Local Wisconsin News

Report: Packers acquiring 3-time All-Pro defensive lineman Micah Parsons from Cowboys
ESPN is reporting that Parsons and the Packers have already reached an agreement on the deal worth $188 million over four years.

Trump announces Overdose Prevention Week starting Sunday
More than 80,000 people died from overdose deaths in the United States in 2024, according to the CDC.

Packers QB Jordan Love expects to wear brace on surgically repaired left thumb for start of season
He’s been practicing more fully this week and plans to play in Green Bay’s Sept. 7 season opener against the Detroit Lions.

MLB great Mark Teixiera will run for Congress in Texas
The three-time All-Star will attempt to fill Rep. Chip Roy's seat.

Clear and chilly overnight
Areas of frost are possible in parts of northern Wisconsin.

The Packers hope to contend for the Super Bowl. It starts with being better in their division
The Packers didn’t make major changes in the offseason and are relying on improvement from their returning nucleus.

Madison-area priest arrested for alleged child enticement
The 37-year-old male had allegedly made plans to meet up with a 14-year-old girl for sexual activity in Clintonville.

Some colleges are welcoming pets in dorms to reduce students' stress and anxiety
Eckerd College in Florida, MIT and the University of Northern Colorado are among the schools that allow them.

A look back at Hurricane Katrina, 20 years later
20 years ago Hurricane Katrina devastated parts of the Gulf Coast, including New Orleans.

What to know about cranberries produced for Thanksgiving and the bogs being restored to wetlands
The king of cranberry states is Wisconsin, which long ago surpassed Massachusetts as the top producer.

Climate change made deadly wildfires in Turkey, Greece and Cyprus more intense, study finds
Wildfires in the eastern Mediterranean this summer were driven by high temperatures, extremely dry conditions and strong winds.

U.S. economy grows 3.3% in second quarter, government says, in second estimate of April-June growth
The first-quarter GDP drop, the first retreat of the U.S. economy in three years, was mainly caused by a surge in imports.

Interim chief John Patterson named Madison’s next chief of police
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway praised Patterson’s leadership and commitment to data-driven, community-focused policing.

U.S. applications for jobless benefits fell last week as layoffs remain low
Applications for unemployment benefits for the week ending Aug. 23 dropped 5,000 to 229,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday.

'Adopt Your Drain' aims to keep storm drains clear
Currently, about 500 storm drains in the area are adopted by people and businesses.

Fox Valley families lean on food pantries more as SNAP benefits decrease
Feeding Wisconsin estimates that FoodShare households would have $65 less to spend every month in light of the federal budget reconciliation bill.

A little warmer for the unofficial end of summer
Highs start to get closer to average.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Madison area for Labor Day travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Madison area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Green Bay area for Labor Day travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Green Bay area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Milwaukee area for Labor Day travel
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Milwaukee area.

World News

Minneapolis school attacker 'obsessed with idea of killing children', officials say
Investigators say a specific motive remains unclear, though the attacker expressed hate towards many groups.

European leaders outraged after Russian strikes kill 21 and damage EU's HQ
The overnight attacks destroyed a block of flats and also caused damage to the EU's delegation offices.

Lives torn apart in Kyiv after Russia's heaviest bombardment for weeks
In the deadliest strike, a missile ripped through the middle of a low-rise block of flats.

Price of weight loss drug Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.

MSP locked out of Scottish Parliament after toilet camera claims
The Daily Record newspaper has reported that MSP Colin Smyth placed a secret camera in a toilet at Holyrood.

We're in the dark about future, says asylum seeker in Epping hotel
Migrants living inside an Essex hotel are due to be removed from it by 12 September.

Man Utd back Amorim as Rooney says club is 'broken'
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is understood to retain the support of the club ownership despite last night's shock Carabao Cup defeat at League Two Grimsby.

US Fed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over his attempt to fire her
The president has accused Cook of mortgage fraud, and cited constitutional power that he says allows him to fire her.

British Tour de France winner Chris Froome airlifted to hospital after 'serious' crash
Four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome suffers multiple injuries in a training crash in southern France.

Met special constable found guilty of child rape
James Bubb, who now identifies as a woman named Gwyn Samuels, abused a position of trust, police say.

Reform council boss bans local newspaper's reporters
The Nottingham Post describes the ban as "concerning" and "unprecedented".

Jessie J cancels tour dates to undergo surgery
"I need to be better, I need to be healed and this is the right decision to make," she tells fans.

'The whole town is on a high': What Grimsby's dramatic win over Man Utd means to fans
The morning after the night before, the Lincolnshire town reflects on its team's historic win.

What are Rachel Reeves' options on property tax?
Reports suggest the government is considering shaking up the property tax system to raise revenue.

Watch: How an orchard in Turkey survived a wildfire
Recent wildfires scorched vast areas across Turkey, but one orchard in the north-western province of Bursa stood untouched.

'My friend got hit in the back': Witnesses describe terror of Minneapolis school shooting
One young boy says he was protected from gunfire in a church by a friend who lay on top of him and was shot.

'Our hot homes are making our children sick'
Some five million children - over half of those in England - are living in homes at risk of overheating.

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Electric cars eligible for £3,750 discount announced
The Puma Gen-E and e-Tourneo Courier are two Ford models drivers can purchase under the government scheme.

Trump's 'Alligator Alcatraz' being emptied of immigrant detainees
Officials confirm that the Florida facility may soon be empty following a court ruling to shutter the complex.

Concern as UK couple 'whisked' into Iran court, say relatives
Lindsay and Craig Foreman were taken into custody in January while on a motorcycle world tour.

UK, France and Germany move to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran
The three powers trigger a process which could restore sanctions in 30 days, calling Iran's nuclear programme a threat to peace and security.

Ariana Grande announces first tour in seven years
The tour will include five dates in London - the only shows currently announced outside North America.

Starmer to replace third top aide in less than a year
Nin Pandit runs the PM's team in Downing Street and has only been in the role for ten months.

Tourist pouring beer down elephant's trunk in Kenya sparks anger
Investigations have been launched following the footage posted to Instagram - which has since been deleted.

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Trump v The Central Bank
US Fed Governor sues President Trump over his attempt to fire her.

Is Donald Trump losing his Latino base?
And can the Democrats win them back?

Can science reveal the secrets of UFOs?
Can science reveal the secrets of mysterious objects seen in our skies?

Sinner breezes through - but still areas to 'improve'
Jannik Sinner says he still has room for improvement despite extending his winning run at hard-court Grand Slams to 23 matches as he reaches the US Open third round.

First step to end Isak saga? Newcastle close in on Woltemade
Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of Germany striker Nick Woltemade in a move that could have a knock-on effect on Liverpool's pursuit of Alexander Isak.

Liverpool and Man City draw Real in Champions League
Both Liverpool and Manchester City will face 15-time winners Real Madrid in the league phase of the Champions League.