Wisconsin

Laura Dietz, a Macomb County fence company owner, pleaded no contest to multiple fraud and embezzlement charges, including stealing over $93,000 from her father and failing to deliver fence services to victims in St. Clair Shores and Shelby Township. She also issued a $11,751.14 nonsufficient funds check to Elite Fence Products and faces extradition to Wisconsin for a pending false pretenses charge.

Authorities in Wisconsin have identified the third child who died after a boat capsized and sank on Geneva Lake on July 3 due to strong storms.

A 10-year-old girl described as having 'no mean bone in her body' was identified as the third victim of a Wisconsin boating crash that also killed her six and seven-year-old cousins. The incident occurred in Wisconsin, though no further details about the crash were provided in the article.

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist and single mother, is running for Wisconsin governor to test left-wing voter support in a swing state. Her campaign highlights policies like defunding police, free healthcare, and a $20 minimum wage, facing a primary challenge from Republican Tom Tiffany, who has Trump's endorsement.

Ken Barlow forecasts clearing skies and pleasant weather in Minnesota and Wisconsin today, with a heatwave expected to arrive this weekend and persist into next week. Thursday will feature partly cloudy conditions and lower humidity, while Friday may see brief midday showers. A significant heatwave with high temperatures and humidity is anticipated over the weekend.

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist and single mother, is running for Wisconsin governor in a swing state, testing how far left voters are willing to go in a Democratic primary. Her candidacy faces opposition from Republican Tom Tiffany, a Trump-endorsed candidate, with the race seen as critical for Democrats' hopes of state government control.

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist and single mother, is running for governor in Wisconsin, a key swing state, to test how far left voters are willing to go. The Democratic primary on August 11 will determine her candidacy's viability against Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, who has Trump's endorsement. Hong advocates for policies like defunding police, free healthcare, and a $20 minimum wage.

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, is running for governor in Wisconsin to test leftist voter support in a swing state. Her campaign faces Republican Tom Tiffany, who has Trump's endorsement, with the primary set for August 11.

The author recounts a personal fall and a friend's hip injury from an e-bike accident, highlighting the risks of falls among rural elders. Wisconsin has the highest fall-related death rate for adults over 65 in 2023, prompting the author to seek balance programs and address health concerns like orthostatic hypotension and vision issues.

Vice President JD Vance promoted the Trump administration’s anti-fraud initiatives in Wisconsin, using a photo of a Black woman linked to Medicaid fraud. Critics highlighted that the investigation into the fraud was conducted by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel years before Vance took office. The event included Republican figures criticizing Governor Tony Evers for refusing to share SNAP recipient data with the Trump administration.

An Illinois couple lost their two children when their boat capsized during a massive storm at Wisconsin's Lake Geneva. Authorities and friends confirmed the couple were experienced boaters.

John Deere owners and independent repair shops will gain access to diagnostic and repair tools under a new FTC settlement, ending the company's restriction to authorized dealers. This follows a $99 million class-action settlement in April and addresses complaints about withheld software and anticompetitive practices.

John Deere owners will gain the right to repair their equipment under a new FTC settlement requiring the company to provide diagnostic and repair tools to equipment owners and independent shops. The settlement, secured by the FTC and attorneys general from five states, addresses complaints that Deere withheld software and restricted repairs to authorized dealers.

John Deere owners will gain the right to repair their equipment under a new FTC settlement requiring the company to provide diagnostic and repair tools to equipment owners and independent shops. The agreement, secured by the FTC and attorneys general from Arizona, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, prohibits Deere from retaliating against those who choose non-authorized repairs and follows a separate $99 million class-action settlement earlier this year.

Vice President JD Vance spoke in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, emphasizing a dual focus on combating fraud and opposing Democrats. He stated the issue is not about policy but about who supports fraudsters versus the public.

Hannah Dugan received a sentence after assisting an immigrant in the US to evade ICE agents in 2025. She avoided prison in the obstruction case.

John Deere has agreed to settle an antitrust case brought by the Federal Trade Commission and several states over its tractor repair requirements. The lawsuit accused the company of monopolizing the tractor repair industry by restricting access to software tools needed for repairs, and the settlement requires it to provide independent repair providers with the same services as authorized dealers.

John Deere settled an antitrust lawsuit with five states and the FTC, agreeing to provide independent repair shops access to its proprietary diagnostic tools for 10 years. The settlement addresses allegations that the company restricted farmers' ability to repair equipment through non-authorized dealers, driving up costs.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley ended his campaign for Wisconsin governor, narrowing the Democratic primary field to five candidates. The remaining candidates are Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Mandela Barnes, Rep. Francesca Hong, Sen. Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan.

