Local Wisconsin News

Organization launches food pantry delivery on bikes
With prices on the rise, community organizations are getting creative with food deliveries to those in need. 

Handling EAA AirVenture’s other air traffic
Appleton Flight Center sees an annual spike in traffic when EAA’s AirVenture flies into town.

Severe weather causes struggles for Green Bay’s largest farmers market
The Farmers Market on Broadway is supposed to happen every Wednesday, but heavy rains have forced cancellations for most of the summer season.

Now Hiring: Outpost Natural Foods recruiting new employees
Outpost Natural Foods has dozens of positions open at its four grocery store locations in the greater-Milwaukee area.

Manic Monday with heat, smoke, and severe weather
Air quality remains unhealthy, while severe storms threaten later Monday.

Contreras' 3-run homer in the bottom of the 9th gives Brewers 3-1 win over Marlins
Fairbanks was trying to protect a one-run lead, and instead ended up with his third blown save that extended Miami’s losing streak.

'Allow me to reintroduce myself': David Crowley re-launches campaign for governor
Crowley is back in the race touting a full endorsement from Gov. Tony Evers.

Soccer fans withstand wildfire smoke to watch World Cup final
Wisconsin’s unhealthy air quality did not stop loyal soccer fans from watching the FIFA World Cup Championship.

'It stopped us': Pilots contend with wildfire smoke delays ahead of EAA Airventure Oshkosh
Wildfire smoke reduced visibility to less than 3 miles, which prevented many pilots from being able to land on the AirVenture grounds.

U.S. announces another troop death as Israel warns Tehran's attacks are coming close
The U.S. military said the service member was killed in Iraq on Saturday during the “controlled detonation” of a downed Iranian drone.

EAA AirVenture makes final preparation for aviation celebration
EAA’s AirVenture week brings in more than 10,000 aircraft from around the world.

In Focus: Wisconsin Policy Forum discusses research into childcare costs in the state
With no permanent funding plan in place, the Wisconsin Early Childhood Association expects more than 3/4 of providers to raise tuition.

In Focus: State Sen. Dan Feyen talks childcare affordability issues
Exploring the impact on providers and parents as a key revenue stream comes to a close.

In Focus: 'Childcare cliff' impacts Wisconsin providers, parents
This week on In Focus, we look at the so-called “childcare cliff” in Wisconsin.

In Focus: State Sen. LaTonya Johnson discusses childcare funding challenges
This week on In Focus, we look at the so-called “childcare cliff” in Wisconsin.

U.S. military launches airstrikes to punish Iran for deaths of U.S. troops
The two U.S. troop deaths announced Saturday were the first caused by direct Iranian fire since the war's early days.

Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota pushes farther into the U.S. and engulfs DC in haze
Air quality warnings are expected to remain in effect at least through Saturday in parts of the U.S.

Garrett Mitchell's walk-off single in 10th lifts Brewers to 2-1 win over Marlins
The center fielder delivered his third career walk-off hit, after he made a running catch of Joe Mack’s sharp liner to end the top of the 10th.

Milwaukee area makes adjustments due to air quality concerns
The Milwaukee Fresh Air Collective invited the community to make their own air cleaners to protect themselves from the wildfire smoke.

Smoke keeps crowds down at Maxwell Street Days as Madison health officials urge caution outdoors
A thick haze of smoke blanketed Madison for a second straight day.

World News

Burnham promises help with your money. How could it affect you?
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he wants life to be more affordable, but how could he do it?

Burnham pledges to end rough sleeping in first speech as prime minister
The Labour leader made a similar pledge as Greater Manchester mayor, although he failed to achieve this.

Watch: Starmer resigns, Burnham becomes PM... the day so far
Andy Burnham has become the UK's prime minister after being appointed by the King at Buckingham Palace.

Who is Andy Burnham's wife, Marie-France van Heel?
Van Heel, known as Frankie, is a marketing executive who has been in a relationship with Burnham since their university days.

