Local Wisconsin News

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

Hong's race to lose? What to watch for Tuesday in Wisconsin
Polls open at 7:00 a.m. for Wisconsin's Fall Primary.

Active pattern ahead this week
Rounds of showers and thunderstorms are likely.

80-year-old Wisconsin woman starts 28-mile trek in Yosemite to raise money for disaster relief
Fran Wargolet started hiking 28 miles on Aug. 7 with a plan to rise to 7,210 feet in elevation across four days in the park.

Tuesday’s Democratic primary will reveal Derrick Van Orden’s opponent in the November election
Rebecca Cooke will face Emily Berge on Tuesday. Whoever wins will take on the incumbent Republican congressman.

Where does Kaukauna stand on data centers, bird city designation?
Mayor Tony Penterman joined Spectrum News 1’s “Local Leaders” series to share more about efforts to uphold the environment.

Lincoln Avenue fire was caused by chemical-soaked rags that ignited, officials say
The roof and floors of the century-old building collapsed during a fire on June 30.

Bucks' Tyler Herro not worrying about contract status as he begins new chapter with hometown team
The Milwaukee-area native came to the Bucks in the trade that sent two-time MVP and nine-time all-NBA forward Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat.

'I had to park at places like Walmart': Safe Place Parking program for homeless faces closure
The year-round program in Green Bay gives the homeless a place to park overnight safely.

Crowley campaign poll claims primary race is wide open
The new data comes just days before voters will choose the Democratic nominee in the race for governor.

Dennis Krause Blog: Nellie was ahead of his time
Former Milwaukee Bucks coach Don Nelson has died at the age of 86.

'It was devastating': Milwaukee DPW Commissioner reflects on anniversary of major flooding
Milwaukee's DPW Commissioner looks back on the massive response to last year's floods.

Now Hiring: Fairchild Equipment recruiting forklift technicians
Midwest heavy machinery supplier, Fairchild Equipment, has immediate openings at its four Wisconsin branches, including at its new Milwaukee facility.

Brewers' Cooper Pratt goes on injured list as NL Central leaders face potential infield depth issues
Pratt went on the IL with a strained hamstring Sunday while Joey Ortiz was out of the lineup due to issues with the scapular muscles in his back.

One year after historic Wisconsin floods, West Allis residents reflect on recovery
Sunday marked one year since devastating floods swept through Southeast Wisconsin, leaving communities like West Allis among the hardest hit.

Jake Bauers' hitting and Luis Lara's fielding prove pivotal as Brewers beat Twins 4-3 in 10 innings
Bauers’ one-out single to shallow left off Yoendrys Gómez brought home Brice Turang, who slid across the plate.

'Go dance in the rain': Severe thunderstorms temporarily halt State Fair festivities
Lightning spotted over the America 250 Wheel contributed to the fair’s temporary closure.

Eyes on the August primary
Ryan Burk talks with political experts about what to know and expect from the upcoming election.

In Focus: What the latest polls show ahead of the primary election
Charles Franklin, who oversees the Marquette University Law School Poll, shared some insights.

In Focus: Key races in the upcoming Aug. 11 primary
Spectrum News 1 Political Anchor Anthony DaBruzzi joined us on “In Focus” to discuss the election and look at campaigns on both sides of the aisle. 

World News

More than two-thirds of England now in drought
The East Midlands, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire, Kent and East Sussex, and Solent and the South Downs have moved into drought status.

Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
The Home Office says it shows the "reckless and dangerous tactics" used by gangs "cramming ever greater numbers on to unseaworthy vessels".

30 years later, a former gang member will stand trial for Tupac's murder
It’s been three decades since Tupac was killed, and since then, his reputation has only grown.

New weight-loss pill approved for use in UK
Foundayo is made by Eli Lilly, the drug firm behind the Mounjaro jab.

Trump signs order to limit and split childhood vaccines
The Trump administration has long pushed a discredited link between vaccines and autism.

