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Tornado that carved a path of destruction in Wisconsin stayed on the ground for more than 20 minutes
Authorities said a number of people were injured and treated at hospitals, but they didn't know exactly how many or how seriously.

Gov. Evers declares state of emergency after tornado ravages Appleton-Menasha area
He said this state of emergency will help ensure resources are deployed quickly.

PHOTOS: Damage piles up in Appleton, Menasha after unconfirmed tornado rips through
Trees and debris from buildings littered the ground on Monday after it rolled through.

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.

NWS upgrades Appleton-Menasha tornado to EF-3
According to NWS, the tornado had peak winds of around 140 mph, causing the most extensive damage near US 10 and Highway 441 in northern Menasha.

3 things to watch in Packers training camp 
The Green Bay Packers will hold their first practice of training camp next Wednesday morning in Green Bay.

Wisconsin voters begin casting ballots at the polls for August primary
Early in-person voting is beginning in Wisconsin amid major shakeups in the Democratic primary for governor.

Power restored to thousands but over 50,000 still without power in Wisconsin
Severe weather Monday caused outages across the state.

‘The sky turned green’: Residents recount powerful storms that hit the Fox Valley
Damage is widespread across the Fox Valley. Some of the hardest-hit areas include the City of Menasha and the Village of Fox Crossing.

Wisconsin senator set on 'achieving what's possible' as Budget Committee chairman
Sen. Ron Johnson, a self-described budget hawk, said he won’t draw the same red lines he did before he was chairman.

Menasha mother creates petition for stricter regulations after daughter injured in e-bike crash
Miranda Kluever said her 4-year-old daughter was injured in a hit-and-run by another kid riding an e-bike while playing at a park on Friday.

Everyday Hero: Froedtert employee brings comfort and compassion to cancer patients
“This isn’t just a job that I come to, its beautiful work that I am so blessed to do every day," Kristy Lavann said.

A peaceful and cooler pattern sets up for a few days
A calmer and cooler day arrives for Tuesday.

Wisconsin tornado causes extensive damage and cuts power to thousands of homes
Images on social media showed extensive damage, including homes stripped of roofs, a car tossed onto a lawn, and streets littered with tree limbs.

Packers opted for continuity over chaos by extending LaFleur, Gutekunst and Ball, president says
Policy was speaking Monday at the annual shareholders meeting for the NFL's only publicly owned franchise.

'This was a devastating system': Emergency response crews respond to areas impacted by severe weather
Officials say responders are currently assessing the damage, addressing hazards and responding to calls for service.

Memorial for Corey Ruiz continues to grow in Madison as activists call for action
The intersection has been blocked off for the past five days.

Fox Valley communities damaged by severe storms
Appleton neighborhoods are among those cleaning up after severe storm.

EAA AirVenture sets attendance record for second straight year
EAA shared that about 734,00 people went to the event in Oshkosh this year, an increase of 4.3% from last year.

FEMA details financial assistance available to Wisconsinites now
Two new disaster recovery centers opened this week.

World News

The moment Tuesday's powerful earthquake hit Japan
Video shows locations across the region where a strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July.

Some parents on benefits to get up to £4,500 for child starting apprenticeship
Some parents on benefits are incentivised to discourage their kids from taking on apprenticeships.

Uefa reacts with fury to Infantino World Cup plan
European football's governing body Uefa reacts furiously to proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.

Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwave
Firefighters are braced for a sharp rise in temperatures on Wednesday, which could complicate the containment of wildfires in Gironde.

French Navy carries out 'shooting drill' during MP's BBC interview
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the vessel fired 17 shots as he was giving a BBC interview.

Funeral director 'left baby's remains on floor for two years'
Victims who lost babies tearfully recall how they were given wrong ashes by Robert Bush.

Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years
The BBC One show's co-host will swap the TV sofa for the presenter's chair on Radio 5 Live Breakfast.

Powell says student loan system at top of in-tray
She says she stands by past comments that the interest charged on Plan 2 loans is "egregious".

Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences
The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.

Odyssey translator writes scathing review of Nolan film adaptation
The film has won rave reviews from film critics but a translator of Homer's work was less than impressed.

Can Burnham's vision for Manchester's schools really work for the rest of England?
The prime minister's plans for technical education have their roots in the Manchester Baccalaureate.

Is it safe to travel to Spain and France right now?
For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans.

The cocaine superhighway from Ecuador to Europe - the BBC reports on gangs and the police fightback
The BBC goes on patrol with Ecuador's police, who are grappling with a huge surge in drug crime.

Why is Ukraine rolling out the red carpet for a US far-right influencer?
Laura Loomer, Trump ally, MAGA influencer, and former Ukraine critic was granted extensive access to the country.

Booker Prize longlist: See the 13 'dynamite' novels up for this year's prestigious award
Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart and Marlon James are among the 13 authors recognised this year.

‘I’d found the missing piece to a puzzle’: How attachment theory is shaping modern dating
Attachment theory is everywhere right now, but what is it and how can you use it to improve your relationships?

How afraid should we be of jellyfish off UK shores?
Many people are scared of the jellyfish due to the fear of painful stings and the creature's unpredictable nature in the water.

Laughter and tears at Dame Penelope Keith funeral
Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth says the service at Guildford Cathedral was "deeply moving".

Local match goes viral over cheating claim
A viral video appears to show a fielder in a local match clicking his fingers as the ball passes the bat, before the batter is given out caught behind.

Mysterious deaths of 14 elephants in Kenya prompts urgent inquiry
It is the highest number of elephant deaths to be recorded in this area of southern Kenya in decades.

Schools to offer technical subjects from age 14 in England, Burnham says
The government wants pupils to take courses like AI and manufacturing which are linked to local jobs.

Mother and boyfriend guilty of murder of girl, two
Prosecutors say Isabelle Welsh was subjected to a "wicked" campaign of abuse before her death.

House of the Dragon star Bethany Antonia joins Strictly line-up
She plays Lady Baela Targaryen in HBO's Game of Thrones prequel, and is the ninth celebrity to be confirmed.

Gymnast Evans delivers first gold for Wales
Gymnast Ruby Evans wins Wales' first gold at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games with victory in the floor final.

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Are Apprenticeships The Answer To Youth Unemployment?
Burnham outlines education reforms with technical subjects available from age 14.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Donald Trump serious about running for a third term?
And, why is the US-Saudi nuclear deal splitting the Republican Party?

Shabaz Ali takes the 'billionaire debate' into the real world
Shabaz Ali turns author to see if the internet's favourite villains deserve the hate.

Uefa says Fifa plan for private investment in World Cup 'crosses line'
European football's governing body Uefa reacts furiously to proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.

Alonso's first Chelsea match a tale of four strikers
Xabi Alonso's first game as Chelsea manager is defined by four strikers - from one who scored a hat-trick to one who could leave.

Zidane waited for France - now can he harness their star power?
Zinedine Zidane says he waited for the France job, but what will he bring to the role after after five years out of management?

Celtic 'a really good match' for record signing Hogh
Celtic break their transfer record to sign Denmark striker Kasper Hogh from Bodo/Glimt on a four-year contract.