Local Wisconsin News

Police break up fights at Goodman Pool on opening day
They ended up having to use a form of pepper spray to break the fights up.

'Wisconsin can do better': Lawmakers & advocates call for an end to gun violence
Wisconsin DHS data shows 311 minors under the age of 17 died from firearms between 2014 and 2023.

State Supreme Court denies review for man's conviction for killing his parents
Halderson filed a petition with justices to take the case, after a state Court of Appeals upheld a jury’s guilty verdicts.

Rain and storms wrap up late Wednesday
Sunshine gradually returns on Thursday.

Several questions remain as Packers wrap up OTAs
This week’s Organized Team Activities for rookies are the last formal Packers function until training camp.

Tips for pet owners during fireworks season
Dr. Kicker recommends covering the dog's safe haven with a blanket or using a crate and playing some music.

Kenosha County school district begins cuts after failed referendum
The Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District in Kenosha County is highlighting the financial challenges facing many school districts.

Two months later, spring flooding cleanup still ongoing
A Freedom-based business is among those helping flood and tornado victims get their homes and businesses back in order.

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

DeForest votes to add fluoride back to drinking water
Many communities across the country add fluoride to their water to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities.

Mitchell, Turang hit homers to pace Milwaukee past Cleveland 2-1
Brice Turang snapped a scoreless tie in the fourth with his 11th homer, a two-out solo shot off Slade Cecconi for a 1-0 Milwaukee lead.

Summerfest creates economic boost for Milwaukee businesses
A Summerfest spokesperson said 72% of tickets sold for Garth Brooks comes from outside of Milwaukee County and 48% is from outside of Wisconsin.

New program seeks to keep Milwaukee's youth safe and engaged over Summer break
$1.5 million is being invested to create a network of places across the city where kids can spend their summer evenings.

HHS Sec. Kennedy announces new office to help transition away from animal testing
This comes on the day Ridglan Farms announced all its dogs will be sold or donated by the end of August.

Evers celebrates record-breaking tourism year at bike shop, beach house in West Bend
The annual report, released earlier this month, showed the state generated $27 billion in economic impact.

'Freedom is not finished': Legislative Black Caucus celebrates Juneteenth
As caucus leaders celebrate the Juneteenth holiday, they say the fight for freedom and equality is ongoing.

Flood recovery still ongoing in Shiocton two months later
Police Chief Sara Knapp says at the community level — and the individual homeowner level — recovery from the flooding is ongoing.

Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with Guardians
Pratt has reached the major leagues 2 ½ months after the Milwaukee Brewers signed the shortstop prospect to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract.

Former Trump attorneys, aides plead not guilty to Wisconsin fake elector felony charges
The Wisconsin fake electors case is moving forward even as others in the battleground states of Michigan and Georgia have faltered.

Baby zebra at Milwaukee County Zoo dies
Zoo officials said that Mistari, who was born in April, was “humanely euthanized” after suffering from a severe leg injury.

World News

What's in the US-Iran agreement that's now in effect
The 14-paragraph memo includes an end to fighting, an agreement that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon, and a $300bn redevelopment package for Iran.

Iran sends tankers loaded with oil past US military blockade
Three Iranian tankers loaded with crude oil have passed the US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, ship-tracking data shows.

Cervical cancer deaths in England fall to zero in young women given vaccine
A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008.

Interest rates expected to be held by Bank of England
The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.

ChatGPT can be made to generate sexualised and violent images, researchers find
But researchers say its still possible to trick the AI chatbot into producing graphic content.

Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.

The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC.

BBC announces 550 job cuts as first part of £500m savings plan
In an email to staff, the corporation laid out proposals for the initial 200 job losses in the news division.

Passport 'mega queue' strands Ryanair passengers in Greece
A flight from Athens to Luton leaves without "angry" passengers who are stuck at passport control.

UN human rights experts demand release of British couple jailed in Iran
They said proceedings against Lindsay and Craig Foreman had been marked by grave irregularities.

I knew stuttered run-up might get keeper off line - Kane
Harry Kane was able to give England the lead against Croatia from the penalty spot - but only thanks to the video assistant referee.

Taller, faster, older: How top footballers' bodies have changed over 50 years
More intense match play and advances in medicine and sports science have transformed the physiology of elite players, experts say.

Cape Verde goalkeeper set to be reunited with his mum
Vozinha's mum has been granted a visa to travel to the US ahead of Cape Verde's next game against Uruguay.

Prince and Princess of Wales join Royal Ascot racegoers
About 290,000 people are expected to attend this week.

Toy Story 5 splits critics, but most praise its 'cautionary' message about tech
The fifth instalment of the animated franchise sees Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and Joan Cusack return.

US-Iran deal leaves core sticking points unresolved - and a $300bn question
Trump has insisted the deal ensures that Iran will never buy, develop or produce a nuclear weapon. But text of the agreement falls short of that.

Status quo at Jerusalem's holiest site under threat as Israeli nationalists flout rules
Israeli nationalists are increasingly flouting a convention on how faiths share the al-Aqsa mosque compound.

'It's easy to romanticise toxicity' says star of film about step-siblings' relationship
The stars of Your Fault: London discuss their film's BookTok fandoms, online fame and toxic relationships.

Bystanders smash windows of private jet to rescue passengers after crash
One of the six people on board died in the Texas crash, a local official said. The five survivors were taken to hospital and are in a stable condition.

AI will create more jobs for humans, not replace them, Amazon founder Bezos says
The Amazon founder, who now has robotics and space travel companies, thinks AI will create a labour shortage.

Ex-health worker tried to sell Catherine's medical records
The individual tried to access the princess' records while she was having abdominal surgery.

MI5 boss declares himself a Slow Horses fan
Sir Ken McCallum says he is a fan of the show that has been described as the anti-James Bond.

Olympic medallist Jenny Simpson collapses at mile event
Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson receiving treatment in hospital following a "medical incident" at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Serial killer who murdered eight women in US imprisoned for life
In fiery exchange, judge sentenced him to three life sentences plus 25 years to life on four other charges, all running consecutively.

Ex-Nigeria oil minister cleared in UK bribery trial
Diezani Alison-Madueke had been accused of receiving bribes from oil tycoons but was found not guilty by a jury at Southwark Crown Court.

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How Will The Social Media Ban Change Children’s Lives?
Education secretary joins Newscast to discuss social media ban for under-16s.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?
Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history

Southgate confronts the crisis facing boys and young men across Britain
Gareth Southgate confronts the crisis facing boys and young men across Britain.

Inside the OnlyFans machine
Amber Haque reveals how OnlyFans models suffer widespread exploitation by their managers.

'Chip on shoulder' may help Bellingham to best form
Jude Bellingham says the external "noise" around his place in the England team may help him find his best form during the World Cup.

'Scared to take him off' - Ronaldo struggles after fellow superstars sparkle
Three superstars delivered for their countries at the World Cup on Tuesday. But Cristiano Ronaldo could not follow suit on Wednesday as Portugal were held to a surprise draw by DR Congo.