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Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo had an open bottle of alcohol in his car when arrested, police say
Romo performed poorly on field sobriety tests and was taken into custody, booked and released.

Ways to help people impacted by the tornado in the Fox Valley
From donations to volunteering, many organizations are stepping up to help.

Packers eager to extend Tucker Kraft's deal soon. And the feeling is mutual
Kraft is on the physically-unable-to-perform list after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.

Mile of Music donating to tornado victims
It's producing a special “Mile of Love” tornado relief concert with 100% of the dollars supporting the cause.

Rain to start the weekend with cooler air
Rain exits early Saturday leaving dry weather for the rest of the weekend.

Hot & muggy air returns for Thursday
Thursday will be hot and muggy with afternoon clouds.

Madison Police Monitor says MPD not cooperating with Corey Ruiz investigation
The city's Independent Police Monitor said she's issued a subpoena for evidence from the Corey Ruiz shooting.

Marquette poll shows Hong’s growing lead amid Crowley’s return to race
The poll again has Francesca Hong leading the Democratic field at 38%. This time that is 12 points higher than a week ago.

Packers kick-off first practice of Training Camp
Micah Parsons is still a ways away from practicing. The prognosis for tight end Tucker Kraft is more optimistic.

Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one
The Dane County Circuit Court judge on Wednesday ruled against Democrats, who filed a last-minute lawsuit ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.

'Glad that we are alive': Fox Crossing community still without power, water after tornado
People are working around the clock throughout the Fox Valley to recover from Monday’s storms.

Wisconsin has at least 160 cases of cyclosporiasis
According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, most of the cases are from international travel, while 50 were acquired inside the U.S.

Wisconsin appeals court overturns ruling that had restored collective bargaining power
The enactment of the Republican-backed law sparked weeks of protests and made Wisconsin the center of the national battle over union rights.

Neenah teen overcomes near-crippling injury to become pro motorcycle racer
After an accident on the racetrack at just 10-years-old, Jack Brucks learned his initial prognosis was not good.

Democratic candidates play nice in only debate before election
Candidates tried to differentiate themselves Tuesday night, two weeks before the primary.

Prediction market fires back after Wisconsin Elections Commission issues ballot betting guidance
When the Wisconsin Elections Commission said voters cannot bet on an election they cast a ballot in, per state law, Kalshi said that was “illegal.”

Brice Turang paces Brewers offense in 8-2 win over Giants
Brewers rookie Luis Lara knocked in three runs and Jackson Chourio added two hits and two RBIs.

Brewers' slugger Jake Bauers to miss time with broken toe
Bauers was injured when he fouled a ball off his foot during Monday’s 3-0 loss to the Giants.

Tornado that carved a path of destruction in Wisconsin stayed on the ground for more than 20 minutes
Authorities said a number of people were injured and treated at hospitals, but they didn't know exactly how many or how seriously.

Corey Ruiz memorial in Madison becomes place for mourning, protest and community support
It has now been six days since the memorial was established at the intersection of Williamson and Baldwin streets, where police shot and killed Ruiz.

World News

European nations to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with investment plan
Uefa's 55 member associations vote to boycott the World Cup if Fifa proceeds with its plan to sell stakes in its competitions.

Thousands evacuated in Crete as wildfires threaten tourist resorts
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.

Drought declared across whole of Wales as conditions 'deteriorate'
Wales is on course for its driest July on record in almost 190 years.

Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.

Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court
The UK's highest court gives Palestine Action permission to appeal the government's proscription of the group under anti-terrorism legislation.

Burnham says he told Trump UK will be pragmatic about North Sea oil
Andy Burnham says he told the US president he couldn't ignore North Sea resources when people are struggling.

US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops
After a short period of relative calm when hostilities were paused, both sides have now restarted missile attacks.

Four people die after busiest day for small-boat crossings this year
Two deadly incidents occurred as 752 people crossed the Channel into the UK on Wednesday, new figures show.

Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says
The missile left a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine.

Watch: Giant iceberg turns over near Greenland's coast
Video captured by a passerby showed the moment the iceberg collapsed, creating a big wave.

Large rise in offenders sent back to prison, figures reveal
There has been a large rise in the number of offenders being recalled to prisons in England and Wales.

Zendaya and Tom Holland's decade-long Spider-Man romance in pictures
A look back at 10 years of Spider-Man movie premieres for the newlyweds.

Why do parts of England and Wales keep falling into drought?
More than half of England and the whole of Wales has been declared to be in drought this week - the third such event over the past five years.

The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

How to do neon festival make-up without harming your skin
Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.

How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
Should we embrace air conditioning despite its costs and consequences?

Glen Hansard: A life in song and stories
Glen Hansard, who died in a motorbike crash on Wednesday, travelled an unusual journey to stardom.

Greek police probe 'foul play' in death of woman found in suitcase
Elisabeth-Jane Ross's body was found in an abandoned building in the Kypseli district in Athens on 18 July.

Dad pays tribute to son who died after sea rescue
Seven-year-old Musa Ahmed is remembered as a boy who "never failed to bring happiness" to others.

Man impaled by a hiking pole treks 10 miles down mountain
Instead of calling for a helicopter rescue, David Cifaldi hiked down Montana's Granite Peak with a hiking pole piercing his side.

Former England football star Shaun Wright-Phillips joins Strictly line-up
The sportsman - who is also the son of Arsenal legend Ian Wright - played for clubs including Manchester City.

Suspected Kinahan gang leader faces extradition
The ex-boxing promoter was previously named in court as the head of an international drug cartel.

Holidaymakers warned about 'explosive diarrhoea' cyclospora parasite infection
The UK is seeing a sharp rise in cases - 67 since April - with many of them among travellers returning from Mexico.

Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen missing from Mercury Prize list
This year's best album shortlist includes several returning nominees - but Lily Allen misses out.

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How does the UK fight wildfires?
Fast moving Suffolk wildfire "is not yet under control" as major incident declared.

Americast
Laura Loomer, one of Trump's favourite influencers, has interviewed Zelensky.

New documentary uncovers sexual misconduct claims against Leto
Multiple women accuse Oscar-winning Hollywood actor Jared Leto of sexual misconduct.

Uefa to boycott World Cups if Fifa plans approved
Uefa's 55 member associations vote to boycott the World Cup if Fifa proceeds with its plan to sell stakes in its competitions.

Challenging times ahead for Newcastle - Shearer
MOTD pundit and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer explains why he is worried about what will happen next at his old club after the departure of manager Eddie Howe.

England captaincy could be what Root needs - Vaughan
Former skipper Michael Vaughan says the England Test captaincy could be "exactly what Joe Root needs" after the 35-year-old is appointed to the role for a second time.

Howe going as spending rules bite - troubles for Newcastle's Saudi owners
Newcastle United wanted to become one of the world's top clubs under their Saudi owners - but Eddie Howe's decision to leave is a sign of the troubles they are facing.