Local Wisconsin News

In Focus: Celebrating America250 in Wisconsin
As our nation hits a major milestone we reflect on what it means and the important role Wisconsin has played in American history.

Woodruff gives up 3-run home run, leaves game in fourth inning in loss to Diamondbacks
Woodruff has been limited to 32 starts since 2023, including missing the entire '24 campaign.

In Focus: Old World Wisconsin talks 50 years of preserving Wisconsin history
Old World Wisconsin in Waukesha County is celebrating an important milestone.

In Focus: Director of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum reflects on America250
Christopher Kolakowski is Director of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum in Madison and Chair of Wisconsin’s America250 Coalition.

Thousands celebrate America 250 on final day of Summerfest
The 'Big Gig' was chosen as an offical America 250 Block Party location, part of the nationwide celebration.

Drying out overnight with cooler Sunday ahead
Chances for showers and storms will gradually wind down.

3 people dead, 7 rescued after boat capsizes on Geneva Lake
The incident is being investigated by the Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Chourio's scratch hit in 11th breaks tie, Brewers top Diamondbacks 7-4
Garrett Mitchell hit his eighth homer, a two-run shot, off José Cabrera in the second inning.

Thousands left without power after powerful storm tears through southeast Wisconsin
Powerful winds ripped through Racine, Kenosha and Walworth Counties early Friday afternoon knocking down trees and powerlines.

Stormy weather and very hot conditions continue for many
Temperatures will be in the 90s to triple digits across portions of the country.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married in elaborate Madison Square Garden ceremony
Swift’s publicist confirmed the marriage took place Friday evening inside Madison Square Garden at a star-packed ceremony.

Law enforcement urges boating safety ahead of Fourth of July
You can expect a stronger law enforcement presence on all lakes and rivers in Wisconsin as holiday crowds take to the water.

Rooted in remembrance: Sons of the American Revolution plant tree in Wisconsin's oldest city
Green Bay was settled by the French more than 260 years ago.

How to support Lincoln Avenue School community following fire
A fire destroyed the school building earlier this week.

How to apply for FEMA funding from April storms, floods
FEMA said funding will be available to people in 19 counties and the Oneida Nation, which were affected by tornadoes and more from April 13-23.

Jacob Misiorowski's starting schedule with Brewers makes him unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game
Misiorowski says he wants to play in the All-Star Game but understands why that’s unlikely to happen.

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

Some Merton residents express disappointment in wake enhancement equipment ban
The Village of Merton in Waukesha County is the latest to pass a ban on wake-enhancements for boats on Lake Keesus and Moose Lake.

'Very heartwarming': Organizers, volunteers of Milwaukee's 'United for Venezuela Emergency Relief Campaign' overwhelmed with donations
The basement of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church is filled to the brim with donations ticketed for Venezuela.

ATV and UTV safety for July 4 holiday weekend
While many bars and restaurants are popular destinations, Harden said drivers should avoid consuming alcohol.

World News

Reform denies rules broken by Farage after benefits from ally not declared
The Sunday Times says the Reform UK leader failed to register the support supplied by a cryptocurrency entrepreneur who had been convicted of fraud.

England battling history as well as Mexican nation in Azteca cauldron
England will be battling against history as well as entire nation when the face Mexico in the World Cup last 16 at The Azteca, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Iran's supreme leader absent as senior officials attend ayatollah's funeral
Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since the attack which killed his father at the onset of the US-Israel war with Iran.

How Iran's new regime is very different to what came before
Khamenei's funeral is another reminder of the change Iran has seen, but what does its new leadership want?

Prince Harry and Meghan: Will they or won't they, and will we care?
There will be much attention on whether the Duke of Sussex can build bridges with his family.

Staying up for the match? How to handle a 1am kick-off
Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football.

'Start work at 11' - but will other bosses be as flexible over England's 1am match?
Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.

England enter the Azteca - where football kings are crowned
BBC Sport explores the history and cultural power of the Azteca, one of the great cathedrals of world football, as England prepare to face Mexico there in the last 16 of the World Cup.

Mexico return luxury watches gifted by YouTuber
World Cup co-hosts Mexico - who play England on Sunday night - return luxury watches gifted to them by a content creator because Fifa rules prohibit expensive gifts.

France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts
After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.

Stay humble - the Premier League feud about to hit world stage
The Premier League feud between Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Arsenal defender Gabriel goes global as Norway meet Brazil at the World Cup.

Alan Shearer: Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.

Unbeaten in 34 matches - why Morocco are World Cup contenders
As Morocco beat Canada to book their place in the last-8, their World Cup campaign can no longer be seen as a fairytale.

James doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again
Reece James misses training on the eve of England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico but Jarell Quansah is available again.

How Manchester became an 'influencer heaven'
Influencers are showing the world why they think Manchester is a great place it is to live.

Cowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive
Space Force and Customs and Border Patrol are using a rodeo as a way to drive up recruitment numbers.

A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back
Devoted fans of the SW19 Championships tell stories of camping in the queue and lifelong friendships.

What Sky buying ITV could mean for your favourite shows
An announcement is expected imminently on Sky buying ITV's TV and streaming channels.

Moment of destiny for France's Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing against a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.

Harry Styles beats Taylor Swift's and Coldplay's Wembley records
The Watermelon Sugar singer is the first artist to perform 12 shows on a single tour at the stadium.

US marks 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weather
US President Donald Trump's speech included some of his political agenda but also honoured war veterans and American history.

Polanski says he will pay any council tax owed linked to houseboat
The Green Party leader told the BBC he is waiting for a decision from Waltham Forest Council.

Health secretary seeks advice over maternity inquiry staff who refused to give evidence
James Murray says he felt "numb" after hearing from families affected by the scandal.

Police inquiry into Yes Scotland campaign's 'missing £1.5m' claim
It is claimed funds raised for the group which campaigned for independence in the 2014 referendum are "unaccounted for".

Australia probes mystery space balls that washed up on beach
Officials are searching for the origins of six pieces of space debris discovered on Forrest Beach in Queensland.

Evacuations in Guam as super typhoon Bavi approaches
The storm is forecast to bring winds in excess of 160mph and waves nearly 11m high when it makes landfall on Monday.

NHS app to use AI to determine which service best for patients
The update will be available to all users in England by April 2028, the health service says.

Two found dead in crashed car in missing men search
William Hutchinson was last seen on 24 June and Stuart Tallis was reported missing three days later.

New heatwave likely to peak at 34C with week-long health alert issued
Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains.

Cricket match abandoned after bull storms pitch
The bull's owner brought along a cow to entice it off the Burnopfield playing grounds to no avail.

Life-size Lego bench built in memory of boy
The bench is made in memory of Matthew Girard who died in 2020 from cancer.

Man, 91, completes skydive for community group
Alan Still completed the skydive for Rowleys Centre for the Community in Cranleigh.