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'Giving people freedom here in Wisconsin': Candidates in GOP primary for governor, Tiffany and Manske, talk priorities
Both candidates agree Wisconsin needs to go in a new direction, and each one is hoping to lead that charge if they advance to the November election.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Wisconsin State Fair, Moon Festival, Badgers alumni match
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Packers RB MarShawn Lloyd's backflip shows his excitement as he returns from multiple injuries
He says he loves football and he's enjoying himself because he's healthy.

Green Bay City Clerk steps down amid duplicate ballot investigation
Jeffreys had been on administrative leave while the city and state were investigating the two incidents.

The Raven’s Nest hosts medieval combat event this weekend
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'Proud of Wisconsin': Fair attendees share what makes the Wisconsin State Fair special
The Fair is celebrating its 175th anniversary.

'That is keeping us standing right now': Community rallies to support Lincoln Avenue School teachers and staff after devastating fire
The roof and floors of the century-old building collapsed during a fire on June 30.

Municipal leaders take questions from residents on massive cleanup effort in Fox Cities
Residents were given an opportunity to ask questions Thursday evening about what’s been happening.

Enjoy time outdoors early Friday before storms return
A few storms may be strong Friday evening.

Will it be a fair forecast for the Wisconsin State Fair?
We'll be seeing a chance for rain at times this weekend.

Stolen Pablo Picasso print turned in to Milwaukee police
The etching print “Torero” has origins dating back to 1949.

Transmission line project in Ozaukee County has to go back to the drawing board
At its meeting on Thursday, the PSC of Wisconsin unanimously agreed that the American Transmission Company needs to restart its application process.

Dustin May wins Milwaukee debut, Chourio and Sánchez homer as Brewers beat Pirates 5-2
After losing the opener, the Brewers won the final three games in the series.

Utilities on alert in Wisconsin after cyberattack on Midwestern water systems
More than 30 Minnesota municipalities were targeted.

Efforts underway to help Madison businesses and workers impacted after Corey Ruiz shooting
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway said this week that the encampment and cleanup have cost the city hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Wisconsin has at least 216 cases of cyclosporiasis
According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, most of the cases are from international travel, while 96 were acquired inside the U.S.

Spectrum offers Wi-Fi trailers, access points in Fox Valley amid storm recovery
Devices that are within a few hundred feet of the trailers can connect to the internet for free.

'The most important thing that leaders can do is listen': Democratic candidate Kelda Roys shares how she's approaching her second run for governor
In a crowded Democratic primary, State Sen. Kelda Roys is the only candidate who has run for governor before.

Wisconsin senator demands details on Iranian attack that killed, injured soldiers
Sen. Tammy Baldwin asked CENTCOM should release the findings of its investigation to the public by August 18.

NOAA updates its 2026 Hurricane Season Forecast
The new forecast now calls for 7 to 13 named storms, 2 to 6 hurricanes and 0 to 3 major hurricanes.

World News

How police left a registered sex offender free to murder and attack women
Simon Levy’s second murder victim, Sheryl Wilkins, could have been saved, senior Met officer admits.

Serial sex offender guilty of murdering two women and raping third
Simon Levy was a serial sex offender who was being monitored by the Metropolitan Police.

Cambridge to review process for hiring senior academics after Jason Arday resignation
Prof Priyamvada Gopal, who is part of the group, says Cambridge should not be "marking its own homework".

US appeals court halts Trump ballroom project paving way for Supreme Court showdown
"Whether or not a ⁠massive ballroom should be constructed is for Congress to decide," the appeals panel's ​majority said.

Streeting 'sickened' by sex abuse claims at Army college
The defence secretary promises to look into what went wrong at the college in North Yorkshire.

Seven killed after Thai student opens fire at home and school
Authorities say the 14-year-old killed his grandparents before gunning down five teachers at his school.

Record spells with no rain across parts of central and south-east England
As drought across much of the UK continues, some weather stations have seen a record number of rainfree days as Matt Taylor from BBC Weather explains.

Six-hour train services between London and Stirling running with no toilets after fault
Services have been stopping for longer at stations to allow passengers to get off and use toilets on platforms.

England footballer Ivan Toney charged with assault at Soho nightclub
The 30-year-old former Brentford striker is due to appear in court next month.

How a 90-second power outage sparked chaos for rail commuters
The incident raised questions about how a disrupted power supply can have such a widespread impact.

Officer who led PC Harper investigation 'appalled' killers could be released early
Former Det Sup Stuart Blaik, who led the investigation into the police officer's death, has publicly shared his views on the case for the first time.

Madonna and Blur producer William Orbit dies aged 69
Tributes are paid to the musical "genius and pioneer", who also worked with All Saints, Pink and U2.

Prisoner release row proving to be Burnham's first big test as PM
The prison overcrowding crisis presents the new PM with a dilemma for which there are only unpalatable choices.

Why there's a row about standing up while drinking in central London
Westminster Council has more licensed venues than anywhere else in the UK - and it thinks 'vertical drinking' should be curbed.

Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?

Could Russia be involved in German airport drone-bomb?
The BBC has seen evidence from previous cases that Russian-linked proxies not only handled drones and explosives, but also delivered them to Germany.

How a diary entry solved the murder of a missing man
A detective shares how a six-year long investigation brought answers to a family in turmoil.

Weekly quiz: Ed Sheeran got in trouble with the DVLA over which make of classic car?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Spain threatens retaliation if Italy fails to lift border controls after Ceuta migrant crossings
Italy has said it will not accept "ultimatums or impositions" after the mass crossing of migrants from Morocco to Ceuta last week.

Campaigners call for Jared Leto's concerts to be cancelled after criminal sexual conduct claims
The musician - who denies the claims - is due to perform with his band at two of the UK's biggest arenas next year.

Girl, 11, found dead after search at Midlothian beauty spot
Emergency crews were called to Gore Water in Midlothian after the alarm was raised on Thursday afternoon.

Norway call for Infantino to resign as Mexico and Argentina back president
The Norwegian Football Federation calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to resign after he attempted to sell off stakes in the World Cup.

Data breach investigation into Minnie Merriman's medical records
Minnie Merriman, from West Yorkshire, died after being found seriously injured at an industrial estate in Arbroath.

Big Macs v Supermac's: Irish burger chain wins UK trademark case
Supermac's and McDonald's have been embroiled in a long running legal battle over the right to use brand terms including "Mac".

Divers find 162-year-old Guinness in shipwreck off the English coast
Samples from the bottle have been sent for analysis, with researchers hoping to learn more about what the stout would have tasted like.

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Is The Ukraine War Entering A New Phase Of Aggression?
Factories and warehouses targeted in weeks of aggression in Ukraine War.

Which PM punched John Simpson?
Plus… what did Andy Burnham's wife say about his leadership bid?

With great power comes great responsibility
Before you go to the cinema, refresh your memory of Peter Parker's greatest challenge yet

Man City reject Barcelona's Rodri bid & in talks for Bouaddi
Manchester City reject £38m offer from Barcelona for Rodri and remain in talks for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.

Why can't the Premier League attract the world's best players?
Vinicius Jr chose to stay at Real Madrid, but why does the Premier League rarely attract global superstars at their peak?

France set to take part in U20 Women's World Cup despite Uefa boycott threat
France say they are still planning to compete in the Under-20 Women's World Cup next month despite a threat from Uefa to boycott Fifa competitions.