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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.

100-foot mural honoring Bob Uecker begins in downtown Milwaukee
The mural will depict Uecker in his renowned role as play-by-play announcer for the Milwaukee Brewers, which he held for 54 seasons.

Dry and warm days are followed by rainy nights
The next few days provide a hint of summer, while rain and storms are possible at night.

Much of state in 'critical fire danger' level, DNR says
The DNR said it expects conditions to remain “critical” until the evening of Saturday, May 16.

FBI allegedly visits home of Milwaukee elections director
It wasn't immediately clear what the alleged visit was about.

Wisconsin ranks first in nation for spring Drug Take Back Day
More than 57,000 pounds of unwanted medications were collected.

What to know about the 2026 Atlantic hurricane names
There is one new name on the list this year.

‘Women can take up space’: Lioness Academy throws a punch of confidence to young female boxers
The completely free-of-charge program for girls aged 6 to 17 focuses on building up confidence in the younger generation.

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski leaves with cramping again after another dominating performance
Misiorowski came out for the eighth inning Wednesday but left with a cramp in his right quadriceps after throwing one warmup pitch.

Second Common Ground whistleblower speaks publicly about MMSD mismanagement claims
A second former employee is going public against the private company that runs Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s wastewater treatment system.

‘I would like for him to still be here’: Two fallen officers from Wisconsin honored in Washington, D.C.
Kendall Corder from Milwaukee and Joshua LaForge from Racine were among the 363 officers named during the annual candlelight vigil.

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

Budget surplus bill fails in a Wednesday late-night legislative vote
After being approved with bipartisan support in the State Assembly, the bill failed to pass the Senate.

'It's really just being there for them': Ridglan beagles up for adoption in Milwaukee
The Wisconsin Humane Society is deciding whether dogs are ready on a case-by-case basis after medical and behavioral evaluations.

Rock County sees third data center proposal request
Multiple simultaneous proposals signal Rock County is becoming a focal point for large-scale digital infrastructure expansion.

E-bikes, scooter dealers see demand rise amid gas price surge
E-bikes and scooters are becoming increasingly popular as people look for ways to save money on gas, retailers say.

Scholar Athlete: Mariah Wondra
While running helps to clear her head, it also gives Mariah Wondra a sense of accomplishment.

How to get to Summerfest via public transit, shuttles
From shuttles to bus routes, here are all the ways you can get to the Big Gig this year.

Soaring success: Western Lakes Fire elevates emergency response with drone program expansion
Within the first few weeks of getting the new drones, the department successfully located a missing person with the technology.

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Watch: The day Labour's potential leadership race began to heat up
Political turmoil continued in Westminster on Thursday after Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned Starmer's government saying he had "lost confidence" in his leadership.

Key excerpts from Streeting's resignation letter as he quits as health secretary
He quits as health secretary after days of speculation that he is preparing to launch a leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer.

At a glance: Starmer fights to stay on as prime minister
The prime minister is fighting to stay on in No 10 as heavy election losses trigger a Labour revolt.

UK economy sees surprising growth - these six charts explain what is going on
The BBC's Faisal Islam explains why the economy is showing more resilience than many expected, despite the war in Iran.

'Floating armoury' ship reportedly seized by Iran
A vessel said to be a “floating armoury” in the Gulf of Oman has been seized by Iranian military personnel, according to reports.

Warning of record global temperatures as chance of very strong El Niño grows
As El Niño develops this year, scientists are increasingly confident it could be one of the strongest on record with global consequences, as Simon King explains.

Italians praise Catherine as they turn out for final day of trip
The Princess of Wales shone in front of large crowds in Reggio Emilia on the final day of her tour.

Flattery and fanfare as Trump welcomed to China - but thorny issues remain
The leaders of the world's two superpowers were all smiles for the cameras during the US president's visit to Beijing.

One dead and two ill after meningitis cases
Agencies said the risk to pupils and the wider public following the cases of meningitis remains low.

Zack Polanski did not vote in local elections, Green Party says
The Green Party leader previously told Hackney mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett "you have my vote".

I was sexually assaulted by an imam. He told me he had supernatural powers
Abdul Halim Khan would tell young girls they needed "curing" from "bad spirits". The BBC has spoken to two of his victims about their experiences.

BBC on the ground during march through Jerusalem's Old City
Tens of thousands of Israeli celebrants have marched through the area captured by Israel in the 1967 Arab-Israeli war.

I nearly died after buying skinny jab from friend of friend
A woman is warning others of the dangers of unregulated jabs after one dose of a black market pen.

Troops, cheering children and Temple of Heaven tour - day one of Trump's China visit
China welcomed US President Donald Trump with cheering children and a troop parade on Thursday, before a nearly two-hour long meeting with Xi-Jinping.

'It's bigger, bolder, bonkier!': Behind the scenes on Rivals season two
Stars including Danny Dyer, Aidan Turner and David Tennant share secrets on the set of the hit show.

King visits victims of Golders Green stabbings
King Charles III visited a Jewish Care charity centre as well as meeting the wider community affected.

Farage says £5m gift a reward for Brexit campaigning
The Reform UK leader, who is facing a Commons standards probe, said he "cannot be bought by anybody".

Watch: BBC at Kyiv block of flats hit by Russian drone strike
Russia launched one of the biggest air strikes on Kyiv since the start of the war with several apartment blocks hit.

Black-cab rapist John Worboys denied parole for second time
The serial rapist "continues to represent a high risk of committing further serious sexual offences", a parole board says.

Play-off final may be delayed by Spygate hearing
The Championship play-off final may not go ahead on Saturday 23 May as the EFL investigates the Spygate scandal surrounding finalists Southampton.

Original Coronation Street cast member dies aged 89
Alan Rothwell was best known for playing David Barlow in the original cast of Coronation Street.

Honda makes its first annual loss in 70 years
The firm will now pivot away from scrapping its target for all of its vehicles to be electric by 2040.

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Andy Burnham makes his move
Andy Burnham targets Westminster return & Wes Streeting resigns

Does Trump need China to end the war in Iran?
What you need to know about Donald Trump vs President Xi

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

Why golf is losing its swing as cycling gains momentum
Mark Hodkinson investigates why golf is declining while cycling thrives.

A Bafta-winning story of music and resistance in Auschwitz
It was hell. But music gave prisoners at Auschwitz a lifeline - and even a way to resist.

Man City beat rivals Man Utd 2-1 to win FA Youth Cup
Reigan Heskey smashes home a late winner as Manchester City beat Manchester United to win the FA Youth Cup.

Play-off final may be delayed by Spygate hearing
The Championship play-off final may not go ahead on Saturday 23 May as the EFL investigates the Spygate scandal surrounding finalists Southampton.

Kerr to leave Chelsea at end of season
Chelsea's all-time top scorer in the WSL, Sam Kerr, will leave the club when her contract expires this summer.

How controversial VAR calls have defined two title battles
England and Scotland have experienced two highly controversial VAR decisions in a matter of days which could help to decide who ends the season as champions.