Local Wisconsin News

'It's almost always police and fire going to the same incident': Green Bay's dual drone first responder program deployment
The technology allows law enforcement to get a visual of a scene before sending out an officer.

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.

Independent police monitor releases report on 2024 in-custody death
Richard Johnson’s death was originally ruled an accident.

Republicans use Democrats’ Dairy Month mistake against them
One political analyst said posting images of bulls instead of dairy cows a “culturally inappropriate mistake.”

Jacob Misiorowski, Jackson Chourio receive co-NL Players of the Week honors
It was a dominant week for two of the Milwaukee Brewers young stars.

Milwaukee mayor talks curbing summer violence, FBI 2020 election probe
The City of Milwaukee is investing in youth programs to get students, now out of school, involved in programs.

Spotty showers Tuesday with more rain Wednesday
Areas of heavy rain and localized flooding may be likely Wednesday.

Brewers bring 'Wisco Way' mural series to Eau Claire
The mural is tentatively scheduled for its official unveiling on Thursday, July 23, in coordination with Downtown Eau Claire's Water Street Faire.

‘I’m open to anything’: Gov. Evers weighs in on future of Knowles-Nelson Stewardship fund expiring this month
“If we don't get anything done before when I leave, I'm convinced that it's going to be a money thing,” Gov. Evers said.

Ridglan Farms to shut down as rescue group secures release of 475 more dogs
The Center for a Humane Economy said its attorney negotiated the release of 350 beagles immediately and the remaining 150 later this summer.

Madison Symphony Orchestra marks 100 years
Executive Director Robert Reed joined Spectrum News to share how it's accomplished this feat.

Phantom Lake YMCA Camp celebrates 130 years
It's one of the oldest YMCA camps in North America.

‘Water for Elephants’ brings the circus to Madison for its Wisconsin premiere
The show, based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, will be at the Overture Center for the Arts from June 16-21.

Navigating grief and loss on Father's Day
You're not alone.

Nancy Gruber, philanthropist and owner of Gruber Law Offices, dies
Wife to David Gruber, she died on June 7, according to an online obituary.

38-year-old man drowns in Nagawicka Lake
The man had been on a boat with five people on it when he ended up in the water and never resurfaced.

Suspect dies, deputy injured in Town of Elba disturbance
The incident happened at River Run Dog Park, when deputies responded to reports of a man that was intoxicated and causing a disturbance.

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.

Need for Milwaukee VA ride programs seeing an increase due to construction 
Both the DAV and the VA’s Veteran Transportation Service said they are seeing an increase in veteran riders.

3 tornadoes touched down in storms last week, NWS says
That means there have now been 31 tornadoes in the Badger State this year.

World News

Trump may release US-Iran deal before Friday, Vance says
The US vice-president says the agreement is "about a page and a half" and "very general", meaning many details will be worked out later.

Thames Water closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal
A government spokesman tells the BBC the current offer "does not do enough to protect consumers or the environment".

Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says country's watchdog
The claims also prompted a response from UK media regulator Ofcom, who called them "deeply concerning".

Iranian-Americans protest against Iran team at World Cup
The BBC’s Shaimaa Khalil was outside the Iran v New Zealand opening round match as protesters called for an end to Tehran’s clerical regime.

What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates
Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility?

Labour risks handing power to Reform without drastic change, says union leader
Andrea Egan tellls the BBC that Labour haven't delivered and her election demonstrated that members were desperate to have their voices heard.

Eight dead after US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California
The incident occurred on Monday morning while the aircraft had been on a routine test mission.

NHS report told of Nottingham maternity problems before inquiry
A previously unpublished report details problems in Nottingham's maternity units before a major review.

Bonnie Tyler out of coma but 'very unwell' after emergency surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was put in an induced coma after emergency intestinal surgery.

Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged
An Indian national is charged with contravening sanctions after the tanker was detained.

Japan raises interest rate to highest since 1995
The Bank of Japan has been raising rates from near-zero since 2024.

VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch'
Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" that he was "unaware" of.

Tunisia sack head coach just one game into World Cup
Tunisia sack head coach Sabrei Lamouchi after their 5-1 defeat by Sweden in their World Cup opener.

The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut
Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.

Recovery of Ebola patients offers rare moments of joy at epicentre of outbreak
There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170.

What did Trump do differently to Obama on Iran?
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the contrasting approaches of the two presidents as Trump touts a new peace deal.

Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.

'Social media firms hit back' and 'Arson attack on Starmer linked to Russia'
Several of the papers are leading on Sir Keir's plan to ban social media for under-16s in the UK, which was announced on Monday.

No, there’s no plot to make you allergic to meat
Viral conspiracy posts claim there is a secret effort to spread ticks on US farms to trigger an allergy to red meat.

Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.

I might have avoided ovarian cancer if I lived in England not Wales
Heather Morgan's postcode meant she was ineligible for a test that could have revealed her risk.

Woman left traumatised by swinging says website 'facilitated abuse'
She wants to warn others after her husband pressured her into sex she did not want, she says.

California's Newsom alleges justice department is investigating wife and ex-staff
A source familiar with the investigations says they had been ongoing for "roughly a year".

Travelodge sorry for 'Free Palestine' greeting on room TV
A guest, who is reportedly an Orthodox Jew, found the message in his north London hotel room.

Trust in news hits a new low, research suggests
The Reuters Institute records its lowest trust figures since the annual research began in 2015.

Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted baby
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.

Australia to probe assault claims by Gaza flotilla activists against Israeli forces
Australian activists claim they were kidnapped, raped and tortured after being detained in May.

Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension
The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models.

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Social Media Ban For Under-16s
Under-16s to be banned from social media Keir Starmer announces.

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

UK announces U16 social media ban
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces a ban for under-16s from major social media platforms