Local Wisconsin News

In Focus: Wisconsin Community Services talks about societal reentry from jail and its mental health effects
Clarence Johnson, president and CEO of Wisconsin Community Services, shared more about the mission behind the organization.

State of mental health in Wisconsin
Ryan Burks talks with key leaders in the mental health space about their efforts to help Wisconsinites.

In Focus: ReachOutWis aims to prevent veteran suicide
Spectrum News talked with Dr. Bertrand Berger about the importance of understanding shared experiences of veterans and challenges they face.

In Focus: How Sen. Kelda Roys hopes to expand mental health resources
She also talked about the voluntary “do not purchase” list for handguns, and links between mental health and social media.

Seasonable temperatures with more clouds Sunday
A few light showers and sprinkles may be possible west of Madison.

CNN says it was left off Air Force One for Trump's Saturday trip to a college football game
It is the latest media restriction imposed by the administration in an ongoing dispute with First Amendment implications.

Pope Leo XIV fills central Paris with 700,000-strong crowd and fervor at giant outdoor Mass
On Saturday, the American pope greeted cheering crowds from his popemobile during a parade leading to Place de la Concorde.

Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and other Mideast news
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday rejected the proposal saying Iran wanted to make a deal because it was “losing so badly.”

Beyond the Damage: The Trauma that Lingers after the Storm
Mental health concerns can arise during extreme events and even years later.

Milwaukee County sees first major condo project in nearly two decades
Milwaukee County welcomes the first condominium development project in nearly two decades to St. Francis.

'Community within the cards': Jacob Misiorowski shops for cards day after Brewers' record-setting 100th win
Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski was shopping for cards at Brew Town Trading Company on Friday.

Wisconsin senator introduces bill to ban ICE, CPB agents from polling locations
Sen. Tammy Baldwin said the legislation sends a message to the president that lawmakers are watching.

Police investigate 'unrecognized' UW-Madison fraternity Alpha Epsilon Pi for hazing
Alpha Epsilon Pi is not recognized by UW-Madison. It was terminated in 2015 for violating the student organization code of conduct.

Workgroup developing policies for police body cameras in Madison
The group is expected to develop a draft policy by the end of this year, with approval of a final plan coming in 2027.

Wisconsin farmers push back on transmission line project
The BECI Project would stretch from Crawford to Walworth County with some of the proposed routes cutting across farmland.

28 new cases of measles confirmed in Wisconsin this week
The state has seen 192 cases this year.

Two years since Helene: A meteorological setup that caused catastrophic flooding
The combination of a stalled front and remnants of Helene lead to devastating flooding in the southeast.

Matt LaFleur joins Todd Bowles and Shane Steichen on the early-season hot seat for NFL coaches
The Packers are off to a 1-2 start following a lackluster performance in a loss to the Falcons in their home opener at Lambeau Field.

Former UW-Waukesha campus could become 650 residences
Waukesha County approved selling the former UW-Waukesha campus for a 650-unit redevelopment expected to add housing and tax revenue.

Packers fans look ahead after home-opener loss to Falcons
Packers fans returned to Lambeau Field for the home opener, taking in the game-day atmosphere despite Green Bay’s 35-14 loss to Atlanta.

World News

Burnham proposes NHS-style social care system for England
The prime minister told the BBC that social care in England is "as unfair as American healthcare".

Orange Order march row goes to heart of ongoing divisions in Northern Ireland
The dispute over the controversial parade is a reminder that the peace process is not over.

Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation.

Two mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead
The two attacks hours apart come as the country struggles to stop high levels of gang-related armed violence.

Pope says 'scourge' of abuse must be rooted out as he visits Lourdes
Pope Leo spoke to bishops before leading a service attended by thousands of worshippers in France.

Celebrity Traitors 2 cast: Who are this year's 'big dogs' and dark horses?
The reality TV game show returns on Thursday, with 21 stars vying to win £100,000 for their chosen charity.

Killer Christa Pike is to be executed within days but her defence say she's a victim too
Lawyers for Pike, who killed a fellow student in 1995, say she should get clemency and would not be sentenced to death if the crime happened today.

Big Bang wins over fans old and new at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Big Bang played London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, marking a long-awaited return for the group that helped build the blueprint for modern K-pop.

Why families are being urged to look closer on autumn walks
Experts urge families to spot, photograph and enjoy autumn fungi on their doorstep.

China's new youth idol isn't a pop star - he's an academic
China's economy and tech have developed at breakneck speed, but there is plenty worrying its Gen Z.

Iranian minister says only negotiation can end conflict after Trump rejects Hormuz deal
The foreign minister says Tehran is waiting for an official rejection of a deal, despite the US President's comments.

Ten climbers missing after avalanche hits Himalayan base camp
The Nepali team was preparing to take overseas climbers up the Himlung Himal peak.

White casts doubt on Fury-Joshua after 24 hours of chaos
There is fresh uncertainty around the proposed Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua fight - after Dana White said he did not know whether it would happen.

US states declare emergency as powerful storm brings flooding and power cuts
Tens of millions of people from Maine to Virginia found themselves in the path of the powerful weather system.

Thousands without water and roads closed after burst pipe
Southern Water says it is investigating the burst pipe which happened on Sunday morning.

Child's hidden letter found after 44 years
Michelle Harwood had not been born when the letter was written and did not expect to find the writer.

Children as young as 13 are getting ketamine bladder damage
Doctors running a dedicated NHS clinic for children with ketamine bladder say they are seeing patients as young as 13.

Bake Off star says 'going sober' has been 'glorious'
Briony May Williams has been sober since 2023 after deciding to make "big changes" in her life.

Discarded lamp-post flags turned into 'unity' artwork
The huge union jack was produced using tattered flags previously hung from lamp-posts.

Meet Grumpygran1948 - Fortnite's record-breaking streamer
Cath Bowie, from Moray, began playing the online shooter in 2017 and now has an audience of around 24,000 followers.

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Breast Cancer Scandal: Exposing the Harm
BBC Health correspondent Sharon Barbour investigates a deepening breast cancer scandal.

Anne Hathaway and Jessica Chastain star in a psychological thriller
A relationship between neighbours is changed forever by a tragic accident

Horner a distraction for Ferrari says Vasseur
Christian Horner is proving a distraction for Ferrari by "looking for a job", team principal Frederic Vasseur says.

Four men down - but Australia still beat South Africa
Australia are reduced to 11 men but dig in for a remarkable win against a much-changed South Africa side as they beat the world champions 42-38 in Perth.

White casts doubt on Fury-Joshua after 24 hours of chaos
There is fresh uncertainty around the proposed Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua fight - after Dana White said he did not know whether it would happen.

Man City? I feel cheated - when do Stoke City get our FA Cup?
BBC Sport columnist Tony Pulis explains what he and all Stoke fans are thinking after Manchester City are found guilty of the majority of the 115 charges they faced.

USA's new breakout star? Sullivan living up to Premier League promise
Cavan Sullivan made his United States debut on Saturday aged just 16 - and produced a performance to show just why Manchester City moved to sign him.