Hannah Dugan, a Wisconsin judge, was convicted of obstruction for helping an immigrant evade federal officers and has submitted her resignation to the governor. She was spared prison time for the offense.

Hannah C. Dugan, a Wisconsin state judge, was found guilty of obstructing federal agents. She faces a fine but no prison time.

A former Wisconsin judge convicted of felony obstruction for aiding an immigrant to evade federal officers is set for sentencing in federal court. The case involves allegations of interfering with a federal arrest.

Shawn Eichorst, former Texas athletic director, was hired as Wisconsin's new AD with a five-year, $1.6 million contract. He aims to revitalize Wisconsin's football program, which has experienced back-to-back losing seasons, and has previously held roles at Miami, Nebraska, and Texas. His tenure at Nebraska ended in 2017 due to football struggles, and he now seeks to improve Wisconsin's performance while emphasizing a balance between confidence and humility.

Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood and two smaller abortion providers has resumed after being cut off for most of a year due to a provision in President Donald Trump’s 2022 tax and policy law. The defunding led to clinic closures and reduced services like breast cancer screenings and STI testing, though not all services will return. Some states, like Maine and Massachusetts, maintained coverage through state-funded Medicaid reimbursements.

The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is expanding its focus to competitive statewide races in Michigan and Wisconsin following primary wins in Colorado and New York. Progressive candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Francesca Hong are gaining traction in Democratic primaries, supported by DSA resources and high-profile figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. DSA membership has surged, with over 7,500 new members since recent victories.

Most of the state will remain dry today, though isolated thunderstorms are possible in east central Minnesota and western Wisconsin this afternoon. Drier conditions are expected Monday before significant storms return late Tuesday into Wednesday, followed by a break from high humidity by Thursday.

Three dozen states are holding governor elections in November, with battleground states won by President Trump in 2024 under scrutiny. Nevada, Georgia, and Wisconsin are highlighted as key indicators of the national mood on the White House, economy, and political parties. Two Midwestern states have also become focal points for political tests.

Three children died when a boat capsized in Geneva Lake, Wisconsin, during a severe storm, with all four children on board wearing life vests. Storms and a heat wave caused widespread utility outages affecting nearly 1 million customers across multiple states and disrupted the July Fourth holiday with canceled events and transportation issues.

A weather-related tragedy at Geneva Lake in Wisconsin resulted in the deaths of three children who were wearing life jackets. The incident occurred amid searing heat and storms, which also caused widespread utility outages.

Three children died after a boat capsized in Geneva Lake, Wisconsin, during a severe storm that caused widespread utility outages and damage across multiple states. Over 750,000 utility customers lost power in Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, and New Jersey, with storms disrupting holiday events and transportation.

Three children died after a boat capsized in Geneva Lake during a Wisconsin storm, despite wearing life vests. Storms and a heat wave disrupted the July Fourth holiday, causing widespread utility outages.

Three children died after a boat capsized in Geneva Lake, Wisconsin, during a severe storm, with all four children on board wearing life vests. Storms and a heat wave caused widespread utility outages affecting nearly 1 million customers across multiple states and disrupted July Fourth holiday events.

Three children died and seven others were rescued after a recreational motor boat capsized on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin during a sudden storm. The incident occurred as the boat attempted to navigate to safety amid deteriorating weather conditions.

Three children died and seven others were rescued after a recreational motor boat capsized on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin during a sudden storm. The incident occurred as the boat attempted to navigate to safety amid deteriorating weather conditions.

A storm caused three boaters to die after their boats capsized near a Wisconsin tourist spot, while seven others were rescued by Lake Geneva police. Mayor Todd Krause declared a local emergency in response.

Three people died on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin after a boat capsized during a severe storm. A source indicated the fatalities were children.

Francesca Hong, a state legislator, is running for Wisconsin governor as a democratic socialist to demonstrate viability in a battleground state. Critics argue her candidacy could benefit Republicans by splitting the vote.

Far-left and socialist-aligned candidates have won Democratic primaries in New York City and Colorado, prompting a national push to target upcoming contests in Missouri, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Florida. Key figures like Melat Kiros, Cori Bush, and Abdul El-Sayed are leading efforts backed by the Democratic Socialists of America and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to challenge establishment-backed candidates.

Francesca Hong, a state Rep. and self-proclaimed Democratic Socialist, is running for Wisconsin governor in a crowded primary against several candidates. She emphasizes her working-class background and pledge to build a government that works for people to connect with voters in a closely divided state.

President Donald Trump signed HR 1, a $4.5 trillion tax cut paired with $1 trillion in healthcare and food assistance cuts, which critics blame for reduced access to Medicaid and SNAP. Protesters in Wisconsin targeted Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany, who supported the bill, using a decommissioned ambulance to symbolize healthcare cuts.