We are chasing Ebola virus - it is ahead of us, WHO warns
Infection rates are high, adding to concern that authorities are struggling to get to grips with the disease.

Russian court bars only anti-war party from standing in parliamentary elections
Russia's only liberal, anti-war party will not be able to take part in next month's parliamentary elections, a Moscow court rules.

Treasury contributed to woman's death, inquest hears
The inquest hears the Treasury did not apply written disciplinary policy before Chloe Moffat died.

Consortium including Jeff Bezos advances talks for stake in Liverpool FC
A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.

From Dubai to a Dublin court - how alleged cartel boss Daniel Kinahan returned to Ireland
Law enforcement agencies in Ireland and the US believe he is a leading figure in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group.

From Stonehenge to the Serpentine - satellite images show impact of hot, dry summer
From Stonehenge to the Serpentine the impact on parts of the UK from a long, hot, summer can be seen from space.

We should smile at our dogs - a new scientific study reveals why
Scientists have worked out what is going on inside a dog's brain when it sees a human smiling or scowling.

Netanyahu's rejection of Trump's 15-point Gaza plan unlikely to be final word
The Trump administration is said to be unbothered by the Israeli prime minister's rejection of the deal, viewing it as campaign rhetoric ahead of a general election.

Could your tattoo stop you from getting a job?
A quarter of the UK population – including the new prime minister – have at least one tattoo, but they still divide opinion in the workplace.

Tech leaders say AI means less work - their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week
Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time.

Schools in England have new rules on branded uniforms - will the changes save you money?
Parents should not have to buy more than three branded items, plus a tie for secondary schools.

New train service connects Finland and Sweden for first time in decades
The service will enable rail travel from Portugal to Lapland - what is believed to be the longest train journey in Europe.

At least 13 killed in Ukrainian drone strike deep into Russia
Russian officials say another 75 people were injured by the attack - one of the deadliest Ukrainian drone attacks since Moscow's full-scale invasion.

Nigel Farage says incident at his home 'directly linked' to Ann Widdecombe murder
Counter-terrorism police have reopened an inquiry into an incident at the Reform UK's leader's house.

MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments
Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.

World's oceans hit record-high July temperatures
Global oceans recorded their hottest July on record, partly fuelled by developing El Niño conditions, as wildfires continue to ravage western Europe.

Watch: 'Dust devil' spins through London park
Footage captured in London's Greenwich Park on Sunday showed the moment a small whirlwind swirled around people.

Travelodge staff gave domestic abuser key to his victim's room
A woman tells the BBC her attacker kicked her hotel room door "off its hinges" after reception gave him the key.

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Subscriptions, ‘Intergalactic Affairs’ and Alleged Cartel Boss Daniel Kinahan
Adam, Caitríona Perry and Joe Pike join us at the Edinburgh Fringe

Americanswers...on 5 Live! Will Trump's new challenge to birthright citizenship work?
And Hunter Biden speaks to the BBC about his pardon and Joe Biden’s health

Cult drama directed by Martin Scorsese starring Robert De Niro
Martin Scorsese's timeless masterpiece, with Robert De Niro’s most iconic performance

Should Liverpool fans be worried about Iraola's fitness comments?
Should Liverpool fans be worried about Andoni Iraola's comments concerning the squad's fitness?

Forest owner Marinakis sues Palace over gun banner
Evangelos Marinakis is suing Crystal Palace for a banner unfurled by their fans depicting the Nottingham Forest owner holding a gun to midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White's head.

The transgender row surrounding the WNBA
After the Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham said it was "common sense" to ban transgender women from women's sports, a row has emerged in the WNBA - with former NBA players saying eligibility rules mean they can enter the 2027 Draft.

Liverpool sign Araujo on loan from Barcelona
Liverpool sign Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with an option to buy.

Derby 'off market' as takeover deal collapses
Saudi Arabia government official Turki Alalshikh abandons his proposed takeover of Championship club Derby County.