Severe Weather & Power: Storms tore through parts of southeast Wisconsin Thursday night, with Kenosha and Burlington hit hard—downed lines, blocked roads, and thousands without power. Public Safety: Milwaukee says its coordinated approach to first-offense reckless driving is working, with an 84% conviction rate in 2025 and fewer reduced/amended outcomes. Health Care: New federal Medicaid work rules raise alarms in Wisconsin, requiring many childless enrollees to work or volunteer to keep coverage. Local Government & Utilities: Milwaukee’s MMSD wastewater contract process faces calls for a pause as advocates push for oversight amid allegations involving Veolia. Sports (Madison-area): Madison West beat Waunakee 2-1 to advance in the girls state soccer tournament. Sports (Milwaukee): The Brewers open a three-game home series against the Phillies. Environment & Conservation: The Brule Fish Hatchery will still close after 2026, with DNR shifting trout production elsewhere. Labor: St. Mary’s Hospital nurses voted to unionize with SEIU Wisconsin. Crime & Courts: A former Milwaukee officer pleaded guilty over alleged misuse of Flock Safety tech to track a dating partner. Business/Industry: Harley-Davidson plans to centralize Revolution Max production in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. Tourism/State Parks: Wisconsin now lets drivers buy state park passes during vehicle registration renewals.