Quick Summary: Southern Wisconsin Braces for Heat Index Over 100 Degrees
Southern Wisconsin faces dangerous heat and storm overlap — heat indices could reach above 100 degrees.
The National Weather Service...
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• Senator Tommy Tuberville called for an outdoor prayer ban targeting Muslims.
• He argued that public prayers mark territory and threaten American values.
• Tuberville tied the issue to fears of Sharia law and crime.
• Critics say the proposal violates religious freedom and the Constitution.
• The debate raises questions...
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Letitia James has been indicted by a federal grand jury.
She faces a bank fraud charge tied to mortgage paperwork.
The move follows similar actions against Trump’s allies.
James denies wrongdoing and calls the charge a mistake.
This comes after her big win against Trump’s business fraud.
Letitia...
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Portland council member Angelita Morillo called Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem a renowned puppy killer.
Morillo joked Noem feared protesters dressed in frog and chicken costumes.
Morillo said the city handles peaceful protests without the National Guard.
A judge will soon decide on sending federal troops...
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A new peace deal may soon pause the war between Israel and Hamas.
President Trump says both sides accepted its first phase.
Israel’s prime minister calls the plan “nothing to celebrate.”
Analyst Jonah Goldberg credits Israel’s military wins for opening talks.
Returning hostages could mark the deal’s biggest...
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President Trump plans to send about 200 US troops to Israel.
Troops will support a civil-military coordination center in Israel.
No American soldiers will be stationed in Gaza.
The center will help move humanitarian aid and improve security.
Critics warn the move may deepen US involvement in...
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• Dr. Mark Bray’s family flight was canceled at Newark airport without warning.
• He suspects a conservative group tied to late influencer Charlie Kirk.
• He faced death threats and got no campus security from Rutgers.
• He relocated his wife and two children to Spain for safety.
• He will...
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The Trump administration decided not to place tariffs on generic drugs.
A national security review raised concerns over pharmaceutical imports.
Most U.S. prescriptions are for generic drugs made overseas.
The move helps prevent medication shortages and price spikes.
Why Generic Drugs Matter in the U.S.
Generic drugs are low-cost...
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Courtney Boose, 41, was arrested after allegedly stabbing a 69-year-old man at a gas station.
He has a criminal history with 99 prior arrests, including battery, theft, and trespassing.
Many are outraged that Boose has faced little to no serious punishment over the years.
His case raises...
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Israel and Hamas have reached a new peace agreement.
The first phase includes Israel pulling out troops and Hamas freeing hostages.
This comes two years after the deadly October 7 attack.
Over 67,000 Palestinians have died, and much of Gaza lies in ruins.
Former President Trump announced...
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In 2019, drone attacks from Yemen hit Saudi oil sites.
The U.S. did not respond to the attacks, surprising Saudi leaders.
Saudi Arabia started to question its long-term security ties with the U.S.
The situation highlighted growing tension in the U.S.–Saudi partnership.
Iran's influence in the region...
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Fraser Bohm, 23, is facing four murder charges after a fatal car crash.
His lawyers say he was “grossly overcharged” and want the case dismissed.
A 55-page court motion was filed challenging parts of an earlier hearing.
Bohm's crash killed four Pepperdine University students in October 2023.
Is...
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Free speech is often the first target for those seeking total control.
Attacks on monuments and history show deeper efforts to erase opposing ideas.
Silencing voices can lead to dangerous, even violent, consequences.
Protecting speech is key to defending democracy and human rights.
Why Free Speech Is More...
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President Donald Trump announced cuts to Democrat-supported programs during a government shutdown.
The shutdown has reached day nine without a resolution in sight.
Trump said the cuts will only target popular Democratic initiatives.
The move may escalate partisan tensions and prolong the budget standoff.
Millions of Americans...
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Illegal crossings at the US-Mexico border have dropped to the lowest in over 50 years.
Only 238,000 migrants were stopped in early fiscal 2025, a major decrease.
This drop took place during the final four months of Joe Biden’s presidency.
The numbers were even lower than during...
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A 29-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly starting the deadly Pacific Palisades fire.
The wildfire claimed 12 lives and destroyed over 6,000 homes in Los Angeles.
The blaze began in January and spread rapidly due to dry weather and wind.
Authorities are still investigating possible motives...
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Dr. Mehmet Oz spoke to MAHA supporters about a recent deal with Pfizer.
Some supporters are upset the Trump administration partnered with big pharma.
Oz explained the goal is to lower prescription drug prices for Medicaid patients.
He asked movement members to focus on results, not personal...
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A viral image appeared to show an ICE officer pointing a gun at a man in his home.
Senator Dick Durbin strongly criticized ICE, comparing the scene to something from a war zone.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) responded, saying the image was taken out of...
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The Senate confirmed 107 federal nominees in a 51-47 vote.
Neil Jacobs is now the new Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere.
Jacobs had a controversial role in the past “Sharpiegate” incident.
His confirmation brings questions about NOAA’s future under his leadership.
What Happened in the...
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Hungarian writer Laszlo Krasznahorkai won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature.
The prize honors his unique storytelling filled with deep, artistic meaning.
His works explore dark, apocalyptic themes while highlighting the beauty of art.
The award includes 11 million Swedish crowns, worth about 1.2 million US dollars.
Laszlo...
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A 29-year-old man has been arrested for starting the deadly Palisades fire.
The fire killed 12 people and destroyed over 6,800 structures in Los Angeles.
Investigators believe the fire was intentionally set in early January.
The suspect now faces several serious criminal charges.
Palisades Fire Suspect Finally Caught...
