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Former Milwaukee City Attorney found guilty of misconduct in office
It came at the end of a five-day trial.

Police clear encampment on Williamson and Baldwin streets in Madison
As police cleared the encampment, they made several arrests.

2 missing kayakers’ bodies recovered in Door County after search
The two people were reported missing on Saturday, Aug. 1.

Mayor talks Antigo’s potato farming history and upcoming Spudfest!
Mayor Thomas Bauknecht joined Spectrum News 1’s “Your Local Leaders” series to talk about the agricultural hot spot and close-knit community.

‘We now have the ability to be on the offensive’: Candidate Joel Brennan eyes Democratic trifecta in run for governor
Ahead of the August primary, Democratic candidate Joel Brennan shared his priorities if elected.

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.

Clouds increase today with the chance for rain
Rain will be possible through Wednesday.

After failing to land Tarik Skubal, Brewers get Dustin May and 2 relievers in trade-deadline deals
Milwaukee also got left-handed reliever JoJo Romero in the deal.

'I slept in my car after the tornado': Fox Cities Resource Center opens for tornado recovery assistance
The center opened at the Mary Beth Nienhaus Activity Center in Appleton.

Vendors gear up for 175th Wisconsin State Fair
The Wisconsin State Fair is celebrating its 175th anniversary along with America’s 250th anniversary.

Madison mayor says occupation ‘needs to end now’
The intersection at Williamson Street and Baldwin Street has been blocked for nearly a week and a half.

Michigan reports first deaths tied to cyclosporiasis outbreak
State health officials said the two decedents had "significant underlying health conditions."

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' beats 'Avengers: Endgame' box office record
Sony Pictures announced the biggest North American opening weekend ever with $360 million in ticket sales from theaters in the U.S. and Canada.

Churches provide and receive support during tornado relief
Churches, whether they’re indoors or outdoor, are offering physical, emotional and spiritual support.

Wisconsin farmer exercises caution after cyclosporiasis outbreaks in other states
According to the Food and Drug Administration, packaged iceberg lettuce has been linked to cyclosporiasis outbreaks in multiple states.

Now Hiring: Mercyhealth looking for nurses in its emergency department
Flexible scheduling allows nurses to balance work with family life.

'Healing moment for our community': Mile of Music festival wraps up in Appleton
“This is just a big healing moment for our community,” said one festival organizer.

Trump says he will order halt to Iran strikes after parameters reached for deal to end war
A day earlier, he had threatened more strikes on Iran as the U.S. pushes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Packers offensive tackle changing his name from Zach Tom to Zach Bako-Bewele
It's a way of paying tribute to his Nigerian ancestry.

In Focus: Rep. Marklein discusses ag challenges in his district
This week on “In Focus,” we look at the state of farmers in Wisconsin.

World News

Video shows Russian drone chasing Ukrainian street vendor in 'human safari' attack
Ukraine said the video - showing a terrified civilian being hounded by a remotely-controlled drone - amounted to a war crime.

More than 170 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel
The government says all of the migrants, who were attempting to cross to the UK, will be returned to France.

Afghan boxer arrested in Greece over discovery of Scottish woman's body in suitcase
Sharif Ahmadzai, from Afghanistan, is expected to appear in court in Athens on Wednesday.

Oil prices fall on hopes Strait of Hormuz could reopen
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent both announced talks had progressed to allow shipments to resume.

Top Fifa official Wenger says scrapping World Cup plan 'absolutely necessary'
Fifa's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in Fifa competitions was "absolutely necessary".

Mass funeral in Gaza for 112 Palestinians killed in 2023 Israeli strike
The bodies - belonging to members of two extended families - have only recently been recovered from under rubble in Gaza City.

Princess Eugenie gives birth to baby girl in Portugal
The daughter of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson welcomed her third child on Monday.

Bono, Eddie Vedder and Hozier among mourners at Glen Hansard's funeral
The 56-year-old, who shot to prominence in 1991 musical comedy film The Commitments, died in a motorcycle crash last week.

Justice secretary apologises to families affected by early release scheme
Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but families say it comes "at the expense of victims".

Scottish exam pass rates rise as students find out results
More than 148,000 learners across the country received their results as details of this year's pass rates were published.

Athletes go 'missing' after Commonwealth Games ends
Police Scotland said it had received reports of various athletes "unaccounted for" in the aftermath of the Games, which concluded on Sunday.

Surgeon struck off after wrongly connecting organs
An expert witness said the bowel procedure carried out by the surgeon was "not known to man".

What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon?
Our satellite has endured countless blows over millions of years - and astronomers think this one could be a useful accident.

Analysis: Trump challenged by cold reality from top allies
A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

What's behind having to release some prisoners early?
More people going to prison, and for longer, is why governments including the current one have had to release prisoners early.

Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger
The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".

How heatwaves are impacting weddings
The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.

There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media
As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations

I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa
Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.

Fan adds 'just joking' to England World Cup win tattoo
Sean Carrington says he is more bothered about England not winning than about his tattoo.

EU commends Spain's 'swift response' to Ceuta migrant crisis
About 70,000 of the 72,000 people who came to Ceuta illegally last week have been returned to Morocco, Spain says.

Fires started 'deliberately' on mountain as crews tackle blaze
Firefighters have been tackling the blaze on the mountain in the Rhondda Valley since Saturday.

Family funeral held after suspected triple murder
Relatives describe the mother as "the family's pride and joy".

'Rape list' part of misogyny girls face at school
A group of teenagers make a film describing their experiences, ahead of changes to the curriculum.

Soldier kills four in gun rampage in Russian-occupied Crimea
The region's Moscow-installed governor says the gunman has been detained after firing at fellow soldiers and civilians.

Mackerel festival should celebrate cabbage instead, say animal rights activists
Aberaeron holds an annual "light-hearted funeral" dedicated to the fast-swimming fish.

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Why Does The Government Keep Releasing Prisoners Early?
Government defends early release scheme, blaming prison capacity crisis.

The Democrats need to win Michigan… so why is it splitting the party?
A centrist and a left wing candidate go head to head in Michigan.

Drinking culture embedded in cricket - Stokes
Ben Stokes says drinking is embedded in cricket, but does not believe the England team he led has a problem with alcohol.

Fifa private money plan had to be scrapped - Wenger
Fifa's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in Fifa competitions was "absolutely necessary".

Arsenal in talks to sign Newcastle's Guimaraes
Arsenal open direct talks with Newcastle United to sign captain Bruno Guimaraes.