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'Today begins a new chapter': David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor over progressive Francesca Hong
Crowley is vying to become Wisconsin’s first Black governor.

Voters in Wrightstown don’t want large data center developments
A total of 87% voted “No” to a referendum question asking if the village should authorize or participate in any public improvements related to them.

No break from the rain this weekend
Off and on thunderstorms will be possible throughout the weekend.

Few more storms possible today with unsettled pattern
Most will be dry today, but storms could still be possible at times.

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.

Luke Rengifo's grand slam against former team helps Padres to 11-2 win over Brewers
Rengifo was released by the Brewers on June 23 and signed a minor league deal with the Padres six days later.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

World News

Double killer and rapist given whole life sentence
Simon Levy, from Tottenham, will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of two women and rape of a third.

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 considers disposable BBQ ban over wildfire risks
The PM wants the public to avoid using single-use grills during the current spell of extremely dry weather.

Jasper Carrott says family is 'so proud' of Lucy Davis after cancer diagnosis
The actress, best known for playing Dawn in The Office, has revealed she has incurable breast cancer.

Messi unsure he will play 'much longer' after father's death
Lionel Messi says he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football in an emotional tribute after his father's death.

River Danube's low water levels reveal remains of WWII soldiers and motorcycle
A remarkably well-preserved motorcycle and identification tags were found alongside the bodies.

Burnham warned Iran war could hit UK growth next year
The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.

Members of cabinet remained on decoy plane, after Trump's quiet exit
The president boarded a different plane in Turkey during a Nato summit to evade an Iranian threat.

Israeli settlers besieging Palestinian families in West Bank village
Israeli security forces have reportedly withdrawn and about a dozen settlers are said to remain at the site where two families have been besieged since Sunday.

X-Men star Nicholas Hoult joins cast of Harry Potter TV show
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.

How the weather will affect your viewing
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.

After the eclipse, a meteor shower - how to catch a glimpse
On Wednesday night the Perseids will peak offering the best chance of seeing a 'shooting star'.

Warning from man whose eyes were damaged by eclipse
Peter Smith damaged his eyes by watching the 1999 eclipse without suitable glasses.

Lucy Davis urges women to check their breasts for cancer - here's how
The actress from The Office TV series says her breast lump was tiny and not a 'lump' as such; rather a kind of hard spot.

'Rot in prison', relatives tell double murderer and rapist
Simon Levy is jailed for life after murdering two women and raping another.

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.

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

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.

Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break?
The world record for the women's 800m is the longest standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why is it such a tough task?

These seaside apartments were a ghost city - then police say scammers moved in
Malaysia's Forest City was pitched as "paradise" but last month police raided it over alleged scam operations.

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.

Woman pulled alive from rubble 36 hours after Colombia quake
Following a 10-hour rescue operation, emergency workers pulled the 32-year-old from beneath slabs of concrete.

I share concerns over Arday appointment, says Cambridge University head
Vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice acknowledged the "anger and anxiety around this damaging and difficult case".

Estonia rejects proposals to take prisoners from UK jails
Estonia's justice minister rules out a deal with the UK after Reform and the Conservatives suggested renting prison space abroad.

Spotify to add label for AI-generated artists and remove them from recommendations
The new feature, starting from mid-September, will tell listeners if an artist is AI-generated.

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

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.

Rod Stewart calls off US tour after 'routine' heart procedure
The 81-year-old singer has been advised by doctors to recuperate for the next four weeks.

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