Local Wisconsin News

New EMS district deploys to cover 7 rural communities, aims to reduce response times
The Sugar River EMS District will serve nearly 10,000 people who live in southern Dane County and northern Green County.

NWS confirms at least 10 tornadoes touched down in storms this week
NWS said there was one on Monday, eight on Tuesday and one on Wednesday.

Brewers finding unusual ways to manufacture runs while key hitters are injured
Milwaukee has scored three runs or less in six of its last eight games.

Packers' lack of a first-round pick will test GM Gutekunst's ability later in draft
Green Bay sent its 2026 and 2027 first-round picks to the Cowboys last August as part of the package to acquire All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons.

Torrential rain impacts tenants of sued Milwaukee landlord
Ishon Arnold and Samantha Gamble say the rain is leaking through their collapsed roof.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, Milwaukee Film Festival, Midwest Horse Fair
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Milwaukee leaders provide update on flood cleanup efforts
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, along with some city department heads, gathered Thursday afternoon to provide an update on cleanup efforts.

Brewers capitalize on three straight bunts to score go-ahead run in 2-1 win over Blue Jays
Garrett Mitchell scored the go-ahead run as the Milwaukee Brewers bunted three straight times in the seventh inning.

No action taken yet on special session to ban partisan gerrymandering
Despite lawmakers being at the State Capitol Thursday, both chambers of the Legislature remained empty.

Marquette University sees significant flooding after Wednesday night
Carpenter Tower temporarily lost power and an emergency backup generator is operating at the building.

New London battles flooding as water levels could be historic by weekend
For three days city crews, residents and volunteers have been working against the Wolf and Embarrass rivers in New London.

First Lady supports Wisconsin congresswoman’s foster care legislation
Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wis., said it’s a fulfillment of her own destiny to look out for foster youth.

PHOTOS: Floodwaters inundate Wisconsin streets, buildings after multiple rounds of severe weather
Many have found themselves trapped inside cars and several roadways have been closed.

Here's an estimate of how much it's rained so far in Wisconsin since Monday
Wisconsin has also surpassed its record for the amount of severe weather warnings that have been issued in April.

Man killed by lightning in Waukesha
Police said the man, who was in his 40s, was believed to have been struck when he was walking through a parking lot during last night’s storms.

NOAA explains how technology plays a major role in forecasting tornadoes
The President of Wisconsin Emergency Management talks about how they stay on top of active weather days to keep residents safe.

Kenosha begins rollout of metal detectors in its public high schools
Bradford High School became the first of the district’s six high schools to implement walk-through scanners and handheld wands.

Senator concerned about slow mail delivery in Wisconsin
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., is asking Postmaster General David Steiner for answers.

Brewers snap 6-game skid by beating Blue Jays 2-1 with bizarre rally in 8th
William Contreras hit the only ball out of the infield during a two-run rally in the eighth inning.

Thursday begins will rain and dense fog
Rain clears by midday bringing some much needed afternoon sun.

World News

Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.

Kensington Gardens shut as police 'assess discarded items'
It comes after a video is shared in which a group claims to have targeted the nearby Embassy of Israel.

Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66
The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.

UK petrol and diesel prices fall after weeks of rises
Drivers have seen weeks of increases as the US-Israeli war with Iran pushed up wholesale oil prices.

Avengers reassemble and Ariana meets the Fockers - Hollywood studios preview new movies
Some of the most hotly anticipated new films of the next couple of years are previewed at CinemaCon.

Lamborghini among 160,000 cars seized as uninsured driving reaches 17-year high
Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.

Harry and Meghan meet Bondi shooting survivors
On the fourth day of their Australian visit, the royal couple pay tribute to the 15 people killed in the Bondi shooting.

Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cyber-security weaknesses.

Three charged with arson on Persian media offices
Two teenagers and a 21-year-old man are due in court charged with arson with intent to endanger life.

What it's really like to try to make it to F1
BBC Sport explores the financial reality of two drivers with experience of trying to climb the motorsport ladder to reach Formula 1.

BBC in Iran: 'Tehran does not think it has lost this war'
Lyse Doucet says Iranians want a solution to the long-running animosity with the US, but leaders is not willing to make a deal on Washington's terms.

What we know about the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
A 10-day truce between the two countries is now in effect, with Iran-backed Hezbollah voicing support, as negotiations continue between the US and Iran.

Trump's Lebanon ceasefire takes Israel by surprise
Few Israelis see this truce as a way out of the conflict with Hezbollah, the BBC's Lucy Williamson writes.

Iranian footballers say Australia has given them 'hope' for safe future
The duo had sought aslyum after their football team did not sing the national anthem during a match.

Can Oli Sykes still scream? Bring Me The Horizon re-recording debut 2006 album
The band is revisiting debut deathcore album Count Your Blessings to mark its 20th anniversary.

What is Developed Vetting security clearance at centre of Mandelson row?
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.

The girl from Barry who grew up to be world class
Sophie Ingle is poised for another landmark in a stellar career as Wales go to Albania in Women's World Cup qualifying.

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'
The US actress will star opposite Richard E Grant in a new production of Noel Coward's comedy Hay Fever.

Weekly quiz: What did Trump say about the Pope?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Family 'skimped to get by' during toddler's cancer treatment
There is a bespoke fund to cover travel costs for families of children undergoing cancer treatment - but it only applies in England.

Is the UK finally waking up to the power of video games?
The UK's biggest video games awards cap off a week of big announcements, but will they change anything?

Rising value of Pokémon cards sparks smash and grab crime spree
Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.

Peacock terrorises 92-year-old farmer's chickens
The peacock initially got along with the chickens before running riot on the farm, the farmer says.

Mental health support to be offered to people with diabetes in UK first
People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says.

Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl
The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.

Woman arrested over death of girl found in pond
South Yorkshire Police say a woman in her 30s has been arrested following Nyla May Bradshaw's death.

Dog walker beaten with hockey stick by top horse trainer says his jail term is too soft
Martin Dandridge, 72, had his arm broken in the attack, leaving him with “ongoing pain” in his forearm.

Chinese carmaker patents voice-controlled 'in-vehicle toilet'
Seres' plans show how stiff competition in the EV space is putting pressure on carmakers to innovate.

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Mandelson Failed Security Vetting…Who Knew What, When?
Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says

Has Trump given up on the midterms?
The president is losing public support over the Iran war.

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest
Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.