Local Wisconsin News

Milwaukee Health Department shows beach water testing methods
The city’s health department wanted to show the public how they check water quality at every beach.

Wisconsin veterans receive mortgage-free homes through Operation Finally Home
Operation Finally Home is working to restore independence, dignity and stability to military heroes, first responders and widows of the fallen.

Why Francesca Hong could be the ‘best indicator’ of how much the Democratic Party has evolved
Hong’s candidacy is teeing up what could be the biggest test yet for Democratic socialists, especially in swing state Wisconsin.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

Hong's race to lose? What to watch for Tuesday in Wisconsin
Polls open at 7:00 a.m. for Wisconsin's Fall Primary.

Active pattern ahead this week
Rounds of showers and thunderstorms are likely.

80-year-old Wisconsin woman starts 28-mile trek in Yosemite to raise money for disaster relief
Fran Wargolet started hiking 28 miles on Aug. 7 with a plan to rise to 7,210 feet in elevation across four days in the park.

Tuesday’s Democratic primary will reveal Derrick Van Orden’s opponent in the November election
Rebecca Cooke will face Emily Berge on Tuesday. Whoever wins will take on the incumbent Republican congressman.

Where does Kaukauna stand on data centers, bird city designation?
Mayor Tony Penterman joined Spectrum News 1’s “Local Leaders” series to share more about efforts to uphold the environment.

Lincoln Avenue fire was caused by chemical-soaked rags that ignited, officials say
The roof and floors of the century-old building collapsed during a fire on June 30.

Bucks' Tyler Herro not worrying about contract status as he begins new chapter with hometown team
The Milwaukee-area native came to the Bucks in the trade that sent two-time MVP and nine-time all-NBA forward Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat.

'I had to park at places like Walmart': Safe Place Parking program for homeless faces closure
The year-round program in Green Bay gives the homeless a place to park overnight safely.

Crowley campaign poll claims primary race is wide open
The new data comes just days before voters will choose the Democratic nominee in the race for governor.

Dennis Krause Blog: Nellie was ahead of his time
Former Milwaukee Bucks coach Don Nelson has died at the age of 86.

'It was devastating': Milwaukee DPW Commissioner reflects on anniversary of major flooding
Milwaukee's DPW Commissioner looks back on the massive response to last year's floods.

Now Hiring: Fairchild Equipment recruiting forklift technicians
Midwest heavy machinery supplier, Fairchild Equipment, has immediate openings at its four Wisconsin branches, including at its new Milwaukee facility.

Brewers' Cooper Pratt goes on injured list as NL Central leaders face potential infield depth issues
Pratt went on the IL with a strained hamstring Sunday while Joey Ortiz was out of the lineup due to issues with the scapular muscles in his back.

One year after historic Wisconsin floods, West Allis residents reflect on recovery
Sunday marked one year since devastating floods swept through Southeast Wisconsin, leaving communities like West Allis among the hardest hit.

Jake Bauers' hitting and Luis Lara's fielding prove pivotal as Brewers beat Twins 4-3 in 10 innings
Bauers’ one-out single to shallow left off Yoendrys Gómez brought home Brice Turang, who slid across the plate.

'Go dance in the rain': Severe thunderstorms temporarily halt State Fair festivities
Lightning spotted over the America 250 Wheel contributed to the fair’s temporary closure.

World News

More than two-thirds of England now in drought
The East Midlands, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire, Kent and East Sussex, and Solent and the South Downs have moved into drought status.

New Forest firefighting to continue overnight as cars abandoned
One woman says she thought her family's car might go up in flames as the fire took hold on Sunday.

Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said town centres had been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.

At least 111 killed in Colombia's largest earthquake in years
The magnitude 7.4 quake had its epicentre in Chocó province, near the Pacific Coast, but could be felt in cities hundreds of kilometres away.

Trump signs order to limit childhood vaccines and split MMR shots
The Trump administration recommends separating the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine into three different shots administered in separate visits.

Canada flight cancelled after child refuses to wear seat belt
The incident has sparked a debate over child safety and discipline on commercial planes.

GB's Amy Hunt wins European 100m gold
Great Britain's Amy Hunt claims her first senior international title by powering to 100m gold at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
The Home Office says it shows the "reckless and dangerous tactics" used by gangs "cramming ever greater numbers on to unseaworthy vessels".

30 years later, a former gang member will stand trial for Tupac's murder
It’s been three decades since Tupac was killed, and since then, his reputation has only grown.

No evidence of data breach after Chinese-made component found in Navy drones, MoD says
The Royal Navy's new sea drones were found to include a Chinese-made component which sent communication to a Chinese IP address.

Treasury contributed to woman's death, inquest hears
The inquest hears the Treasury did not apply written disciplinary policy before Chloe Moffat died.

The lonely Chinese men being conned by fake brides
"Flash marriage" scams are an extreme symptom of a demographic crisis long in the making in China.

From Dubai to a Dublin court - how alleged cartel boss Daniel Kinahan returned to Ireland
Law enforcement agencies in Ireland and the US believe he is a leading figure in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group.

From Stonehenge to the Serpentine - satellite images show impact of hot, dry summer
From Stonehenge to the Serpentine the impact on parts of the UK from a long, hot, summer can be seen from space.

We should smile at our dogs - a new scientific study reveals why
Scientists have worked out what is going on inside a dog's brain when it sees a human smiling or scowling.

Netanyahu's rejection of Trump's 15-point Gaza plan unlikely to be final word
The Trump administration is said to be unbothered by the Israeli prime minister's rejection of the deal, viewing it as campaign rhetoric ahead of a general election.

Could your tattoo stop you from getting a job?
A quarter of the UK population – including the new prime minister – have at least one tattoo, but they still divide opinion in the workplace.

Tech leaders say AI means less work - their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week
Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time.

New weight-loss pill approved for use in UK
Foundayo is made by Eli Lilly, the drug firm behind the Mounjaro jab.

New train service connects Finland and Sweden for first time in decades
The service will enable rail travel from Portugal to Lapland - what is believed to be the longest train journey in Europe.

We are chasing Ebola virus - it is ahead of us, WHO warns
Infection rates are high, adding to concern that authorities are struggling to get to grips with the disease.

Russian court bars only anti-war party from standing in parliamentary elections
Russia's only liberal, anti-war party will not be able to take part in next month's parliamentary elections, a Moscow court rules.

Consortium including Jeff Bezos advances talks for stake in Liverpool FC
A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.

Nigel Farage says incident at his home 'directly linked' to Ann Widdecombe murder
Counter-terrorism police have reopened an inquiry into an incident at the Reform UK's leader's house.

MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments
Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.

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Subscriptions, ‘Intergalactic Affairs’ and Alleged Cartel Boss Daniel Kinahan
Adam, Caitríona Perry and Joe Pike join us at the Edinburgh Fringe

Americanswers...on 5 Live! Will Trump's new challenge to birthright citizenship work?
And Hunter Biden speaks to the BBC about his pardon and Joe Biden’s health

Cult drama directed by Martin Scorsese starring Robert De Niro
Martin Scorsese's timeless masterpiece, with Robert De Niro’s most iconic performance

GB's Hunt wins European 100m gold
Great Britain's Amy Hunt claims her first senior international title by powering to 100m gold at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.

Who could Arsenal sign after missing out on Vinicius Jr?
One big signing missed, but one big signing through the doors - it's been a mixed transfer window for Arsenal.

Forest owner Marinakis sues Palace over gun banner
Evangelos Marinakis is suing Crystal Palace for a banner unfurled by their fans depicting the Nottingham Forest owner holding a gun to midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White's head.