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Spectrum celebrates broadband network expansion in Oconto County
The company announced expansion of its services to more than 1,300 homes and businesses in previously unserved or underserved areas of Oconto County.

Former MPD officer who misused Flock cameras sentenced to 13 months’ probation, fined $500
Josue Ayala was charged with misconduct back in February and later resigned after it was discovered he was tracking someone he was dating.

More wildfire smoke hampers air quality in Wisconsin
Smoke out of Minnesota and Canada started to drift in on Tuesday.

Unhealthy air quality with more heat and humidity
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will continue to move into the state.

DNR buys sonar equipment for searches using restitution from kayaker who faked death
Kayaker Ryan Borgwardt was ordered to pay $30,000 in restitution for the investigation after pleading no contest.

Number of black-necked stilt birds growing in Wisconsin
According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the black-necked stilt population has nearly doubled since its last survey in 2022.

Wisconsin dairy plants adjust to cottage cheese demand
Westby Cooperative Creamery is finishing a $14 million equipment upgrade to help meet demand for cottage cheese.

Madison group launches floating island to clean lagoon
During your next visit to Tenney Park, you may notice a large patch of soil floating in the Tenney Lagoon.

Summer-like heat continues into the weekend
Highs remain above average.

'This is what he would expect that I would do': Family of slain Milwaukee youth coach seeks new charges in 2023 murder
Known as “Coach Dale” for his involvement in basketball, Young was shot and killed on July 7, 2023.

Could certain meds make you more prone to heat stroke right now?
Doctors issue warning during ongoing heat wave.

DPI facing multiple lawsuits over transparency concerns
Wisconsin's Department of Public Instruction is facing multiple lawsuits over alleged violations of multiple state statutes.

From fairgrounds to job sites, Wisconsinites urged to take heat precautions this week
The Waukesha County Fair will have a misting station, a new air-conditioned cooling stating, fans, plenty of shade and indoor activities.

EAA AirVenture prepares for 2026 convention
The annual fly-in convention will bring people from around the world to the Oshkosh event.

A recap of the Brewers 2026 MLB Draft picks
In this year's draft, the Brewers went heavy on pitching. 13 of their 20 picks are full-time pitchers.

WEC finds probable cause that Elon Musk broke state election bribery law
After voting 5-1 in a closed session on July 9, WEC referred the two complaints to the Brown County District Attorney David Lasee.

Escape the itch, here's what to plant in your garden to repel mosquitoes
Certain plants attract and repel mosquitoes. Know what to plant to keep the bugs away from your yard.

Statewide air quality advisory issued due to 'very unhealthy' levels
The DNR said smoke will arrive between 8:00 p.m. and midnight Tuesday and will move south.

Don't miss these August primary deadlines
Wisconsin’s partisan primary is almost here; you can head to the polls on Aug. 11.

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

World News

Starmer says it's the 'end of my political journey' at his final Prime Minister's Questions
MPs on all sides of the House of Commons paid tribute to the departing PM, traded jokes and shared anecdotes.

Iain Watson: Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson.

French MPs approve assisted dying law with strict rules after years of argument
The bill would allow assisted dying for terminally ill adults who meet strict criteria.

Man arrested over social media post threatening to shoot Farage
Met Police says a man in his 20s was held in south London this week on suspicion of sending threatening communications to an MP.

Iran threatens to block more trade routes as US launches fresh strikes
US President Donald Trump vowed to strike Iran's bridges and power plants next week if the country does not return to talks.

The Odyssey is a 'colossal piece of cinema', critics say in rave reviews
The film, starring Matt Damon and Zendaya, is director Sir Christopher Nolan's first since Oppenheimer.

Dramatic video shows wildfire surround freight train in Canada
CN Rail told the BBC that operations were temporarily suspended in the affected area in the province of Ontario.

SpaceX share price drops below stock market debut
Share trading in Elon Musk’s rocket company has been volatile since it went public a month ago.

Covid fraudsters spent thousands on cars and watches
The NCA says the group claimed they could supply millions of boxes of nitrile gloves.

UK's extreme weather is the new normal, Met Office says
The latest report on the UK's climate warns cold mountainous areas are also being lost.

Salary information to be shown on job ads under new laws
The government argues the move would help jobseekers and could reduce pay discrimination claims.

Mocking regional accents is last form of acceptable discrimination, says MP
MPs debated how prejudice against strong regional accents could affect social mobility in Westminster Hall.

'The change didn't work' - England player ratings
BBC Sport's England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the Three Lions lost to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final.

Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC
Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.

World Cup final half-time to last up to 25 minutes
The half-time break in Sunday's World Cup final is expected to last between 20 and 25 minutes.

What if Bluey spoke one of the world's oldest living languages?
Five episodes of the award-winning children’s cartoon have been released in Australian Indigenous language for the first time.

Luxury holidays and lost bank cards - how fake Army major defrauded women on dating apps
David Griffiths is jailed for three years and six months for defrauding women of thousands of pounds.

I dreaded bedtime before new sleep apnoea treatment
Swindon's Great Western Hospital is one of five trusts offering a new treatment for sleep apnoea.

Watch: Is Trump facing a popular backlash on immigration?
The BBC's Sarah Smith looks at how the deaths of two men by ICE agents are impacting the US president's popularity.

Hosepipe ban in force for millions of households - is your area affected?
More than eight million households have been placed under hosepipe bans - which has raised questions about how effectively water resources are being managed.

New camera guidelines for female athletics coverage
New guidelines have been released advising broadcasters on how to use more respectful camera angles when covering live female athletics events.

Boy, 14, charged with terrorism offence over alleged plan to target mosques
The alleged offences are linked to "extreme right-wing terrorism" police say.

Burnham does not rule out wealth tax
The expected next PM says he may have to "ask for a little more" in tax and warns of "difficult" choices.

Three men who raped woman on Brighton beach jailed
The rapists carried out a "cynical, predatory and callous" attack, jurors were told.

Eight men charged in historical child sex gang inquiry
Officers make arrests in Wales, England and Scotland as part of Operation Oak.

Headers caused brain disease in 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles, coroner finds
England 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a condition caused by heading footballs, his inquest concludes.

Elderly US woman shocked to receive racy new car licence plate
The Florida retiree says the plate has caused quite a stir among her local community.

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Keir Starmer Says Goodbye
Sir Keir Starmer makes his final PMQs appearance as Prime Minister.

ICE fatally shoot two men in Maine and Texas
Trump tells immigration officers not to pause vehicle stops after the killings

Final two World Cup matches to be shown live on BBC
Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off between England and France and Sunday's World Cup final will both be live on BBC TV.

Headers caused Stiles' brain disease, coroner finds
England 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a condition caused by heading footballs, his inquest concludes.