Local Wisconsin News

3 things to watch in Packers preseason
The Packers open their preseason Thursday night in Pittsburgh against Mike McCarthy’s Steelers.

Fond du Lac, one of several Wisconsin communities, offering relocation incentives
Wisconsin is making a multi-million-dollar investment to attract people to move to the state.

You'll still need your umbrella at times this weekend
Better chance for rain will be Saturday.

Still dealing with fog and rain Thursday
Best chance for rain will once again be for areas farther south.

Padres win 4-3 in 11 innings to sweep MLB-leading Brewers
Merrill hit a tying sacrifice fly in the 11th inning and Luis Campusano followed with a two-out single to bring in Sun-Mung Song from second base.

'An unfortunate error': Milwaukee election results delayed after upload mistake
The city’s results were delayed into Wednesday morning after five of nine memory cards contained audit logs instead of the election results.

Wisconsin State Fair food vendors bring unique flavors inspired by the state
At this 11-day event, attendees can find more than 170 different food and drink vendors.

‘There’s not a dime's worth of difference’: Tom Tiffany says he was ready to take on any Democratic challenger in November
Tiffany will face David Crowley, though many Republicans had hoped socialist Francesca Hong would have won on Tuesday night.

David Crowley begins campaign trail as Democratic nominee
David Crowley narrowly defeated Francesca Hong in a tightly contested primary race.

How Crowley’s win could impact the campaign for Wisconsin’s third congressional district
Incumbent Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden expected Francesca Hong to win the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor.

'He's very vocal': Zaire Franklin joins Packers linebackers
Franklin essentially replaces Quay Walker at linebacker and wasted no time becoming a leadership presence for the Packers.

Derecho leaves path of destruction in the Midwest
Severe thunderstorms related to the storm complex produced damaging winds across six states.

Report shows I-94 project could last longer without changes
WisDOT could reduce or eliminate the delay by starting parts of the project earlier than intended.

'Today begins a new chapter': David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor over progressive Francesca Hong
Crowley is vying to become Wisconsin’s first Black governor.

Voters in Wrightstown don’t want large data center developments
A total of 87% voted “No” to a referendum question asking if the village should authorize or participate in any public improvements related to them.

A democratic socialist is locked in a tight race with a moderate in the Wisconsin governor primary
Democrat Cooke will be in repeat race against Rep. Derrick Van Orden.

Cooke wins Democratic primary in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, sets rematch with Van Orden
Cooke is making her second run against Van Orden, who defeated her in the 2024 general election.

Tiffany advances to November, campaigns on affordability and government accountability
Speaking after his primary victory, the Republican from Minocqua said the race presents voters with a clear choice about Wisconsin’s future.

Luke Rengifo's grand slam against former team helps Padres to 11-2 win over Brewers
Rengifo was released by the Brewers on June 23 and signed a minor league deal with the Padres six days later.

Van Orden to face Cooke again in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District race
Van Orden, who is seeking a third term representing western and central Wisconsin, narrowly defeated Cooke by about 11,000 votes in 2024.

World News

Water bills set to rise for many after firms permitted extra funding
Ofwat has given provisional approval for 13 water companies to charge customers more to pay for investments.

Man, 102, dies after alleged pub assault
Phillip Ormerod was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died, police have confirmed.

The key signs you may have damaged your eyes by looking at the eclipse
Symptoms after looking at the sun without eclipse glasses can include blurred vision

Watch: Key moments from Karoline Leavitt's White House tenure as Trump says she will leave post
Leavitt became the youngest press secretary in the country's history when she took the job in January 2025 at age 27.

Harvey Nichols bought by owner of Sports Direct
The department store made famous by sitcom Absolutely Fabulous had warned it would cease trading.

Heatwaves drive A&E attendances up to record high
More than 2.4 million visits in each of last three months, as unions warn of inhumane conditions.

Met chief accepts mistakes made over Simon Levy but defends investigation into murders
Critics - including Labour MP Jess Phillips - have accused the Met of overlooking the first murder carried out by Levy.

UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.

More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers
Two Palestinian families in the village of Qusra say they have been trapped in their homes, with water and power cut off, since Sunday.

Voting under way in Clacton by-election
Voters will choose between 34 candidates - the most to stand in any British parliamentary election.

Results, appeals and resits - what to do if things don't go to plan
Your full guide to A-level results day, including what to do if you are not happy with your grades.

How to get the most out of clearing
From listing potential outcomes to picking up the phone, these are some top tips for getting through clearing.

How do I apply for an apprenticeship and what will I get paid?
Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer.

Everything you need to know about university costs
With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?

Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC
In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only "destroy Ukraine, not conquer it", with the war now in its fifth year.

How can Nigerian singer Ayra Starr honour her roots as she goes global?
The musician shares the personal stories behind her third album, and the time she teased a legend.

Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend
Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.

Iran has shaken Trump's Republican support - is his base sticking with him?
Munitions for the war are made in Kingsport, Tennessee, where some of the president's most loyal supporters are wrestling with higher prices.

Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather
Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.

Your heatwave tips on how to cope in extreme temperatures
From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.

No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan
Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.

Why heatwaves hit women harder
Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.

Scientists invent 'world's greenest party balloon'
Imperial College London experts say standard party balloons can take years to break down.

Leading doctor rebukes NHS chiefs over transplant failings
NHS Blood and Transplant's medical director says waiting lists for organ operations are unfair but leaders are not solving the issue.

UK economy grows but experts warn of challenging months ahead
Hot weather and the men's football World Cup boosted the economy but the Iran war may weigh on growth

Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift: 'Best night of my life'
In the comments, Kelce called Swift his "wife" for first time and said it was a "childhood dream" to wed at Madison Square Garden.

Eurovision Song Contest 2027 to be held in Burgas, Bulgaria
The Black Sea location has been selected after Bulgarian singer Dara won this year's contest.

Residents' 'absolute fear' as massive fire destroyed their homes
Residents have been evacuated after a large fire involving six homes in Caerphilly county.

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Andy Burnham's Emergency Cobra Meeting On Extreme Heat
Prime Minister Andy Burnham chairs an emergency Cobra committee meeting.

Is Trump trying to influence foreign elections?
In Brazil and elsewhere, leaders raise concerns over alleged election meddling by the US.

Philomena Cunk examines life and existence
Mockumentary from Charlie Brooker starring Diane Morgan