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A democratic socialist is locked in a tight race with a moderate in the Wisconsin governor primary
Democrat Cooke will be in repeat race against Rep. Derrick Van Orden.

Cooke wins Democratic primary in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, sets rematch with Van Orden
Cooke is making her second run against Van Orden, who defeated her in the 2024 general election.

Tiffany advances to November, campaigns on affordability and government accountability
Speaking after his primary victory, the Republican from Minocqua said the race presents voters with a clear choice about Wisconsin’s future.

Van Orden to face Cooke again in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District race
Van Orden, who is seeking a third term representing western and central Wisconsin, narrowly defeated Cooke by about 11,000 votes in 2024.

CBS Sports president says there's no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo's future
Romo is on leave from his job as the network's lead NFL analyst following his arrest last month in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin DHS confirms 2 measles cases in the state
The cases are in Iowa and Lafayatte counties and were confirmed through testing at the Wisconsin State Lab of Hygiene.

Packers' Jordan Love plans to play Thursday after injuring his thumb in last year's preseason opener
He's played in the preseason opener each of his three last seasons as a starter and injured his thumb in an exhibition game last year with the Jets.

Planets on parade: 6 planets line up in the sky
Six planets will align in the sky early on Aug. 12.

Ultra rare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin
Jason Ganos with Nintendo Wire said he discovered the products after they had been hidden away in a storage unit for decades.

Quiet overnight with areas of fog possible
More thunderstorms are possible over the next few days.

Preseason games could help Packers figure out solutions as they seek improvement on offensive line
LaFleur is sorting through offensive line combinations as he addresses a position group that ranked among the Packers’ biggest concerns last season.

Madison’s new men’s homeless shelter to open next month, but concerns remain about capacity
The public got its first look Monday inside Madison’s new men’s homeless shelter on Bartillon Drive.

Everyday Heroes: Lucky Stables Foundation gives opportunities for challenged riders to compete, grow with horses
The foundation recently took home a lot of ribbons and one World Championship belt buckle from the World Championship Palomino Show.

Voting in Wisconsin: Frequently asked questions
What you need to know before you vote.

Milwaukee Health Department shows beach water testing methods
The city’s health department wanted to show the public how they check water quality at every beach.

Wisconsin veterans receive mortgage-free homes through Operation Finally Home
Operation Finally Home is working to restore independence, dignity and stability to military heroes, first responders and widows of the fallen.

Why Francesca Hong could be the ‘best indicator’ of how much the Democratic Party has evolved
Hong’s candidacy is teeing up what could be the biggest test yet for Democratic socialists, especially in swing state Wisconsin.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

Hong's race to lose? What to watch for Tuesday in Wisconsin
Polls open at 7:00 a.m. for Wisconsin's Fall Primary.

80-year-old Wisconsin woman starts 28-mile trek in Yosemite to raise money for disaster relief
Fran Wargolet started hiking 28 miles on Aug. 7 with a plan to rise to 7,210 feet in elevation across four days in the park.

World News

Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warns
The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales tells the BBC services are already under "unprecedented pressure".

Woman assaulted by double murderer says nightmare became 'real life' when police let him attack again
Serial sex offender Simon Levy went on to murder two women and rape a third after a series of disastrous decisions that left him free to roam the streets.

Three ways to watch the solar eclipse safely without glasses
With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.

Burnham to chair Cobra meeting on extreme heat as temperatures surge again
The Government will meet to discuss this summer's record-breaking heat as the tally for days above 30C in the UK is broken.

Serious failings found in new military crimes unit, leaked report finds
A leaked internal review warns of concerns about a new unit investigating the most serious crimes.

Trump confirms he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threat
Journalists and White House staff who were on board the jet were unaware the president had left.

Homes near pylons to get £250 a year off energy bills – first sites revealed
Households living within 1,600ft of upgraded pylons will get £250 a year off their electricity bills.

Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez
The couple have tied the knot after the Portuguese captain played his last ever World Cup this summer.

Children as young as nine hurt in growing number of e-scooter crashes
Three trauma centres - Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield - say they have treated nearly 500 casualties under the age of 16.

UK prosecutors argue Tate brothers a flight risk ahead of bail hearing
Andrew and Tristan Tate would attempt to evade prosecution if they are freed on bail, prosecutors argue.

Watch: British driver who broke sound barrier sets new speed record
Andy Green set the fastest time ever recorded in a hydrogen-powered car, reaching 406mph (654km/h).

Eclipse chasers scramble for glasses as stocks run low
Specialist glasses are all but sold out online ahead of the UK's most significant eclipse since 1999.

Weather forecast - where will the best view be?
Look to the skies on Wednesday because one of the most spectacular solar eclipses for decades is coming the UK's way with likely optimum viewing conditions for many.

Sun-tanned cauliflowers and knobbly spuds - the heatwave veg that's good to eat
British shoppers should expect to see more wonky vegetables due to repeated heatwaves.

Trump's dramatic plane swap hints at personal stakes of Iran war
It marks another striking episode in the turbulent history of his relationship with Iran, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

Baby Shark boy set to make K-pop debut
The boy from the most-watched YouTube video of all time is now 17 years old, and wants to be a K-pop star.

Brother of man trapped under rubble in Colombian quake clings on to hope
BBC Mundo has gone to the site of Torres del Limonar, a collapsed building in Cali where rescue workers fight to free survivors.

How can Andy Burnham stop PC Harper's killers being released early?
None of the solutions proposed are quick or easy and some carry political risk, writes UK correspondent Daniel Sandford.

The Papers: 'Andy U-turns on early release' and 'Hunt on for eclipse glasses'
The prime minister's plan to stop the early release of PC Andrew Harper's killers is prominent across Wednesday's papers.

How affordable are Edinburgh's festivals?
The city is no stranger to complaints about soaring prices during August - but are costs on the rise?

How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather
Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise.

BBC Weather's monthly outlook
Our latest long-term UK forecast focusing on likely trends for the next four weeks.

No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan
Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.

Why heatwaves hit women harder
Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.

PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support
The PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago.

Fifty police chiefs call for PM to prevent early release of PC Harper's killers
The intervention comes after Andy Burnham said he was "confident" the early release of PC Harper's killers could be prevented.

Poorest areas should not house all asylum seekers, says Burnham
The prime minister was asked about protests over plans to use a former military base to house asylum seekers.

The Office actress Lucy Davis says she has 'incurable' cancer
Davis, who played receptionist Dawn in the UK sitcom, says the cancer has spread and it's "too late for chemo".

Rescuers scramble for survivors with 180 dead in Colombia earthquake
Colombia experienced a number of aftershocks on Tuesday, as efforts continued to free survivors trapped in rubble and buildings.

Criticism as thousands of seats empty at Europeans Athletics Championships
Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.

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Did President Trump Escape Air Force One In A Catering Truck?
The Washington Post has reported on a secret presidential plane swap.