Local Wisconsin News

Heat holds in central and eastern U.S. mid to late week
Temperatures will be in the 90s to triple digits across much of the country this week.

Jake Bauers says the Brewers chemistry is something he hasn't 'experienced anyplace else'
Bauers leads the Brewers with 15 home runs.

President Trump approves $22.6 million in disaster relief for Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers criticized Trump, saying he and Wisconsinites "will believe it when we see it."

Independence Day Drone Show to return to Milwaukee's lakefront
Last year was the first year drones replaced fireworks at the big event and it came with a lot of mixed reviews.

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

Still talking about heat and storms
Continuing to monitor the chance for severe storms Thursday & Friday.

Mitchell triples in the go-ahead run in the 7th in the Brewers' 4-2 win over the Reds
The Brewers (53-31) moved a season-high 22 games over .500 with their sixth straight victory over the Reds this season.

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16
The win sets up a matchup on Monday in Seattle against Belgium as the U.S. hopes to make a deep run on home soil.

World Cup brings economic boost to South Milwaukee
The FIFA World Cup has captured the attention of soccer fans around the world and right here in Wisconsin.

'We all pull for each other.': Joey Ortiz talks special Brewers season so far
Ortiz details what makes this Milwaukee Brewers team so special.

Lake Geneva businesses ready for Independence Day weekend despite heat wave
Visitors are already converging on Lake Geneva, the popular lakeside destination has become a go-to spot for summer celebrations.

Senate Republicans request more documents from Department of Justice
The request is a continuation of the Senate's investigation into outside influences possibly affecting the DOJ.

Storms caused damage from Ripon to Green Bay Wednesday morning
Much of Wisconsin is enduring high temperatures and humidity.

Summerfest allows sealed water bottles amid extreme heat
Officials said they're making the temporary changes as temperatures are predicted to stay in the 80s and 90s.

‘Feels like I've made it:’ Congressional Art Competition winner visits D.C.
Isabella Rotizza, a high school sophomore, won the competition in Rep. Bryan Steil’s district.

Physical therapist shares insight to prevent golf injuries
Physical therapist Dan Leib joined Spectrum News 1 to talk about what golfers can do to stay healthy throughout the season.

UW hires Shawn Eichorst as its new athletic director
Eichorst replaces interim A.D. Marcus Sedberry and Chris McIntosh, who left U.W. in April to take a job with the Big Ten.

Foods to Help You Cool Down
Consider adding a few foods to your diet to help combat the extreme heat.

MLB selects Rattlers’ Luis Peña, No. 1 Brewers prospect Jesús Made for All-Star Future Game
Peña has made a name for himself while with the Rattlers this season.

How hot was it in Wisconsin on the last day of June?
Here's what the NWS preliminarily recorded during the heat wave.

World News

Married at First Sight UK star arrested on suspicion of rape
It follows a BBC Panorama investigation, broadcast in May, into the hit Channel 4 reality TV show.

Labour failed to prepare for power, admits PM's former top aide
In his first-ever interview, Morgan McSweeney tells the BBC the party did not deliver quickly enough in office.

People smuggler convicted in France found by BBC living in UK and seeking asylum
Once described as "the godfather" of French migrant camps, he has been working in a Leicestershire village.

Venezuela quake survivor pulled out alive after eight days
Hernán Gil was trapped under a collapsed multi-storey car park, and encouraged them as they inched closer to him.

'The shame is not yours': Starmer apologises for state's role in forced adoptions
The practice saw thousands of babies taken from their mothers between 1949 and 1976.

Gary Glitter charged with historical sexual offences
The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August.

From friendship bracelets to wedding rings: A Taylor and Travis timeline
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.

Government may now allow pubs to extend hours for 1am England clash
The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further than they already have been for the World Cup.

Watch: BBC at site of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv flats
Sarah Rainsford reports from the completely destroyed nine-storey block of flats in Ukraine's capital.

Exam board sorry for delay to Sats results in England
One school leaders' union says it now wants "cast-iron assurances" the final results will be accurate.

Support floods in for influencer Nara Smith after daughter's cancer diagnosis
In an emotional video, Nara Smith reveals toddler Whimsy Lou was diagnosed with cancer late last year.

England were 15 minutes from humiliation - the issues Tuchel must solve
Before England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at the issues that remain for Thomas Tuchel.

'We want to win World Cup for him' - Portugal carry Jota's memory
One year after his death, Portugal are using Diogo Jota's memory to help inspire them at the 2026 World Cup.

16.3m tune in to watch England beat DR Congo
England's dramatic win over DR Congo in the World Cup last 16 attracts an audience of 16.3m on the BBC.

How do you handle World Cup drama? Take our quiz to find out
Super fan or nervous wreck? Find your World Cup style with this test

Madonna's Confessions II is finally here - but is it worth the 21-year wait?
The pop star's 15th album starts on the dancefloor, but ends with deep personal revelations.

'I spent $6,000 on a World Cup trip but was left stranded at the gate'
Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute.

Americans are celebrating their split from Britain - how is the UK marking it?
As the United States turns 250 years old, people across the pond are running events of their own to mark the big breakup.

'Two weeks after her death I got a call': Gaza patients face agonising delays for evacuation
An estimated 300 Palestinians referred for treatment abroad have died since the ceasefire began, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.

From Truman's pension to Trump's billions - a White House windfall unmatched by any president
Historians say Trump's $2.2bn income last year is unprecedented and blurs the line on conflicts of interest.

Third UK heatwave increasingly likely as 30C temperatures forecast
Temperatures are forecast to climb throughout the weekend, potentially leading to a heatwave being declared in parts of the UK

Meta glasses wearers hit with paywall to use built-in feature
A feature in Meta's glasses which boosts the voice of people will be capped at three hours for free use.

Taxi driver who fled Southport attack has licence stripped
Gary Poland did not call 999 for 50 minutes after hearing the screams of children fleeing the attack.

'My son won't wash the dishes - but he rescued a family from a fire'
Mohsin Qayyum and Mohammed Yusuf Iqbal were driving past house in Leeds when they spotted the fire.

EU border delays 'not bearable' over summer, warns airport boss
Holidaymakers face long waits under the EU's new Entry-Exit System, the head of Berlin's airport says.

Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.

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What Does It Cost To Keep The UK Safe?
The government releases it’s long awaited defence investment plan.

Has the Supreme Court just made Trump the most powerful president in history?
A landmark decision expands Trump’s presidential power

England were 15 minutes from humiliation - the issues Tuchel must solve
Before England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at the issues that remain for Thomas Tuchel.

Why are Man City breaking the bank for Anderson?
Elliot Anderson will become the most expensive British player, but why are Manchester City prepared to pay a record fee to sign the midfielder?

Gueye quits Senegal until coaching staff replaced
Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye says he will be "taking a break" from playing for his country while the current management is in charge.