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Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with an Iran deal and a UFC cage fight at the White House
Before the fights began, the president said an agreement to end the conflict "is now complete."

A tentative deal is reached to end the Iran war and Trump orders a stop to the U.S. naval blockade
Details of the deal were not immediately available. Key mediator Pakistan said the signing will be Friday in Switzerland.

Cooler and quiet overnight
Low temperatures will fall into the 40s and 50s.

In Focus: Milwaukee alderwoman shares the importance of Juneteenth
Milwaukee Ald. Sharlen Moore joined Spectrum News to talk about the impact it has on her and for her constituents. 

In Focus: How Juneteenth has evolved in the Madison area
Annie Weatherby-Flowers is co-founder of Madison’s Juneteenth events.

In Focus: Here’s what’s planned for Juneteenth celebrations in Milwaukee
Nicole Goins, co-chair of the Milwaukee Juneteenth Parade, talks about the positive impact they have on the community. 

Celebrating Juneteenth in Wisconsin
Ryan Burk talks with local leaders about this year's Juneteenth celebrations across the state.

Misiorowski throws first professional complete game on another night of record velocity
Jacob Misiorowski keeps setting records for velocity by a starting pitcher.

Some people are making guns with 3D printers. A new law seeks to cancel their print jobs
Legislation in two of the nation's most populous states could force 3D printers to come equipped with technology blocking them from making guns

Judge orders Trump administration to restore National Park changes at sites that 'disparaged' U.S.
The order comes in response to a lawsuit by conservation and historical organizations over National Park Service policies.

Waukesha County man fights aggressive brain tumor diagnosis
Nearly two years ago, Doug Erickson was diagnosed with a grade 4 glioblastoma, the most aggressive type of brain tumor.

Misiorowski strikes out 15 in complete-game 1-hitter as Brewers beat Phillies 6-0
Misiorowski (8-2) didn’t walk a batter in facing the minimum number of batters, throwing 95 pitches, 74 for strikes.

Kenosha County cleaning up after Thursday's severe storm
Residents in Kenosha County have been busying cleaning up after Thursday night’s severe storms.

Businesses around Milwaukee embrace the World Cup
Restaurants and bars are hosting watch parties and decorating everything soccer.

Milwaukee police shoot, kill suspect near 8500 block of West Kaul Avenue
The suspect, a 22-year-old man, was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead at about 12:50 p.m.

SSM Health St. Mary's hospital nurses vote to unionize
This marks the largest private-sector union election in recent Wisconsin history.

Tremaine Jones sentenced to life in prison for killing MPD Officer Kendall Corder
A jury found Tremaine Jones guilty on all charges in the murder of Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder on April 3.

Man convicted of killing 6 deer hunters in 2004 dies
The State Department of Corrections confirmed Chai Vang died at a hospital Wednesday.

‘Water for Elephants’ brings the circus to Madison for its Wisconsin premiere
The show, based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, will be at the Overture Center for the Arts from June 16-21.

Family of son left inside car in tow lot after crash sues City of Milwaukee
The lawsuit says following the crash on June 1, 2023, Milwaukee police failed to check if there was a body in the car before impounding it.

World News

Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.

Starmer set to ban under-16s from major social media platforms
The prime minister promises "bold action" ahead of Monday's announcement on restrictions for children.

Roy Hattersley, former Labour deputy leader, dies aged 93
Paying tribute, Sir Keir Starmer said Lord Hattersley "was a giant of the Labour movement".

Royal Marines board Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in English Channel
Marines were joined by National Crime Agency officers in the six-hour long operation in the early hours of Sunday.

Trump hosts UFC cage fight on the White House lawn
Thousands are expected at the mixed martial arts fight, which coincides with Trump's 80th birthday.

Assisted dying returns to Parliament as MP urges peers to 'finish the job'
Lauren Edwards says she will bring the exact same bill which was narrowly passed by the Commons but ran out of time in the Lords.

UK electric car sales target set to be weakened
The new target hasn't yet been decided, with different numbers under consideration, the BBC understands.

Watch: Protesters clash with police ahead of G7 summit in Geneva
Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes.

11 skydivers and pilot killed in US plane crash
The plane had just taken off in the US state of Missouri, but failed to gain altitude, according to local emergency responders.

Farage vows to ban foreign nationals from social housing
The Reform UK leader says tenants would have three months to find a new home or face potential deportation.

Amad scores late winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored a superb 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador in Philadelphia.

BBC Sport pundits choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?
Thomas Tuchel will pick his first England World Cup team on Wednesday, when the Three Lions take on Croatia. BBC Sport pundits choose their starting XIs - who would you pick?

Japan come from behind twice to draw with Netherlands
Daichi Kamada's late header rescues a deserved point for Japan against the Netherlands in their opening World Cup game in Dallas.

How will Scotland approach Morocco game after opening win?
How will Scotland approach Group C games against Morocco and Brazil after a tense opening victory over Haiti in Boston?

Jubilation as Scotland fans celebrate win
Supporters gathered in bars and venues across the country in the early hours to watch the match against Haiti.

Roy Hattersley: Labour politician who helped start the party's modernisation
Able Labour politician, often at odds with his party, who became a successful author and columnist.

The Papers: 'Australia plus' social media ban and 'Russian incursion'
A number of the papers preview the announcement of a ban on social media for under-16s on Monday.

Why you might not be buying the right pain relief for period cramps
Many women are buying less effective pain medication for period cramps, supermarket data suggests.

Jurors, lawyers and social workers face 'resilience test' in inaccessible courts
Access issues faced by wheelchair users in courts include broken lifts, “unsafe” ramps and unsuitable toilets.

As more US business owners retire many are selling up to their staff
Some six million bosses of American firms will be entering retirement between now and 2035.

Our newborn baby died four years ago and we still don't know why
Kianty and Conor Simpson have yet to scatter son Jacob's ashes as no inquest has been held for him.

Millions of people can get discounts on their bills - here's how
Lower social tariffs allow many people on benefits to get cheaper deals for water, broadband and phone.

Summer warmth to return this week but rain will linger for some
A warmer week is ahead, though rain remains in the forecast for some.

Mark Carney visits ancestral village in Mayo
Mark Carney will meet his cousins on Sunday in Aughagower - the village his grandparents, Robert and Nora Moran, left when they emigrated to Canada in 1925.

UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal
Japanese firms will spend billions on UK infrastructure and offshore wind, Downing Street says.

Lewis Hamilton wins first grand prix for Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton takes his first victory for Ferrari in a compelling Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix as championship leader Kimi Antonelli retires.

Tourist train overturns and injures 17 during Cártama tapas festival
Nobody was seriously hurt as a result of the accident in the Spanish town, local authorities say.

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Royal Marines Take Control Of Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker
Royal Marine Commandos boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel.

The battle in rural America against AI data centres
Utah approves the world’s largest data centre (62sq miles) but opposition is growing

Amad scores late winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored a superb 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador in Philadelphia.

Hamilton's first Ferrari win a statement to himself and rest of F1
Lewis Hamilton's win in Barcelona was a moment of redemption after a first season at Ferrari that left him questioning himself, and others questioning him.