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Madison looks back as another police shooting reopens wounds
Artist Sharon Kilfoy says art continues to help Madison heal while preserving the city's memory.

'There's a lot of weariness': Madison community calls for police accountability after shooting
The demands come after police shot and killed a suspect on Wednesday afternoon.

Voter ID provision added to Wisconsin lawmaker’s bill to restrict stock trading
Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Janesville’s bill, would prevent lawmakers from buying individual stocks.

Universities, flight training programs make connections at EAA AirVenture
Aviation in North America is expected to need almost a half million people for open careers in the next 20 years.

25 states, DC sue Trump administration after it put conditions on receiving disaster funding
The suit argues that the administration is requiring states to transmit lists of registered voters to DHS and help it with immigration enforcement.

Severe weather usually shifts with summer's heat
Severe weather typically shifts north and becomes less frequent as summer progresses. However, 2026 has behaved differently than usual.

Dane County voters file lawsuit against WEC over absentee ballot ruling
WEC voted on July 9 that voters can't spoil their ballot unless there's a mistake or error.

Looking gorgeous again Friday
Expect another day of sunshine and lower humidity Friday.

Wisconsin has at least 105 cases of cyclosporiasis
According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, most of the cases are from international travel, while 20 were acquired inside the U.S.

Man shot, killed by police on Madison's east side after suspect slashes officer with knife
Chief Patterson acknowledged some videos of the shooting on social media people may find concerning, but urged the community to keep calm.

Neighbors remember missing 5-year-old Campbellsport child Robert ‘Bobby Joe’ Fritz
Authorities announced no remains were located in a more than 40-year-old cold case, but new potential evidence was found.

Changes coming to free meals program at Kenosha schools
For the past two years, all students in the Kenosha Unified School District (KUSD) were able to receive free breakfast and lunch.

Nearly 100 workers impacted after Shullsburg creamery, White Hill cheese plant close
The closure marks a major loss for Shullsburg, where cheese production has been part of the community’s identity for decades.

Joey Ortiz stays hot, going 3 for 3 in the Brewers' 4-3 win over the Mets
Ortiz is batting .373 (19 of 51) since July 4, improving his season average from .201 to .239.

Hong leads latest Marquette Poll, large percentage of voters still undecided
A new poll reflecting the rapid changes in the Democratic primary will be released next week.

Former Wisconsin Democratic chairman writes book about protecting democracy
Ben Wikler is on a multi-state tour to promote, “This Is The Plan.”

Wisconsin Center District Board officially fires Marty Brooks
The board voted 11-0 on Wednesday to terminate Brooks for cause.

About 100 air traffic controllers keep traffic moving in AirVenture’s airspace
Air traffic controllers at a mobile site in Fisk help pilots using Visual Flight Rules make their way to Wittman Regional Airport.

Ascension Wisconsin creates OB/GYN residency program to address recruitment, retention
Ascension Wisconsin created its own OB/GYN residency program to help with recruitment and retention.

Ground Zero Veterans Outreach helps veterans get lives back on track
Located in Union Grove, it offers free services, including insurance advising, rides to and from appointments, companionship, therapy dogs and more.

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Burnham pauses plan to release some prisoners early from September
The prime minister says no prisoners will be released until a review has been conducted.

Mum and daughter who died at beach were trying to save boy, 7
Shally Rahman and teenager Samiha Rahman were pulled from the water, emergency services say.

US imposes tariffs on dozens of trade partners over 'forced labour' imports
The tariffs target around 60 trading partners over claims they failed to properly stop forced labour.

Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May
The price of Brent crude rose more than 6% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.

PM to spend first day working from northern branch of No 10
Various ministers are also set to work regularly from the northern branch of Downing Street.

Rayner rules out repaying severance cash after making cabinet return
The returning housing secretary received £16,876 after leaving government in September 2025.

King's Tardis entrance as Commonwealth Games begin
King Charles III emerges from a Tardis and a Loch Ness Monster takes the stage at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Glasgow.

Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump
The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords.

UK 'ready to defend itself' after Iran says bases are 'legitimate targets'
An Iranian military group has issued a warning to the UK over allowing US forces to use British bases for strikes on Iran.

Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to tax them more
A group including the former England footballer write to the new PM telling him "we can afford it".

US lawmakers push for AI 'kill switch' after OpenAI goes rogue
A new bill would let the US government order the shutdown of AI models that pose a public threat.

Southport killer Axel Rudakubana moved to psychiatric hospital
Rudakubana was jailed for 52 years in 2025 for the murder of three young girls at a dance class.

Airport drop off fees up by a third - here's how to avoid unexpected charges
The cost of parking closest to the terminal has hit £10 at two of the UK's airports.

Could you run a country on just three hours of sleep? Japan's PM says she does
Japan’s prime minister Sanae Takaichi says she survives on zero to three hours a night, and people are reacting.

Frank Gardner: Houthi attacks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict and more global economic damage
The Iran-backed group in Yemen has threatened to target Saudi vessels in a vital shipping route.

What could happen to prisoner early release scheme now PM has paused it?
The PM's decision comes after a police officer's widow said the possible early release of his killers was "deplorable".

'Burnham eager to get drilling' and 'Tardis fit for a King'
The papers are focusing on different aspects of Andy Burnham's first week in the top job.

Pubs cheer business rates relief while other firms 'left out in the cold'
Pubs welcomed the support package, while other High Street firms asked why they were left out.

Influencer apologises for leaving bathtub on mountain
Tom Christopher carried the tub up the mountain in flip flops, before bathing in it at the summit.

Police failed to check Manchester synagogue attacker's phones despite arresting him twice
Greater Manchester Police apologises because Jihad Al-Shamie's devices were not reviewed before the attack.

Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi tanker as US launches more Iran strikes
The Iran-backed group, which previously announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia, also claims to have hit another vessel.

Wildfire spotted from space as helicopter brought in to tackle blaze
Data gathered by BBC Verify suggests an estimated 951 hectares of the Rhinogydd mountains have been burned.

France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west
Most of those evacuated were tourists from campsites around Arcachon Bay in France's Gironde region.

BBC's Fake or Fortune uncovers 'enormously important' painting worth £100,000
The painting by the 18th Century Scottish artist Katherine Read is thought to be worth more than £100,000.

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Andy Burnham Pauses Prison Early Release Plan
The Prime Minister orders an ‘urgent review’ into plan to release some prisoners early.

The Global Story: Is the Iran war back on?
The White House has asked Congress for billions more dollars in funding for the Iran war

Join the Addams Family on their epic haunted holiday
Unhappy to see you again. Gomez takes the family on a trip - what could go wrong?

Arsenal set to make £70m bid for Newcastle's Guimaraes
Arsenal are set to make a £70m offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes.

Defoe leaves Woking after 'eye-opening' first managerial role
Former England and Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe has described his first managerial job as an "eye-opening experience" following his departure from National League side Woking after just four months and nine matches in charge.

Littler cruises into Matchplay semis with win over Rock
World number one Luke Littler's World Matchplay title defence continues with a 16-7 quarter-final win over Josh Rock in Blackpool, as he averages 109.57.

Italy confirm Ancelotti approach before Guardiola
Italy held discussions with Carlo Ancelotti to become their national team manager before opening talks with Pep Guardiola.