Local Wisconsin News

Dane County rolls out AI assistant for non-emergency calls
The next time someone calls the Dane County non-emergency line, the call may be answered first by a virtual assistant named AVA.

Stay weather aware Tuesday afternoon and evening
A few strong storms may be possible, especially farther south.

UW proposes 4-year tuition pledge to freeze costs
It's contingent on if the state invests $190 million to support the cost of the freeze.

Wisconsin dairy farmer squeezed by high input costs, low milk prices, no labor
Abby Swan of Westfield called 988 when she was in a “very bad state.”

7 arrested, 1 officer hurt after fights break out on last day of Wisconsin State Fair
Videos circulating online showed various groups tussling and shoving, and going back and forth with officers

Badger Battleground Poll: Crowley leads Tiffany 48% to 44% statewide in first test of gubernatorial ballot
The partisan primary election wasn’t even a week ago, and there’s already a new poll out on the governor’s race in Wisconsin.

Packers' improved depth at cornerback leaves Keisean Nixon fighting to keep his starting spot
Nixon’s background suggests he won’t give up his starting spot without a fight. He had to work his way to get to this point.

Milwaukee police investigate after recovering body from water near Bay View Park
The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office is now trying to determine the circumstances leading up to the man’s death.

MMSD Committee recommends Jacobs Solutions to oversee its wastewater facilities moving forward
It comes after many have expressed concerns over its current private management company, Veolia.

Everyday Hero: Madison teen creates lasting memorial for grieving pet owners
The Rainbow Bridge memorial garden recently opened at a Madison animal hospital.

Packers' Tucker Kraft does 11-on-11 drills for first time since injury as he awaits new contract
Kraft is hopeful that he also will be celebrating a new contract before the start of the season.

EF-3 tornado left 175 buses out of commission in Menasha ahead of school year
The Lamers Bus Line Menasha Terminal was considered a total loss.

Wisconsin State Fair looks back on 175 years
Blue Moon Tavern at the Park was one of the first established stands on the fair grounds back in 1999.

Madison considers banning right turns on red in downtown area
The city is exploring whether to create a downtown zone where right turns on red would be prohibited.

How Hiring: Packer Fastener helps build careers out of nuts and bolts
The Green Bay-based company has grown a national footprint over the past three decades.

Ukrainian Festival returns to Wisconsin as war continues
Hundreds of people attended the Ukrainian Festival at Croatian Park in Franklin on Sunday to benefit those impacted by the Russia-Ukraine War.

Brewers take 3 of 4 from the Dodgers
The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 to take three of four in the matchup of division leaders.

2026 Wisconsin State Fair wraps up
Visitors flocked to the fairgrounds for one final sendoff as summer begins to wind down.

One-on-one with state Sen. Patrick Testin
Ryan Burk talks to him about issues that matter in his district and more.

Homeowners cash in on Wisconsin State Fair parking
West Allis residents who live near the Wisconsin State Fair turn the fun into profit by using their lawns as parking lots.

World News

UK 'supports Ukraine 100%', Burnham says, after Russia's drone warning
Russia accuses the UK of escalating the Ukraine war by supplying British-made drones as the prime minister vows to support Kyiv in its "hour of need".

British couple on honeymoon killed in helicopter crash on Greek island
The newlyweds, named as Alexander Cromie and Marie Ebert, were killed alongside their Greek pilot.

IVF staff accused of misleading UK parents about sperm and egg donors in northern Cyprus
Multiple children are feared to have been conceived using sperm and egg donors which were not the ones selected by the parents.

Inside secret police warehouse as Germany targets small boats gangs
German authorities seize dinghies and life jackets during their first raids under a new law that cracks down on smuggling.

Young adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing experts
Increasingly, young adults are taking anxiety medication to feel "drunk" at parties. But it's not a free lunch, experts warn.

Man charged with sharing asylum seeker addresses
The 62-year-old man is remanded in custody and will appear at Norwich Crown Court on 14 September.

Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko says family in 'profound shock and grief'
The former heavyweight boxing champion shares a child with the Heroes actress, who died on Sunday.

Heavy showers and thunderstorms bring risk of flash flooding to UK
Heavy showers are expected over the next few days, bringing a risk of flash flooding. But there are early indications heatwave conditions could return in September.

OpenAI makes ChatGPT less 'human' for teens in new safety update
OpenAI insisted this was not in response to a particular issue with children believing ChatGPT to be alive.

Officers told not to pursue car on wrong side of motorway before crash, says Ireland's police body
The Garda Representative Association said officers were given a command to "disengage" with the car after it took "evasive action".

Wetherspoons bans customers playing music from phones in pubs
The pub chain says the decision follows complaints about "other people's videos and amplified phone conversations".

Kanye West announces tour dates in Russia
The musician would be the first major Western artist to play Russia since the invasion of Ukraine.

'I'm in Barbados': The dos and don'ts of writing an out-of-office reply
As we hit peak holiday season, the BBC looks at the dos and don'ts of composing a good out-of-office message.

What's at stake as US states take Meta to court over child privacy?
US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.

Hayden Panettiere's life of struggles alongside screen success
She went from child actress to Hollywood star, but endured addiction, harassment and personal trauma.

Why is feeding deer in the Royal Parks dangerous?
From safety risks to photography tips, here is what you need to know about the deer in London's Royal Parks.

What it's like to be on a warship like the USS Abraham Lincoln
Concerns have mounted about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed since 11 December.

Kanye West announces tour dates in Russia
The musician would be the first major Western artist to play Russia since the invasion of Ukraine.

National Television Awards pick first all-female shortlist for drama acting award
The five-strong list features Ella Bruccoleri, Sheridan Smith, Ruth Jones, Vicky McClure and Judy Parfitt.

One dead and hundreds ill in UK salmonella outbreak
Most of the cases were in England in recent weeks, linked to eating imported eggs, experts believe.

Saudi-hosted Esports Nations Cup delayed to 2027 as Iran conflict continues
Organisers say postponing the contest will allow them to lay on the event fans deserve.

Job vacancies at five-year low as smaller firms scale back recruitment
Small firms cite labour and operating costs as reasons for scaling back hiring, the UK's statistics body says.

AI to help planes avoid climate-warming vapour trails
A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

Man who rates benches on Instagram finally finds his 10/10
Rate This Bench founder Sam Wilmot says his favourite bench is in a South Gloucestershire churchyard.

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Trump Threatens To Bomb "The S*** Out Of" Oman
Trump threatens US allies South Korea and Oman.

Is Iran really trying to kill Trump?
How developed is the Tehran regime’s assassination operation abroad?

Why Fernandez uncertainty has echoes of Isak saga
Enzo Fernandez's possible Manchester City move is following the pattern of Alexander Isak's transfer last summer - and creating headaches for Chelsea.

Newcastle complete £30m move for Benfica's Dedic
Newcastle United sign defender Amar Dedic from Benfica for around £30m.

What's going on at Cadillac and Haas? F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the season resumes with the Dutch Grand Prix.

Guardiola-Walker fallout revealed in new documentary
A new documentary series about Pep Guardiola's final two seasons at Manchester City reveals the bust-up he had with former captain Kyle Walker.

Premier League to publish verdicts on referee and VAR decisions
The Premier League will publish the judgements of its Key Match Incidents Panel for the first time this season.