PFAS-and-pesticide risk study: UW–Madison researchers report the fungicide fludioxonil and its breakdown products can trigger oxidative stress in humans and wildlife, with UV-degraded byproducts reported as far more toxic than the original chemical. Severe weather watch: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning hit parts of southeast Wisconsin (including Sheboygan) with damaging hail risk, though updates showed cancellations and new warnings shifting to nearby counties. Invasive species push: The Wisconsin DNR is inviting the public to Invasive Species Awareness Weekend events statewide, with more than 30 activities focused on prevention and control. Wildlife update: DNR preliminary spring turkey numbers show 47,725 birds registered—8.6% above the five-year average—with turkeys now in all 72 counties. Waterfront science under pressure: U.S. lawmakers are pushing back against plans to dismantle the $386M Ocean Observatories Initiative, warning the cuts would harm climate and marine research. Housing and community: Gov. Evers and WHEDA announced the 2027–28 housing tax credit plan framework, aiming to expand affordable housing across Wisconsin. Local environment cleanup: Thiensville–Mequon Lions joined WisDOT’s Adopt-A-Highway program to pick up litter along Wauwatosa Road in Mequon. Food safety: An FDA recall expanded to a Class I level for pasta sauce distributed across 41 states due to Salmonella contamination.