Local Wisconsin News

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham has died after a brief and unexpected illness, his office says
The office did not provide any additional details about the South Carolina Republican, who was 71 years old.

Hot & sunny Sunday
Highs will reach the upper 80s and 90s for many.

Olbrich Botanical Gardens planning major expansion
The expansion is a direct result of increasing visitor numbers.

Trump threatens Iran after open calls for the U.S. leader's assassination during ayatollah's funeral
President Donald Trump made the threat on Truth Social, responding to Iranian threats against him.

Lincoln Avenue students, teachers and staff to relocate to Pulaski High School following fire
After meeting with families impacted, district leaders said keeping everyone together was their top priority.

Father of ALCS shooter loses appeal to dismiss charges
A three-judge panel of the 4th District Court of Appeals denied Jeffrey Rupnow's request in a July 8 ruling.

U.S. DOJ says it won’t comply with Milwaukee mask ban policy for ICE agents
In a letter sent to Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson and City Attorney Evan Goyke, the DOJ called it a “sanctuary policy."

What Supreme Court ruling means for transgender athletes in Wisconsin
The Supreme Court ruled that state governments have the authority to ban transgender athletes from female sports.

Classic car owners make the most of summer at Iola Car Show
Many show car owners in the upper Midwest have a limited window to get behind the wheel.

Here are some of the new foods this year at the Wisconsin State Fair
The fair, which runs from Aug. 6-16, is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year.

Brewers to host special benefit game for Venezuela
When the Brewers take on the New York Mets on July 21, fans can help support Venezuela.

Wisconsin Supreme Court rules AG Kaul can handle settlement funds
The ruling was 5-2, with conservative Justice Brian Hagedorn joining the four liberal members of the court.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Festa Italiana, Ride Across Wisconsin, Art Fair on the Square
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Bauers and Turang homers help the NL Central-leading Brewers beat the Cardinals 8-4
Milwaukee won four games in a series at St. Louis for the second time in franchise history and the first time since 2008.

SSM Health challenging votes in nurses' union election
In June, nurses at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital voted overwhelmingly to form a union.

Bastille Days returns to Cathedral Square Park in Milwaukee
It’s expected to bring in more than 250,000 visitors, making it one of the largest French-themed festivals in the United States.

‘Monty Python’s Spamalot’ brings its quest for the Holy Grail to Milwaukee
The slapstick comedy musical will be at the Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee from July 14-19.

UW-Green Bay program on cutting edge of farm runoff
UW-Green Bay and others have developed a pond wetland system near Kaukauna called the Agricultural Runoff Treatment System.

Gorgeous weather extends through the weekend
Dry weather and warmer temperatures arrive this weekend.

MPS records show unseen documents regarding 2025 lead paint crisis
Those never-before-seen documents include a letter from the district's embattled former facilities director.

World News

Watch full highlights as England ride luck in fierce Miami heat
Jude Bellingham scores twice, including an extra-time winner, as England come from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in Miami to reach the World Cup semi-finals.

Man arrested in South Yorkshire on suspicion of Ann Widdecombe murder
A 28-year-old white British national has been arrested in South Yorkshire, police say.

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief and sudden illness', his office says
The influential politician has just returned from Kyiv, where he met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday.

US launches fresh strikes as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz
The strikes follow an attack on a Cyprus -flagged vessel travelling through the critical waterway.

We are living fewer years in good health: Is the NHS part of the problem?
What is driving the UK's fall in healthy life expectancy?

Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next
Jude Bellingham again dazzles England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time greats.

'We should all be excited' - Messi set for first England meeting
Lionel Messi is set for his first match against England after Argentina beat Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals.

Tuchel angry at 'lucky' England - but Bellingham defends players
England head coach Thomas Tuchel is praised by former England players for saying his players "got lucky" in World Cup quarter-final win over Norway - but match-winner Jude Bellingham disagrees.

Watch fans react to every goal of England v Norway
The quarter-final of the World Cup saw the two teams face off in Miami, cheered on by fans back home.

T. rex could become most expensive fossil ever - but it's a ​problem for scientists
A 67 million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex will go on sale in New York with a pre-sale value of $30m.

Ice on testicles and donating blood - the myths sold to men trying to boost their sperm
With men’s fertility increasingly in the spotlight, we meet the men using unproven “hacks” promoted by influencers to up their sperm counts.

Why Gen Z chilling red wine is socially acceptable, especially in the summer heat
Drinking a red at room temperature only is a common belief but the heatwave might have changed that.

Wimbledon vs World Cup: Who wore their look best?
Wimbledon and the World Cup are known for high stakes and high fashion. Choose your favourite looks.

How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
The German supermarket's $9bn US push targets urban hubs like Manhattan. Can its discount model match Walmart?

How a viral seal called Neil caused mayhem in Australia
The five-year-old elephant seal attracted global attention during his recent time ashore in southern Tasmania.

'Exceptional' wildfire risk for parts of UK as heat health alerts issued
The warnings come as parts of the UK are set to enter their second week of temperatures above the heatwave threshold.

Ann Widdecombe murder probe: What we know so far
The former MP was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday morning.

Village in shock as 'horrific' Ann Widdecombe murder case unfolds
The residents of a tiny Devon village are left in shock after the death of Ann Widdecombe.

China evacuates nearly two million people as powerful typhoon makes landfall
Schools, work and outdoor activities have been suspended in Zhejiang province and many transport services cancelled.

Champion Sinner wary of Zverev before Wimbledon final
Recent history suggests Jannik Sinner should be confident of retaining his Wimbledon title - but he is wary of French Open champion Alexander Zverev.

'Fresh arrest in killing of Widdecombe' and 'Saved by the Bell'
New arrest after death of Ann Widdecombe and Bellingham brings it home for England leads Sunday's papers.

My son's ultra-rare diagnosis took eight years
Ben struggled to feed, failed to reach developmental milestones and had surgery to remove cataracts.

Berlin Wall in garden breaches planning rules
Steven Thorpe is told he has breached planning rules by installing a chunk of the wall by his house.

Artist sells garbage collected outside Taylor Swift's wedding
The cubes of trash artist Justin Gignac called "Pocket Garbage" were priced at $25 (£18) and $100 (£74), and sold out online.

Women-only gig group grows to 700 members
The Girly Gig Army allows women to go to events together in Eastbourne, Hastings and Brighton.

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What’s Andy Burnham’s plan to move power out of London?
Adam and Alex take a deep dive into Andy Burnham’s plan to move power out of London

The battle for Charlie Kirk’s legacy
Will young people still vote Republican after Kirk’s death?

Tuchel angry at 'lucky' England - but Bellingham defends players
England head coach Thomas Tuchel is praised by former England players for saying his players "got lucky" in World Cup quarter-final win over Norway - but match-winner Jude Bellingham disagrees.

Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next
Jude Bellingham again dazzles England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time greats.

McGregor injured 69 seconds into UFC comeback
Conor McGregor's return to the octagon against Max Holloway at UFC 329 lasts just 69 seconds after the Irishman suffers a knee injury.

'We should all be excited' - Messi set for first England meeting
Lionel Messi is set for his first match against England after Argentina beat Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals.