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You may need an umbrella Sunday
Parts of the state will see a chance for showers Sunday.

Bad weather bringing soggy food truck sales ahead of summer
Kyle Fritz, president of the Fox Valley Food Truck Association, said a storm of bad weather, high gas and food prices is cutting into vendor profits.

‘I have hope for the system': Milwaukee mosque president speaks out after ICE release
After 80 days in ICE custody, Salah Sarsour said being back in his home mosque praying with his friends and family is a moment he’s been waiting for.

Wisconsin egg farmers struggle with avian flu as egg production dips
The state produced about 91 million eggs in April 2026. That’s a 57% decline from April 2025, when Wisconsin produced more than 212 million eggs.

Written in stone: Sun Prairie company helped build Obama Presidential Center
The team behind it says the project will impact generations to come.

Milwaukee marks Juneteenth with 55th annual celebration
The Juneteenth Celebration started with a Juneteenth Jubilee Parade then ended with a festival filled with food, clothing, art and education.

State Supreme Court will hear appeals in congressional map lawsuits
One case argues the maps are an anti-competitive gerrymander, while the other says the maps are a partisan gerrymander.

Green Bay's Doug Gottlieb gets contract extension after improved performance in his second season
The extension takes his deal through the 2030-31 season.

Woman charged in car crash that killed 2 Marquette lacrosse players found not guilty
Amandria Brunner of West Allis was acquitted of six charges, including homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle.

At least 4 tornadoes touched down in June 17 storms
That brings the state's yearly total up to 35.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Summerfest, Greek Fest, Father's Day at the Zoo
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Wisconsin congressman says Evers is piggybacking on GOP work amid his federal funds push
Wisconsin applied for federal funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program, which was included in the so-called Big Beautiful Bill. 

Local vendors connect with the community at Summerfest
At the Shop Local Market, Summerfest gives more than 20 different vendors the opportunity to give their brand some more exposure.

Tornado totals grow in Wisconsin after Wednesday's storms
NWS teams will continue survey work into Friday.

Wisconsin continues investment into nitrogen optimization
The Nitrogen Optimization Program is funding 18 projects across the state this year.

Wisconsin DAR chapters help keep Revolutionary War history alive ahead of America’s 250th
DAR plans to attend hundreds of events to honor its mission of preserving history, providing education and showcasing its patriotism.

We're smiling big for the first weekend of Summerfest
Luckily, it'll be a great forecast for the first weekend of Summerfest.

Scooter crash severely injures Milwaukee business owner; city leaders call for change
Milwaukee business owner, Dave Wolz, is currently hospitalized with broken bones after being struck by an electric scooter rider on a sidewalk.

Bazzana’s 7th-inning homer helps lift Guardians past Brewers 4-2
David Fry and Kyle Manzardo also homered for the Guardians

World News

US-Iran talks to begin in Switzerland as Tehran says it closed Strait of Hormuz
The US disputed Iran's claim the waterway is shut, a move Tehran says was a response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon.

Leadership uncertainty 'enormously disruptive', former top civil servant warns
Speaking on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, the former Cabinet Secretary said leadership transitions are "enormously disruptive".

Nine people in critical condition among 100 injured in fatal Bedford train crash
British Transport Police says the collision, which killed a train driver, is being investigated.

Man charged after suspected anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh
Two people were injured close to a mosque and a man was later seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away.

Extreme heat warning expanded as 37C heatwave approaches UK
After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 36C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force.

King Charles to reveal personal tax bill for first time as monarch
For the first time, the annual financial report for the royals will include how much tax is paid by the monarch.

Meet the record-equalling keeper who helped Curacao make history
Curacao's Eloy Room makes a record-equalling 15 saves to help his tiny island nation to a first World Cup point against Ecuador.

Fastest World Cup to 100 goals in 68 years - are balls and breaks behind it?
The 2026 World Cup becomes the fastest edition of the tournament to hit 100 goals since 1958 - with the landmark reached in the 33rd game. But what is behind the scoring spree?

From factory floor to World Cup star - Germany's super-sub Undav
It was not long ago that his manager Julian Nagelsmann called him out openly - but Deniz Undav is proving himself a key player for Germany at the World Cup.

Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast
After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media
If we are witnessing a profound shift in the online space, how will it reshape our relationship with it? Technology and AI editor Zoe Kleinman writes.

Backstage at Gorillaz' epic, one-off stadium show: 'The vibe is ridiculous'
Damon Albarn, De La Soul and Moonchild Sannelly talk backstage as Gorillaz play their biggest show.

Tequila spritz and dot cakes - why these summer trends are having a moment
Fairy cakes, milk bread and a fresh take on a popular cocktail will be big in the coming months.

At CrimeCon true crime obsessives come face-to-face with real loss
Victims' families say there are ways to be an ethical true-crime fan - not an exploitative one.

Jeremy Clarkson in remission from prostate cancer
The presenter shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis on an episode of Clarkson's Farm earlier this week.

Three men killed following fire in west London
The men were rescued from a pavilion in White City but died shortly after, authorities said.

Colombia's escalating, brutal internal conflict is defining its presidential election
A left-wing senator who backs talks with armed gangs faces an outsider endorsed by Trump.

France bans alcohol at music festival events under red heatwave alert
Annual street parties attended by millions ordered to help “preserve” healthcare services in 40C (104F) heat.

Israeli strikes kill six people in Gaza including Al Jazeera cameraman, officials say
The Israeli military accused Ahmed Wishah of being a "Hamas sniper operative", without providing evidence.

Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.

'Starmer ready to resign' and 'King to release tax returns'
Labour's leadership struggles are the focus of Sunday's papers.

'My dog Gertie saved my life by helping to find my breast cancer'
Lesley Goodburn is hoping her story will encourage others to check for signs of the cancer.

Paddington musical set for Broadway debut
The production will launch in the US at New York's Al Hirschfeld Theatre in March 2027.

Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for help after earthquake
A Nepalese Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for their fundraising efforts.

Snake takes surprise trip to seaside in car engine
The corn snake is thought to have travelled around 17 miles from its owner's house in Bridlington.

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Burnham Wins in Makerfield - So What Happens Now?
Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, paving way for leadership challenge against Starmer.

Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president
And Trump wants to give America’s top legal job to his former personal lawyer

Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women
Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn star in this classic 2005 comedy

Meet the record-equalling keeper who helped Curacao make history
Curacao's Eloy Room makes a record-equalling 15 saves to help his tiny island nation to a first World Cup point against Ecuador.

From factory floor to World Cup star - Germany's super-sub Undav
It was not long ago that his manager Julian Nagelsmann called him out openly - but Deniz Undav is proving himself a key player for Germany at the World Cup.

Scheffler makes move but US Open is Clark's to lose
Wyndham Clark takes a six-shot lead into the final round of the US Open but will have world number one Scottie Scheffler for company on Sunday.