Local Wisconsin News

Last call? Potential final batch of Schlitz now in production
Pabst Brewing Company is discontinuing production of Schlitz, which started in Milwaukee back in 1849.

'Life jackets save lives': Water patrol promotes boating safety
Boating season has officially taken off in Wisconsin this Memorial Day weekend. Water patrol reminds boaters that safety comes first.

Memorial Day ushers in summer warmth
Above normal temperatures and a drier pattern finish out May.

Now Hiring: H.J. Martin & Son seeks new employees for careers ranging from truck drivers to door and window fabricators
It has more than a half dozen divisions working on residential and commercial projects.

Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal
The United States is close to reaching a deal with Iran that would end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and more.

'It's an amazing event': 44 years later, Brat Fest continues to bring fun and funds for dozens of charities
The fest started from humble beginnings — started by the Metcalfe family with one grill in front of their grocery store.

Brewers return Robert Gasser to minors and recall Carlos Rodriguez
Later on Sunday, the Brewers reinstated outfielder Akil Baddoo from the 60-day injured list and optioned him to Nashville.

Unsettled weather may impact your Memorial Day
Despite high gas prices, millions of people are expected to travel over the holiday weekend.

Kenosha's Pritzker Military Museum and Library hosts Memorial Day program
“This is a particularly important time for us to be able to share stories of of soldiers who sacrificed for us,” said museum president Scott English.

In Focus: State Sen. Johnson reflects on political journey
She also discussed how her childhood in the 6th Senate district impacts the measures she sponsors and champions now in Madison.

In Focus: State Sen. Johnson evaluates Milwaukee's climbing homicide numbers
Johnson said she believes more family involvement is part of the complex solution to make the city and state safer.

In Focus: One-on-one with State Senator LaTonya Johnson
She discussed her political journey, crime rates, the budget surplus and more.

In Focus: State Sen. Johnson explains her opposition to recent bipartisan budget surplus measure
She also predicted whether the failure of that surplus measure could be a setback to Democrats' momentum ahead of the November midterms.

Contreras homers and Henderson pitches 5 shutout innings in Brewers' 5-1 win over Dodgers
The game marked the first time the teams faced each other since the Dodgers swept the Brewers in last year’s NL Championship Series.

Gov. Evers requests federal disaster declaration for April storms
Evers’ request for Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Individual Assistance includes 14 counties and one Tribal Nation.

Wisconsin law enforcement ramps up holiday weekend patrols
Through 6 a.m. Tuesday, if you call 855-286-9246, AAA will dispatch a tow truck to transport you and your vehicle to a safe location within 10 miles.

Wisconsin Elections Commission sued over Madison ballot error
The lawsuit is connected to 23 absentee ballots that arrived late to their Madison polling places on Election Day.

Local Milwaukee school students clean graves for Memorial Day
150 students from Carmen Schools of Science and Technology cleaned gravestones at forest home cemetery on Friday.

MPD arrests 22-year-old woman in connection with 5-alarm fire that destroyed former tannery
W. Hampton Avenue is expected to reopen on Friday afternoon and North 32nd Street will likely reopen Friday evening.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Madison area for Memorial Day travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Madison area.

World News

The questions raised by the Murrell embezzlement controversy
Thecase has been hanging over the SNP like a toxic cloud since the police investigation began five years ago.

Deal with US not imminent, Iran says
The US secretary of state earlier said that an agreement could possibly come on Monday.

White House gunman had previous run-ins with Secret Service, court documents show
The suspect previously obstructed a White House entry lane in June of 2025 and told Secret Service agents he was Jesus Christ.

Police fire shots in air to disperse angry crowds at DR Congo Ebola treatment centre
Unrest between crowds trying to reclaim the bodies of suspected Ebola cases and authorities have continued.

Watch: Best moments from 2026 Cooper's Hill cheese rolling races
Thousands of people gathered in the baking heat to watch competitors from all over the world chase a 7lb (3kg) wheel of Double Gloucester cheese down the 1:2 gradient slope.

TT opening day cut short after 'serious incident'
Organisers say there will be no further activity following a serious incident at Parliament Square.

Greek swimmer only athlete to beat world record at controversial Enhanced Games
Greek swimmer Kristian Gkolomeev beats a world record in the pool at the controversial Enhanced Games in Las Vegas.

Oil prices slide on hopes of US-Iran peace deal
Trump said on Saturday that an agreement would include the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, without giving further details.

Pope Leo says AI must be 'disarmed' in first major teaching
The pontiff also warned of a "new digital slaveries" in his first encyclical since becoming Pope last year.

Sun, superstars and other takeaways from Radio 1's Big Weekend
Olivia Dean, Zara Larsson and Fatboy Slim topped the bill - but it wasn't all about the music.

What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.

Coffee machines, fountain pens and Grand Theft Auto: How Murrell spent the money
Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell has admitted embezzling more than £400,000 from the party between August 2010 and October 2022. So, where did he spend it?

Goodbye Salah and Pep, hello new champions - the Premier League in review
BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty reviews every team's Premier League - and looks back at his pre-season predictions.

How Saudi Arabia's spending spree reached the end of the line
MBS's Vison 2030 project seemed the stuff of science fiction. Now reality has bitten

Morocco wants tourists to visit Western Sahara. Some say it's tightening its control
The Moroccan government wants more Western holidaymakers to visit the territory it claims to own.

Author of Rivals told writers to stop making her 'macho men' cry
Novelist Dame Jilly Cooper scolded the team behind Rivals, an executive producer on the show says.

German YouTuber retains cheese roll champion title
Thousands of people brave high temperatures to watch the annual event on Cooper's Hill.

EasyJet flight diverts to Rome over power bank in luggage
Many airlines have toughened their rules on power banks, often requiring that they be stored in hand luggage not checked luggage.

Education secretary to ask competition watchdog to review hidden childcare costs
Bridget Phillipson will ask the competition watchdog to examine costs that families are still facing in government-funded childcare.

Three arrested over burglaries against high-profile athletes
The Chilean nationals were arrested in Argentina on suspicion of targeting stars including Travis Kelce.

Body found after boy, 15, goes missing in lake
Declan Sawyer's school tells of a "devastating" loss after his body was found by police in Lincoln.

First Hong Kong astronaut launches into space onboard Chinese mission
The 43-year-old police officer and mother of three serves as the team's payload scientist.

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The Louise Casey Interview (Live at Hay Festival)
Baroness Casey on violence against girls and whether governments take reviews seriously.

The political fight for American men
An interview with author and professor, Scott Galloway

Gibson helps England beat NZ to clinch T20 series
A clinical bowling display led by Dani Gibson helps England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the third T20 international at Hove which secures a 2-1 series victory.

Spurs admit 'football success was not driving decisions'
Tottenham say "football success had not been driving our decisions" as non-executive chairman Peter Charrington admitted failings and vowed to rebuild in an open letter to the club's supporters.

Which side were remarkable? Who were a shambles? Phil McNulty's season review
BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty reviews every team's Premier League - and looks back at his pre-season predictions.

Lamine Yamal in Spain squad but no Real Madrid players
Injured forward Lamine Yamal is named in Spain's World Cup squad, which does not feature any Real Madrid players.

Nuno meeting West Ham hierarchy over future
West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is meeting the club's hierarchy amid rumours he will leave the club following relegation to the Championship.

Wawrinka bids fond farewell to French Open
Stan Wawrinka bids a fond farewell to the French Open as the 2015 champion is beaten in the first round in Paris.