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Feeling cooler with more clouds Sunday
Showers will come to an end early.

Macy’s Fourth of July fireworks returned to East River
More than 80,000 shells were used during the 25-minute show.

Wisconsin marks 15th anniversary of smoke-free indoor air law
Since its passage, fewer people in the state have been smoking, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).

How to prepare for a hurricane, as forecasters expect a busy 2025 storm season
Forecasters are expecting another unusually busy season for the Atlantic, with predictions calling for six to 10 hurricanes.

Joyful Parisians take a historic plunge into the Seine after 100 years
Public swimming was allowed in designated areas of the Seine, including a newly built wooden deck near the Eiffel Tower.

'The attacks against our officers has got to stop': Officer among 3 struck in Shorewood shooting and suspect dead, police say
The officer was released from the hospital and the suspect has now died after a pursuit.

Injured MPD officer Christopher McCray welcomed back to District 2
In his visit, McCray took time to see the memorial for 32-year-old police officer Kendall Corder, who died from last week's shooting.

Joey 'Jaws' Chestnut reclaims title in Famous hot dog eating contest, wins 17th Mustard Belt
Chestnut, 41, consumed 70 1/2 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes.

Fireworks and weather: A perfect balance
Various weather conditions can impact your firework shows.

Where to see July 4 fireworks this year in Wisconsin
Here’s some fireworks and celebrations happening in major Wisconsin cities.

Strike by French air traffic controllers causes flight delays and cancellations
The national civil aviation authority asked airlines to cancel 40% of flights at airports serving Paris and half of flights in Nice.

Cudahy Police capture wallaby, return to owner
Police said a FedEx worker called them after seeing the animal on the loose near the shipping facility

Organization works to document LGBTQ+ history in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project said giving a voice to those who have had to stay silent is why they give time to preserving it.

Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff scheduled to return from shoulder surgery Sunday in Miami
He is lined up to start Sunday against the Marlins in the finale of a three-game series.

The colorful chemistry behind firework displays
Fireworks have been around for centuries, but modern-day displays are possible thanks to chemistry.

Better chance for rain returns for the holiday weekend
Remaining above average through Sunday.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Fourth of July, Summerfest, Bristol Renaissance Faire
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Trump sparks yearlong celebration ahead of America's 250th anniversary
A big birthday is coming up — for America. President Trump kicked off a yearlong celebration ahead of the United State's 250th anniversary next year.

Gov. Evers signs budget in early morning to secure Medicaid funds
The budget passed both legislative chambers in an unprecedented single day on Wednesday into early Thursday morning.

MPD Honor Guard prepares for Officer Kendall Corder's funeral
The funeral for Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder will be Friday July 11 at Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, Wis.

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Search for survivors continues as Texas floods kill 43, including 15 children
Some 27 children are missing from a girls' summer camp on the banks of the river, say officials in Kerr County.

Israel to send negotiators to Gaza talks despite 'unacceptable' Hamas demands, Netanyahu says
Benjamin Netanyahu says Hamas is seeking changes to a proposal for a ceasefire deal that Israel has accepted.

Elon Musk says he is launching new political party
The world's richest man says he is setting up a new political organisation called the America Party.

Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power
What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Ozzy Osbourne goes out on a high at farewell gig
More than 40,000 fans and an all-star line-up of rock legends pay homage at the "heavy metal Live Aid".

Family and Liverpool players gather for funeral of Diogo Jota and André Silva
The community in Gondomar grieves after the deaths of Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother, André Silva.

David Lammy first UK minister to visit Syria since 2011 uprising
David Lammy said he promoted transparency and accountability in a meeting with Syria's interim president Al-Sharaa.

How Trump is using the 'Madman Theory' to try to change the world (and it's working)
Political scientists have a term for the tactic, that has been used by some leaders including Nixon, to persuade adversaries that they are temperamentally capable of anything, to extract concessions. But can it work in the long term?

Excellent or awful - why Lifetime ISAs divide opinion
A report by MPs says the product needs to be reformed and many savers who have been in touch tend to agree.

Not getting a summer job? Here are eight ways to change that
Grace Pickett, 18, says it's "frustrating" so many part-time jobs require previous experience.

Ketamine helped me escape my negative thoughts - then it nearly killed me
Young people are taking dangerous amounts of ket because it's cheap, easily available and helps them "disconnect", experts say.

Sydney Jo's viral TikTok group chat drama, and Superman hits cinemas: What's coming up this week
Last Pundit Standing also drops on BBC iPlayer, and it's the Esports World Cup.

Why did our aunt leave everything to a complete stranger?
A trail of suspicious wills led to an organised gang committing fraud and stealing millions from dead people's estates.

The Papers: 'You'll never walk alone' and 'swept away'
The funeral of footballers Diogo Jota and André Silva dominate the front pages of Sunday's papers

England playing catch-up - what went wrong against France?
It did not go to plan in England's Euro 2025 opener as they fell to defeat by France - so where did it all go wrong?

Women's Euro 2025: Groups, fixture dates and who are favourites?
BBC Sport provides the lowdown on all the key details for the 2025 Women's European Championship.

Which young players could light up Euro 2025?
BBC Sport selects the young players to watch at the 2025 Women's European Championships.

Iran supreme leader in first public appearance since Israel war
State TV showed footage of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei being cheered at a mosque ahead of a Shia festival.

Why I kick down Peak District stone stacks
Stuart Cox says he wants to raise awareness of the damage the stacks can do to the environment.

Sabrina Carpenter tones down headline show - but she's still at her best
The 26-year-old US singer was in London to headline the first of two nights at the BST festival.

Family hubs to open in every council in England
Government says £500m plan aims to support an extra half a million more children.

Reform MP loses whip after business Covid loan claims
James McMurdock denies any wrongdoing over claims relating to pandemic-era loans taken out by his companies.

29 arrests after protest in support of Palestine Action, police say
It comes after supporting the group was banned under terrorism legislation.

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Is Trump deporting record numbers of migrants?
The US president has made Los Angeles his deportations battleground

One year of Labour: What happened? (Newscast Live)
Have Keir Starmer's first 12 months as Prime Minister been a success?

England playing catch-up - what went wrong against France?
It did not go to plan in England's Euro 2025 opener as they fell to defeat by France - so where did it all go wrong?

'Bazball's winning mantra facing biggest test of its resolve'
England face the first real test of their 'no-draws' approach, and coach Marcus Trescothick has hinted there may be room for manoeuvre.

'Six-car fight for win' in prospect at Silverstone
McLaren's Lando Norris predicts that Sunday's British Grand Prix could be a "great race" with six cars in with a chance of victory.

Ford marks 100th cap by inspiring England win in Argentina
Clinical England produce a second-half masterclass to see off Argentina 35-12 in the first Test in La Plata.

Wimbledon's smallest player Kartal set for her biggest stage
Britain's Sonay Kartal is the shortest player left in the women's draw at Wimbledon but she makes up for it with power and speed around the court.

'Jota was with me' - Alexander-Arnold as Real Madrid earn PSG semi-final
Real Madrid's Trent Alexander-Arnold says his former Liverpool team-mate Diogo Jota "was there with me" after helping the Spanish club reach the semi-finals of the Club World Cup.