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In 1984, Wisconsin scientists divided a lake in half and acidified one side to mimic acid rain; bass stopped reproducing, and the fishery collapsed

An experiment in Wisconsin's Little Rock Lake studied acid rain's long-term effects on freshwater environments. Scientists divided the lake and acidified one half to mimic pollution conditions. The treated side experienced a collapse in its fish population and altered plant life. This pioneering study informed air pollution reduction laws in…

The Times of India

Mandela Barnes drops out of high-stakes Wisconsin governor’s race

Former lieutenant governor says path to Democratic nomination no longer viable as democratic socialist rival surges ahead

The Guardian - US

Mandela Barnes Exits Wisconsin Governor Race Following Party Review of 2025 Sexual Misconduct Claims

Mandela Barnes exits the Wisconsin governor race amid unverified misconduct claims, leaving Francesca Hong as the leading candidate ahead of the 11 August primary.

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Mandela Barnes suspends campaign for Democratic nomination for governor of Wisconsin

Mandela Barnes (D) suspended his campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor of Wisconsin on July 30, 2026.

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Mandela Barnes drops out of the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor

Mandela Barnes has dropped out of Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor

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Driver trapped during tornado as power lines crash around her: ‘I thought I was a goner’

A driver was caught inside a tornado after power lines crashed down around her during a powerful storm in Wisconsin.

The Independent UK

Wisconsin brewery’s liquor license revoked after allegedly offering ‘free beer, all day long’ on day of Donald Trump’s death: ‘I’m not taking this lying down’

The owner plans to fight it with everything he's got.

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Wisconsin Brewery That Promised Free Beer if Trump Died Now Faces Permit Revocation

Minocqua Brewing Company, a self‑styled progressive Wisconsin brewery that once promised free beer when Donald Trump dies, is fighting plans by state officials to revoke its alcohol permits.

International Business Times UK

Accountability can't stop at ICE

Corey Ruiz's death in Wisconsin shows that local police need scrutiny too

Salon

How One Missing Underscore Sent an Innocent Man to Jail for 18 Months

Brandon Klayme was acquitted after an appeal revealed a username error led to his wrongful conviction for child-related offences, highlighting a critical investigative mistake.

International Business Times UK

A Tree Crew Worker Was Killed by a Suspected Lightning Strike in Wisconsin, and Most People Get the Rescue Response Wrong

A worker died in a suspected Wisconsin lightning strike. What the 30-minute rule means and why victims are safe to touch.

Medical Daily

Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one

A judge in Wisconsin has ruled that voters who have already returned their absentee ballots for the state’s primary election are not allowed to void those and request a new one

The Independent UK

Wisconsin woman threatens to kill teenagers at a water park after they mock her wife’s weight: ‘That was embarrassing’

Their alleged comments also brought back memories from the past.

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Wisconsin appeals court overturns ruling that had restored collective bargaining power

Wisconsin public worker and teachers unions have suffered a legal setback as they seek to regain the collective bargaining rights they lost 15 years ago

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How free childcare started winning US elections: ‘Overnight, people realized how essential it was’

Francesca Hong, a candidate for Wisconsin governor, is part of a wave of democratic socialists finding traction with an old idea

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Wisconsin tornado leaves homes damaged and streets covered in debris

Residents in Menasha, Wisconsin, survey tornado damage as crews assess destroyed homes, fallen trees and damaged power lines after the storm.

The Independent UK

Twisted trees, crushed cars and shattered homes in Wisconsin, in photos

A tornado carved a path of destruction through Wisconsin's Fox Cities, leaving neighborhoods littered with shattered homes, crushed vehicles and fallen trees. ___ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

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Tornado stayed on the ground for over 20 minutes as it carved a path of destruction through Wisconsin

The twister was spun off by a large storm system that moved through the Great Lakes, fueled by a buildup of heat and humidity

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Appleton Tornado: EF-2 Twister Leaves Homes Destroyed, Thousands Without Power in Fox Valley

A powerful tornado struck Appleton, Neenah, and Menasha, Wisconsin, causing significant damage, power outages, and prompting emergency responses. Recovery efforts are underway as officials warn of a lengthy cleanup.

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4 gubernatorial races that could affect the House majority

ANALYSIS — Four years ago, Republicans complained that Pennsylvania gubernatorial nominee Doug Mastriano torpedoed their downballot efforts in key House races across the commonwealth. This time around, GOP nominee Stacy Garrity isn’t polling any better, again complicating House Republican campaigns in the Keystone State. And Pennsylvania is just one of…

Reason

Does Trump Need a Win?

Plus: City-owned grocery stores, Cuban pain, DSA types might take Wisconsin, and more...

The Economic Times

Appleton Tornado: Homes ripped apart, cars flipped as powerful twister tears through Wisconsin

Appleton Tornado: A tornado struck Wisconsin, damaging homes and toppling trees and power lines. Thousands of residents lost electricity as severe storms swept through the state. Authorities assessed the destruction across Winnebago and Outagamie Counties after the storm. Homes in Appleton suffered significant damage, with roofs and siding torn away.…

The Independent UK

Powerful tornado rips through Wisconsin causing ‘severe damage’

No injuries have been reported yet

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Wisconsin woman was allegedly coerced into selling land to her parents, then they went back on a promise: ‘That’s not love’

“I ran out of different ways to say no.”

The Independent UK

Police shooting brings one of America’s most liberal cities to a standstill

In Wisconsin’s progressive capital city of Madison, a police shooting this week has disrupted some of the largest and most popular summertime events and once again put the spotlight on persistent and deep racial divisions

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