Wisconsin in the headlines: a judge weighs overturning a juried conviction of former Wis. judge Hannah Dugan, plus ongoing state political and legal frictions.
England and Wales are expanding restrictions on dangerous dogs to prevent children under 12 from being left alone with certain breeds, including XL bullies. The new rules, laid before Parliament, will trigger fines and seizure of dogs for breaches, and take effect on 1 November. Animal welfare groups caution against breed-based bans and urge broader licensing approaches.
A severe winter storm has caused heavy snowfall, blizzard conditions, and power outages across the Midwest and Great Lakes, prompting travel advisories, bridge closures, and emergency responses. Additional heavy snow and severe weather are forecast through Monday, impacting transportation and public safety nationwide.
Nebraska and Wisconsin are moving toward legalizing online sports betting on tribal platforms, amid ongoing debates over regulation and gambling addiction. Nebraska's prediction markets are already active, while Wisconsin's bill awaits governor approval, highlighting the evolving landscape of U.S. sports wagering.
The US is experiencing unprecedented weather extremes in March, including severe heatwaves on the west coast, snow in the south, and chaotic temperature swings across regions. Experts link these patterns to climate change, with jet stream shifts causing simultaneous extremes. These events highlight the intensifying impact of the climate crisis.
Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian-born US resident and leader of Milwaukee's Islamic Society, was detained by ICE agents on April 1. Supporters say he was targeted for speaking against Israel and his past conviction in Israeli military courts. His arrest has sparked protests and political criticism.
A federal judge in Massachusetts dismissed a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice seeking access to the state's voter rolls. The judge ruled the DOJ failed to meet legal requirements and did not provide sufficient factual or legal basis for the request, leading to case dismissal.
A severe storm has caused extensive damage across parts of Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, with tornadoes ripping through communities. No fatalities have been reported, but homes, schools, and infrastructure have sustained significant damage. Emergency services are responding, and surveys are underway to assess the full extent of the destruction. The storm is ongoing, and further severe weather is expected.
Several US states are implementing or considering temporary bans on new data center construction, citing concerns over resource use, pollution, and infrastructure. Maine has approved a moratorium, while others like Georgia are moving toward similar measures. The federal government is also contemplating a nationwide pause.
A series of severe weather events has impacted the US, with tornadoes damaging homes in Oklahoma and rare tornadoes occurring in California. Midwest states face ongoing thunderstorms, flooding, and lightning, with authorities warning that these conditions will persist into the weekend and more storms will develop.
Activists have gathered at Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin to demand the release of 2,000 beagles used for research. Police have responded with tear gas, rubber bullets, and arrests. The protests are part of ongoing efforts to shut down the facility, which faces allegations of animal mistreatment. Today’s clashes follow previous attempts to rescue dogs.
Universities UK-led polling shows VCs warn of staff redundancies and reduced outreach as funding pressures bite. Higher education leaders say government funding must better reflect the sector’s value, while student support could be at risk as hardship grants are reconsidered.
The Supreme Court has ruled Mississippi's jury selection in Pitchford’s capital trial violated Batson v. Kentucky, giving Pitchford a potential new trial after decades on death row; the ruling follows heightened scrutiny of race-based jury practices and echoes earlier Flowers rulings.
The Supreme Court has lifted a lower court injunction, allowing Alabama to use a court-drawn map with a majority-Black district deficit for August primaries. The decision reflects a wider national push by Republicans to redraw districts amid a shifting Voting Rights Act landscape, with Alabama joining a chorus of Southern states pursuing mid-decade redistricting ahead of the 2028 elections.
Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian-born U.S. permanent resident, has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement since March. His lawyers say he is facing medical neglect in Indiana detention, including uncontrolled diabetes and weight loss, while advocates frame the detention as retaliation for pro-Palestinian advocacy. Lawmakers and civil rights groups call for his release as his health declines.
The president has visited Chippewa Falls and nearby areas to shore up support for Rep. Derrick Van Orden, arguing for farm-friendly policies and pressing for faster progress on Iran negotiations. Voters are weighing prices, imports, and the economy as the race tightens in a key district ahead of November.
The United States has attacked Iranian coastal radar sites after four Iranian one-way attack drones posed an immediate threat to Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic, per CENTCOM. The action follows a ceasefire in the Mideast war that remains fragile as talks stall and cross-border strikes continue.
Trump has walked out of an NBC “Meet the Press” interview after a heated exchange with Kristen Welker over election integrity. Welker pressed him on delayed California results and the president accused the press of being crooked before ending the interview. The exchange follows similar moments in Wisconsin and signals ongoing tensions between Trump and the media ahead of further talks.
Trump has reiterated that he has not guaranteed no wars and that the war with Iran is not an endless war, while defending a proposed fund for supporters and criticizing the election process and related allegations. In NBC’s Meet the Press interview, he emphasizes a strong military and ongoing international pressures.
The president has pressed Congress to approve a $1.776 billion “weaponization fund” to compensate those prosecuted after the January 6 riot, despite court challenges and political opposition. In a televised interview, he has argued that lives have been destroyed and vows to push for the payout, while opponents warn of political toxicity.
Donald Trump has walked out of a Meet the Press interview after pressing unverified claims that California elections were updated with cheating. He has insisted that the 2020 election was rigged and has argued that media outlets and Meet the Press are crooked. The exchange has prompted sharp commentary from late-night hosts and political critics. A follow-up interview has been agreed.