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Spotty showers Tuesday with more rain Wednesday
Areas of heavy rain and localized flooding may be likely Wednesday.

Brewers bring 'Wisco Way' mural series to Eau Claire
The mural is tentatively scheduled for its official unveiling on Thursday, July 23, in coordination with Downtown Eau Claire's Water Street Faire.

‘I’m open to anything’: Gov. Evers weighs in on future of Knowles-Nelson Stewardship fund expiring this month
“If we don't get anything done before when I leave, I'm convinced that it's going to be a money thing,” Gov. Evers said.

Ridglan Farms to shut down as rescue group secures release of 475 more dogs
The Center for a Humane Economy said its attorney negotiated the release of 350 beagles immediately and the remaining 150 later this summer.

Madison Symphony Orchestra marks 100 years
Executive Director Robert Reed joined Spectrum News to share how it's accomplished this feat.

Phantom Lake YMCA Camp celebrates 130 years
It's one of the oldest YMCA camps in North America.

‘Water for Elephants’ brings the circus to Madison for its Wisconsin premiere
The show, based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, will be at the Overture Center for the Arts from June 16-21.

Navigating grief and loss on Father's Day
You're not alone.

Nancy Gruber, philanthropist and owner of Gruber Law Offices, dies
Wife to David Gruber, she died on June 7, according to an online obituary.

38-year-old man drowns in Nagawicka Lake
The man had been on a boat with five people on it when he ended up in the water and never resurfaced.

Suspect dies, deputy injured in Town of Elba disturbance
The incident happened at River Run Dog Park, when deputies responded to reports of a man that was intoxicated and causing a disturbance.

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.

Need for Milwaukee VA ride programs seeing an increase due to construction 
Both the DAV and the VA’s Veteran Transportation Service said they are seeing an increase in veteran riders.

3 tornadoes touched down in storms last week, NWS says
That means there have now been 31 tornadoes in the Badger State this year.

Packed public hearing highlights concerns over MMSD's future
It comes before the commission votes on who will get the next 10-year, multi-million-dollar contract to run MMSD’s wastewater treatment facilities.

Wisconsin summer camp keeps kids safe from ticks
Camp Edwards Executive Director Jodi Heimos said once campers arrive, they share safety protocols for both the water and land.

Now Hiring: Bontrager Exteriors looks to add team members amid growth
Roofing is among the business's specialties.

Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with an Iran deal and a UFC cage fight at the White House
Before the fights began, the president said an agreement to end the conflict "is now complete."

A tentative deal is reached to end the Iran war and Trump orders a stop to the U.S. naval blockade
Details of the deal were not immediately available. Key mediator Pakistan said the signing will be Friday in Switzerland.

Chourio, Perkins homers power Brewers past Sánchez and Phillies 4-0
Chourio led off the first with a 412-foot homer to center. It was his fifth homer in five games.

World News

Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals
Evidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups.

Under-16s to be banned from TikTok, YouTube and other social media by next spring, Starmer says
Sites including Instagram, YouTube and TikTok will become inaccessible for millions of children, the prime minister has announced.

Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.

Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted baby
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.

Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged
An Indian national is charged with contravening sanctions after the tanker was detained.

Henry Nowak killer's sentence referred to Court of Appeal under unduly lenient scheme
The sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of the murder of Henry Nowak, has been referred to the Court of Appeal.

Man arrested for allegedly pushing woman in front of bus in 2017
A 44-year-old man is in custody over the incident where a woman appeared to be shoved into the path of a bus.

Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules
The Home Office had challenged a High Court ruling that the group's proscription should be quashed.

Bonnie Tyler out of coma but 'very unwell' after emergency surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was put in an induced coma after emergency intestinal surgery.

Boy was 'playfighting' before fatal stabbing, court told
Boy, 16, goes on trial accused of murdering nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare.

Hydration breaks - who are the winners and losers?
They have become a regular feature at World Cup games - but who are the winners and who are losers of the mandatory hydration breaks?

Fifa seeks explanation over VAR official's hand gesture
Fifa is seeking an explanation over a hand gesture made by video assistant referee Shaun Evans before Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao on Sunday.

Empty seat at tournament for imprisoned French sports journalist
A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French football writer who is in prison in Algeria.

'Positive' or 'unnecessary'? UK teens on social media ban
The prime minister announced that under-16s will be banned from social media by spring 2027.

How will social media ban work and when does it start?
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.

Bowen: Iran deal ends Trump's war that revealed limit of US dominance
The deal to end fighting and re-open the Strait of Hormuz leaves the sides where they were 24 hours before the war - only with thousands now dead.

Williamson: Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.

How adoptive parents' lies unravelled to reveal 'reign of terror'
Preston Davey died in hospital in July 2023 after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands.

Why you might not be buying the right pain relief for period cramps
Many women are buying less effective pain medication for period cramps, supermarket data suggests.

Is the convertible heading into the sunset?
UK drivers have taken a shine to the SUV but could the fate of the convertible be reversed?

SpaceX IPO raised $10bn more than thought
The company's listing raised $87.5bn, compared with the $75bn it was initially thought.

US Air Force B-52 bomber plane crashes after take off in California
Officials did not say if anyone was injured in the crash, but the aircraft typically carry a crew of five.

OnlyFans 'agents' control and threaten creators while taking half their earnings, BBC finds
Dozens of women on OnlyFans describe being exploited by managers who promised to help maximise profits.

Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension
The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models.

Norwegian crown princess's son found guilty of two counts of rape
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette Marit, has been sentenced to four years in jail.

Brazilian woman dies after rope-jumping instructors fail to attach cord
Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge.

Boy, 2, in hospital after nursery playground car crash
A 63-year-old woman is arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

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Social Media Ban For Under-16s
Under-16s to be banned from social media Keir Starmer announces.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?
Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history

UK announces U16 social media ban
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces a ban for under-16s from major social media platforms

Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch
Behind the scenes with Manchester United and England star Ella Toone.