 degrees in some parts of the state by Friday.
The beginning of the week will bring southwest winds that will push temperatures up to 60 degrees on Sunday and 65 degrees on Monday.
“Our temperatures are abnormally warm,” National Weather Service meteorologist Marcia Cronce said. “We have a prolonged period of southerly winds going on, even extending all the way from Texas up into the Northern Plains.”
A cold front will move through Monday night, causing cooler temperatures on Tuesday down to around 46 degrees in Milwaukee.
You might notice temperatures drop significantly in the middle of the day, but it depends when the cold front arrives, Cronce said.
Warmer air will return and steadily raise temperatures Wednesday through Friday, possibly reaching 70 degrees or higher by the end of the week in areas further west, like Madison.
Counties that aren’t along Lake Michigan, such as Waukesha County, will see the warmest conditions. The Milwaukee area is expected to see its warmest high on Monday.
That’s because the lake is just above freezing — 32 degrees — this time of year, Cronce explained. When land temperatures get into the 50s or 60s, that’s a “huge temperature difference,” she said.
“When we have any onshore wind off the lake, or if the winds are close to parallel to the shore, then the cold air will spill into the land area,” Cronce said. “This is very common every spring.”
Highs in the 60s are well above normal for this time of year. The average high is around 44 degrees for the second week of March, according to NWS data.
Cronce said this time of year is a battle between cold air to the north and warm air to the south.
“We become more in that zone where we’re going to see all the extremes. That’s typical March weather in Wisconsin,” she said.
But it would be a high bar to set any new records. Milwaukee has hit 68 degrees on March 10, and 78 degrees on March 14 in 2012.
No chances for rain — or snow for that matter — are in the forecast until Friday night and Saturday. And most days this week call for sunny or mostly sunny skies. Get out there and enjoy the first few days of spring.
MADISON, Wis. (WBAY) – 211 Wisconsin has launched a statewide anti-human trafficking awareness poster contest, inviting Wisconsin residents ages 18 and older to use their creativity to raise awareness about human trafficking and promote prevention, support and available resources.
The contest is funded by the State of Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
The contest runs May 11 through Aug. 15, and encourages artists to submit an original poster — digital or hand-drawn — that sparks conversation and increases understanding of human trafficking in Wisconsin communities.
Participants must use one of the provided template options to create their poster.
Karen Michaels, spokesperson for 211 Wisconsin, said human trafficking is a difficult but critical issue, and awareness can save lives.
“This contest gives artists the opportunity to educate others, promote hope, and highlight resources available through 211 Wisconsin to individuals and families who may be affected,” Michaels said.
Contest details
The contest is open to Wisconsin residents and students ages 18 and older. The submission period runs through Aug. 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST.
Artwork must be an original design, either digital or hand-drawn, to complement an awareness campaign.
First place receives $750 and statewide poster distribution. Second place receives $250. Submissions are accepted online or by mail.
Winning posters will be displayed in public and educational spaces across Wisconsin, helping to expand awareness, prevention messaging and visibility of support resources.
Artists will be evaluated using a grading rubric focused on creativity, clarity of message and community impact. Submissions must include an artist statement and a completed release form.
For full contest guidelines, submission instructions and downloadable materials, visit here.
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(WFRV) – Authorities in northern Wisconsin are investigating after suspected human bones may have been found by a forester.
According to a release from the Rusk County Sheriff’s Office, a forester marking trees on Friday, May 8, notified officials that he may have found human bones.
Rusk County deputies, DNR officials, and officials with the Wisconsin Department of Justice – Division of Criminal Investigations responded to the scene and were led through the woods and recovered the suspected human bones.
Authorities say they are working with the Rusk County Medical Examiner’s office and a forensic anthropologist to confirm the identity.
Positive identification has not yet been made, but officials say a positive identification is expected to be made based off of medical records.
No other information is available at this time.
Manuel Franco claims his $768 million Powerball jackpot
Manuel Franco, 24, of West Allis was revealed Tuesday as the winner of the $768.4 million Powerball jackpot.
Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
The Wisconsin Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 10, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 numbers from May 10 drawing
Midday: 4-5-6
Evening: 6-9-4
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from May 10 drawing
Midday: 3-8-0-8
Evening: 5-0-5-0
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning All or Nothing numbers from May 10 drawing
Midday: 07-08-09-11-12-15-16-17-20-21-22
Evening: 02-05-06-07-11-13-17-18-19-20-22
Check All or Nothing payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Badger 5 numbers from May 10 drawing
17-19-23-28-29
Check Badger 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning SuperCash numbers from May 10 drawing
05-09-10-14-33-39, Doubler: N
Check SuperCash payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
- Prizes up to $599: Can be claimed at any Wisconsin Lottery retailer.
- Prizes from $600 to $199,999: Can be claimed in person at a Lottery Office. By mail, send the signed ticket and a completed claim form available on the Wisconsin Lottery claim page to: Prizes, PO Box 777 Madison, WI 53774.
- Prizes of $200,000 or more: Must be claimed in person at the Madison Lottery office. Call the Lottery office prior to your visit: 608-261-4916.
Can Wisconsin lottery winners remain anonymous?
No, according to the Wisconsin Lottery. Due to the state’s open records laws, the lottery must, upon request, release the name and city of the winner. Other information about the winner is released only with the winner’s consent.
When are the Wisconsin Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Super Cash: 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Evening): 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Evening): 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- All or Nothing (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- All or Nothing (Evening): 9 p.m. CT daily.
- Megabucks: 9:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Badger 5: 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
That lucky feeling: Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.
Feeling lucky? WI man wins $768 million Powerball jackpot **
WI Lottery history: Top 10 Powerball and Mega Million jackpots
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Wisconsin editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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