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We debunk 13 Wisconsin voting myths
Voting myths may stop people from voting. Here's the truth behind those misconceptions.

City of Madison looking to take control of Highway 151
A deal is in the works to transfer parts of a major connecting highway from the state to the City of Madison.

Veolia gives inside look at Milwaukee wastewater facility amid mismanagement allegations
The Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility processes millions of gallons of wastewater every day.

Everyday Hero: Teen's tote bags turn creativity into climate action
Her goal is to raise $1,000 for Sustain Dane by the end of the summer.

We can breathe easy for the next several days
The next few days turn quiet with cooler temperatures and better air quality.

Milwaukee celebrates the legacy of legend Hank Aaron with new mural
On Monday, the Brewers organization honored the late major league baseball icon at Clinton Rose Senior Center with a brand new mural.

‘We have an anti-Hong traffic jam’: Major shakeups in race for governor as Rodriguez exits and Crowley reenters
Wisconsin’s race for governor looks a lot different coming out of the weekend than it did heading into it.

Air quality impacts the first day of EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh
Canadian wildfire smoke has forced some pilots to use Milwaukee, Madison and Chicago airports.

Wildfire smoke leading to noticeably more emergency room visits, ambulance calls
Smoke and fine particulate matter can trigger asthma attacks, COPD exacerbations, heart attacks and other serious health conditions.

Blue Star Mothers of Southeastern Wisconsin shares organization's mission for military members
Brenda Majewski, a proud military mother and member of the Blue Star Mothers, shared information about the work in the community.

Cudahy mayor shares update on commuter rail line and city affordability
Mayor Ken Jankowski joined Spectrum News 1's "Your Local Leaders" series to share about the area and his new endeavor in the public services role.

Women still make up less than 30% of Congress, despite making up 51% of population
One expert said "we all lose" if the voices of half the population are not well-represented on Capitol Hill.

How to keep the air inside your home clean during wildfires
Tiny particles in the air can cause a range of short-term and chronic health issues, experts say.

3 women's world records set at the annual Lumberjack World Championships in Wisconsin
Meredith Ingbretson set a world record in the Women's Boom Run, sprinting across the water and back over eight red cedar logs in 13.78 seconds.

Organization launches food pantry delivery on bikes
With prices on the rise, community organizations are getting creative with food deliveries to those in need. 

Handling EAA AirVenture’s other air traffic
Appleton Flight Center sees an annual spike in traffic when EAA’s AirVenture flies into town.

Severe weather causes struggles for Green Bay’s largest farmers market
The Farmers Market on Broadway is supposed to happen every Wednesday, but heavy rains have forced cancellations for most of the summer season.

Now Hiring: Outpost Natural Foods recruiting new employees
Outpost Natural Foods has dozens of positions open at its four grocery store locations in the greater-Milwaukee area.

Contreras' 3-run homer in the bottom of the 9th gives Brewers 3-1 win over Marlins
Fairbanks was trying to protect a one-run lead, and instead ended up with his third blown save that extended Miami’s losing streak.

'Allow me to reintroduce myself': David Crowley re-launches campaign for governor
Crowley is back in the race touting a full endorsement from Gov. Tony Evers.

World News

Ann Widdecombe was hit on head 21 times with hammer, prosecutors say
Joshua Kerry, 28, attacked Widdecombe while she was eating lunch at her home in Devon before stealing her wallet, prosecutors say.

London-based civil servants offered move to No 10 North in Manchester
London-based civil servants willing to move north have been told they will be offered relocation packages, the BBC understands.

Row escalates in Ukraine over army chief's future
Protesters are demanding Oleksandr Syrskyi be removed and former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov reinstated by Friday.

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for deaths of soldiers
Iran says it has hit two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as well as targets in Bahrain and Jordan.

Argentina's Fernandez defends team after ugly scenes in World Cup final loss to Spain
Midfielder Enzo Fernandez claims Argentina represented their nation "in the best possible way" in the World Cup.

Parts of the UK move closer to drought
Eight areas across England are now in prolonged dry weather – the stage before drought.

Thames Water announces hosepipe ban for 10 million
The water company said the three heatwaves contributed to the ban.

Russian warship carried out firing exercise off Plymouth coast
The Neustrashimy's live-fire exercise took place in international waters and lasted for 30 minutes.

Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to 'intensify' trade talks
The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.

Ryanair boss says 'foreign object' may have caused plane window incident
Passenger Ljubisa Karović was partially sucked out of a cabin window on the Boeing aircraft.

Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike
The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.

VAT to be cut from household electricity bills in October
Homes will save around £45 a year through the cut announced on Andy Burnham's first full day as prime minister.

Angela Rayner: Labour's working-class warrior bounces back
The potential contender to replace Keir Starmer is now back in the cabinet under Andy Burnham.

Who's in Andy Burnham's cabinet?
An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham

Chris Mason: Starmer ally takes swipe at Burnham's first big policy
Sir Keir Starmer's former right hand man Darren Jones says Andy Burnham's VAT cut is unfunded.

'I made £100,000 of TikTok sales in one day': The business of live shopping
Buying on social media livestreams is fast becoming regular consumer behaviour for many.

Your tips on getting a fussy child to eat, and six recipes they might love
Want to avoid battles over broccoli and squabbles over spinach? We've asked you for your advice on how to cope at mealtimes over the summer holidays.

Why Iran is risking so much over the Strait of Hormuz
None of the choices facing Iran’s leaders offer a clear path to victory, as the conflict with the US continues.

Bumblebees are struggling in UK heatwaves - but you can help them
The furry bodies of UK bumblebees are specially adapted for cold weather - making heatwaves a struggle.

How much money does the UK government borrow, and why does it matter?
The UK government borrows to fund day-to-day spending as well as long-term infrastructure projects.

The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks
The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.

Will the Tate brothers be extradited from the US to the UK?
Andrew and Tristan Tate are set to face extradition proceedings in the US as British prosecutors issued 38 new charges against the brothers.

Owners of viral TikTok blue lagoon warn people to stay away
Visitors flocked to see the 30m-deep (100ft) turquoise waters during the Covid pandemic.

Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to former rival Kevin Keegan
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says Kevin Keegan "carried the love of the game on his sleeve" as he paid tribute to his former rival.

B&M fined £2m over mice infestations
Mouse droppings and gnawed food are found after inspections at three stores in Birmingham.

Israeli air strike in Gaza City kills family of six, medics say
Firas al-Masri, his wife and their four children died in the attack, which the Israeli military says targeted a Hamas operative.

Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone' after Israeli withdrawal
A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.

Man found guilty of helping escaped prisoner Daniel Khalife
Adeel Khan, 32, from east London, assisted Khalife from within jail in the hours after his high-profile September 2023 escape.

Teenagers jailed for murdering 16-year-old in beach knife attack
Kayden Moy was fatally wounded during a confrontation on Irvine Beach in North Ayrshire in May 2025.

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Andy Burnham makes John Healey his chancellor as he assembles his cabinet.

Who is the new PM?
From Manchester mayor to prime minister; who is he and what does stand for?