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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married in elaborate Madison Square Garden ceremony
Swift’s publicist confirmed the marriage took place Friday evening inside Madison Square Garden at a star-packed ceremony.

Law enforcement urges boating safety ahead of Fourth of July
You can expect a stronger law enforcement presence on all lakes and rivers in Wisconsin as holiday crowds take to the water.

3 people dead, 7 rescued after boat capsizes on Geneva Lake
The incident is being investigated by the Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Rooted in remembrance: Sons of the American Revolution plant tree in Wisconsin's oldest city
Green Bay was settled by the French more than 260 years ago.

Unsettled pattern into the holiday weekend
The threat for scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue.

How to support Lincoln Avenue School community following fire
A fire destroyed the school building earlier this week.

How to apply for FEMA funding from April storms, floods
FEMA said funding will be available to people in 19 counties and the Oneida Nation, which were affected by tornadoes and more from April 13-23.

Jacob Misiorowski's starting schedule with Brewers makes him unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game
Misiorowski says he wants to play in the All-Star Game but understands why that’s unlikely to happen.

Fireworks and weather: A perfect balance
Various weather conditions can impact your firework shows.

Some Merton residents express disappointment in wake enhancement equipment ban
The Village of Merton in Waukesha County is the latest to pass a ban on wake-enhancements for boats on Lake Keesus and Moose Lake.

'Very heartwarming': Organizers, volunteers of Milwaukee's 'United for Venezuela Emergency Relief Campaign' overwhelmed with donations
The basement of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church is filled to the brim with donations ticketed for Venezuela.

ATV and UTV safety for July 4 holiday weekend
While many bars and restaurants are popular destinations, Harden said drivers should avoid consuming alcohol.

Hot weekend for July Fourth festivities
Temperatures will be in the 90s to triple digits across much of the country as we celebrate America's 250th.

Will rain impact your 4th of July plans?
We will see a chance for storms this weekend.

Milwaukee considers increasing e-scooter fines
The Milwaukee Public Safety and Health Committee passed an ordinance that would increase the fines from $10-20 to $100-200.

Neighbors file federal lawsuit against Microsoft over data center
They say there are 100 or more people living within 1.5 miles, so they believe it should be a class action lawsuit.

State senators share mixed reactions to end of minority student grant program
The State Supreme Court ruled the Minority Student Undergraduate Retention Grant Program is unconstitutional.

Chase Burns wins star-studded pitching matchup with Jacob Misiorowski as Reds beat Brewers 7-2
Sal Stewart and Jose Trevino homered off Jacob Misiorowski, and Chase Burns pitched six strong innings as the Cincinnati Reds.

Wisconsin lawmakers on 250 years of American independence
Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, said “the struggle continues, and it's all worth it.”

Fond du Lac man accused of threatening to kill Gov. Evers and family
The criminal complaint states Hartmann was drinking and doesn't remember making any calls.

World News

Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning
In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

Pubs and police brace for England-Mexico 1am kick-off after Fifa U-turn
England's must-win World Cup match will go ahead as planned on Monday. Pubs can stay open until 05:00, which could spell a difficult morning for many.

Taylor Swift marries Travis Kelce in NYC ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler
The star-studded celebration saw several streets in Midtown Manhattan shut, as hordes of fans gathered outside the arena.

In pictures: Stars and fans celebrate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
Celebrities and sports stars were spotted as the A-list couple tied the knot in New York on Friday.

The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives
As Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg.

Fireworks, flyovers and a 'really long' Trump speech ahead as US celebrates 250th
The celebrations in the US capital will feature 850,000 fireworks, a "really long" speech from the president and scorching temperatures.

Mini-marts linked to convicted people smuggler closed after BBC investigation
We traced Twana Jamal, once the "the godfather" of French migrant camps, to two shops in Leicestershire.

'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts
Temperature records were smashed in June - and scientists warn this is a sign of things to come. 

What could new rights for unmarried couples mean for your money?
Co-habiting couples in England and Wales could be given more protections if they break up under new government proposals.

The schools starting late after 1am England kick-off to 'reduce pressure' on parents
Some schools are opting to open late, arguing they are striking the right balance, and many parents have backed the decision.

Russia looks to students to make up for mounting losses in Ukraine
Moscow's campaign for students to sign army contracts comes as the Kremlin seeks to sustain its war effort for a fifth year.

How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips after NHS reward scheme announced
From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit.

England team booed on arrival at Mexico City hotel
England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico.

Five and a half hours that left England's last-16 tie in chaos
For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport tells how a story of confusion and anger - culminating in a Fifa U-turn - unfolded.

Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup
Many countries with massive populations consistently miss out on football’s biggest party. What can they do to change their sporting fortunes?

Farewell Cape Verde - defeat by Argentina but they are the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's second-smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentina in an epic.

Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.

BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexico
The BBC will be launching a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.

UK temperatures forecast to exceed 30C as another heatwave imminent
Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains.

Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah killed in February
Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla from Friday ahead of days-long funeral events.

China's internet got so mad about a celebrity's 'bad' singing, her concert was cancelled
Celebrities have become outlets for young people's social and economic frustrations.

Force bosses to face MPs over maternity scandal, says Streeting
Former health secretary Wes Streeting says the "cowardice" of leaders who refused to co-operate was "an insult".

Trump's new take on 250 years of American expansionism
The US has grown, both in terms of its land and its people, over the last 250 years. What's next?

'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation
Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development.

Pope urges Europe to do more for migrants while visiting gateway island
The pontiff pays tribute to migrants who lost their lives at sea at a cemetery on the Italian island of Lampedusa.

Ear plugs have become a festival must-have - but they aren't all created equal
Ear plugs are becoming an increasingly popular accessory at music festivals.

Tartan Army's World Cup traffic cone high jinks are taking over Scotland
Scotland fans' coning of statues during the World Cup has led to a surge in the practice back home, but not everyone has welcomed it.

Keiko Fujimori declared winner of Peru's presidential election weeks after vote
The daughter of disgraced president Alberto Fujimori is declared winner of tight race nearly a month after voting took place.

Antique silver collection found in attic sells for £60,000
More than 100 silver items, dating from the early 1700s to the early 1900s, had been expected to fetch up to £23,000.

'I love my superhero legs', says boy who 'inspires everyone around him'
The school says the young double amputee's courage and positivity has "inspired everyone".

Greyhound who refuses to race finds new home in US
Kiki, who was bred to race, will cross the Atlantic to live in California with her new family.

Pupils perform for Foo Fighters in stadium show
The Bell Tower Beats, from Anfield Road Primary School, performed for the US stars in Liverpool.