Local Wisconsin News

New store opens as Milwaukee looks to address food deserts
Some parts of Milwaukee have been facing a food-access crisis, after losing grocery stores.

Alliant Energy pressing forward with Wisconsin's newest wind farm
If approved, construction wouldn't start until 2028 at the earliest.

Police break up fights at Goodman Pool on opening day
They ended up having to use a form of pepper spray to break the fights up.

'Wisconsin can do better': Lawmakers & advocates call for an end to gun violence
Wisconsin DHS data shows 311 minors under the age of 17 died from firearms between 2014 and 2023.

State Supreme Court denies review for man's conviction for killing his parents
Halderson filed a petition with justices to take the case, after a state Court of Appeals upheld a jury’s guilty verdicts.

Rain and storms wrap up late Wednesday
Sunshine gradually returns on Thursday.

Several questions remain as Packers wrap up OTAs
This week’s Organized Team Activities for rookies are the last formal Packers function until training camp.

Tips for pet owners during fireworks season
Dr. Kicker recommends covering the dog's safe haven with a blanket or using a crate and playing some music.

Kenosha County school district begins cuts after failed referendum
The Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District in Kenosha County is highlighting the financial challenges facing many school districts.

Two months later, spring flooding cleanup still ongoing
A Freedom-based business is among those helping flood and tornado victims get their homes and businesses back in order.

We're smiling big for the first weekend of Summerfest
Luckily, it'll be a great forecast for the first weekend of Summerfest.

DeForest votes to add fluoride back to drinking water
Many communities across the country add fluoride to their water to strengthen teeth and prevent cavities.

Mitchell, Turang hit homers to pace Milwaukee past Cleveland 2-1
Brice Turang snapped a scoreless tie in the fourth with his 11th homer, a two-out solo shot off Slade Cecconi for a 1-0 Milwaukee lead.

Summerfest creates economic boost for Milwaukee businesses
A Summerfest spokesperson said 72% of tickets sold for Garth Brooks comes from outside of Milwaukee County and 48% is from outside of Wisconsin.

New program seeks to keep Milwaukee's youth safe and engaged over Summer break
$1.5 million is being invested to create a network of places across the city where kids can spend their summer evenings.

HHS Sec. Kennedy announces new office to help transition away from animal testing
This comes on the day Ridglan Farms announced all its dogs will be sold or donated by the end of August.

Evers celebrates record-breaking tourism year at bike shop, beach house in West Bend
The annual report, released earlier this month, showed the state generated $27 billion in economic impact.

'Freedom is not finished': Legislative Black Caucus celebrates Juneteenth
As caucus leaders celebrate the Juneteenth holiday, they say the fight for freedom and equality is ongoing.

Flood recovery still ongoing in Shiocton two months later
Police Chief Sara Knapp says at the community level — and the individual homeowner level — recovery from the flooding is ongoing.

Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt called up ahead of series with Guardians
Pratt has reached the major leagues 2 ½ months after the Milwaukee Brewers signed the shortstop prospect to an eight-year, $50.75 million contract.

World News

What's in the US-Iran agreement?
The 14-paragraph memo includes an end to fighting, an agreement that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon, and a $300bn redevelopment package for Iran.

Young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death after HPV jab
A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008.

Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.

Amber heat health alerts issued with UK temperatures set to soar above 30C
Very warm weather is set to return to parts of the UK with temperatures of 30C plus expected, as Europe experiences a 'heat dome'.

Number of job vacancies hits five year-low
Latest figures suggest companies are becoming more cautious about taking on new staff.

Voters head to the polls for Makerfield by-election
There are 14 candidates vying to be the Greater Manchester constituency's new MP.

The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC.

Interest rates expected to be held by Bank of England
The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.

Harry Kane explains the strategy behind his stuttered penalty run-up
Harry Kane was able to give England the lead against Croatia from the penalty spot - but only thanks to the video assistant referee.

'If we lose, we lose in our way' - how Tuchel inspired 'fearful' England
England players were on the receiving end of a half-time reproach from manager Thomas Tuchel as their World Cup campaign got off to a victorious start against Croatia.

Why are Scotland fans putting traffic cones on statues in Boston?
The practice is familiar to anyone from Glasgow, where the Duke of Wellington statue has been wearing a jaunty orange hat since the 1980s.

From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first game
All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina.

'I buried my parents one day after the other' - Ebola mourners learn how to grieve safely
A cemetery at the epicentre of the outbreak is rapidly filling up, however large traditional funerals have been scrapped.

US-Iran deal leaves core sticking points unresolved - and a $300bn question
Trump has insisted the deal ensures that Iran will never buy, develop or produce a nuclear weapon. But text of the agreement falls short of that.

The Papers: US-Iran deal and England's World Cup win
The BBC, along with other broadcasters, is not allowed to report details of campaigning while the polls are open.

An ultra-rare Star Wars Lego collection went missing - it's sparked viral conspiracies
Bricks & Figs shops around the US have been receiving threats due to the missing Star Wars Lego set, the company says.

'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots
As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.

Lil Nas X says he's 'feeling better' after rehab and bipolar diagnosis
The Old Town Road star was arrested last year for attacking police officers and later entered rehab.

Ancient 'Robin Hood' tree is dead, experts say
The Major Oak is thought to have stood for more than 1,000 years in the heart of Nottinghamshire's Sherwood Forest.

ChatGPT can be made to generate sexualised and violent images, researchers find
Researchers say it is still possible to trick the AI chatbot into producing graphic content.

Gunfire and explosions heard at Niger capital's airport
Niger has been fighting a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade and in January suspected jihadists attacked the same airport.

'Urgent' DBS system review after BBC investigation
Kristian Parry was able to get a job in a nursery while on bail for sex offences involving children.

Just 104 shoplifters behind thousands of offences
All but three of 104 repeat shoplifters continued offending after they had been charged, the Met says.

Why one Gen Z Londoner is allowed to graze sheep on land in the Welsh valleys
Caleb Tutt travelled from Lambeth to a hilltop in Llantrisant to claim his ancient birthright.

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How Will The Social Media Ban Change Children’s Lives?
Education secretary joins Newscast to discuss social media ban for under-16s.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?
Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history

Southgate confronts the crisis facing boys and young men across Britain
Gareth Southgate confronts the crisis facing boys and young men across Britain.

Inside the OnlyFans machine
Amber Haque reveals how OnlyFans models suffer widespread exploitation by their managers.

This was an England we haven't seen for years - and it was fun
Fun to watch and full of intent - this was an England we have not seen for years, writes Phil McNulty.

From one to 48 - every World Cup team ranked after first game
All 48 teams at the World Cup have now played once. BBC Sport's experts have ranked them all, from best to worst. Who is top? Not defending champions Argentina.

England hit four in World Cup opener against Croatia
England make a winning start to their World Cup 2026 campaign, beating Croatia 4-2 in a thrilling match in Dallas.