Local Wisconsin News

Starting Tuesday rainy, ending it dry
Showers and storms gradually clear out of the state.

Packers seeking answers on offensive line after failing to protect Love in season-opening collapse
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur noted the importance of settling on a starting five soon to build cohesiveness.

Salah Sarsour awaits ruling after final immigration hearing
A judge will decide whether Salah Sarsour, leader of Wisconsin’s largest mosque, can stay in the U.S. after a final immigration hearing.

Green Bay leaders defend Flock cameras amid community concerns
Green Bay will keep its Flock license plate reader cameras while tightening search, sharing and data retention rules.

States, cities sue over Trump rule seeking to deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits
California, Colorado, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Mexico and Wisconsin are among the states involved in the legal challenge.

23-year-old suspect shot and killed by police, officer injured in chase
MPD had been attempting to pull over a car matching the description of one that was wanted in the City of Glendale for a “shots fired incident.”

Oak Creek police investigate catalytic converter thefts from school buses
Catalytic converter thefts sidelined 37 Go Riteway vehicles in Oak Creek, forcing families to find rides before routes resumed Monday.

Brewers nominate Christian Yelich for the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award
It's Yelich's second time receiving the honor in the last three years. He also received the nomination in 2023.

‘It’s a double whammy’: Lodi school leaders raise concerns over proposed transmission line
One option for a proposed 190-mile transmission line could cut through the Lodi School Forest, raising concerns.

Milwaukee congresswoman wants to exempt former foster youth from SNAP work requirement
President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and policy law that was signed last year eliminated the exemption.

Kenosha County District Attorney’s law license suspended
A memo said Solis’ license was suspended for “willfully failing to cooperate with one or more OLR investigations into alleged misconduct.”

Wisconsin fire departments see funding boost through 2% fire dues program
DSPS is distributing more than $38 million to over 800 fire departments across the state.

Milwaukee bar draws Packers fans for kickoff against Vikings
Packers fans packed Kelly’s Bleachers in Milwaukee for the season opener, bringing optimism, food specials and hopes for a strong year.

Pumpkin season begins at Lindner's Pumpkin Farm in New Berlin
Lindner's Pumpkin Farm in New Berlin opened pumpkin season with 6,000 pumpkins, fall activities and expectations for a stronger crop.

'A life-changing moment': St. Vincent de Paul staff use naloxone to save overdose victim
As Milwaukee County overdose deaths decline, first responders are crediting naloxone training.

Vikings close with 29 straight points to beat rival Packers as Wentz replaces injured Murray
Jordan Love, who had been brilliant against a relentlessly blitzing defense, melted down along with the rest of the team by losing a fumble on a sack

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers 2026 season starts like 2025 season ended
All during the offseason and training camp, the Packers vowed to finish better.

GOP congressman from Wisconsin tearfully recounts surviving emergency plane landing in lake
The pilot “said we are going down,” Tiffany, a Republican, told reporters at a downtown Wausau firehouse.

Eugenio Suárez hits a 3-run homer to lift Reds past Brewers 4-3 and avoid a winless road trip
Reds pitchers contained the Brewers, who scored 33 runs in the first two games of the three-game series.

Trump says he'll consider releasing 9/11 records after families' request
Families have asked Trump to declassify and release relevant records.

World News

State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%
The increase has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness.

Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards
The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory.

Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win
He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.

Supreme Court blocks Trump's plan to restrict mail-in ballots
The Trump administration had asked the court to lift a federal judge's temporary block on new rules for mail-in ballots.

Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter
The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment.

US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons
The US Air Force Secretary says the weapons are necessary to defend the country against enemy action.

Fall in small boat Channel crossings down to law enforcement, agency says
But other factors, including developments in the Middle East, may also be playing a role.

Harry and Meghan change children's school over security concerns
It is understood that the couple's private security team had cited concerns about difficulties in making the school run route secure.

Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption
Trains were cancelled or delayed on Tuesday after objects were found on tracks at multiple locations.

Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.

UK set to turn cooler as unsettled weather continues
As temperatures drop through the week and it starts to feel more autumnal, is it now time to put the summer clothes away?

Watch: Emotional tributes and superstars at glittering ceremony
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.

The winners and nominees in full
Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo are among the stars nominated for acting prizes.

Memorable moments and everything you couldn't see on TV
Backstage, the winners continued the celebrations off-screen and addressed some of the ceremony's most viral moments.

In pictures: Zendaya, Selena Gomez and other stars light up red carpet
Stars from the latest hit TV shows turn out at the biggest night in the US TV calendar.

I was paid thousands to start a new life in small town America
Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.

Watch: What's behind the decision to review Harry and Meghan's UK security?
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are going to be given a review of their publicly-funded security after their return to live in the UK.

From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter - Bob Mackie's designs in pictures
Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.

Pokémon fans prepare for 'biggest day in a decade'
Collectors are eagerly awaiting the first release of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading cards.

Chris Mason: Row over Reform's mega donations has mileage in it yet
The £72m heading towards Reform UK's coffers is transforming the debate at Westminster about politics and money.

Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport, sprinter Hunt says
British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney is a part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.

Two dead after car hits group of pedestrians
A vehicle hit four people before colliding with two cars on White Rose Way in Doncaster, police say.

Balaclava ban comes into force in Nottingham city centre
Nottingham becomes one of the first cities nationally to take this action, its council leader said.

London misses out to Nairobi in World Athletics bid
London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.

Mass nesting brings swarms of turtles to Mexican beach
Thousands of turtles arrived at La Escobilla beach in Oaxaca within 48 hours, sanctuary officials said.

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London loses bid to host 2029 World Athletics as Nairobi named host
London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.

Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport - Hunt
British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned about the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney being part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.

Spurs' Richarlison posts crying emoji after being left out of Liverpool tie
Richarlison publicly expresses his displeasure at Roberto de Zerbi's decision to leave him out of Tottenham's squad for Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool.

How did they get the Madring track so wrong? - F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Spanish Grand Prix.