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Get ready for sunshine to return Sunday
Rain is out; sunshine gradually moves in throughout Sunday.

Trump's threat to push ahead on settlement fund injects new uncertainty into attorney general talks
Trump said in a social media post that he'd keep Attorney General Todd Blanche in his current role and press ahead on the “Anti-Weaponization Fund."

Efforts organized in southeastern Wisconsin to help Fox Valley tornado victims
It will be a long road to recovery for those impacted by the tornado that wreaked havoc throughout the Fox Valley on Monday.

Restaurants in Menasha provide a hub for the community
Since Monday’s storm, business and restaurants have been offering free services to those impacted.

Businesses, organizations support Madison community after Corey Ruiz shooting
Local businesses and organizations say they are trying to support the community as people process grief, anger and uncertainty.

Romo on leave from CBS Sports after arrest on suspicion of operating vehicle under the influence
JJ Watt will join Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson as CBS Sports’ lead NFL team during Romo’s absence.

Political experts say Francesca Hong emerging as Democratic primary frontrunner
Hong lead both of the Marquette Law School Polls released in July, with the latest showing 38% support among Democrats.

Madison congressman slams U.S. blockade on Cuba: ‘Definition of insanity’
Congressman Mark Pocan recently traveled there and detailed his experience.

Packers tight end Tucker Kraft takes major step forward in his return from torn ACL
Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is off the physically unable to perform list and excited to be back practicing.

Damage assessments begin for tornado victims in Winnebago and Outagamie counties
Information gathered will be shared with counties and municipalities.

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

Clean up efforts in Fox Crossing continue
One of the places hit the hardest is Fox Crossing, especially at their local community center.

Your 2026 guide to Wisconsin sunflower fields
As summer turns into fall, days are filled with sunshine both in the sky and on Wisconsin farms.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Cherry Fest, Bronzeville Week, Jewish Food Festival
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Madison mayor speaks out about safety issues at intersection where Corey Ruiz memorial stands
“What’s happening at the intersection of Williamson Street and Baldwin Street is not sustainable or safe," said Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway.

Packers' Nixon says hamstring tightness caused him to miss first practice
The 29-year-old Nixon started all 18 games (including playoffs) last season and was named to the NFC’s Pro Bowl team as an alternate.

Chavez Elementary School name change underway in Madison
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is currently working on renaming Chavez Elementary School, following sexual abuse allegations.

Police shoot suspect after hostage situation at Meijer in Waukesha
According to Waukesha Police, a person phoned in at around 5:51 p.m. Thursday, stating he was armed with a knife and had taken a hostage.

Republican, Democrat lawmakers push HHS to relaunch LGBTQ+ option on 988 lifeline
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., and Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, said the Department of Health and Human Services needs to act fast.

Madison food bank sends two truckloads of aid to Fox Valley storm survivors
Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin mobilized volunteers to pack food boxes for people affected by the storms.

World News

Spain attacks 'selfish' response of some EU countries to Ceuta migrant crossings
Italy has temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called scenes in Ceuta "shocking".

Call for 'full review' as pressure grows on Infantino
The leadership of Fifa is publicly questioned by football's governing bodies in Europe, North and Central America and the Caribbean.

Mountaineer Nirmal Purja killed in Pakistan avalanche, his company says
The renowned mountaineer was known for scaling the world's 14 highest peaks in just over six months in 2019.

William and Kate bring children to Commonwealth Games
Spectators at Glasgow's OVO Hydro were treated to exhilarating performances during New Zealand's 61-54 win over England.

Sir John Curtice: The 'Burnham bounce' is real but it's not massive
The governing party's poll ratings have improved but they're only just ahead of Reform.

Nine killed in strikes on Kyiv, as Ukraine sinks Russian container ship
The attack comes as Moscow escalates deadly ballistic missile attacks on the Ukrainian capital.

He thought a fitness supplement was safe, but it sent him into psychosis
Daniel Murphy's mental health spiralled after he took missold drugs which had been mixed with steroids.

The five dramatic days that shook Infantino and world football
BBC Sport's Simon Stone reflects on the unravelling of Gianni Infantino's plans to sell off stakes in Fifa competitions.

Faisal Islam: Four reasons why the World Cup plan never stacked up
The actual presentation of FIFA's plan to part-privatise the World Cup raises many more questions than it answers.

Infantino on the brink? Who might replace him if he goes?
Fifa president Gianni Infantino is in the eye of a storm after scrapping his attempt to sell stakes in the World Cup. If he goes, who comes in?

What is Iran's Pickaxe Mountain and why does Trump say he wants to bomb it?
BBC Verify has spoken to experts and analysed satellite imagery to piece together what we know about the site, and the potential impact of a US strike.

Decades-long search ends with discovery of new marine species
An ancient algae first spotted four decades ago will now join the collection of the Natural History Museum.

Former workers fight for wages they say they're owed: 'It makes me sick'
Sonia Garcia Monuz is among ex-catering firm employees who claim they are owed unpaid wages.

Who is Greater Manchester's new Mayor Bev Craig?
Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor, but what do we know about her?

'Our hearts are in ruins,' Savannah Guthrie says after kidnapped mother's ransom notes released
Investigators hope the notes' "distinct linguistic characteristics" may be recognised by a member of the public.

Greater Manchester mayor says Burnham's new powers will change lives
Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor after winning Thursday's by-election.

Current Ebola outbreak worst ever in DR Congo, WHO says
The current strain has so far killed 1,587 people, and there is currently no approved vaccine or treatment.

Soap star Shane Richie facing drink-drive charge
The 62-year-old was arrested at a petrol station and is due in court in September, police say.

Greek police fast-tracking tests to find out how British woman found in suitcase died
Authorities are yet unable to say whether the death of Elisabeth-Jane Ross is considered murder, but toxicology tests are being fast-tracked.

Israeli West Bank settler tells BBC attacks on Palestinians are justified as revenge
Settler violence against Palestinians is on the rise in the West Bank, as settlements and outposts expand.

Death row inmates desperate to escape execution in Saudi Arabia call the BBC
Dozens of Ethiopians are awaiting execution - some called the BBC to tell their stories.

'I'm Mandy Burnham' - Quaker chaplain is lookalike for new prime minister
Emma Roberts is is "leaning into" the comparisons and has changed her name to "Mandy Burnham" on TikTok.

Roman port dug up behind woman's home
The remains have been discovered beneath a paddock close to the Humber estuary in Brough.

Highland glen sees first wild-born beavers in 400 years
Conservationists believe there are at least two kits in Glen Affric following a release of 11 beavers.

'Don't wait until you want revenge' - why prenups are on the rise
More young couples are now signing prenups to set out who gets what in the event of divorce.

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Is The World Cup For Sale?
Infantino 'wrong man' to lead Fifa says Burnham as criticism grows.

The Democrats need to win Michigan… so why is it splitting the party?
A centrist and a left wing candidate go head to head in Michigan.

The five dramatic days that shook Infantino and world football
BBC Sport's Simon Stone reflects on the unravelling of Gianni Infantino's plans to sell off stakes in Fifa competitions.

Root in 'very different place' over Test captaincy
England's Joe Root is ready to embrace his second stint as Test captain, saying he is in a "very different place" to when he stepped down from the role four years ago.

Gold family agrees to sell West Ham stake to Staveley
Former West Ham co-owner David Gold's daughter Vanessa confirms plans to sell shares to a consortium headed by ex-Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley.