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Kenosha community outraged over anti-immigration posters
Darryl Morin, the national president of Forward Latino, said the images displayed are a fear tactic.

Police, doctors push for gun safety amid rising thefts
The latest numbers out of Milwaukee reveal 1,228 guns were stolen from cars in 2022.

Summer-like forecast for the first weekend of June
Highs for most will get into the 80s.

Calm before the storm
Most of Thursday will be quiet and warm.

Roads near Summerfest grounds still under construction as festival season arrives
The City of Milwaukee confirmed a major construction project would be complete before Summerfest.

Community push keeps Goodman buses rolling
Bus service connecting Lowell and Emerson elementary schools to Goodman Center programs will continue next school year.

'We have a pretty strong nine-month rule': Packers' Micah Parsons talks about return
If Parsons starts the season on the Physically Unable to Perform List, he would have to miss at least the first four games of the regular season.

'We are not giving up on the rest of the dogs': Dozens more dogs released from Ridglan Farms
Wednesday's release comes more than one month after 1,500 dogs were taken out of Ridglan.

Sobriety shift: How Gen Z is redefining America's drinking culture
New research shows a growing cultural shift in the social landscape when it comes to how people think about drinking.

Shawano County explores limiting data center zoning in some areas
The full county board is scheduled to take up the recommendation on June 24.

Poll: President Trump’s approval is 10 points lower now than start of second term
People aren’t happy with his handling of their top issue – inflation and the cost of living.

Federal judge pauses sentencing to weigh argument in Wisconsin judge's immigration case conviction
U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman postponed the proceedings indefinitely to instead hear arguments about whether to overturn her conviction.

Everyday Hero: Teen beats cancer, then lands surprise boat of his dreams
At age 7, James was diagnosed with T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma after what began as a constant cough.

Places offering free summer meals for kids in Wisconsin
At least one in six children face hunger in Wisconsin, a total of 202,6000, according to Feeding America.

30-year-old climber dies at Devil’s Lake State Park
Audrie Pelosi was a local climbing guide originally from Duluth, Minn. Tributes have already begun pouring in for the "Baraboo Celebrity."

Group fights for future of UW-Platteville Baraboo campus
The campus shut down on May 22.

Kyle Harrison strikes out 12, Jake Bauers homers as surging Brewers top slumping Giants 8-3
Harrison allowed one run over 5 2/3 innings, improving to 6-0 in his last seven starts.

From floods to seeds: Wisconsin spring planting ahead of 5-year average pace
Fields near Shiocton once covered by feet of flood water are now planted.

From new superintendent to referendum, Manitowoc School District's had some major changes
Lee Thennes was appointed superintendent in April 2025 and is already facing some major challenges, including budget cuts and declining enrollment.

We the People: Celebrating 250 years of independence through Milwaukee's immigrant narratives
The exhibit showcases the real people who came from all over the world for a better life.

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Starmer accuses Musk of trying to whip up division over Henry Nowak murder
X owner Musk has posted several times on the site criticising the police treatment of Henry Nowak.

Inquest to examine if police response contributed to Henry Nowak death
A full inquest into Henry Nowak's death is scheduled for September 2027 in Winchester.

Israel and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks
The countries reject "any attempt, by any state or non-state actor, to hold Lebanon's future hostage", the US says.

'Nothing left to chance' for Bayeux Tapestry's journey to London
The 950-year-old work will be as safe "as a baby" during its move to London, French officials say.

Oscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56
The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.

Harry and Meghan celebrate Lilibet's fifth birthday
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share a picture of their daughter Lilibet, calling her "our dream girl".

Exams watchdog warns of rise in high-tech cheating
Ofqual chief says invigilators are being trained to detect devices like smart glasses and hidden earpieces.

Bondi Beach shooting hero charged with domestic assault
Ahmed al Ahmed disarmed one of the alleged shooters during the deadly attack at a Jewish event.

Missing Mandelson messages from minister Darren Jones revealed
Messages were expected to appear in the batch of Mandelson files, published earlier this week, but did not.

New NHS drug offers ovarian cancer patients more time and better quality of life
Women taking the drug, which is kinder on the body, tell the BBC it has given them their lives back.

Israeli strikes kill 11 people in Gaza City, medics say
Women and children were among those killed when Israeli aircraft struck at least four residential buildings in several areas.

Teenager given life sentence for knife murder while on bail for slashing
The 17-year-old will serve a minimum of 17 years for killing John McNab, 22, in an unprovoked attack in Leith last year.

Black Hawks and robodogs - how one Mexican city is preparing for the World Cup
BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

What a hair loss breakthrough could mean for women like me
As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women.

Our estate was labelled a war zone after the riot - but the reality is very different
People from Mayhill and Townhill say perceptions of their estate are very different to the reality.

I left a children's home – and was embraced by love
How a new scheme for young people leaving care is tackling what was once a cliff-edge for this vulnerable group.

'My daughter didn't know her own name': Scooter crash in India left student with brain injuries
Dad Nic North said it was "absolutely idiotic" that his daughter Olivia wasn't wearing a helmet.

NHS staff should be banned from wearing pro-Palestinian badges, report recommends
The recommendation is one of several from Lord Mann, whose review examined antisemitism within the organisation.

Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iran
The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.

Avoid 'reactive' police reforms after Nowak murder, senior black officer warns
The head of the National Black Police Association says proposed changes to racism guidance are "not well thought-out".

Sherpa guide missing for six days found crawling to Everest base camp
Cleaners found Dawa Sherpa crawling towards Base Camp six days after he went missing at a higher altitude.

'Apocalyptic' Tata Steel fire sees 'substantial' damage to production line
Residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed as crews battle the fire in Port Talbot.

Bob Harris to step down from Radio 2 after 56 years on air
The broadcaster, who is being treated for cancer, called it "the hardest decision" he'd ever made.

Falling pupil numbers should lead to smaller class sizes, says union
The union argues that instead of cutting teacher recruitment, the government should use falling pupil numbers to make class sizes smaller.

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By-Electioncast: Chris Reports Back From Makerfield
What's happening on the ground in the Makerfield by-election campaign?

Does the US need new laws to protect elections?
And, why does Donald Trump want to “nationalise” elections?

The story of how England's 'Golden Generation' unravelled
Why did the England football team not fulfil their potential at the 2006 World Cup?

The devastating reality of life with endometriosis
Emma Barnett exposes the devastating reality of endometriosis and its toll on women.

Man City consider legal action over Real candidate's promise to sign Haaland
After a candidate in Real Madrid's presidential election unveils an Erling Haaland shirt on live TV, Manchester City dismiss the suggestion their striker will move to Spain.

Ukraine-Russia tension hangs over French Open semi-finals
Russia's war in Ukraine will provide an unavoidable backdrop to the French Open women's semi-finals - and possibly the final.

Trump says Eiffel Tower-like UFC structure may stay on White House lawn
President Donald Trump says he may choose to leave a purpose-built UFC arena standing at the White House because it is "attractive to a lot of people".