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Few thunderstorms overnight with severe weather on Wednesday
Multiple rounds of severe thunderstorms are possible Wednesday.

USO aims to strength military service members through connection
Josh Sova, executive director of the USO, joined us to talk about this central mission.

Lawyer: ICE ‘unlawfully detained’ Muslin community leader
ICE took Salah Sarsour to a facility in Indiana. Family, advocates and lawmakers believe he was detained because of his views on the war in Gaza.

Marinette mayor hosts podcast to keep locals in loop about projects, including shipbuilding
Mayor Steve Genisot joined our “Your Local Leaders” segment to share about recent projects that contribute to the city’s economic output. 

Wisconsin tourism generated a record $27 billion in 2025
When broken down, that’s $74 million per day, and it’s just over $1 billion more than last year’s total of $25.8 billion.

Veteran tiny home village in Racine undergoing its largest expansion
Five additional tiny homes will be added to the village and are expected to be move-in ready by July.

Brewers outlast A's 15-14 in 12 innings as teams combine for 11 homers and 34 hits in Las Vegas
Andrew Vaughn had four hits and four RBIs, including a two-run double that tied the score in the ninth inning.

Attorneys urge release of mosque leader, saying he's been denied diabetes care in ICE custody
They said he has lost 30 pounds in the two months since he was detained by immigration officers.

Everyday Heroes: Brillion veterans honored with banners ahead of nation's 250th
The small town is coming together to celebrate military veterans along Main Street.

'I have lots of gratitude': Superintendent Vicki Bayer reflects on career in Green Bay
Bayer said one of her biggest accomplishments was getting the district’s budget out of the red.

13 people transported to local hospitals after carbon monoxide incident at Creative Packaging
Firefighters detected elevated carbon monoxide levels and evacuated about 150 employees.

MMSD moves forward with independent audit of wastewater plants after claims of mismanagement
This decision stems from employee allegations of mismanagement by Veolia, the private operator, although Veolia denies these claims.

Homeowners scrambling, contractors swamped as first summer heatwave approaches
Experts recommend checking your A/C as soon as possible.

Friends remember Boys & Girls Club CEO Michael Johnson
Michael Johnson, longtime Boys & Girls Club of Dane County CEO, is being remembered for his impact on children, families and the Madison community.

‘When people work together cooperatively, they win’: Why there’s a push to keep manufactured homes affordable in Wisconsin
In manufactured home parks, many residents own their homes but rent the land on which they sit.

Milwaukee congresswoman dismisses reported FBI investigation into Wisconsin’s 2020 election
Democrat Gwen Moore says she has no doubt “Milwaukee County will pass with flying colors.”

Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County CEO Michael Johnson dead at 50
He had led the organization for more than a decade.

Wisconsin Center District Board of Directors fires President and CEO Marty Brooks
The board met in a closed session for about two and a half hours before taking a vote to fire him for cause.

7.8 magnitude quake in the Philippines kills at least 35, collapses buildings and sparks tsunami
Officials report more than 200 injuries and significant damage in General Santos city.

‘& Juliet’ escapes off the balcony to Wisconsin
The jukebox musical poses the question: what if Juliet hadn't ended it all over Romeo?

World News

David Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023
The decision followed a safeguarding investigation opened by the the Football Association.

Trump says Iran shot down US helicopter and vows to respond
Two crew members of the Apache helicopter that crashed following the attack were rescued by an American sea drone.

Men jailed for violence at Henry Nowak police protest
Disorder broke out in Southampton close to where the 18-year-old student was murdered.

Israeli air strikes hit Lebanese city of Tyre despite Iranian warning to stop attacks
Iran warned Israel on Monday that it could resume hostilities if attacks on its Lebanese ally Hezbollah do not stop.

Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme
Nasa names its next Artemis crew, though they will not be walking on the Moon or even going anywhere near it.

Iranian group could be labelled national threat under proposed new law
The government is introducing the National Security (State Threats) Bill which could become law within weeks.

'Please send help': Crew's distress call after ship hit by US missile
The crew of a sanctioned oil tanker were rescued off Oman after it was struck by a missile fired from a US fighter jet.

Two reportedly killed as women take part in rare protest in Afghanistan
The demonstration, in the western city of Herat, was broken up after police are alleged to have opened fire.

Carer 'who couldn't go on' jailed for killing her mother
Stefania Glowka pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her mother based on diminished responsibility.

Serena Williams rolls back the years on return at Queen's
Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport.

Nasa has named the Artemis III crew - what is their mission?
Artemis III will help test crucial systems needed for the planned Artemis V Moon landing in 2028.

Murder of Lyhanna, 11, enrages France and turns up heat on government
Protesters are angry that the suspect had already been reported to police last August in a separate case.

Scrapping of Franco-German fighter jet leaves allies at odds on defence future
The flagship partnership project became a glaring example of discord between the two nations.

Identical twin given six months to live says leaving sister is 'unthinkable'
Caitlin Leggett is fundraising £500,000 to pursue overseas treatment for leukaemia after the cancer returned.

Man who killed partner 'resented how revered she was'
Annabel Rook was murdered by her partner at their Stoke Newington home after she tried to end their relationship.

A poem I wrote about my son appeared on his exam paper
Emily Cullen says she couldn't believe it when her son told her about the poem, which she had written seven years earlier.

What now for West Ham after Sullivan allegations?
West Ham is a club in turmoil after co-chair David Sullivan stood down ahead of allegations about his private life, which he denies.

Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?
With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?

Twenty new players to look out for
BBC Sport TV and radio commentators pick the players they think could be the breakout stars.

Why super-sized and politicised World Cup comes at a cost
Whatever one's perspective, it seems certain that away from the on-field spectacle, this super-sized World Cup could be among the most contentious ever.

Play BBC Sport's new predictor game
Play BBC Sport's new World Cup predictor game to be in with the chance of winning a signed football.

RSPB buys Bass Rock after 300 years in private hands
The charity says the purchase is an important step in halting declining seabird numbers in the Firth of Forth.

Version of AI tool 'too powerful for public' released to public
Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic's Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.

Scrap legal equality duty for public services, says Badenoch
The Conservative leader says the rules have led to public bodies becoming "institutionally incompetent".

Unions snub Farage's invite to join Reform UK
The party leader says his "door is open" but the Unite union says he is "no friend of the workers".

Hidden camera found in government building
The complex is shared by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government and the Home Office.

Man who grabbed woman's hair and asked for kiss sentenced in legal first
David Stroud was convicted in a first-of-its-kind sex-based harassment prosecution in May.

Final piece of 'iconic' Denby Pottery signed
The firm, founded in 1809, appointed administrators due to rising energy and labour costs.

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What We Know About The Belfast Knife Attack So Far
Police and political leaders in Northern Ireland have called for calm.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why did Trump walk out of his TV interview with Meet The Press?
And why is JD Vance posting about Henry Nowak?

Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?
With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?