Local Wisconsin News

Local chocolate shop sells chocolate police badges to support Milwaukee Police Association Fallen Heroes’ fund
Just in the past week, Murphy said the store has raised about $6,000 for the Milwaukee Police Association Fallen Heroes’ fund.

Wisconsin rescues and businesses are teaming up to send aid to Texas
Donations and supplies will be collected until Thursday.

Officials urge Wisconsinites to stay safe on the water this summer
In the U.S., there are more drowning deaths in July than any other month.

70% of LA wildfire survivors claim insurance delays, denials
More than 12,000 homes were lost in the Palisades and Eaton Fires in LA in January.

Wall Street falls as Trump pressures trading partners with new tariffs
The losses were widespread. Decliners outnumbered gainers by nearly 4-to-1 on the New York Stock Exchange.

Why races for legislative seats in 2026 are already heating up in the wake of the budget
With the ink barely dry on the latest budget, State Rep. Jenna Jacobson announced Monday morning that she is running for Senate District 17 next year.

Brewers call up Andrew Vaughn as they send Rhys Hoskins to the 10-day injured list
Hoskins’ assignment to the 10-day injured list was retroactive to Sunday. He sprained the thumb Saturday in a 4-2 loss at Miami.

Six months after LA wildfires, devastation and recovery by the numbers
On Jan. 7, a pair of devastating wildfires broke out in California's Los Angeles County, eventually claiming 30 lives.

Quiet night while waiting for Tuesday storms
Conditions stay clear and dry ahead of isolated showers and storms.

How to help victims of Texas floods
Several organizations are helping with the rescue and recovery effort from the Texas floods.

'Off the rails': Trump blasts Elon Musk's pledge to create third political party as Treasury Secretary Bessent wades into feud
Musk pledged to start a new political party over his opposition to the mega tax and spending Trump signed last week.

Bees attack French town, leaving 24 injured
Local authorities say three victims from the Sunday morning attack were initially in critical condition but have since improved.

Wegovy and Zepbound prices fall, but access to the obesity drugs still isn't guaranteed
Reduced monthly costs for uninsured patients still amount to around $500, but that can put the drugs out of reach for many.

57-year-old man dies after found unresponsive in boat in Delavan
The Town of Delavan Police Department said it was dispatched around 11:36 a.m. on July 5 for a report of a possible drowning.

26-year-old man from Texas drowns in Delavan Lake
The incident prompted a response from multiple agencies when police said they got a call about a body in the water around 2:27 p.m. on July 5.

Greendale police officer injured during traffic pursuit
Police said during the pursuit, an uninvolved vehicle pulled in front of the squad car, causing the officer to swerve and hit a light pole.

UW-Madison Police investigating body of middle-aged man found in Lake Mendota
Police said they got a call from a passerby early on Sunday about a possible body in the water.

Brewers' Woodruff strikes out 8, allows two hits in 6 innings for a win in 1st MLB start since 2023
He hadn’t pitched in the big leagues since having shoulder surgery after the 2023 season.

Brandon Woodruff helps Brewers to 3-1 win over Marlins in his first start since 2023
Brandon Woodruff pitched six strong innings in his first start in 651 days.

Wisconsin native runs 161 miles to raise funds for MS research
Trenni Casey ran 161 miles over six days from Platteville to Wauwatosa as a part of the MS Run The US relay.

World News

Families demand answers ahead of Southport inquiry opening
The inquiry will examine the lead up to the attack and the wider issue of extremist violence.

How King Charles is helping to 'reinvigorate' the shaken UK-France friendship
There are high hopes for Macron's three-day visit, but how close can the nations really become given past mistrust over Brexit negotiations?

Trump upbeat on Gaza ceasefire talks as he hosts Netanyahu
The two leaders' meeting came with no sign of a breakthrough yet in the latest round of Israel-Hamas negotiations in Qatar.

Post Office report set to lay bare human impact of IT scandal
Inquiry chair Sir Wyn Williams to release the first part of a report which will also examine compensation.

