Local Wisconsin News

‘Clue’ sleuths into Sheboygan’s Weill Center for two nights only
Based on the Hasbro board game and the 1985 movie, this whodunit mystery will leave you laughing.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity gets help from Brandon Woodruff, Brewers players
The roughly 1,300 square foot homes will be sold to first-time homebuyers once they are complete.

Milwaukee Fire Department continues to face uphill battle to keep aging frontline fleet on the road
“We are fixing older rigs that in some other departments would be out of service," JJ Roman, a long-time fire mechanic with the department, said.

Youth Conservation Congress works to create future outdoors leaders
The Youth Conservation Congress consists of middle and high school age students who share a passion for the outdoors.

Brewers manager Murphy calls Uribe's mound antics unacceptable
Uribe got Alec Burleson on a called third strike with two outs and runners on first and second in the eighth, the only inning he pitched.

Packers running back Josh Jacobs arrested on charges related to domestic abuse
Hobart/Lawrence (Wisconsin) Police Chief Michael Renkas said that Jacobs was arrested Tuesday and booked into Brown County Jail on several charges.

More evening thunderstorms after a mild and sunny day
A cold front will cause temperatures to drop later today. Evening storms will be possible.

Mitchell hits a three-run HR to back Harrison's strong start as the Brewers beat the Cardinals 6-0
Milwaukee has won 14 of its last 18 games and moved 3 ½ games ahead of second-place St. Louis in the NL Central.

Wisconsin DPI launches new initiative to focus and build best skills for students’ futures
There will be seven skills that will be chosen based on feedback from the steering committee and Wisconsinites input.

'It's definitely hard': Milwaukee businesses struggle with significant road construction
One barber estimates the construction has contributed to him to losing 15 clients.

Brewers' Logan Henderson goes on IL with lower back strain
The Brewers recalled pitcher Coleman Crow from Triple-A Nashville to fill Henderson’s spot on the roster.

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce unites, supports veterans businesses
Spectrum News 1's "Voices for Veterans" series spotlights the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce.

Rep. Tom Tiffany responds to criticism over 2020 election investigation comments
Protestors on Tuesday called out Tiffany for saying the FBI should be allowed to investigate the 2020 election in Wisconsin.

Summer temps usher in tourist traffic in Wisconsin
Shawano area businesses saw additional business bump over long weekend.

Middleton eighth grader competes in National Spelling Bee
Arnav Vempati of Middleton and Ethan Robert of New Berlin are in the nation's capital this week.

Mayor Luke Diaz highlights population surge for city of Verona
Verona's mayor, Luke Diaz highlighted the small city that's making a big impact.

Dellshire Resort opens in Wisconsin Dells, with large fire-breathing dragon at the center
General manager of the resort Michael Lucero said there’s been quite a buzz for the new lodging option.

Process to rename Chavez Learning Station underway in Kenosha
Kenosha school district leaders are asking parents and community members to join a renaming committee and submit ideas.

MU Poll: Majority of Wisconsinites think legislators should've passed budget surplus bill
A total of 77% of Republicans thought it should’ve passed and 82% of Democrats thought the same thing.

Wisconsin farmers face cost spikes through spring planting
As Wisconsin farmers roll through the fields this spring, one of the main topics they’re facing is how to stay profitable.

World News

Burnham accuses Blair of ignoring inequality as he hits back at ex-PM
The Labour mayor and by-election candidate rejects the former PM's call to embrace the "radical centre".

Family of mum, 30, shot dead outside Sheffield bar pay tribute to 'beautiful soul'
Shanice Brookes, 30, worked for a charity and was studying for a university degree, her family say.

Water safety warning after nine people die during heatwave
Charities urge people to take precautions after at least nine people died after getting into difficulty in water during the warm weather.

Resident doctors in England to strike for 16th time over pay
British Medical Association resident doctor members in England announce new strike for four days from 15 June.

