Morning Headlines - Friday, June 27, 2025 | Recent News

Start your day informed with today’s must-read headlines from around Wisconsin and the world. And don’t forget to check out our Meme of the Day at the end for a little humor to go with your news!

U.S. and World Headlines

Iranian Foreign Minister Admits Serious Damage To Nuclear Sites

Iran's foreign minister has admitted that "excessive and serious" damage was done to the country's nuclear sites in the recent US and Israeli bombings.

Abbas Araghchi told a state broadcaster on Thursday evening, an assessment of the damage is being carried out by the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran.

But, just hours earlier, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said the strikes did not disrupt the country's nuclear programme. Khamenei was responding to US President Donald Trump's assertion that the bombs had "totally obliterated" three nuclear sites.

Trump Administration Eliminating Warning Period For Fining Those In The US Illegally

The Trump administration is looking to speed up its ability to fine those in the United States illegally -- up to $1,000 per day -- according to a rule set to be published Friday in the Federal Register that was obtained by ABC News.

Currently, the government can alert those in the U.S. illegally 30 days before it starts issuing fines.

The rule proposed by the departments of Justice and Homeland Security allows the government to immediately start fining those in the U.S. illegally.

Vance Is Clear Front-Runner For GOP Nod In 2028: Poll

Vice President Vance is the clear front-runner for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination, well ahead of other possible candidates, according to a new poll.

The Emerson College Polling survey released on Friday showed Vance receiving 46 percent support, with his closest competitors being Secretary of State Marco Rubio with 12 percent and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) with 9 percent. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is an independent, followed with 5 percent, then Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley with 2 percent each.

Microsoft Says Goodbye To The Windows Blue Screen Of Death

It’s a bittersweet day for Windows users.

Microsoft is scrapping its iconic “blue screen of death,” known for appearing during unexpected restarts on Windows computers. The company revealed a new black iteration in a blog post on Thursday, saying that it is “streamlining the unexpected restart experience.”

The new black unexpected restart screen is slated to launch this summer on Windows 11 24H2 devices, the company said. Microsoft touted the updates as an “easier” and “faster” way to recover from restarts.

Hemi V-8 Engines And Mechanical Bull Rides: Inside Stellantis’ Plan To Revive Its Ram Trucks Brand

Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis reemerged from a seven-month retirement late last year saying he “missed the fight” and admitting the Stellantis brand was getting smashed in the marketplace by its competition.

Kuniskis walked on stage during a media event as the speakers blared Detroit rapper Eminem singing “Guess who’s back, back again.” He promised an aggressive turnaround for the embattled truck brand that will extend through 2026.

The plan includes more than 25 announcements through next year. Thus far they have included a return to NASCAR with mechanical bull rides and a new race truck, the resurrection of Hemi V-8 engines with a new “Symbol of Protest,” and, most recently, a new industry-leading powertrain warranty for its Ram products.

Unpacking The Wisconsin Supreme Court’s Rejection Of Congressional Redistricting Lawsuits

The Wisconsin Supreme Court didn’t give an explanation when it rejected two lawsuits seeking a redraw of the state’s eight congressional districts this week. That’s left court watchers wondering why, and political analysts wondering what it means for Democrats’ hopes of flipping the U.S. House of Representatives next year.

The two lawsuits were filed in May, around a month after liberals retained their 4-3 majority on the court with the election of liberal Justice-elect Susan Crawford. Both legal challenges claimed the current congressional map in Wisconsin gives an unfair advantage to Republicans, who hold six of the state’s eight U.S. House seats.

Wisconsin Man Sentenced To 30 Months For Illegally Possessing Firearms

Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Javaris Nunn, 33, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, was sentenced June 24, 2025, by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 30 months in prison for possessing firearms and ammunition as a convicted felon. Nunn pleaded guilty to this charge on March 26, 2025.

On December 28, 2023, Nunn was a rear passenger in a vehicle that was stopped because it did not have a license plate. Next to Nunn, officers found a backpack containing an unloaded Glock 42 .380 caliber handgun and a loaded Smith & Wesson M&P .45 caliber handgun with the serial number scratched off. While Nunn denied knowledge of the handguns, the Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory found evidence of Nunn’s DNA on both guns.

Wisconsin Medical Schools Lead Effort To Expand Newborn Genome Testing

An effort led by Wisconsin's two medical schools is allowing for more genome testing to be done across the state.

Genome testing helps identify rare disorders and get care and information to patients.

In Wisconsin, about 2,000 infants are born each year with a rare genetic disorder, comprising 20-30% of patients in Level IV neonatal intensive care units, or NICUs. These infants typically require longer hospital stays, require highly specialized care and face a lifetime of medical challenges. Faster diagnosis helps the medical team tailor care and provides essential information to families.

Democrats Try To Spur Republicans To Pass Budget

Democrats at the Wisconsin Capitol say they’re willing to work with Republicans on a new budget, but are also accusing Republicans of making unrealistic demands and dragging their feet.

A number of Democrats on the budget-writing Joint Committee on Finance on Thursday talked-up their willingness to work with Republicans on a new state spending plan.

“We’re here, and we’re willing and ready to work,” Rep. Tip McGuire, D-Kenosha said.

But as soon as the words left his mouth, Rep. Deb Andraca, D-Whitefish Bay, blasted Republicans on the Joint Committee on Finance for not releasing money literacy program money just cleared by the Wisconsin Supreme Court.