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Data centers, power costs and you— breaking down Wisconsin's new deal
The Public Service Commission is set to consider final approval of the new proposal at a future meeting.

'If there is more that can be done, it should be done': Bay View business owner expresses concern after another street takeover
The event is characterized by a large meetup where drivers engage in dangerous behavior like donuts and burnouts on public streets.

Avian flu outbreak continues to impact farms as Palmyra residents raise concerns over odor
Since 2022, Wisconsin has lost 24 commercial flocks and 24 backyard flocks to avian flu.

High water continues to inundate parts of northeastern Wisconsin
Because of Monday’s rainfall, Oshkosh city officials now expect the Fox River to crest on Tuesday or Wednesday.

Senator pitches bill for local sports fans
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., introduced a bill to ensure that local fans always have a free way to see their team play.

Kaukauna staff member on administrative leave over social media post
In the post, which has since been deleted, the teacher said he was "not impressed with recent presidential assassins."

U.S. Agriculture Secretary talks Farm Bill in Onalaska
An updated Farm Bill is expected to be taken up by the House Rules Committee this week.

CDC warns of drug-resistant salmonella infections linked to backyard poultry
Backyard poultry include birds like chicken, ducks, geese, guinea fowl and turkeys

Wisconsin Rapids looks to boost economic activity in the area
Wisconsin Rapids is focused on bringing in new manufacturing business after the sale of the local mill two years ago

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers set up kicker competition
Brandon McManus opened the door for this when the veteran had an uneven 2025 season.

Storm chance early followed by some clearing
Pockets of heavy rain and strong thunderstorms remain possible.

Packers emphasize defensive depth and create kicking competition while drafting only 6 players
Smack was the only kicker drafted. He will compete with incumbent Brandon McManus, who signed a three-year, $15.3 million contract last year.

'Firearms don't belong at Mifflin': Multiple firearms recovered and dozens of arrests made after Mifflin Street Block Party
The Madison Police Department recovered six firearms and made dozens of arrests after Mifflin Street Block Party this last weekend.

Waukesha Co. Public Health reflects to measles response
The very first measles case in Wisconsin was confirmed in a Waukesha County resident on January 26.

Water levels receding in Shiocton but damage still remains
Nearly half of the 400 homes in the village were evacuated last week as the wolf river reached record levels.

'Can't rebuild an entire neighborhood overnight': Ringle residents face long road to recovery with volunteer help
Just over a week after an EF-3 tornado tore through the small Wisconsin town, residents are left to slowly rebuild.

Milwaukee landlords under scrutiny after the arrest of prominent landlord, leaders release safety plan
A prominent Milwaukee landlord was arrested and accused of renting homes to drug dealers, facing charges including conspiracy and money laundering.

Kyle Harrison's gem enables Brewers to avoid sweep with 5-0 win over Pirates
Kyle Harrison collected 12 strikeouts and allowed just one hit and one walk in six scoreless innings as the Brewers avoided a sweep by the Pirates.

Now Hiring: Lake Express Ferry in need of seasonal employees
There are currently full- and part-time job openings for boat technicians, customer service, cabin crew hospitality, and a deckhand.

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California
Authorities say Cole Tomas Allen of Torrance, California, was taken into custody at the dinner Saturday night in Washington.

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Suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump at Washington dinner
Investigators say the 31-year-old California man wanted to kill as many high-level officials as possible.

Starmer faces vote on inquiry over Mandelson vetting claims
No 10 brands the move "a desperate political stunt by the Conservative Party", which had asked for the vote.

Claire's closes all 154 stores in UK and Ireland with loss of 1,300 jobs
All of the chain's standalone stores have stopped trading in the UK and Ireland.

When Attenborough met the gorillas - the story behind his iconic TV moment
Two new documentaries explore the the fascinating tale behind the defining image of Attenborough's career.

Melania Trump urges ABC to 'take stand' on Jimmy Kimmel after widow joke
In a parody aired days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner, Kimmel called Melania an "expectant widow".

How Kenya's Sabastian Sawe broke the two-hour barrier at London Marathon
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe on becoming the first person to break the two-hour barrier for the marathon.

