Local Wisconsin News

Wisconsin farmer exercises caution after cyclosporiasis outbreaks in other states
According to the Food and Drug Administration, packaged iceberg lettuce has been linked to cyclosporiasis outbreaks in multiple states.

Now Hiring: Mercyhealth looking for nurses in its emergency department
Flexible scheduling allows nurses to balance work with family life.

Sunny from the start on this Monday
Seasonable temperatures and blue sky embrace our Monday.

'Healing moment for our community': Mile of Music festival wraps up in Appleton
“This is just a big healing moment for our community,” said one festival organizer.

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ nets second best North American opening ever with $355 million
It was just shy of “Avengers: Endgame,” which debuted to $357 million in 2019.

Trump says he will order halt to Iran strikes after parameters reached for deal to end war
A day earlier, he had threatened more strikes on Iran as the U.S. pushes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

In Focus: Rep. Marklein discusses ag challenges in his district
This week on “In Focus,” we look at the state of farmers in Wisconsin.

In Focus: Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center says exposure to ag industry is crucial to its future
Abigail Winkel, brand manager with Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, discussed the importance of education.

In Focus: Wisconsin Farm Bureau shares resources for farmers
Tyler Wenzlaff of Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation discussed the role of the Farm Bureau in advocating for policy in Madison and D.C.

State of farmers in Wisconsin
Ryan Burk talks with a legislator and several leaders in the ag industry about what farmers are facing.

Early in-person voting slows in Madison ahead of primary
The Wisconsin Elections Commission reported as of Friday, more than 1,400 people had voted in-person in Madison.

Trump's threat to push ahead on settlement fund injects new uncertainty into attorney general talks
Trump said in a social media post that he'd keep Attorney General Todd Blanche in his current role and press ahead on the “Anti-Weaponization Fund."

Efforts organized in southeastern Wisconsin to help Fox Valley tornado victims
It will be a long road to recovery for those impacted by the tornado that wreaked havoc throughout the Fox Valley on Monday.

Restaurants in Menasha provide a hub for the community
Since Monday’s storm, business and restaurants have been offering free services to those impacted.

Businesses, organizations support Madison community after Corey Ruiz shooting
Local businesses and organizations say they are trying to support the community as people process grief, anger and uncertainty.

Romo on leave from CBS Sports after arrest on suspicion of operating vehicle under the influence
JJ Watt will join Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson as CBS Sports’ lead NFL team during Romo’s absence.

Political experts say Francesca Hong emerging as Democratic primary frontrunner
Hong lead both of the Marquette Law School Polls released in July, with the latest showing 38% support among Democrats.

Madison congressman slams U.S. blockade on Cuba: ‘Definition of insanity’
Congressman Mark Pocan recently traveled there and detailed his experience.

Packers tight end Tucker Kraft takes major step forward in his return from torn ACL
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is off the physically unable to perform list and excited to be back practicing.

Damage assessments begin for tornado victims in Winnebago and Outagamie counties
Information gathered will be shared with counties and municipalities.

World News

English FA set to withdraw support for Fifa president Infantino
The English Football Association is set to join Wales in withdrawing backing for Infantino's bid to continue as Fifa president.

Iran says it is in talks with Oman but not the US after Trump says negotiations to resume
Tehran has repeatedly closed off the strait since the US and Israel attacked the country in February.

BBC reports from inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle dies aged 66
The columnist died in hospital in Middlsbrough on Sunday.

Reform says it would use Navy to stop small boats
The party's home affairs spokesman Zia Yusuf says it would be the "largest military operation in the English Channel since World War Two”.

Son who kept mum's body in freezer for years collected £78k of her benefits
Christopher Phillips’ mother, Sylvia, had yellow and pink roses and a birthday card placed on her body.

Mother has pioneering womb surgery to fix baby's intestines - before he's even born
Theo became the first British baby to be operated on in the womb to correct complex gastroschisis, as part of a pioneering clinical trial.

X Factor finalist denies murdering influencer by running her over with car
Gabrielle Carrington denies killing Klaudia Zakrzewska outside Inca nightclub in Soho on 19 April.

Presenter Tony Livesey leaves BBC Radio 5 Live after 16 years
He stepped back from his show last month following allegations against his former boss David Sullivan.

Ariana Grande to take a break from public life citing 'endless, ongoing scrutiny'
The US singer, 33, will "step back from visibility" at the end of her world tour next month, her representative says.

Xbox Series X price hiked by £170 due to rising memory chip costs
Xbox consoles now cost significantly more in the UK, with one model increasing in price by 43%.

How parents and pupils took on 'cruel', 'authoritarian' schools - and won
Discipline at an academy trust went too far - parents, pupils and former teachers tell BBC Panorama.

What are the 'luteal uglies' and how are they affecting women?
More women than ever are talking about the luteal phase on social media, but how does it actually affect you?

If Infantino goes, who might replace him as Fifa president?
Pressure is building on Fifa president Gianni Infantino but if he goes, who comes in?

What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.

It may be easier to get your first mortgage than you think - here's why
More relaxed mortgage regulation opens the door for some first-time buyers, but it comes with risk.

More protein or less? The foods to get you through
When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

How to get the most out of your electric fan
Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.

Why women feel the heat more - and some simple things that can help
Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.

How to keep dogs and other pets cool
How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather.

Driest July on record for England and Wales
The month of July has been exceptionally dry, warm and sunny for most of the UK as Tomasz Schafernaker explains.

Reform UK's Richard Tice investigated by parliamentary standards watchdog
Tice says the complaint related to a debate on Israeli influence and whether he should have referenced his register of interests.

'It's just a loss to Ireland': Fans pay tribute to Glen Hansard at public wake
A queue of hundreds of people who came to pay their respects snaked around the venue on Monday morning with thousands expected over the course of the day.

Man arrested over death of nine-year-old girl found injured in industrial estate
The girl, from West Yorkshire, was found injured at the Elliot Industrial Estate in Arbroath shortly after midnight.

Scottish islanders refused permission to stage annual seabird chicks hunt
Each year hundreds of gannet chicks are killed for their meat on the uninhabited Hebridean island of Sula Sgeir.

Aung San Suu Kyi appears healthy in first confirmed outside contact for 2.5 years
Photos newly released by Myanmar's military government show Suu Kyi meeting with an ICRC official.

Moroccan king's letter confirms naming of major highway in honour of Trump
The highway enters Western Sahara, a disputed territory that Morocco claims sovereignty over.

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Is The World Cup For Sale?
Infantino 'wrong man' to lead Fifa says Burnham as criticism grows.

The Democrats need to win Michigan… so why is it splitting the party?
A centrist and a left wing candidate go head to head in Michigan.

English FA set to join Welsh in withdrawing support for Infantino
The English Football Association is set to write to Fifa president Gianni Infantino withdrawing its support amid the fallout from his scrapped plans to sell off stakes in Fifa competitions to private investors.

Inside Liverpool's summer so far - should fans be worried?
BBC Sport's Aadam Patel reports on the latest from the Liverpool tour of the United States.