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Resident voices concern over potential pollution from new data center in Ozaukee County
An analysis done by Clean Wisconsin is finding the center will be adding pollutants to the air which could impact the health of residents. 

Two Wisconsin students recognized as national STEM champions
One of them is seventh-grader Nikayla Washington of South Milwaukee and the other is Saanvi Muduganti, a freshman at Onalaska High School.

Getting warmer for the unofficial start of summer
Highs return back above average for Memorial Day.

Sunny and cooler for your Wednesday in Wisconsin
Highs drop back below average Wednesday.

Wisconsin faith leaders on edge following San Diego mosque shooting
On Tuesday, investigators searched the homes of two teenage gunmen, who are believed to have killed three people at a San Diego Mosque Monday.

Memorial Day cookouts will cost more, as higher fuel prices impact the cost of food
According to the Consumer Price Index, just from March to April, the price of uncooked ground beef and whole milk each rose about 3%.

Eric Nehm talks Giannis' future with the Bucks, hiring of Taylor Jenkins
Nehm also reflects on what the Bucks will do with the 10th pick in the NBA Draft and the chance for the Bucks to contend next year.

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.

Port of Green Bay reopens from flooding
Fast waters from April flooding dent economic impact of Port of Green Bay.

Records: Hundreds of police calls per year to Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Milwaukee Police Department records show 1,375 calls over the last 5.25 years.

Local Wisconsin theater receives national recognition from Tony Awards
American Players Theatre is getting a moment in the spotlight.

Beaver Dam man charged in disappearance of his wife
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New Berlin Veterans Memorial honors the fallen
Mary Jane Whitty, president of the organization, joined Spectrum News to talk about NBVMS’ mission.

Juneteenth celebrations happening across Wisconsin this year
Juneteenth is the federal holiday recognizing the end of slavery in the U.S.

Businesses face varied futures as Boomers sell, retire
About 6 million small- and medium-sized businesses could be up for sale in the next decade.

Everyday Hero: Janesville grandmother turns wedding gowns into angel gowns
Rosann Cassiopi volunteers 40 hours a week making angel gowns for national nonprofit.

How biomarkers blood tests can help detect dementia
The test looks for proteins linked to Alzheimer’s disease.

Jake Bauers homers, drives in 4 runs as the Brewers beat the Cubs 9-3 in series opener
Christian Yelich went deep for the second straight day as Milwaukee used a 13-hit attack to improve to 9-2 in its last 11 games.

Milwaukee County releases report detailing suicide rates
Researchers evaluated suicide deaths in the county over 22 years, from 2002 to 2024.

Residents want answers on proposed Midtown Center development
The site in question is the former Walmart that has sat empty for a decade at Midtown Center, near 60th and Capitol.

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Supermarkets hit back over pressure to cap price of milk, bread and eggs
A minister confirms talks have taken place but says there will be no mandatory cap on essential food prices.

Channel 4 boss 'deeply sorry' over MAFS UK rape allegations
Priya Dogra says a Panorama which included allegations from former cast members was "very troubling" to watch.

Inflation falls to 2.8% but is expected to rise from here
Energy prices were lower due to the government's energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war.

Arsenal fans and players celebrate title at Emirates at 5am
Arsenal have had to wait 22 years to celebrate a title win, and both the club's players and fans made sure to savour every second of it.

Kylie Minogue reveals she had second cancer diagnosis in 2021
In a new documentary, the star says she "got through it, again" following successful treatment in 2005.

Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump
Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.

More die of suspected Ebola as WHO warns that numbers will rise further
In its latest update, the World Health Organization says there have now been 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases.

Moped riding in shop is not a surprise on 'forgotten estate' where residents say they live in fear
Residents of a Grimsby estate blame anti-social behaviour on a lack of facilities for young people.

UK waters down new Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise
The change reflects increasing supply concerns over certain fuels due to the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump exerts iron grip on Republican Party with Massie defeated
Victory over a Republican rebel in Kentucky shows the president's strength but his power comes with risks for the midterms.

Empty rooms and Fifa cancellations - US hotels fear World Cup washout
The 2026 Fifa World Cup was supposed to provide a tourism boom for the United States, but now the fear is that may never materialise.

Was Married at First Sight UK an 'accident waiting to happen'?
Channel 4 has wider questions to answer after allegations made by three women who took part in the show.

Inside Arsenal's title win with boats, fire and a TikTok song
The inside story of how Mikel Arteta turned Arsenal from 'nearly men' into Premier League winners.

In Texas, Trump has backed a loyal ally - but he comes with baggage
Trump's move dismayed Senate Republicans, many of whom have served with the Texan for decades.

'Adenomyosis may be invisible, its impact is not'
One in 10 women live with adenomyosis yet sufferers say their pain is often dismissed.

Trump's Greenland envoy faces uphill battle on mission to make 'friends'
Jeff Landry's visit to the territory, a semi-autonomous part of Denmark, has touched a nerve among some Greenlanders.

What's happening to UK petrol and diesel prices?
Motoring group RAC warns pump prices could keep rising if there is no resolution to the Iran war.

Temperatures could reach 30C in bank holiday weekend heatwave
The warmest weather of the year is forecast over the bank holiday weekend as some places may reach the earliest 30 Celsius in the UK since 1952.

Lithuania's leaders take shelter during drone air alert
Flights were suspended and people were urged to take shelter after a suspected drone was detected near the Belarus border.

Adverts for sexual assault DNA self-swab kits banned as misleading
The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled Enough's online posts contained unproven claims.

Dozens arrested as specialist team targets romance fraudsters and scammers
The specialist team of financial crime experts is working "in the shadows" to hunt down scammers online.

Roll out air-conditioning in schools and hospitals for heatwaves, advisers say
Successive governments have failed to prepare the UK for extreme heat, the climate watchdog says.

Parents' fury at 'horrendous' deportation of abusive nursery worker after 15% of jail term
Roksana Lecka served 14 months of an eight-year sentence before she was deported to Poland.

Deputy British ambassador to US abruptly leaves post
Until his sudden departure, James Roscoe held one the most senior, high-profile roles in the British diplomatic service

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The £100Bn HS2 Debacle
HS2 could now cost over £100bn, but government vows to deliver project “to completion”.

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Has Zohran Mamdani achieved a miracle in New York?
The new mayor says he’s rescued NYC from its budget crisis

Saka calls out critics as players celebrate title at Emirates at 5am
Arsenal have had to wait 22 years to celebrate a title win, and both the club's players and fans made sure to savour every second of it.

Man Utd-Forest referee not selected for final day
The referee for Manchester United's win over Nottingham Forest last Sunday has not been selected for any match in the final round of Premier League fixtures.

A just or harsh punishment? Reaction to Southampton expulsion
Southampton will be playing in the Championship next season after they were expelled from the play-offs following their admission that they spied on three league rivals this season.

Why the Enhanced Games will force sport to confront tough questions
The Enhanced Games, the 'Steroid Olympics' which take place this weekend, are forcing sport and wider society to confront some challenging questions.

Emery eyes fifth Europa crown but denies being 'king' of competition
Aston Villa are aiming to end a 30-year trophy drought in Istanbul on Wednesday.