Local Wisconsin News

Will it be a fair forecast for the Wisconsin State Fair?
We'll be seeing a chance for rain at times this weekend.

Enjoy time outdoors early Friday before storms return
A few storms may be strong Friday evening.

Stolen Pablo Picasso print turned in to Milwaukee police
The etching print “Torero” has origins dating back to 1949.

Transmission line project in Ozaukee County has to go back to the drawing board
At its meeting on Thursday, the PSC of Wisconsin unanimously agreed that the American Transmission Company needs to restart its application process.

Dustin May wins Milwaukee debut, Chourio and Sánchez homer as Brewers beat Pirates 5-2
After losing the opener, the Brewers won the final three games in the series.

Utilities on alert in Wisconsin after cyberattack on Midwestern water systems
More than 30 Minnesota municipalities were targeted.

Efforts underway to help Madison businesses and workers impacted after Corey Ruiz shooting
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway said this week that the encampment and cleanup have cost the city hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Wisconsin has at least 216 cases of cyclosporiasis
According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, most of the cases are from international travel, while 96 were acquired inside the U.S.

Spectrum offers Wi-Fi trailers, access points in Fox Valley amid storm recovery
Devices that are within a few hundred feet of the trailers can connect to the internet for free.

'The most important thing that leaders can do is listen': Democratic candidate Kelda Roys shares how she's approaching her second run for governor
In a crowded Democratic primary, State Sen. Kelda Roys is the only candidate who has run for governor before.

Wisconsin senator demands details on Iranian attack that killed, injured soldiers
Sen. Tammy Baldwin asked CENTCOM should release the findings of its investigation to the public by August 18.

NOAA updates its 2026 Hurricane Season Forecast
The new forecast now calls for 7 to 13 named storms, 2 to 6 hurricanes and 0 to 3 major hurricanes.

After Michigan, Democrats' next battleground over the party's future shifts to Wisconsin
Democrats are trying to hold onto the governor's office and flip both chambers of the Legislature to have full control for the first time since 2010.

Harrison Ks the final 8 batters he faces, the Brewers beat the Pirates 4-2
Abner Uribe retired all three batters faced in the eighth inning, and Trevor Megill earned his 20th save with a perfect ninth.

Independent Police Monitor breaks silence after Madison police confrontation
Interim Independent Police Monitor Aeiramique Glass spoke publicly after Madison police released drone footage.

Ways to get to the Wisconsin State Fair
From shuttles to recommended routes by car, here's what to know.

Spectrum celebrates broadband network expansion in Lincoln County
The company announced expansion of its services to more than 3,500 homes and businesses in previously unserved or underserved areas of Lincoln County.

Town of Delafield voters to decide on a fire department referendum in August
The goal of the referendum is to complete a staffing plan that started in 2022.

Menasha tornado recovery focus switches to longer-term
The Red Cross and the City of Menasha announced on Wednesday a move to focus support on people with residential damage.

Controversial transmission line project in Ozaukee County may have to restart application process
A controversial transmission line project in Ozaukee County may face a new hurdle.

World News

Academics call for independent inquiry into Jason Arday's Cambridge appointment
Prof Priyamvada Gopal, who is part of the group, says Cambridge should not be "marking its own homework".

Officer who led PC Harper investigation 'appalled' killers could be released early
Former Det Sup Stuart Blaik, who led the investigation into the police officer's death, has publicly shared his views on the case for the first time.

England footballer Ivan Toney charged with assault at Soho nightclub
The 30-year-old former Brentford striker is due to appear in court next month.

Arrests in Norfolk town as disorder continues for third night
The arrests follow disturbances linked to anti-immigration protests in the market town.

How a diary entry solved the murder of a missing man
A detective shares how a six-year long investigation brought answers to a family in turmoil.

Meta fined $567m in largest child safety ruling against social media giant
The ruling is in addition to $375m in fines Meta was already ordered to pay in the case, for a total of $942m.

Norway call for Infantino to resign as Mexico and Argentina back president
The Norwegian Football Federation calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to resign after he attempted to sell off stakes in the World Cup.

Divers find 162-year-old Guinness in shipwreck off the English coast
Samples from the bottle have been sent for analysis, with researchers hoping to learn more about what the stout would have tasted like.

Data breach investigation into Minnie Merriman's medical records
Minnie Merriman, from West Yorkshire, died after being found seriously injured at an industrial estate in Arbroath.

Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?

I was standing in front of my teacher when she was shot, Thai pupil says
The student says she feared never seeing her mother again after the attack killed five teachers.

First OpenAI, now Meta - why AI hacks keep happening
A flood of companies are revealing AI models gained access to the internet - with real consequences.

Could Russia be involved in German airport drone-bomb?
The BBC has seen evidence from previous cases that Russian-linked proxies not only handled drones and explosives, but also delivered them to Germany.

Weekly quiz: Ed Sheeran got in trouble with the DVLA over which make of classic car?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Girl, 11, found dead after search at Midlothian beauty spot
Emergency crews were called to Gore Water in Midlothian after the alarm was raised on Thursday afternoon.

Conservatives pledge to ban foreign nationals from social housing
They claim around 230,000 homes would become available under their plan to limit social housing entitlements.

Watch: Moment earthquake shakes hospital operating room in Japan
Security camera footage shows doctors shielding a patient on the operating table as last month's magnitude 6.8 quake shook Kumamoto General Hospital.

David Sullivan set to attend West Ham tie against advice
David Sullivan is expected to attend Saturday's EFL Cup first-round tie against Portsmouth despite being advised to stay away from home matches at the London Stadium.

Lauryn Hill and Wyclef ‘in an amazing place’ as fans hope for new Fugees album after 30 years
Hill says the band have gone through "an incredible healing process", raising the prospect of new music.

Trump again tries to limit US birthright citizenship with new executive orders
The executive orders ban birth tourism and expand the existing definition of people whose children are not eligible for US birthright citizenship.

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The Global Story: Who is to blame for the chaos on Spain’s border?
Spain faces a backlash from Europe, while Trump warns of an ‘invasion’

Which PM punched John Simpson?
Plus… what did Andy Burnham's wife say about his leadership bid?

With great power comes great responsibility
Before you go to the cinema, refresh your memory of Peter Parker's greatest challenge yet

Norway call on Infantino to resign but two countries back Fifa president
The Norwegian Football Federation calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to resign after he attempted to sell off stakes in the World Cup.

England forward Toney charged with assault
Ivan Toney, who was part of England's World Cup squad this summer, is charged with assault following an incident last December.

Assistant referee Massey-Ellis retires to take FA role
Assistant referee Sian Massey‑Ellis announces her retirement from officiating to take up a position with the Football Association.

Sullivan expected to ignore safety advice and attend West Ham game
David Sullivan is expected to attend Saturday's EFL Cup first-round tie against Portsmouth despite being advised to stay away from home matches at the London Stadium.

Atletico Madrid in talks for Tottenham captain Romero
Atletico Madrid hold talks over a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer.

Lewis-Skelly's chance to threaten Arsenal's big-name midfielders
Myles Lewis-Skelly broke into the Arsenal first team at left-back, but the teenager's preference has always been to play in midfield.