The Milwaukee Brewers made several roster moves ahead of their Saturday night game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

Americans celebrating the Fourth of July on Saturday woke up to the biggest news of all: new music from Beyoncé.

Pope Leo XIV spent the Fourth of July on Saturday in the epicenter of Europe’s migration debate to honor the tens of thousands of people who have died trying to reach Europe to find freedom and prosperity.

Jackson Chourio's slow roller scored the go-ahead run in the 11th inning and the Milwaukee Brewers went on to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-4 on Friday night

A mechanical failure at the Beloit Dam on the Rock River caused the dam gates to open Saturday.

CELEBRATING AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY 🎇 ABC is airing more than 24 hours of non-stop, live special coverage, starting July 3 and running through Independence Day. A special edition of Wisconsin News Now on Saturday at 10p will highlight the Badger State's role in American history.

Wisconsin DNR officials are reminding boaters to stay safe on the water this Fourth of July weekend as the nation celebrates America's 250th birthday.

It’s official! Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married, a representative for Swift has announced, and their longtime friend Adam Sandler officiated the wedding.

President Trump announced on Friday that he signed pardons for six people who he argued were “persecuted by the Biden Administration” for violating clean-air and emissions laws.

A mission to rescue one of NASA’s storied space observatories from falling to Earth has launched on a daring, first-of-its-kind endeavor.

Wisconsin Highway 138 is closed in both directions near Lake Kegonsa Road following a crash Friday night.

Prehistoric human relatives, nicknamed “hobbits” due to their short stature, may have been scavengers, rather than skilled hunters capable of taking down big game or building cooking fires, according to new research.

BREAKING NEWS: Three children died after a boat capsized on Geneva Lake after severe storms.

Preventing employee burnout requires effective mental health support, manager training, workload reassessment, and fostering a fair, connected culture.

Denise DeSerio, administrative assistant to the fire chief at the Madison Fire Department, has been named the 2026 Administrative Professional of the Year by the Wisconsin Fire Chiefs Association.

Tesla’s global sales shot up 25% in the second quarter in a sign that Elon Musk’s EV maker may be turning a corner - at least in Europe.

Local animal shelters are urging pet owners to take extra precautions this Fourth of July weekend as fireworks can frighten pets causing them to panic and run away from home.

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A Madison man is in the Vernon County Jail, accused of making threatening phone calls to the county's sheriff's office.

BREAKING NEWS A boat capsized on Lake Geneva Friday afternoon during strong storms, killing three people, according to the Walworth County Sheriff's Office.

Egypt is through to the Round of 16 after defeating Australia in a dramatic penalty shootout on Friday, marking a historic first World Cup knockout-round win for the Pharaohs.

Over 40 people were charged Friday in connection with the March 15 break-in at Ridglan Farms, formerly one of the largest beagle breeding facilities in the nation.

A 17-year-old out on bond for a homicide charge was arrested after police recovered a firearm equipped with a machine gun conversion device during a search warrant served early Thursday morning.

US officials attempted to warn Iran of fears they had that Israel would assassinate meditators during talks this spring, two US officials said.

Officials have released more information after a deputy shot and killed a 76-year-old man during an arrest attempt on June 17.

A new, intensive plan to keep the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall clean is emerging after the Trump administration spent months trying to turn the iconic memorial sparkling blue at the behest of President Donald Trump.

Gas prices have dropped an average of 9 cents across Wisconsin since last week.

The main suspect in a bomb attack that wounded a Ukrainian tycoon on Monday in Monaco is a Ukrainian woman who disguised herself as a man, local authorities say.

A fire destroyed a barn that contained several vehicles, with an estimated total loss of about $185,000.

PET OF THE WEEK 🐾 Ella is a 5-month-old spayed hound/lab mix from the Humane Society of Jefferson County (HSJC).

The former top US general whom Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired last year criticized the use of the military for political missions in an op-ed published Friday.

Wondering where to see fireworks this weekend in southern Wisconsin?Check out our full list of displays happening in the area! 🎇 ⬇️

CELEBRATING AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY 🎇 ABC is airing more than 24 hours of non-stop, live special coverage, starting July 3 and running through Independence Day. A special edition of Wisconsin News Now on Saturday at 10p will highlight the Badger State's role in American history.

People in Rock County are now eligible to apply for FEMA assistance, after President Donald Trump approved disaster relief for Wisconsin Thursday evening.

The UW-Madison Police Department has decided not to renew its annual contract with Flock Safety, which ended June 26.

The City of Stevens Point is adding a new stage, an enhanced fireworks display and Central Wisconsin's first drone light show to the 42nd Riverfront Rendezvous in celebration of the USA's 250th anniversary.

President Trump returns to Mount Rushmore on Friday, and though the president has openly mused about adding his likeness to the storied national monument, it’s unclear if he can move the mountains necessary to make it happen.

Wisconsin Wild Rice beds have seen challenges in recent years. The Wisconsin DNR says boaters can help by being aware of early growth wild rice. The Fourth of July Holiday period is expected to be particularly busy on the water.

Long before Wisconsin became the nation’s 30th state and decades before the Declaration of Independence was signed, Prairie du Chien had already emerged as one of the Upper Mississippi River’s most important gathering places.

The Wisconsin Army National Guard is marking the nation's 250th birthday with a message about service and community.

A head-on crash Thursday on County Highway CM near Links Road in the Town of Fort Winnebago left one woman dead, according to the Columbia County Sheriff's Office.

Doctors are warning people to pay close attention to hydration this 4th of July weekend as temperatures climb into the 80s.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has temporarily closed the public access site on Seeley Lake in Sauk County while a dam is removed.

The Forward Madison FC game against Peoria City will finish the night off with a firework show on Saturday at Breese Stevens Field.

Wisconsin voters will see two candidates in the Republican primary for governor when they vote on August 11. The frontrunner is Rep. Tom Tiffany. Medical services technician Andy Manske also collected enough signatures to get on the ballot.

Wisconsin officials are urging boaters to stay sober and wear life jackets ahead of the holiday weekend as part of a nationwide effort to combat impaired boating.

Turkish authorities have banned a cruise ship catering to American LGBTQ+ travelers from docking in the country’s ports, citing “moral standards” and “family values,” the CEO of the events company behind the upcoming Mediterranean tour said Thursday.

Wisconsin breweries are bracing for a new federal law that bans hemp products with more than 0.4 milligrams of THC per container, effective Nov. 11.

A fourth suspect has been arrested in connection with a shooting that left a 2-year-old child dead alongside his mother and aunt last week in Jackson, Mississippi, officials announced Thursday.

From a brand-new Fourth of July lakefront festival to Wisconsin's largest outdoor pickleball tournament and one of Madison's signature community events, July offers a full calendar of summer activities across the region.