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Stormy start to the weekend
Strong to severe storms slice state Friday night into Saturday.

‘This is a last-ditch resort’: Thousands of protesters expected at Ridglan Farms on Sunday
Organizers estimate there will be around 2,000 protesters.

Tips for avoiding scams when seeking repairs after severe storm damage
DATCP said consumers should avoid hiring anyone who comes to their door.

New EMS district deploys to cover 7 rural communities, aims to reduce response times
The Sugar River EMS District will serve nearly 10,000 people who live in southern Dane County and northern Green County.

NWS confirms at least 10 tornadoes touched down in storms this week
NWS said there was one on Monday, eight on Tuesday and one on Wednesday.

Brewers finding unusual ways to manufacture runs while key hitters are injured
Milwaukee has scored three runs or less in six of its last eight games.

Packers' lack of a first-round pick will test GM Gutekunst's ability later in draft
Green Bay sent its 2026 and 2027 first-round picks to the Cowboys last August as part of the package to acquire All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons.

More severe weather ahead Friday
After a short break in the action, we quickly turn active once again this afternoon and evening.

Torrential rain impacts tenants of sued Milwaukee landlord
Ishon Arnold and Samantha Gamble say the rain is leaking through their collapsed roof.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, Milwaukee Film Festival, Midwest Horse Fair
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Milwaukee leaders provide update on flood cleanup efforts
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, along with some city department heads, gathered Thursday afternoon to provide an update on cleanup efforts.

Brewers capitalize on three straight bunts to score go-ahead run in 2-1 win over Blue Jays
Garrett Mitchell scored the go-ahead run as the Milwaukee Brewers bunted three straight times in the seventh inning.

No action taken yet on special session to ban partisan gerrymandering
Despite lawmakers being at the State Capitol Thursday, both chambers of the Legislature remained empty.

Marquette University sees significant flooding after Wednesday night
Carpenter Tower temporarily lost power and an emergency backup generator is operating at the building.

New London battles flooding as water levels could be historic by weekend
For three days city crews, residents and volunteers have been working against the Wolf and Embarrass rivers in New London.

First Lady supports Wisconsin congresswoman’s foster care legislation
Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wis., said it’s a fulfillment of her own destiny to look out for foster youth.

PHOTOS: Floodwaters inundate Wisconsin streets, buildings after multiple rounds of severe weather
Many have found themselves trapped inside cars and several roadways have been closed.

Here's an estimate of how much it's rained so far in Wisconsin since Monday
Wisconsin has also surpassed its record for the amount of severe weather warnings that have been issued in April.

Man killed by lightning in Waukesha
Police said the man, who was in his 40s, was believed to have been struck when he was walking through a parking lot during last night’s storms.

NOAA explains how technology plays a major role in forecasting tornadoes
The President of Wisconsin Emergency Management talks about how they stay on top of active weather days to keep residents safe.

World News

Key questions facing government over Mandelson vetting
It's emerged that Lord Mandelson did not pass inital security vetting checks ahead of taking up the role of ambassador to the United States.

Former Radio 1 DJ and Live Aid presenter Andy Kershaw dies aged 66
The broadcaster was known for his eclectic taste and for helping champion world music on BBC Radio 1.

Kensington Gardens shut after claims of drones near Israeli embassy
It comes after a group claimed to have targeted the Israeli Embassy in an online video post.

Man found guilty of 2003 rape which saw an innocent man jailed for 17 years
Paul Quinn, 52, is found guilty of the rape for which Andrew Malkinson was jailed for 17 years.

Lamborghini among 160,000 cars seized as uninsured driving reaches 17-year high
Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.

Harry and Meghan meet Bondi shooting survivors
On the fourth day of their Australian visit, the royal couple pay tribute to the 15 people killed in the Bondi shooting.

Woman arrested over death of girl found in pond
South Yorkshire Police say a woman in her 30s has been arrested following Nyla May Bradshaw's death.

Finance ministers and top bankers raise serious concerns about Mythos AI model
Experts say Mythos potentially has an unprecedented ability to identify and exploit cyber-security weaknesses.

Three charged with arson on Persian media offices
Two teenagers and a 21-year-old man appear in court charged with arson with intent to endanger life.

Oil prices plunge as Iran says Strait of Hormuz 'open' during ceasefire
Brent crude sinks 10% after Iran says the key waterway is completely open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.

Some Iran-linked ships have crossed US blockade, data suggests
At least four vessels tracked from Iranian ports appear to have crossed a US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, analysis of ship-tracking data suggests.

BBC in Iran: 'Tehran does not think it has lost this war'
Lyse Doucet says Iranians want a solution to the long-running animosity with the US, but leaders is not willing to make a deal on Washington's terms.

Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remain
The halt to weeks of fighting is being celebrated in Lebanon, but it will be difficult to ensure it lasts.

Iranian footballers say Australia has given them 'hope' for safe future
The duo had sought aslyum after their football team did not sing the national anthem during a match.

Avengers reassemble and Ariana meets the Fockers - Hollywood studios preview new movies
Some of the most hotly anticipated new films of the next couple of years are previewed at CinemaCon.

How developed vetting works - and what happens when someone fails it
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.

Can Oli Sykes still scream? Bring Me The Horizon re-recording debut 2006 album
The band is revisiting debut deathcore album Count Your Blessings to mark its 20th anniversary.

What is Claude Mythos and what risks does it pose?
The company's claim the AI tool can outperform humans at some hacking and cyber-security tasks has sparked fears in the financial world.

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'
The US actress will star opposite Richard E Grant in a new production of Noel Coward's comedy Hay Fever.

What it's really like to try to make it to F1
BBC Sport explores the financial reality of two drivers with experience of trying to climb the motorsport ladder to reach Formula 1.

Weekly quiz: What did Trump say about the Pope?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Rising value of Pokémon cards sparks smash and grab crime spree
Small shops across the UK are being targeted by thieves stealing collectibles worth thousands of pounds.

Peacock terrorises 92-year-old farmer's chickens
The peacock initially got along with the chickens before running riot on the farm, the farmer says.

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth
Young people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.

XL bully owner jailed after man, 84, 'savaged'
Sean Garner's dog had to be shot 10 times by police after attacking his elderly neighbour.

Mental health support to be offered to people with diabetes in UK first
People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says.

Family 'skimped to get by' during toddler's cancer treatment
There is a bespoke fund to cover travel costs for families of children undergoing cancer treatment - but it only applies in England.

Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl
The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.

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Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump?
Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats

Mandelson Failed Security Vetting…Who Knew What, When?
Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest
Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.