Deal 'within sight' to end year-long Birmingham bin strike, says council leader
A new offer is to be put to striking workers - but opposition parties claim it is an election stunt.

Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns
Star lodges applications for a photo and two audio clips in apparent attempt to protect her image and voice.

Police release body-worn footage showing 'reckless' car bomb attack in Northern Ireland
Chief Constable Jon Boutcher says his officers suspect the bombing was carried out by the dissident republican group known as the New IRA.

French coastguard rescues more than 100 migrants crossing Channel
A boat carrying 106 people broke down at sea, while others were rescued attempting to board the vessel.

In pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla begin US state visit
King Charles III and Queen Camilla were greeted by a military band and honour guard as they arrived for their four-day state visit.

Archbishop praises Pope's anti-war comments during Vatican visit
Dame Sarah Mullally, the first female head of the Church of England, had a private discussion with Pope Leo during the trip.

Why Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting over OpenAI in $130bn damages lawsuit
Musk, who co-founded the company that created ChatGPT with Altman, wants more than $130bn in damages.

Healthy life expectancy in UK falls by two years in past decade
Poor housing, obesity and the effects of deprivation have been suggested as underlying cause.

Lighter than a bar of soap: The 99g 'super shoes' Sabastian Sawe wore to shatter marathon record
Sabastian Sawe and Tigst Assefa rewrote the record books in London on Sunday. Was it in part down to the shoes?

First-time buyers, priced out of Wales' fastest-growing city, say they're 'losing faith'
Its population is booming from incomers from Cardiff and Bristol, stretching its housing market thin.

Ukraine's drone commander has Russian oil, troops and morale in his sights
In a rare interview, Commander Robert Brovdi shared how his unit accounts for a third of all targets destroyed on the battlefield.

European flight prices are falling in short term, Wizz Air boss says
While many airlines say they are raising prices due to high fuel costs, József Váradi says European airlines are trying to boost demand

At least four killed and dozens injured in Indonesia train crash
Officials say a commuter train and a long-distance train collided on the outskirts of Jakarta on Monday.

Anthony Joshua signs deal to fight Tyson Fury as he returns to boxing after car crash
Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has signed to fight Tyson Fury but will first have a warm-up fight against Kristian Prenga in Riyadh on 25 July.

Superdry co-founder accused of raping woman
James Holder, 54, is accused of raping the woman after a night out in 2022, but denies the charges.

Gunmen raid Nigerian orphanage and kidnap children
The attack saw 23 children and the facility's proprietress kidnapped by gunmen on Sunday.

Funeral for mystery baby found beneath floor
The remains of a boy found wrapped in a newspaper from 1910 are finally laid to rest.

Mental health nurse admits errors in killer's records
Valdo Calocane's NHS records were at times "fundamentally wrong", a public inquiry heard.

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The King Arrives In The US, But Can He Mend The Special Relationship?
The King lands in Washington for four day state visit.

Who is Trump’s 'would-be assassin' and were there security failings at DC shooting?
The US president was evacuated from the White House Correspondents Dinner

All but back in Champions League - yet big decisions loom at Man Utd
Barring an unimaginable sequence of results, Old Trafford will host Champions League football again next season, but for those running the club, their most significant work is about to begin.

Higgins beats O'Sullivan, Trump loses to Vafaei
Four-time winner John Higgins produces a sensational recovery from 8-3 and 9-4 down to defeat Ronnie O'Sullivan 13-12, but world number one Judd Trump is eliminated on a thrilling day at the World Championship.

Greaves becomes first female PDC title winner
Beau Greaves becomes the first woman to win a PDC ranking title by defeating Michael Smith 8-7 in the Players Championship 11 final in Milton Keynes.

Joshua signs deal to fight Fury - Hearn
Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has signed to fight Tyson Fury but will first have a warm-up fight against Kristian Prenga in Riyadh on 25 July.

Man Utd survive Brentford fightback to earn crucial win
Manchester United hold their nerve as first-half goals from Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko are enough for them to win an entertaining encounter with Brentford.