Local Wisconsin News

Lake Geneva businesses ready for Independence Day weekend despite heat wave
Visitors are already converging on Lake Geneva, the popular lakeside destination has become a go-to spot for summer celebrations.

Senate Republicans request more documents from Department of Justice
The request is a continuation of the Senate's investigation into outside influences possibly affecting the DOJ.

Storms caused damage from Ripon to Green Bay Wednesday morning
Much of Wisconsin is enduring high temperatures and humidity.

Heat holds in central and eastern U.S. mid to late week
Temperatures will be in the 90s to triple digits across much of the country this week.

Summerfest allows sealed water bottles amid extreme heat
Officials said they're making the temporary changes as temperatures are predicted to stay in the 80s and 90s.

More heat, humidity and storms ahead
Some storms may be strong to severe Wednesday night into Thursday.

‘Feels like I've made it:’ Congressional Art Competition winner visits D.C.
Isabella Rotizza, a high school sophomore, won the competition in Rep. Bryan Steil’s district.

Physical therapist shares insight to prevent golf injuries
Physical therapist Dan Leib joined Spectrum News 1 to talk about what golfers can do to stay healthy throughout the season.

UW hires Shawn Eichorst as its new athletic director
Eichorst replaces interim A.D. Marcus Sedberry and Chris McIntosh, who left U.W. in April to take a job with the Big Ten.

Foods to Help You Cool Down
Consider adding a few foods to your diet to help combat the extreme heat.

MLB selects Rattlers’ Luis Peña, No. 1 Brewers prospect Jesús Made for All-Star Future Game
Peña has made a name for himself while with the Rattlers this season.

How hot was it in Wisconsin on the last day of June?
Here's what the NWS preliminarily recorded during the heat wave.

Where to see July 4 fireworks this year in Wisconsin
Here’s some fireworks and celebrations happening in major Wisconsin cities.

Thousands without power in Fox Valley area as storms roll through
The outages come as Wisconsin is facing a heat wave, coupled with humid conditions.

President Trump approves $22.6 million in disaster relief for Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers criticized Trump, saying he and Wisconsinites "will believe it when we see it."

Connecting Milwaukee teens to summer work
Milwaukee County, city and school district leaders are offering paid internships to high school students.

Where you can see the Bob Uecker documentary
Marcus Theaters in Wisconsin will host the film across 14 of its theaters.

Major road projects in Wisconsin that may impact your Fourth of July travel
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation released a list of projects to be aware of ahead of July 4, as traffic may be slower in these areas.

Fans offer one more toast to Bob Uecker at mural dedication
The giant mural in Milwaukee is a tribute to Uecker, who broadcast Brewers games for 54 seasons before passing away last year.

Will rain impact your 4th of July plans?
We will see a chance for storms this weekend.

World News

Superstar Kane produces his biggest England moment
Harry Kane's England career is filled with great moments - his World Cup rescue act against DR Congo in Atlanta is his greatest, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Aunt of Venezuelan boy pulled from rubble tells BBC she will give him 'mother's warmth'
Kleiber Moran, 2, was rescued on Wednesday, six days after last week's deadly earthquakes.

Turkish police beat us with iron rods before we lost limbs to frostbite, Afghans say
The young migrants heading to Europe say they were stripped and had their hands tied in freezing temperatures.

From Truman's pension to Trump's billions - a White House windfall unmatched by any president
Historians say Trump's $2.2bn income last year is unprecedented and blurs the line on conflicts of interest.

Third UK heatwave increasingly likely as 30C temperatures forecast
Temperatures are forecast to climb throughout the weekend, potentially leading to a heatwave being declared in parts of the UK

Don't expect trackers to save your stolen car, experts say
Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.

Teenage boy injured after shooting in Birmingham
The boy was taken to hospital to be treated for "potentially life-threatening" gunshot injuries, police said in a statement.

Watch: Two people climb to highest point of Empire State Building
The two were atop the 1,454 ft (443 m) building for at least ten minutes and displayed a large banner before climbing down.

Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years
Lloyds says it remains committed to the town of Halifax and very little will change for customers.

More than 300 arrests in organised immigration crime crackdown
The National Police Chiefs' Council says said the five-day operation led to hundreds of arrests and seizures of more than £1m in cash.

Lethal Weapon actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
The four-time Emmy winner said his movements, speech and memories have slowed since receiving his diagnosis.

Watch full highlights as England come from behind to beat DR Congo
Harry Kane scores twice as England come from behind to beat DR Congo in a tense World Cup encounter in Atlanta, and set up a last-16 meeting with Mexico.

England into last 16 - what is their path to the final?
BBC Sport takes a look at what England will need to do to reach the final after progressing the last 16

Lions sneak through - but who had a nightmare start? Player ratings
BBC Sport England reporter Alex Howell rates the players after the World Cup comeback win over DR Congo - plus have your say.

Watch: Fans react to tense World Cup game
England Captain Harry Kane rescued England from a major upset, with two late goals, after DR Congo took an early lead.

Apple butter, sightseeing and puppets: How UK is marking US independence milestone
As America turns 250 years old, people across the pond are running events of their own to mark the big breakup.

As Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prepare to tie the knot, we look back at their relationship
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.

Diesel sees biggest monthly fall in 26 years. What's happening to fuel prices?
When the US-Israel war with Iran began, fuel costs jumped, but they are now plummeting as hope of lasting peace grows.

Banned by Beijing, this comedian is taking his act to Chinese speakers abroad
Chizi, one of China’s biggest stand-up comedians, has found a new stage after falling afoul of China's censors.

Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticised what she called a missing £5bn in the defence investment plan.

Burnham calls for grooming gang ringleader to be deported
The Labour leadership hopeful says he will "ask the home and foreign secretaries to review all possible options".

Judge 'wrong' to spare boy rapists from custody, court told
Three teenage boys convicted of rape should have been detained, the Court of Appeal hears.

Greek politician's mother dies of wounds after arson attack
Three separate attacks involving petrol bombs and other improvised devices took place in Thessaloniki in the early hours of Wednesday.

Tens of thousands rush for tickets to see Bayeux Tapestry in UK
The historic masterpiece will travel from France to go on display on UK soil for the first time.

Teachers in England to get 3.5% pay rise
Schools will need to fund some of the increase, which unions say will further stretch existing budgets.

Controversial bishops ordained as Pope warns of 'schism' in Catholic Church
Thousands of worshippers attended a ceremony in the Swiss Alps as part of the breakaway Society of Saint Pius X.

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What Does It Cost To Keep The UK Safe?
The government releases it’s long awaited defence investment plan.

Has the Supreme Court just made Trump the most powerful president in history?
A landmark decision expands Trump’s presidential power

Genuine superstar Kane produces his biggest England moment
Harry Kane's England career is filled with great moments - his World Cup rescue act against DR Congo in Atlanta is his greatest, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Kane scores twice as England come from behind to reach last 16
Harry Kane scores twice as England come from behind to beat DR Congo in a tense World Cup encounter in Atlanta, and set up a last-16 meeting with Mexico.

No time for England to adapt to altitude - Tuchel
Mexico will have a "huge advantage" against England in the World Cup last-16 tie because of the altitude of the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, says head coach Thomas Tuchel.