Morning Headlines - Tuesday, May. 5, 2026

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

Markets On Edge As Fresh U.S.-Iran Attacks Dent Optimism Over A Peace Deal

Hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have ramped up in the last 48 hours.

The U.S.′ bid to re-open the Strait of Hormuz, dubbed “Project Freedom,” was nicknamed “Project Deadlock” by Iran.

The U.S. said Monday that it sank several Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran renewed missile and drone attacks against the UAE.

DOJ Confirms Meatpacking Antitrust Investigation Amid Rising Prices

The Justice Department has confirmed it is investigating possible antitrust violations in the meatpacking industry.

The department is analyzing whether rising meat prices correspond with illegal activity amid the Trump administration’s focus on affordability.

In a press conference Monday, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche called on individuals to speak up about antitrust violations in the industry, which four beef processors dominate.

What Is Hantavirus, The Illness Causing An Outbreak On A Cruise Ship?

Hantavirus has killed three people and sickened more after an outbreak on a cruise ship, with an investigation into the spread of the illness ongoing.

While it isn’t uncommon for cruise ships to have disease outbreaks, they are typically gastrointestinal, such as norovirus.

Hantavirus, which is typically spread by rodents and not easily spread between people, is not usually associated with ruise ships.

The Night Fashion Sold Its Soul: Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sanchez Blasted For 'Worst Met Gala Ever'

A-listers were once clamoring to get their hands on an invite.

But after this year's Met Gala, some feel that the event has become a 'dystopian' parade of billionaires and influencers.

And when the ball kicked off on Monday evening, devastated fans took to social media to blast this year's Met Gala, branding it as the 'worst' one ever, slamming the 'cheap' outfits and sharing their outrage over the 'tacky' guest list.

GOP, Trump Face Tough Midterm Odds: 5 Things The Polls Reveal

It is almost exactly six months until the midterm elections, set for Nov. 3.

As the clock ticks down, the state of the polls is becoming more salient.

For now, the Beltway consensus is that Democrats are strong favorites to take control of the House, where the GOP is defending a tiny majority.

Democrats could also spring a surprise in the Senate, where they had not been expected to have a realistic shot. Many of the battleground states this year were carried by President Trump in 2024, but Democrats have a chance in several, including North Carolina, Ohio and, at a stretch, Texas.

An enormous amount can change in the coming months. Six months ago, few people thought the U.S. would be in a conflict with Iran that is roiling the economy.

But here’s what the polls are saying right now.

Wisconsin Headlines

Backyard Poultry Linked To Salmonella Infections In Wisconsin, Across US

Backyard poultry have been linked to a multistate outbreak of salmonella, which includes at least five cases in Wisconsin.

Thirty-four cases of salmonella across 13 states have been linked to the outbreak, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Most people became sick between the end of February and the end of March, with more than a third of those infected under age 5. No deaths have been reported.

Sen. Baldwin Holds Roundtable On New Bill To Stop Sports Blackouts And Cut Streaming Costs

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduced legislation aimed at eliminating sports blackouts and requiring free live broadcasts of home state teams. Baldwin held a round table on Monday to discuss the "For the Fans Act" at LJ's Sports Tavern & Grill, talking the growing frustration over the cost and complexity of watching Wisconsin teams.

She said fans would need to spend upwards of $1,500 annually to watch every Packers, Brewers and Bucks game across various subscription services and could still face blackouts.

The Growing Burden Of Behavior And Special Education In Wisconsin Classrooms

The Republican-led state legislature and the Evers administration have been clashing on how to best address the pressure being put on K-12 teachers due to the rising prevalence of mental health and behavior issues in the classroom.

On March 27, 2026, Governor Evers vetoed A.B. 614, a Republican-proposed bill that sought to give teachers more control over their classroom and control behavioral disruptions. A.B. 614 was introduced by Rep. Joy Goeben on October 31 of 2025, stemming directly from concerns over behavioral issues leading to lower educational outcomes for all students.

Walker Tells ‘UpFront’ Young Voters Are The ‘Wild Card’ This November

Former GOP Gov. Scott Walker says young independent voters are the “wild card” this November and could swing toward candidates like Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist from Madison who received the most support in the most recent Marquette Law School poll.

Walker told WISN 12’s “UpFront,” produced in partnership with WisPolitics, that polling by the Young America’s Foundation shows there are more liberals than conservatives among young people, but the most frequent answer from college students is that they’re moderates.

Federal Judge Prevents Wisconsin Tribe From Restricting Fishing On Nearly 20 Lakes

A federal judge has temporarily prevented the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa from restricting musky and walleye fishing on lakes within its reservation in northern Wisconsin.

Ahead of the inland fishing opener on Friday, U.S. District Court Judge William Conley issued a temporary restraining order against the tribe after the state sued tribal officials Wednesday to prevent enforcement of the fishing restrictions. Conley cited “likely conflicts” and the denial of fishing rights to state-licensed anglers among factors in his decision.

The state’s federal lawsuit came after the tribe passed resolutions seeking to bar musky and walleye fishing by anyone except tribal members on 19 lakes, citing “critically low” populations.