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'We absolutely need more resources': Homelessness a growing concern in Waukesha
Homelessness is a growing concern in Waukesha, as local shelters report an increasing number of people living on the streets.

Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam wants Giannis Antetokounmpo's future settled before the NBA draft
Antetokounmpo has spent his entire 13-year career with the Bucks, but it's possible he could leave Milwaukee after a frustrating, injury-marred season

Milwaukee woman accused of defrauding Wisconsin Medicaid of nearly $2.2M
She allegedly bought a restaurant, car and car wash with the profits.

Senior prank? Police issue warning, safety advice for 'senior assassin' game
Police want community members to know about the now-annual event.

'It's just hard watching it all go and having to replace everything': FEMA assessments underway for residents affected by April floods
The Wolf River reached a new record height of over 15 feet on April 17.

New executive orders will allow prison sentences in Wisconsin to be reduced
Gov. Tony Evers is reinstating the process of commuting prison sentences.

Officers from across Milwaukee County honor the lives of fallen officers
The lives of six fallen police officers in the greater Milwaukee area were honored during an annual ceremony on Wednesday.

Stepmother convicted in Outagamie County child abuse case
The charges stem from allegations that a 14-year-old girl was found severely malnourished in Aug. 2025. She weighed just 35 pounds.

Ashby ties Sale for big league lead with 6th win as Brewers defeat Cardinals 6-2
Rookie Brandon Sproat started and gave up one hit and three walks over four innings while striking out five.

More frost possible tonight
Overnight lows will drop into the 30s.

The Center for Black Excellence and Culture opens its doors
The Center for Black Excellence and Culture will host workshops and programs that seek to not only educate people, but also empower them.

Milwaukee Congresswoman wants to keep funding Job Corps
President Donald Trump, in his budget for the next fiscal year, once again proposes eliminating it.

Mequon woman practices healthy habits for brain health
The lifestyle factors to benefit brain health include challenging your mind, eating healthy, managing stress, sleeping well and exercising.

'It's so important': Parents fight to preserve Delavan-Darien Dual Language Program
The Delavan-Darien School District is thinking about reducing its dual language program from grades 4K through 12th to 4K through sixth.

Wisconsin senator pushes to reinstate LGBTQ option on 988 lifeline
HHS Secretary Kennedy said he was “working on getting it up now” in April.

Moms should be happy about the dry forecast Sunday
Spring-like temperatures return for the first weekend of May.

Brewers reliever Angel Zerpa to have season-ending elbow surgery
Zerpa was placed on the 15-day injured list last week, retroactive to April 26.

'It is a big effort': What it takes to conduct emergency simulations at Mitchell Airport
The exercise simulated a collision between a plane and vehicle.

Brewers, Cardinals game postponed due to inclement weather
The game will be made up as part of a split doubleheader on July 7.

Madison police considering curfew for teens downtown
This comes after an uptick in fights and disturbances over the past few months.

World News

Two Britons self-isolating in UK after leaving hantavirus cruise ship
A British man is among three people evacuated from the ship while two other Britons are self-isolating in the UK.

What photo ID will you need to vote in the elections?
Everyone voting in person in the local elections in England on 7 May will have to show valid photo ID.

Iran considering US proposal as Trump says war will be 'over quickly'
Mediator Pakistan says it is "endeavouring to convert this ceasefire into a permanent end to this war".

How cameras are being used to tackle abuse in nurseries
With reports of abuse and deaths fuelling concern among parents, questions are growing over whether CCTV can offer real protection for children - or not.

Serving Met officer and four ex-officers investigated for handling of Al Fayed allegations
A serving officer and four former officers are being investigated over the handling of reports against the businessman.

Watch: Drone delivers first Amazon parcels in UK
The tech giant says it hopes to slowly expand the service as the demand for ultra-fast deliveries grows.

Woman covertly filmed for 'humiliating' social media content - then told to pay
Alice says the video was posted on social media and viewed about 40,000 times.

German tourist wins payout after losing sun lounger race
The man sued his tour operator for allowing people to reserve sun loungers with towels despite a hotel ban on the practice.

Shell profits rise as Iran war pushes oil prices higher
The energy giant reports profits of $6.92bn for the first three months of the year.

Ukraine is a global surrogacy hub - but that could be about to end
Ukraine is considering a law that would effectively ban foreigners from accessing surrogacy in the country.

Key bridge linking North Korea and Russia almost finished, satellite images show
The road crossing is the latest sign of the deepening relationship between Pyongyang and Moscow.

What you need to know about the 7 May elections in England, Scotland and Wales
Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

Who can I vote for in my area?
Elections are taking place across the UK. Find out whether there is one where you live and who you can vote for.

How does the BBC report polling day?
The BBC cannot report on campaigning or election issues while polls are open on Thursday 7 May.

The AI fitness instructors selling unreal gains
A BBC Sport investigation finds misleading adverts for fitness apps that use AI-generated instructors to make exaggerated claims.

The no-nonsense judge calling the shots in Musk v Altman trial
The feud has fuelled a costly showdown between two tech titans.

When Scotland qualified for the World Cup... but didn't go
Scotland waited 28 years to be part of this year's World Cup - back in 1950 they turned it down.

Driver arrested after chasing down child cyclist on footpath
A driver was arrested chasing down a boy who was riding his bike in a neighbourhood in the US city of Cheney.

'Enjoy the show. Ignore the war': Venice Biennale faces backlash after including Russia
Protests have taken place at the prestigious arts fair over the inclusion of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

How loan shark threats keep victims like me silent
A meat cleaver and samurai sword are among items seized from suspects, shown exclusively to the BBC.

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular charged over alleged alligator shooting
The looksmaxxing influencer allegedly livestreamed himself firing gunshots from an airboat at an alligator.

Watch: Passengers told virus-hit ship 'not infectious' after first death
YouTuber Ruhi Çenet was on board the ship, and filmed the announcement made on 12 April.

Israel strikes Beirut for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire
Israel says it targeted a senior Hezbollah figure in the capital, the first strike of its kind since mid-April.

Islamic State-linked women arrive home in Australia from Syria
A group of nine women and children has landed in Melbourne while another woman and her child arrived in Sydney.

Harry Potter TV series renewed for second season at HBO
Filming is scheduled for autumn later this year and will likely adapt the second book in JK Rowling's series, The Chamber of Secrets.

Traveller site construction 'in breach of law'
A council orders all work on the land, which began on bank holiday weekend, to cease immediately.

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Electioncast: It’s Time To Vote!
Adam, Laura, Chris, James and Felicity bring you one last update before the polls open.

Is Donald Trump close to finishing his war with Iran?
Or has the US president lost control?

From ego-ridden team to complete package - why PSG pose ultimate test
Luis Enrique's expertise at rebuilding a culture as well as a team means Arsenal will confront the complete package when they meet holders PSG in the Champions League final.

The AI fitness instructors selling unreal gains
A BBC Sport investigation finds misleading adverts for fitness apps that use AI-generated instructors to make exaggerated claims.

Late Bayern pressure not enough as PSG return to Champions League final
Harry Kane's injury-time equaliser earns Bayern Munich a 1-1 second leg draw at the Allianz Arena as holders PSG seal their return to the Champions League final 6-5 on aggregate, where they will meet Arsenal in Budapest.