Energy bills to rise for millions as impact of Iran war hits
A household using a typical amount of energy will pay £221 a year more, under the regulator's new price cap.

Student loans inquiry finds many did not understand terms
The Treasury inquiry is looking at student loan plans in England and whether repayment terms are "reasonable".

Five people found alive after week trapped in flooded Laos cave
The search is continuing for a further two villagers who are still missing, rescuers say.

Sturgeon defends 'no comment' police interview after SNP funds probe arrest
The former SNP leader's solicitor says her response was "standard" and she later provided written answers to detectives' questions.

Ebola-hit DR Congo faces 'catastrophic collision' of disease and conflict, WHO warns
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said fighting in DR Congo was hampering efforts to stop spread

Former member of German militant group jailed for armed robberies after 30 years on the run
Klette was finally caught in a flat in Berlin in 2024 and put on trial last year.

Israeli strike in Gaza City kills new head of Hamas's military wing
Hamas says Mohammed Odeh was killed alongside his wife and two children in a strike on a residential building.

Hundreds of dead sharks found washed up on Welsh beaches
The dead fish, at Saundersfoot and Pembrey beaches, were probably part of a discarded catch.

Travelling solo and bunking up - life on the lower rung of tennis circuit
Top tennis players are demanding the four Grand Slams give a larger chunk of their revenue in prize money to those ranked lower.

Will Tony Blair's intervention change the Labour debate?
While the former PM still has some admirers in Labour, others wings of the party are not listening.

The footballer setting the record straight after 46 years
Roly Gregoire, Sunderland's first black player, sometimes wishes he had never played football because of the racist abuse he found too painful to talk about for decades.

'Like a prisoner being released' - Relief for Iranians as internet shutdown ends
The government imposed the blackout after the start of the war with the US and Israel in February, cutting most Iranians off from the outside world.

Spider-Noir turns Spider Universe black and white
The show starring Nicolas Cage will be available to watch in both colour and black and white.

What are the signs of heatstroke in dogs?
How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather.

Watch: Trump is transforming Washington by adding his face everywhere
Sarah Smith visits places across the US capital where the president has hung banners, renamed a site or is rebuilding something.

India's 70ft Messi statue to be moved after 'swaying in the wind'
A giant statue of Argentina legend Lionel Messi is set to be taken down in India over safety concerns after it is spotted "swaying in the wind".

Ghana welcomes Pope's apology over Catholic Church's role in slavery
The West African nation was one of the main gateways for the transatlantic slave trade.

Woman admits guilt in fatal XL bully attack
Morgan Dorsett, 19, from Shrewsbury, died after the attack in Bishopsworth, Bristol, in 2025.

Maga candidate's win in Texas primary gives Democrats hope in Senate battle
Ken Paxton's victory sets up what will be a closely watched contest in November's midterm elections.

Female submariner says Navy colleague raped her at Faslane
Jake Wilson, from Gosport in Hampshire, denies rape and has lodged a special defence of consent.

Around 100 firefighters tackle Golders Green blaze
The fire at a supermarket "is not believed to be suspicious", London Fire Brigade says.

Bad Bunny joins Toy Story 5 cast as voice of forgotten pizza toy
The Puerto Rican star will make a cameo in the latest in the animated Disney film franchise.

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Why Did Teenage Rapists Avoid Custody?
Sentences of boys spared custody over rape referred to Court of Appeal.

The political fight for American men
An interview with author and professor, Scott Galloway

Fernandez wants Chelsea exit but club would demand £120m
Enzo Fernandez wants to leave Chelsea after they failed to qualify for Europe, but any move for the Argentina midfielder would cost around £120m.

Man Utd closing in on £38m Ederson deal
Manchester United are in advanced talks to make Atalanta's Brazil midfielder Ederson their first summer signing for a fee of £38m.

Sooryavanshi, 15, stuns again in IPL eliminator
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produces his latest extraordinary innings by hitting 97 from just 29 balls in the Indian Premier League eliminator.