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State senators share mixed reactions to end of minority student grant program
The State Supreme Court ruled the Minority Student Undergraduate Retention Grant Program is unconstitutional.

Chase Burns wins star-studded pitching matchup with Jacob Misiorowski as Reds beat Brewers 7-2
Sal Stewart and Jose Trevino homered off Jacob Misiorowski, and Chase Burns pitched six strong innings as the Cincinnati Reds.

Wisconsin lawmakers on 250 years of American independence
Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, said “the struggle continues, and it's all worth it.”

Four new tiny homes now open to veterans in need, marking the largest expansion at the village in Racine
When the village first opened in 2014, they started with 15 homes. They now have 20 tiny homes for veterans in need.

Parade of storms continues across the state
More rounds of showers and thunderstorms are likely into the weekend.

Wisconsin Senator demands investigation into Postal Service
Sen. Tammy Baldwin said hundreds of votes were not counted in the state’s April election because ballots were delivered after the deadline.

A look back at history-making weather events on July Fourth
Independence Day has seen it's fair share of noteworthy weather events.

Jake Bauers says the Brewers chemistry is something he hasn't 'experienced anyplace else'
Bauers leads the Brewers with 15 home runs.

President Trump approves $22.6 million in disaster relief for Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers criticized Trump, saying he and Wisconsinites "will believe it when we see it."

Independence Day Drone Show to return to Milwaukee's lakefront
Last year was the first year drones replaced fireworks at the big event and it came with a lot of mixed reviews.

Will rain impact your 4th of July plans?
We will see a chance for storms this weekend.

Mitchell triples in the go-ahead run in the 7th in the Brewers' 4-2 win over the Reds
The Brewers (53-31) moved a season-high 22 games over .500 with their sixth straight victory over the Reds this season.

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16
The win sets up a matchup on Monday in Seattle against Belgium as the U.S. hopes to make a deep run on home soil.

World Cup brings economic boost to South Milwaukee
The FIFA World Cup has captured the attention of soccer fans around the world and right here in Wisconsin.

'We all pull for each other': Joey Ortiz talks special Brewers season so far
Ortiz details what makes this Milwaukee Brewers team so special.

Lake Geneva businesses ready for Independence Day weekend despite heat wave
Visitors are already converging on Lake Geneva, the popular lakeside destination has become a go-to spot for summer celebrations.

Senate Republicans request more documents from Department of Justice
The request is a continuation of the Senate's investigation into outside influences possibly affecting the DOJ.

Storms caused damage from Ripon to Green Bay Wednesday morning
Much of Wisconsin is enduring high temperatures and humidity.

Summerfest allows sealed water bottles amid extreme heat
Officials said they're making the temporary changes as temperatures are predicted to stay in the 80s and 90s.

‘Feels like I've made it:’ Congressional Art Competition winner visits D.C.
Isabella Rotizza, a high school sophomore, won the competition in Rep. Bryan Steil’s district.

World News

Married at First Sight UK star arrested on suspicion of rape
It follows a BBC Panorama investigation, broadcast in May, into the hit Channel 4 reality TV show.

Boys who raped teen girls given custodial sentences
Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences.

Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match
The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.

Labour failed to prepare for power, admits PM's former top aide
In his first-ever interview, Morgan McSweeney tells the BBC the party did not deliver quickly enough in office.

Survivor pulled from rubble eight days after Venezuela earthquakes
Hernán Gil was trapped under a collapsed multi-storey car park, and encouraged them as they inched closer to him.

Watch: Kate gives out tickets and meets public in surprise Wimbledon visit
After greeting queuing fans and handing out tickets to attendees, the princess took a seat on court 18.

Mini-mart at centre of BBC drug dealing investigation closed down
The Cradley Market shop, in Sandwell, is closed for three months following an investigation.

Sabrina Carpenter and Graham Norton spotted in NYC before rumoured Swift wedding celebrations
Stars have been spotted arriving in New York ahead of Taylor Swift's rumoured wedding celebrations at Madison Square Garden.

I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.

Sciver-Brunt leads superb England into World Cup final
England roar into Sunday's T20 World Cup final against Australia with a superb 40-run victory against South Africa at The Oval.

At least eight arrests linked to forums that encourage drugging and raping women
The National Crime Agency says it has identified 270 individuals linked to the abuse websites.

Tuchel wants young England fans to stay up for 1am World Cup clash - but should they?
England's must-win match against Mexico kicks off at 01:00 BST on Monday - disco naps and spoiler-free recaps may be needed.

Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans
England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico.

Mexico-England resale tickets cost over £2.6k
England fans hoping to attend the World Cup last-16 showdown with Mexico face paying a minimum of £2,600 for one ticket on Fifa's resale site.

How do you handle World Cup drama? Take our quiz to find out
Super fan or nervous wreck? Find your World Cup style with this test

From friendship bracelets to wedding rings: A Taylor and Travis timeline
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.

Madonna's Confessions II is finally here - but is it worth the 21-year wait?
The pop star's 15th album starts on the dancefloor, but ends with deep personal revelations.

'$6,000 on a World Cup trip and I was stranded at the gate'
Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute.

Watch: BBC at site of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv flats
Sarah Rainsford reports from the completely destroyed nine-storey block of flats in Ukraine's capital.

I needed to use a food bank after graduating - now I want to end the stigma
Steven, who now runs his own therapy business, struggled to make ends meet after graduating.

People smuggler convicted in France found by BBC living in UK and seeking asylum
Once described as "the godfather" of French migrant camps, he has been working in a Leicestershire village.

Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday
Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days.

Gary Glitter charged with historical sexual offences
The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August.

Zoo describes horror when boy attacked by crocodile
The Johnsons, who own the site, say staff responded to the incident "within minutes".

Bomb blast at Damascus cafe kills six, Syrian state media say
There was no immediate claim for the bombing at a cafe close to the Palace of Justice, a major government building.

Vatican excommunicates followers of global Catholic sect
Around 600,000 followers of the Society of Saint Pius X, a Catholic sect, are affected.

Maddy Cusack's coach her 'nemesis', mum tells inquest
Cusack would still be alive if the coach of the women's team had not been employed, her mother says.

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What Does It Cost To Keep The UK Safe?
The government releases it’s long awaited defence investment plan.

Has the Supreme Court just made Trump the most powerful president in history?
A landmark decision expands Trump’s presidential power

Sciver-Brunt leads superb England into World Cup final
England roar into Sunday's T20 World Cup final against Australia with a superb 40-run victory against South Africa at The Oval.

Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans
England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico.