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'It's almost always police and fire going to the same incident': Green Bay's dual drone first responder program deployment
The technology allows law enforcement to get a visual of a scene before sending out an officer.

HHS Sec. Kennedy announces new office to help transition away from animal testing
This comes on the day Ridglan Farms announced all its dogs will be sold or donated by the end of August.

Independent police monitor releases report on 2024 in-custody death
Richard Johnson’s death was originally ruled an accident.

Republicans use Democrats’ Dairy Month mistake against them
One political analyst said posting images of bulls instead of dairy cows a “culturally inappropriate mistake.”

Jacob Misiorowski, Jackson Chourio receive co-NL Players of the Week honors
It was a dominant week for two of the Milwaukee Brewers young stars.

Milwaukee mayor talks curbing summer violence, FBI 2020 election probe
The City of Milwaukee is investing in youth programs to get students, now out of school, involved in programs.

Spotty showers Tuesday with more rain Wednesday
Areas of heavy rain and localized flooding may be likely Wednesday.

Brewers bring 'Wisco Way' mural series to Eau Claire
The mural is tentatively scheduled for its official unveiling on Thursday, July 23, in coordination with Downtown Eau Claire's Water Street Faire.

‘I’m open to anything’: Gov. Evers weighs in on future of Knowles-Nelson Stewardship fund expiring this month
“If we don't get anything done before when I leave, I'm convinced that it's going to be a money thing,” Gov. Evers said.

Ridglan Farms to shut down as rescue group secures release of 475 more dogs
The Center for a Humane Economy said its attorney negotiated the release of 350 beagles immediately and the remaining 150 later this summer.

Madison Symphony Orchestra marks 100 years
Executive Director Robert Reed joined Spectrum News to share how it's accomplished this feat.

Phantom Lake YMCA Camp celebrates 130 years
It's one of the oldest YMCA camps in North America.

‘Water for Elephants’ brings the circus to Madison for its Wisconsin premiere
The show, based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, will be at the Overture Center for the Arts from June 16-21.

Navigating grief and loss on Father's Day
You're not alone.

Nancy Gruber, philanthropist and owner of Gruber Law Offices, dies
Wife to David Gruber, she died on June 7, according to an online obituary.

38-year-old man drowns in Nagawicka Lake
The man had been on a boat with five people on it when he ended up in the water and never resurfaced.

Suspect dies, deputy injured in Town of Elba disturbance
The incident happened at River Run Dog Park, when deputies responded to reports of a man that was intoxicated and causing a disturbance.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

Need for Milwaukee VA ride programs seeing an increase due to construction 
Both the DAV and the VA’s Veteran Transportation Service said they are seeing an increase in veteran riders.

3 tornadoes touched down in storms last week, NWS says
That means there have now been 31 tornadoes in the Badger State this year.

World News

Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals
Evidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups.

Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal
A government spokesman tells the BBC that the current offer "does not do enough to protect consumers or the environment".

Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says country's watchdog
The claims also prompted a response from UK media regulator Ofcom, who called them "deeply concerning".

Trump says deal to end war with Iran already signed and details to be released 'pretty soon'
Trump says Strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but there is still confusion about the exact contents of the agreement.

What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates
Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility?

Witnessing joy amid the death: BBC travels to epicentre of Ebola outbreak
There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170.

Eight people dead after US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has been used by the US military since the 1950s.

Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted baby
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.

Labour risks handing power to Reform without drastic change, says union leader
Andrea Egan tellls the BBC that Labour haven't delivered and her election demonstrated that members were desperate to have their voices heard.

Bonnie Tyler out of coma but 'very unwell' after emergency surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was put in an induced coma after emergency intestinal surgery.

Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged
An Indian national is charged with contravening sanctions after the tanker was detained.

VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch'
Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" that he was "unaware" of.

The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut
Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.

World Cup quiz: Name these top nations' leading scorers
We want you to name the leading scorer from each of the top 20 countries according to Fifa's global rankings.

'Social media firms hit back' and 'Arson attack on Starmer linked to Russia'
Several of the papers are leading on Sir Keir's plan to ban social media for under-16s in the UK, which was announced on Monday.

Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.

When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.

Bowen: Iran deal ends Trump's war that revealed limit of US dominance
The deal to end fighting and re-open the Strait of Hormuz leaves the sides where they were 24 hours before the war - only with thousands now dead.

What did Trump do differently to Obama on Iran?
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the contrasting approaches of the two presidents as Trump touts a new peace deal.

Williamson: Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.

How adoptive parents' lies unravelled to reveal 'reign of terror'
Preston Davey died in hospital in July 2023 after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands.

SpaceX IPO raised $10bn more than thought
The company's listing raised $87.5bn, compared with the $75bn it was initially thought.

California's Gavin Newsom alleges justice department is investigating his wife and ex-staff
A source familiar with the investigations said they had been ongoing for "roughly a year'".

Under-16s to be banned from TikTok, YouTube and other social media by next spring, Starmer says
Sites including Instagram, YouTube and TikTok will become inaccessible for millions of children, the prime minister has announced.

Man arrested for allegedly pushing woman in front of bus in 2017
A 44-year-old man is in custody over the incident where a woman appeared to be shoved into the path of a bus.

Henry Nowak killer's sentence referred to Court of Appeal under unduly lenient scheme
The sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of the murder of Henry Nowak, has been referred to the Court of Appeal.

Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension
The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models.

Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules
The Home Office had challenged a High Court ruling that the group's proscription should be quashed.

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Social Media Ban For Under-16s
Under-16s to be banned from social media Keir Starmer announces.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?
Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history

UK announces U16 social media ban
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces a ban for under-16s from major social media platforms