President Trump warns Iran not to threaten US or it will face 'end'

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — President Donald Trump warned Iran early on Monday not to threaten the United States again or it'll face its "official end," shortly after a rocket landed near the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad overnight.Iran's foreign minister quickly responded in kind on Twitter with his own message: #NeverThreatenAnIranian.President Trump's tweet comes after he seemingly sought to soften his tone on Iran following days of heightened tension sparked by his administration's sudden deployment of bombers and an aircraft carrier to the Persian Gulf over still-unspecified threats.In the time since, officials in the United Arab Emirates allege four oil tankers sustained damage in a sabotage attack.

On 15th annual Ceasefire Sabbath, Mayor Barrett reports homicides 'down 25% from a year ago'

MILWAUKEE --  On Sunday, May 19, Milwaukee Mayor Barrett visited three places of worship in an effort to engage faith communities to fight violence and promote safety in Milwaukee.

Trump administration rejects subpoena for tax returns

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration on Friday missed another deadline to produce President Donald Trump's tax returns.

Giannis, George finalists for NBA MVP and defensive award

NEW YORK — Giannis Antetokounmpo and Paul George have a chance to be both the NBA's MVP and its Defensive Player of the Year.Reigning MVP James Harden is the other finalist for the league's top award.

President Trump lifts tariffs on Mexico, Canada, delays auto tariffs

WASHINGTON — Bogged down in a sprawling trade dispute with U.S. rival China, President Donald Trump took steps Friday to ease tensions with America's allies — lifting import taxes on Canadian and Mexican steel and aluminum and delaying auto tariffs that would have hurt Japan and Europe.By removing the metals tariffs on Canada and Mexico, President Trump cleared a key roadblock to a North American trade pact his team negotiated last year.

Wisconsin budget panel approves technical college increase

MADISON — Republicans on the Legislature's budget-writing committee approved more money for Wisconsin's technical colleges on Thursday, but fell $11 million short of what Gov.

President Trump: My plan will favor 'brilliant' immigrants

WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump says the immigration plan he's proposing would prioritize "totally brilliant" immigrants.President Trump on Thursday laid out a merit-based plan that would give preferential treatment to high-skilled workers.

Wisconsin Assembly approves 'born alive' anti-abortion bill

MADISON — The Wisconsin Assembly passed a so-called born alive anti-abortion bill Wednesday, May 15 that President Donald Trump has touted, a move that comes as conservatives across the country push to end the constitutional right to abortion.Democratic Gov.

96 fans at Fiserv Forum for Bucks/Raptors Game 1 will receive a free gyro, honoring the Greek Freak 

MILWAUKEE -- Here's something to look forward to for those planning to head to Fiserv Forum Wednesday, May 15 for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, featuring the Milwaukee Bucks and Toronto Raptors.The first 96 fans will receive a free gyro -- one per person -- while supplies last, thanks to 96.5 WKLH and Gyro MKE Mediterranean Grill.According to a news release, the WKLH "Hometown Rock" street team will be outside Tavern at Turner on Vel Phillips Avenue next to Fiserv Forum starting at 5 p.m.Fans are invited to have a Greek Freak for dinner, and then watch the Greek Freak have the Raptors for lunch!Go Bucks!

Mayors of Milwaukee, Toronto lay down friendly wager over Eastern Conference Finals

MILWAUKEE -- The mayors of Milwaukee and Toronto are amped up over the start of the Eastern Conference Finals on Wednesday, May 15.Mayor Tom Barrett and Toronto's John Tory have made a friendly wager of beer over the outcome of this series.

Mayor Barrett proposes $5M plaza in Westown neighborhood: 'It's about the future of our city'

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, racing against the clock to expand the city's streetcar system before the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in July 2020 on Tuesday, May 14, revealed the centerpiece of his proposed project -- a $5 million plaza that would be named after Vel R.

Vice President Mike Pence coming to Eau Claire May 16 to promote US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement

MADISON — Vice President Mike Pence is coming to Eau Claire Thursday, May 16 to promote the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.The visit announced Tuesday, May 14 by the White House comes after President Donald Trump held a rally in Green Bay last month.