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How to keep the air inside your home clean during wildfires
Tiny particles in the air can cause a range of short-term and chronic health issues, experts say.

3 women's world records set at the annual Lumberjack World Championships in Wisconsin
Meredith Ingbretson set a world record in the Women's Boom Run, sprinting across the water and back over eight red cedar logs in 13.78 seconds.

Organization launches food pantry delivery on bikes
With prices on the rise, community organizations are getting creative with food deliveries to those in need. 

Handling EAA AirVenture’s other air traffic
Appleton Flight Center sees an annual spike in traffic when EAA’s AirVenture flies into town.

Severe weather causes struggles for Green Bay’s largest farmers market
The Farmers Market on Broadway is supposed to happen every Wednesday, but heavy rains have forced cancellations for most of the summer season.

Now Hiring: Outpost Natural Foods recruiting new employees
Outpost Natural Foods has dozens of positions open at its four grocery store locations in the greater-Milwaukee area.

Manic Monday with heat, smoke, and severe weather
Air quality remains unhealthy, while severe storms threaten later Monday.

Contreras' 3-run homer in the bottom of the 9th gives Brewers 3-1 win over Marlins
Fairbanks was trying to protect a one-run lead, and instead ended up with his third blown save that extended Miami’s losing streak.

'Allow me to reintroduce myself': David Crowley re-launches campaign for governor
Crowley is back in the race touting a full endorsement from Gov. Tony Evers.

Soccer fans withstand wildfire smoke to watch World Cup final
Wisconsin’s unhealthy air quality did not stop loyal soccer fans from watching the FIFA World Cup Championship.

'It stopped us': Pilots contend with wildfire smoke delays ahead of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Wildfire smoke reduced visibility to less than 3 miles, which prevented many pilots from being able to land on the AirVenture grounds.

U.S. announces another troop death as Israel warns Tehran's attacks are coming close
The U.S. military said the service member was killed in Iraq on Saturday during the “controlled detonation” of a downed Iranian drone.

EAA AirVenture makes final preparation for aviation celebration
EAA’s AirVenture week brings in more than 10,000 aircraft from around the world.

Shoppers turn to produce at farmers' markets amid cyclosporiasis outbreak
There have been 61 cyclosporiasis cases confirmed between May 1st and Wednesday of this week in Wisconsin.

In Focus: Wisconsin Policy Forum discusses research into childcare costs in the state
With no permanent funding plan in place, the Wisconsin Early Childhood Association expects more than 3/4 of providers to raise tuition.

In Focus: State Sen. Dan Feyen talks childcare affordability issues
Exploring the impact on providers and parents as a key revenue stream comes to a close.

In Focus: State Sen. LaTonya Johnson discusses childcare funding challenges
This week on In Focus, we look at the so-called “childcare cliff” in Wisconsin.

In Focus: 'Childcare cliff' impacts Wisconsin providers, parents
This week on In Focus, we look at the so-called “childcare cliff” in Wisconsin.

U.S. military launches airstrikes to punish Iran for deaths of U.S. troops
The two U.S. troop deaths announced Saturday were the first caused by direct Iranian fire since the war's early days.

Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota pushes farther into the U.S. and engulfs DC in haze
Air quality warnings are expected to remain in effect at least through Saturday in parts of the U.S.

World News

Who's in the cabinet?
An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Faisal Islam: The new PM has big ideas - but what will they cost?
Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time

Burnham promises help with your money. How could it affect you?
The new PM says he will look at how much people can earn before paying tax but admitted changing it would be difficult.

John Healey becomes chancellor weeks after shock resignation from defence job
The former defence secretary is seen as a safe pair of hands - and is now in charge of the government's finances.

Key takeaways as Andy Burnham becomes PM
The new Labour leader has formally taken office and set out his priorities for power in No 10.

Man, 28, charged with murder of Ann Widdecombe
Joshua Kerry from Rotherham will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.

Kevin Keegan, Liverpool footballer who managed England and Newcastle United, dies aged 75
The former England captain and manager revealed seven weeks ago that he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer.

Ofcom launches investigation into Married at First Sight UK
In May, BBC Panorama revealed rape allegations from two women on the show, which the men involved deny.

Lamine Yamal celebrates World Cup win with little brother who charmed fans
The three-year-old brother of Yamal has been hailed one of Spain's World Cup breakout stars by fans

Canadian wildfires rage as Trump warns Carney again over 'poisoning' US air
The US president raised the issue with the the Canadian prime minister while the pair attended the World Cup Final in New Jersey.

Prisons minister Lord Timpson quits government
The businessman said it was an "honour" to serve in the post, but the BBC understands he feels he has achieved all he can in the role.

Rare identical quadruplets born in Australia
The parents of the four naturally-conceived girls were taken by "immense surprise" with the pregnancy, the hospital said.

Kevin Keegan: From superstar footballer to elite manager
Keegan, who has died aged 75, was one of football's most charismatic and influential figures in a career of many chapters.

Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check
Thousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says.

Will the Tate brothers be extradited from the US to the UK?
Andrew and Tristan Tate are set to face extradition proceedings in the US as British prosecutors issued 38 new charges against the brothers.

The small seaside town winning big from TV tourism
Hope Street has drawn tourists from around the world to Donaghadee in Northern Ireland - and its locals are also enjoying being part of the show.

Why David Beckham was the face of the World Cup
After arriving in Los Angeles 19 years ago promising to grow the game, David Beckham is still helping sell football to America.

My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did
Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers.

‘Everyone's afraid to die’: Struggle to recruit soldiers in Ukraine turns violent
Aggression against recruitment officers has become increasingly threatening, police say.

Best goal, best player, best fans - BBC reporters' World Cup awards
BBC Sport reporters pick their best moments of the tournament - and you can vote for yours.

Uefa president boycotts World Cup final in protest against Fifa
Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin did not attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in protest against Fifa.

Could Infantino really push through a 64-team World Cup?
If we have learned one thing from Gianni Infantino's Fifa tenure, it is that more is better. That could mean 64 teams at the World Cup.

South East Water hosepipe ban to affect 2.4 million people
South East Water says customers in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire will face a ban.

Yemen's Houthis announce 'maritime embargo' on Saudi Arabia
The Houthis say the embargo begins immediately and is a response to a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Yemen.

Broadcaster and journalist Edward Stourton dies aged 68
Stourton hosted Radio 4's Today programme for a decade and was a founding member of Channel 4 News.

Trump says US strikes hit Iran in 'honour' of American soldiers killed
Iran responded with attacks in Syria and Jordan, as two ships reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz.

Police block thousands of 'cockroach' protesters marching on India's parliament
Some protesters demanding education reforms said they were injured in clashes with police who banned the march.

Ten killed as Russian attacks on merchant ships in Black Sea intensify
Russian strikes on the Odesa region have killed 28 people in July alone, local authorities say.

Fire crews to remain at Arthur's Seat for days after blaze
A huge plume of smoke could be seen from as far away as Fife on Sunday evening.

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Andy Burnham: Who is the new PM?
From Manchester mayor to prime minister; who is he and what does stand for?

What No 10 Will Really Be Like For Andy Burnham
Former insiders explain ahead of moving in day.