Why don't we trust technology in sport?
Technology editor Zoe Kleinman explores the tensions between humans and machines that were encapsulated at Wimbledon.

Emergency alert to be sent to smartphones in UK test
A test message will be sent to smartphones on 7 September, after a previous test revealed technical issues.

US delays higher tariffs but announces new taxes for some countries
Trump says the US will impose a raft of levies after pausing his Liberation Day tariffs.

Drugs smuggling 'destabilising' prisons, watchdog says
Prisons inspector's report finds bored inmates and staffing issues are exacerbating demand inside.

Workplace misconduct and discrimination NDAs to be banned
There has been concern that non-disclosure agreements have been used to silence those in workplaces suffering harassment.

First malaria treatment for babies approved for use
Until now, there had only been a vaccine for older children which carried an overdose risk for the young.

From India to Britain and back: The cartoonist who fought censors with a smile
Abu Abraham’s sharp cartoons exposed power’s excesses during India’s 1975 Emergency crackdown.

The Papers: 'PM to press Macron' and 'mushroom murders' trial
The French president's state visit to the UK leads the front pages along with the verdict in Australia's 'mushroom murder trial'

'Everyone knows somebody affected': The small towns in shock after mushroom murders
The residents of the rural area in Australia where Erin Patterson carried out her crimes are still in shock.

Young campers, teachers and football coach among Texas flood victims
At least 95 lives were lost near the Guadalupe River after a deluge on Friday, authorities say.

The doctor fighting for women's health on Ukraine's front line
Dr Baksheiev, a gynaecologist, travels to Russian-occupied areas in his kitted out mobile clinic

Indonesian volcano spews massive ash cloud as it erupts again
Following a series of eruptions three weeks ago, Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki has begun spewing hot ash and lava again.

Oasis fans miss gig after fake ticket sales
Oasis fans say they paid hundreds of pounds for tickets they never received.

US trade pause a factor in Jaguar Land Rover sales fall
Sales to the US paused in April and JLR says the wind-down in some older models was also a factor.

Maternity brand worn by Kate enters administration
Consultancy firm Interpath confirmed that it had been appointed as administrators by maternity brand Seraphine.

Texas floods death toll climbs to more than 100
Search and rescue teams have been wading through mud-piled riverbanks for a fourth day as more flash floods threaten the region.

King says France and UK face 'complex threats'
Emmanuel Macron arrives for a three-day trip and is expected to address Parliament later.

Manchester Airport brawl CCTV shown to jury
The trial of two brothers accused of attacking police hears of a "high level of violence".

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National Emergency Alert Test: Newscast In COBR
Newscasts is in COBR as it's announced there will be a new national emergency alert test.

Is Trump deporting record numbers of migrants?
The US president has made Los Angeles his deportations battleground

Morecambe and Wise's formative years
One-off drama telling the story of Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise's formative years.

'I don't take this as a win' - Sinner on cruel Dimitrov blow
Jannik Sinner says he cannot accept his progress to the Wimbledon quarter-finals "as a win" following Grigor Dimitrov's injury heartbreak.

'Legend Lara should keep Test record' - why Mulder stopped on 367
South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder declares on 367 not out, passing up the opportunity to break Brian Lara’s record for the highest individual score in a Test innings.

MPs could vote on Premier League free-to-air plan
The Liberal Democrats table an amendment to the Football Governance Bill that proposes showing at least 10 Premier League a season on free-to-air television.

Djokovic breaks Federer 'curse' in battling win
Novak Djokovic breaks the "curse" of playing in front of former rival Roger Federer as he beats Alex de Minaur to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals.

'Exceptional' Spain show adaptability - but are they vulnerable?
Spain have laid down a marker at Euro 2025 with 11 goals in two games - but what makes them so good, and do they have weaknesses?

'Extraordinary' Modric to join AC Milan from Real Madrid
Luka Modric will join AC Milan after Real Madrid's Club World Cup campaign, the Serie A club's manager Massimiliano Allegri confirms.