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Wisconsin continues investment into nitrogen optimization
The Nitrogen Optimization Program is funding 18 projects across the state this year.

Wisconsin DAR chapters help keep Revolutionary War history alive ahead of America’s 250th
DAR plans to attend hundreds of events to honor its mission of preserving history, providing education and showcasing its patriotism.

We're smiling big for the first weekend of Summerfest
Luckily, it'll be a great forecast for the first weekend of Summerfest.

Starting Friday with sunglasses, ending with an umbrella
We'll see scattered showers and storms Friday afternoon into evening.

Wisconsin egg farmers struggle with avian flu as egg production dips
The state produced about 91 million eggs in April 2026. That’s a 57% decline from April 2025, when Wisconsin produced more than 212 million eggs.

Scooter crash severely injures Milwaukee business owner; city leaders call for change
Milwaukee business owner, Dave Wolz, is currently hospitalized with broken bones after being struck by an electric scooter rider on a sidewalk.

Summer meals made simple with eggs
New research shows eggs are good for our brain at all ages.

A judge orders ICE to free a Wisconsin mosque leader, citing a 'substantial' free speech claim
Sarsour, a Palestinian-born legal permanent resident of the United States, was taken into custody by U.S. ICE agents on March 30.

Village of Belleville declares emergency following EF-1 tornado
According to village officials, the storm caused damage to properties on its north side, and there were no reported injuries.

Sentencing set for July 8 in former Judge Hannah Dugan case
Dugan was found guilty in December 2025 of obstruction and faces up to five years in prison.

Jacob Misiorowski wasn't content being MLB's hardest-throwing starter. Now he also might be the best
Thoracic outlet syndrome is a disorder that occurs when blood vessels or nerves in the space between the collarbone and first rib are compressed

Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester to have season-ending surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome
Thoracic outlet syndrome is a disorder that occurs when blood vessels or nerves in the space between the collarbone and first rib are compressed

Ohio native, Olympic champion Laila Edwards drafted by PWHL San Jose
Throughout her time as a Badger, she recorded 199 points in 151 games and earned All-WCHA Third Team honors as a sophomore.

Sheboygan added as cruise ship stop this summer
American Cruise Lines makes the first of four stops on June 25.

Cudahy seeks action to preserve bluffs at Sheridan Park
A group of neighbors in the Milwaukee suburb of Cudahy want more answers from city, county and state leaders on this issue.

Yelich and Chourio homer as the Brewers beat the Guardians 9-4
One night after making his major league debut, Milwaukee's Cooper Pratt got his first hit and scored his first run in the second inning.

New store opens as Milwaukee looks to address food deserts
Some parts of Milwaukee have been facing a food-access crisis, after losing grocery stores.

Alliant Energy pressing forward with Wisconsin's newest wind farm
If approved, construction wouldn't start until 2028 at the earliest.

Police break up fights at Goodman Pool on opening day
They ended up having to use a form of pepper spray to break the fights up.

'Wisconsin can do better': Lawmakers & advocates call for an end to gun violence
Wisconsin DHS data shows 311 minors under the age of 17 died from firearms between 2014 and 2023.

World News

What is Burnham's path to becoming Labour leader and PM?
How could MPs who want Sir Keir Starmer to be replaced force a leadership contest and who could stand?

Farage blames Makerfield defeat on anti-Starmer votes
The Reform UK leader says he is "disappointed" with his party's performance in the key by-election.

Scottish Conservatives win first Westminster by-election in more than 50 years
The Tories take Aberdeen South, while the SNP wins in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry.

Sir John Curtice: Burnham's win against Reform represents remarkable personal success
Andy Burnham not only retained the share of the vote Labour won in the seat in 2024 but increased it.

Boy, 3, hurt at zoo was attacked by a crocodile, BBC understands
Police say a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder has been bailed.

US-Iran talks in Switzerland postponed as fighting in Lebanon intensifies
The White House says Vice-President JD Vance will not travel to Switzerland on Friday for a new round of direct talks with Iran.

Die-hard Scotland fans fly 22 hours in tiny plane to World Cup
David Smith and Fraser MacIntyre flew across the Atlantic, with stops in Iceland, Greenland and northern Canada.

Two men jailed over Starmer-linked arson attacks
Roman Lavrynovych 22, was jailed for seven years and Stanislav Carpiuc, 27, for two.

Amber extreme heat warning issued as 35C heatwave approaches
Temperatures are expected to peak in the mid-30s Celsius on Monday and Tuesday with impacts on health and a risk of disruption to travel.

Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 18 as Israel says four soldiers killed by Hezbollah
It comes a day after the US and Iran signed a deal to end their conflict, including fighting in Lebanon.

We only found out we had the same sperm donor dad when we were in our 20s
Natasha, Gemma and Helen say finding each other has been a "fairy tale".

Five tips to keep your kids cool this weekend
Temperatures are set to rise over the next few days, and children can be especially vulnerable - so read on for tips to protect them.

'I'd be put off if he asked to split it': Who should pay on a first date?
Some insist on splitting the bill, others say the asker should pay, while many still see a man paying as romantic.

Weekly quiz: Where will Prince George be going to school?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Tories pick themselves up off the floor with unexpected Scottish by-election win
The Conservatives secured a comfortable victory over the SNP in Aberdeen South after throwing everything at the seat.

Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known
Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.

The pressure on the Church of England to ditch its slavery reparations plan
Will the Church's commitments still be delivered, or do shifting political winds mean there is no longer the will to do so?

Harry Kane says singing Wonderwall with fans one of his favourite moments
Harry Kane says singing 'Wonderwall' with fans after England's win over Croatia on Wednesday was one of his "favourite ever moments" in a Three Lions shirt.

How the Tartan Army captured the heart of Boston
An estimated 50,000 Scotland fans have visited the city and won new friends in the period surrounding Scotland's two group stage matches.

A day of tears, scuffles & history as injury mars Canada's moment
Canada's first-ever win at a World Cup finals should have been cause for pure joy - but was overshadowed by a horrific injury to Ismael Kone, and the angry and emotional scenes that followed.

Meet Merlin the Duck: Mexico's World Cup 'ambassador'
The BBC’s Will Grant was amongst the crowds swarming to meet Merlin, a pet duck who went viral for waddling around Mexico City in the Mexican team's jersey.

Plans to end gazumping with binding agreements in house sales shake-up
Sales agreements will be legally binding sooner and making sellers provide more home information up front are part of the planned changes.

Obama moved to tears by wife Michelle's speech
The couple were opening a site in Chicago, which the former president described as a "celebration of community".

London Marathon to be two-day event in 2027
The London Marathon will be held across two days in a special one-off edition of the event in 2027, organisers have confirmed.

UK actress charged with importing meth worth almost £157m into Australia
Emaa Hussen, 34, faces life in prison for allegedly trying to smuggle 320kg of meth hidden in bags of charcoal.

Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape
French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.

Traitors star says he lost life savings to a scam
The former contestant of BBC show The Traitors is speaking out about falling victim to the scam.

Stepmum jailed for 1978 killing of girl, 5
Andrea suffered severe burns to half her body and died in hospital on 13 July 1978.

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Burnham Wins in Makerfield - So What Happens Now?
Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, paving way for leadership challenge against Starmer.

Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president
And Trump wants to give America’s top legal job to his former personal lawyer

Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women
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