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Keeping kids entertained over the summer
Organization helps connect kids to out of school time programs over the summer months.

'I had so much hope': Fear grips Haitian communities after Supreme Court ruling unwinds protection from deportation
Thursday's ruling means hundreds of thousands are facing the prospect of deportation.

Misiorowski throws 105.5 mph pitch, Brewers beat Cubs 6-2
Brewers manager Pat Murphy, who had surgery Thursday for a ruptured disk in his back, guided his club from a safe spot near the dugout.

Jacob Misiorowski's 105.5 mph pitch ties for 3rd-fastest since tracking began in 2008
Jacob Misiorowski downplayed the emphasis on velocity after throwing a 105.5 mph pitch.

Warmer temperatures ahead this weekend
High temperatures will climb into the 70s and 80s.

Pat Murphy to manage Brewers Friday after successful back surgery Thursday
The team also said that Murphy's hip surgery that was scheduled during the all-star break has now been postponed until after the season.

State government working to keep up with rapid AI development
The Evers administration and the Legislature are working on different initiatives related to understanding AI.

Former Sun Prairie principal reaches deferred prosecution agreement
Sun Prairie parents reacted Friday to the deal Jennifer Ploeger made that will allow her to avoid jail time.

Brown Deer woman charged in multi-million-dollar Medicaid fraud scheme
As part of the nationwide crackdown, a Mequon medical provider was also charged in a prescription drug diversion conspiracy.

Landspout causes damage in Illinois' cornfield
A landspout, a weak tornado, caused damage to a cornfield in Fayette County, Ill. on Thursday, despite no thunderstorm.

Person receiving treatment for rabies in Shawano County
The person was exposed to a bat that tested positive for the disease.

Enbridge to pay $275,000 in settlement over 2019 pipeline leak
Enbridge allegedly violated the state's spills law when it didn't notify the Wisconsin DNR in a timely manner about a valve failure.

Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approves funding for bluff erosion at Sheridan Park
The Board voted 13-2 on Thursday to authorize over $1.1 million in funding for the project.

988's LGBTQ+ hotline to relaunch this year. But the group that helped start it might be excluded
The Trevor Project is not eligible to offer the service because it is no longer a “current and active” member of the national program.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Strawberry Festival, Pride on Brady, Cheese Capital Festival
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Health experts keep Summerfest attendees healthy
On top of staying hydrated and wearing sunscreen, Aurora Health Care encourages wearing comfortable shoes and clothing.

Wheelchair takes flight in magical 'Mary Poppins' show
Lead actress Mari Koopmans is stepping into history as the first performer to take flight in a wheelchair during a production of "Mary Poppins Jr."

'You can see the synergy here already’: Bucks welcome 2 first-round draft picks
Guard Brayden Burries and forward Nate Ament are part of the Bucks now as the franchise moves past the Giannis Antetokounmpo era.

Crews face flooding, downed power lines in Green Bay
The latest rough weather in Wisconsin deluged Green Bay.

Racine’s North and Zoo beaches earn ‘B’ for water quality
The Racine Public Health Department released the 2026 North and Zee Beach Report Card.

World News

In Caracas, this feels like the hardest moment in Venezuela's modern history
Rescue teams are working ceaselessly to reach those trapped under rubble. But as hope fades, anger is growing.

Thunderstorms delay hundreds of Heathrow and Gatwick flights
More than 900 flights have been delayed at Heathrow and Gatwick, many due to stormy weather south of the UK.

Are we in for a summer of serial heatwaves?
Forecasters have suggested that summer is likely to be warmer than average with an increased chance of more heatwaves, as Simon King explains.

Mahmood announces new refugee sponsorship route into UK
The home secretary says "capped safe and legal" routes would help to restore confidence in the asylum system.

They quit the West for Russia's traditional values. It wasn't what they expected
The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.

Is Andy Burnham Labour's saviour, or just its best bet?
Labour insiders give Laura Kuenssberg their take on the man tipped to replace Keir Starmer as PM.

Who are the Panama players England need to look out for?
BBC Sport analyses the key players for Panama who will be aiming to cause a World Cup upset against England in their final Group L fixture.

Iran takes swipe at US' 'unfair treatment' and throws down gauntlet to Fifa
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei says his nation have been treated unfairly by the United States during the World Cup

How completing the World Cup sticker book is like having a second job
From car park meet ups to Facebook groups, how families try to complete the set on a budget.

Scotland's World Cup hopes at 0.07% - these are results they need
Defeat against Brazil left Scotland in a precarious position, but little has gone their way since either.

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What happened when I told police I was sexually assaulted on a train
After reporting an incident, Esme Rice waited 13 hours for a response from the British Transport Police.

Two years ago, she was delivering Amazon parcels - now she's an international star
The R&B singer broke out with the single Worst Behaviour, which she sold on a custom-built website.

Could you handle a 20-plus hour flight? This airline is banking on it
Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone - but would you buy a ticket?

Why GTA 6 will launch without a disc and what it means for gamers
Music and films are now largely digital-only - does the lack of a disc for GTA 6 mean gaming is going the same way?

Going to a festival as a neurodivergent person can be tough - but there are ways to recharge
Some festivals are rolling out calm spaces and noise-cancelling headphones, but there are calls to go further.

Man charged with rape and murder after girl's death
Kevin Kerjean, 31, remains in custody after the body of a two-year-old was found on Thursday.

US strikes Iran after attack on cargo ship
Iran accuses the US of violating their deal and says it struck targets linked to American forces in response.

Meloni and Trump: A very public fall-out that is proving very hard to fix
Italy's PM was not long ago being called the "Trump whisperer", but their relationship has gone from public attacks to personal insults.

Raducanu quits practice as Wimbledon fitness fears grow
Emma Raducanu's chances of being fit for Wimbledon look to be in considerable doubt after the Briton cut short her practice on Saturday.

Three unusual things about the King's tax bill
King Charles paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-2025 - here's what we know about his unique tax situation.

Madonna was 'jealous of Kylie' - and more things we learned in her Graham Norton interview
All the revelations from Madonna's chat with Graham Norton, including a big hint about Glastonbury.

A smartphone ban in English schools is coming into force. What's changing?
Schools must now follow government guidance that says schools should be phone-free for the entire day.

We host strangers for dinner every month - now we have 60 new friends
After 2 years in Belfast, Nidhi Pal and Vik Parashar found a creative way to make new friends - a monthly dinner party with strangers.

I'm 98 but I still do my 40 press-ups every day
Bill Kober, who lives in Woodbridge, is proving that age is just a number... one press-up at a time.

Banned swimmer's daughters to realise family's Commonwealth Games dream
Annette Cowley was not allowed to compete at the 1986 Games as she was caught in a political storm.

Rescued sewage work eggs hatch into five ducklings
The eggs were spotted in a nest at risk of toppling over on the surface at a sewage treatment works.

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Boiling point: The week of extreme heat
Danger to life warnings and record heat: how the UK and Europe struggled to cope.

The King (sort of) reveals his finances
King Charles has become the first monarch to reveal their tax bill, paying £12.9m.

Gripping, star-studded environmental thriller
Past ties drag corporate lawyer Rob into conflict with a company he usually assists.

Russell claims controversial pole after Verstappen crash
Mercedes driver George Russell controversially steals pole position at the Austrian Grand Prix from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc with the last lap of the session.