Ofcom launches investigation into Married at First Sight UK
In May, BBC Panorama revealed rape allegations from two women on the show, which the men involved deny.

My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did
Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers.

Prisons minister Lord Timpson quits government
The businessman said it was an "honour" to serve in the post, but the BBC understands he feels he has achieved all he can in the role.

Pupil not guilty of trying to murder history teacher after stabbing her in the head
History teacher Vicki Williams was stabbed in her classroom at Milford Haven Comprehensive School.

Police block thousands of 'cockroach' protesters marching on India's parliament
Some protesters demanding education reforms said they were injured in clashes with police who banned the march.

Rare identical quadruplets born in Australia
The parents of the four naturally-conceived girls were taken by "immense surprise" with the pregnancy, the hospital said.

Are you a parent missing out on £27 a week? Here's how to check
Thousands of new parents fail to claim child benefit until it is too late to receive some of the money, HMRC says.

Will the Tate brothers be extradited from the US to the UK?
Andrew and Tristan Tate are set to face extradition proceedings in the US as British prosecutors issued 38 new charges against the brothers.

The small seaside town winning big from TV tourism
Hope Street has drawn tourists from around the world to Donaghadee in Northern Ireland - and its locals are also enjoying being part of the show.

Why David Beckham was the face of the World Cup
After arriving in Los Angeles 19 years ago promising to grow the game, David Beckham is still helping sell football to America.

‘Everyone's afraid to die’: Struggle to recruit soldiers in Ukraine turns violent
Aggression against recruitment officers has become increasingly threatening, police say.

Best goal, best player, best fans - BBC reporters' World Cup awards
BBC Sport reporters pick their best moments of the tournament - and you can vote for yours.

Could Infantino really push through a 64-team World Cup?
If we have learned one thing from Gianni Infantino's Fifa tenure, it is that more is better. That could mean 64 teams at the World Cup.

Lamine Yamal celebrates World Cup win with little brother who charmed fans
The three-year-old brother of Yamal has been hailed one of Spain's World Cup breakout stars by fans

South East Water hosepipe ban to affect 2.4 million people
South East Water says customers in Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire will face a ban.

Broadcaster and journalist Edward Stourton dies aged 68
Stourton hosted Radio 4's Today programme for a decade and was a founding member of Channel 4 News.

Trump says US strikes hit Iran in 'honour' of American soldiers killed
Iran responded with attacks in Syria and Jordan, as two ships reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz.

Fire crews to remain at Arthur's Seat for days after blaze
A huge plume of smoke could be seen from as far away as Fife on Sunday evening.

Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya as new overall leader
The Palestinian armed group's Qatar-based chief negotiator replaces Yahya Sinwar, who was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in 2024.

Ten killed as Russian attacks on merchant ships in Black Sea intensify
Russian strikes on the Odesa region have killed 28 people in July alone, local authorities say.

Parched grass reveals 'lost' 17th Century garden
The hot weather uncovers the outline of The Great Parterre, an ornate garden designed in 1699.

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What No 10 Will Really Be Like For Andy Burnham
Former insiders explain ahead of moving in day.

Will Trump's primetime speech help him challenge the midterm elections?
Join Americast for insights and analysis on what's happening inside Trump's White House.

Get inside access to the new super-elite: The tech billionaires
Matt Shea meets the new tech billionaires trying to reshape the world.

Best goal, best player, best fans - BBC reporters' World Cup awards
BBC Sport reporters pick their best moments of the tournament - and you can vote for yours.

Stay or go - at 28, Rashford faces big Man Utd call
The World Cup is over, and Marcus Rashford returns home not knowing if his future at club level lies with Manchester United.

Could Infantino really push through a 64-team World Cup?
If we have learned one thing from Gianni Infantino's Fifa tenure, it is that more is better. That could mean 64 teams at the World Cup.