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‘It doesn't solve the long-term structural problems’: Why schools would still sue lawmakers had Wisconsin’s budget surplus deal not fallen apart
A political blame game continues in Madison after a $1.8 billion compromise to cut taxes and fund special education fell apart this week.

Stoughton business owners struggle amid Highway 51 construction
Businesses said it’s been hard to stay afloat with customers having difficulty accessing their stores and restaurants.

MKE Peace Week seeks to prevent violence
Brenda Cassellius, the superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, said 12 MPS students were shot and killed since last July.

How AI is helping to limit Wisconsin wildfires
Xcel Energy is utilizing nine Pano AI cameras in northeast Wisconsin.

Thunderstorm threat returns late Friday night
Some strong to severe thunderstorms may be possible.

Multiple rounds of severe weather through early next week
After a quiet couple of weeks, the weather pattern is taking a much more active turn.

Wisconsin gains nearly 16,000 residents from July 2024 to July 2025
Looking at the five years from April 1, 2020, to July 1, 2025, Wisconsin gained 78,464 residents.

Marabou stork rescued, brought to Safari Lake Geneva
The African stork was roaming around parts of Wisconsin.

El Niño status update for 2026
A strong El Niño is possible by the summer and it could have impacts on the 2026 Hurricane Season.

Preserving a patriot: Wisconsin community keeps Revolutionary War veteran’s story from fading, 250 years later
At Oak Hill Cemetery in Brookfield, Wis., you will see a grave littered with American flags. It is home to Revolutionary War veteran Nathan Hatch.

Neighbors work to buy land for preservation
They have to come up with $920,000 by Aug. 19.

Milwaukee woman launches 'Slow Moe' campaign to combat reckless driving
“Slow Moe” is a turtle character with a simple message: “Slow your roll, MKE.”

Let gardening season begin as temperatures climb
Frost will be a thing of the past as temperatures rise.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, Norwegian Heritage Festival, Luke Combs tour
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Green Bay Packers 2026 NFL season schedule is here
The Packers 2026 schedule features a home opener against Jets.

Last group of beagles from Ridglan Farms transferred to Dane County Humane Society
The milestone was reached Thursday, with the final group of 100 dogs transported to the Dane County Humane Society Barn.

Rengifo has three RBIs and Harrison pitches five shutout innings in Brewers' 7-1 win over Padres
The victory capped a 5-1 homestand for the Brewers, who swept the New York Yankees before winning two of three from San Diego.

Shawano County Farm Bureau adopts program supporting farmers
The National Rural Health Association said farmers and ranchers face a suicide rate that’s more than three times higher than other occupations.

Both sides of political aisle react to budget surplus deal failure
The bill passed with bipartisan support in the Assembly, but failed because of bipartisan opposition in the Senate.

Union Center marks one month since EF-3 tornado
It was the strongest tornado to hit Wisconsin since the Boscobel tornado of 2021, according to the National Weather Service.

World News

How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama
Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics.

Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence, hours after summit with China's Xi
The US president says he wants Beijing and Taipei to "cool down" tensions over the self-governing island.

Switzerland to open secret files on Auschwitz 'Angel of Death' Mengele
Mengele fled Europe after the war but for years there were rumours he spent time in Switzerland.

'They took £20,000 I didn't owe': Parents hit by child maintenance errors
John Hammond is one of 30 parents who told BBC Your Voice they'd experienced problems with the CMS.

Teen e-biker jailed for killing gran on zebra crossing
Billy Stokoe is detained for causing the death by dangerous driving of Gloria Stephenson.

Judge declares another mistrial in Harvey Weinstein New York rape case
It marks the third time a New York jury has considered the case against the 74-year-old disgraced film mogul.

British firm vying to build next Red Arrows jets collapses
Aeralis was hoping the UK government would award it a contract to replace the Hawk jets currently flown by the RAF.

Lebanon says six killed in Israeli strike as US announces ceasefire extension
President Trump announced the truce last month, but Israel and Hezbollah have continued to exchange fire since then.

Trump says 20-year nuclear programme suspension by Iran would be enough
The US president says Tehran has to show "real" commitment to removing nuclear fuel and stopping uranium enrichment.

Eurovision is almost here! But how much do you know about Europe's biggest pop spectacular?
Are you the ultimate Eurovision superfan? Take our quiz to find out

Eleven 'far-right agitators' banned from UK ahead of rally, government says
Saturday's rally has been organised by anti-Islam activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson.

I tried the UK's 'saltiest' sandwich - here's what I learned
Health correspondent James Gallagher absorbs more than the recommended daily limit in just one meal to find out how salt affects our bodies.

Eurovision final: Sex, violins and seven other things to look out for
A guide to the stand-out moments of Eurovision 2026, ahead of Saturday night's final in Vienna.

What is a 'safe death'? Mentally ill woman asks for assisted dying in Canada
Canada has twice delayed access to medically assisted dying for those with mental illness. Claire Brosseau says she cannot wait any longer and wants the courts to decide.

Alleged murder of Aboriginal girl highlights Australia's deep inequalities
Her death has sparked outrage across Australia and intense debate about disparities in society.

The Papers: 'Burnham will push to be next PM' and 'Dosh and Becks'
Andy Burnham entering the race to become the next prime minister is the focus of today's papers.

What Makerfield thinks of by-election - and if Burnham can win
Andy Burnham says he will look to stand in the constituency, after Labour MP Josh Simons announces his resignation.

How would a Labour leadership contest work?
How could MPs who want to see Sir Keir Starmer replaced force a leadership contest?

Teenager's family 'heartbroken' by meningitis death
The family of sixth form pupil Lewis Waters post a tribute following his death.

Beckhams become billionaires as Oasis make rich list for first time
The list is based off the paper's estimates of the minimum wealth of Britain’s 350 richest people or families.

US planning to criminally indict ex-Cuban leader Raúl Castro
Charges could come as soon as next week in a case reportedly focused on Cuba's downing of two planes in 1996.

NHS staff accessed Southport victims' records 'inappropriately', hospital trust admits
The victims affected by the data breach were not told for nearly two years.

Spring warmth set to return with 26C forecast next week
After feeling pretty cold with heavy showers and hail, the weather is picking up with a return to some spring warmth next week, as Simon King explains

Man sought by police after making antisemitic threats
The Met Police says it is was aware of a video in which the suspect threatens the Jewish community.

Palestinian leaders hold rare party meeting as polls show rising discontent
The Fatah faction elects top decision makers, but ordinary Palestinians feel the party and its leader are out of touch.

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The Week: How did Labour get here and where do they go now?
And who are the potential challengers to Keir Starmer?

Why Democrats are panicking about losing California
Has America’s largest state become ungovernable?

A cross-cultural rom-com about an assisted marriage
Her best friend's journey into marriage, challenges Zoe's own attitude toward relationships

'We crumbled' - another loss, another unwanted record for leaky Liverpool
Arne Slot says his Liverpool side "crumbled" during their thumping defeat by Aston Villa, as the pressure on him continues to mount.

McIlroy recovers as problem solvers flourish at testing US PGA
Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy drags himself back into contention as Aronimink continues to punish the world's best golfers at the US PGA Championship.

Celtic & Hearts set for titanic title duel
A remarkable Scottish Premiership campaign concludes with Hearts and Celtic going head-to-head for the title on Saturday.