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MCTS to redesign bus network due to funding challenges
The state’s largest transit agency said that it will have to cut service by 25% by next year.

Brewers bolster rotation by getting Lance McCullers Jr. and Colton Gordon in a deal with the Astros
Milwaukee cleared space on the 40-man roster by placing left-hander Rob Zastryzny to the 60-day injured list.

Electric bike, heat blamed for Ledgeview duplex fire
Lithium-ion batteries can become especially volatile in hot, windy conditions.

Summer camps look for ways to beat the heat
If you’re sweating profusely, feel very tired, or start cramping, you may be showing signs of heat exhaustion.

Realta Fusion building new research facility in Madison
Realta will be expanding its operations to OM Station, the site of Madison's former Oscar Mayer plant.

13-year-old Amish girl killed when buggy hit by pickup truck
The Sauk County Sheriff’s Office reports the girl’s buggy was hit from behind on Highway 58 by an 81-year-old Viola man.

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.

World News

'Passive' and 'crumbled' - did Tuchel's defensive tactics cost England?
England went 1-0 up against Argentina before slumping to a heart-breaking semi-final defeat. But did boss Thomas Tuchel's "negative" tactics cost the Three Lions a place in the World Cup final?

William tells England to 'hold their heads high' after loss
The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.

Argentina face action after waving Falklands banner
Argentina face the prospect of disciplinary action from Fifa after their players celebrate the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.

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.

Jesy Nelson calls plan to test newborns for deadly muscle condition a 'victory'
All newborn babies are set to have a heel prick test for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in England.

Weekend cooldown to mark end of heatwave for some
Temperatures are set to fall by several degrees in some areas, including parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England.

New monkey species with orange lips found 'hiding' in DR Congo forest
Scientists describe "amazing feeling" to look into the face of an animal that so few people knew existed.

Families of 43 victims await verdict in Genoa bridge disaster
A large section of the giant Morandi motorway bridge crumbled and collapsed on to the railway tracks below.

Orange haze from Canada wildfires seen in Ontario and northern US
There are currently 838 wildfires actively burning across the country, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it 'better behave'
US President Donald Trump says he is yet to decide whether or not he will "finish off" Iran.

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.

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.

'We had the spirit': England fans on semi-final loss to Argentina
Argentina scored two late goals to secure their spot in the final against Spain.

Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams in semi-final
Argentina shatter England's World Cup dreams, scoring two late goals to come from behind and knock out Thomas Tuchel's side, in a dramatic semi-final in Atlanta.

Argentina fans celebrate World Cup win over England
Argentina fans at home and in the US celebrate their progression to the World Cup 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.

The 'heartbreaking' OCD that can make you doubt your relationship
Relationship OCD is gaining awareness, but limited data means little in known about how common the condition is.

A Cold War bunker gets a luxury makeover as 'doomsday' condos
A former Canadian government nuclear bomb shelter in rural Nova Scotia may soon be home to the country’s first large-scale luxury survival shelter.

Celebrity influencers paid up to £1m to advertise deodorant on Instagram
The chief executive of Wild reveals what happens behind the scenes of social media posts.

Bangkok's bar fire is the city's latest deadly blaze - will anything ever change?
The same horrific scenes have played out before, spurring calls for action. So why has this happened again?

The Papers: 'World Cup dream over' and 'Mahmood for chancellor'
England's World Cup "dream" ends and Andy Burnham is "poised" to make Shabana Mahmood his chancellor - Thursday's papers.

'I must get out into the free world', dissident who fled China on boat tells BBC
Dong Guangping, who has resettled in Canada, recounts his perilous escape from China to South Korea.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Five arrested after Hong Kong police raid independent bookshops
Officials say they are suspected of selling "seditious" books which incited "hatred" against authorities.

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.

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.

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