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New Mississippi River bridge opens months ahead of schedule
The bridge connects Crawford County to Lansing, Iowa.

Health officials warn of possible public measles exposure at Marathon County emergency department
Officials said Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. people at the emergency department at the Marshfield Medical Center – Weston may have been exposed.

Milwaukee-area health providers urge MMR vaccinations after Wisconsin infant measles death
A Children’s Wisconsin pediatrician said that the vaccine is safe and effective.

We Energies rate hikes spark affordability concerns in Milwaukee
Milwaukee is considering a $1.35 million study of a possible city-owned utility.

Wisconsin State Patrol trooper detained by ICE to be released
A Wisconsin State Patrol trooper was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Thursday morning.

Janesville voters approve referendum for major GM/JATCO site projects
Janesville voters approved new oversight for major GM/JATCO site projects, requiring public approval for proposals of $450 million or more.

First measles death reported in Wisconsin this year as cases surpass 400
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported the first death from the measles outbreak.

Wisconsin Democrats eye schools, taxes and childcare under trifecta
Wisconsin Democrats are preparing to take full control in Madison, with affordability, schools and taxes topping their agenda.

Clear and cold overnight
Low temperatures will fall into the 20s in most places.

'Mrs. Doubtfire' brings a Wisconsin actor home in a dream-come-true role
"Mrs. Doubtfire" will have two performances at the Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts on Nov. 7.

District Administrator of Union Grove Union High School charged for alleged child porn possession
According to a criminal complaint, Racine County Sheriff’s Office received an anonymous letter about Johnson that led to an investigation.

3 things to watch in Packers vs. Patriots game
The Packers haven't played in New England since 2018.

New Fisher House breaks ground in Middleton for Madison VA veterans
It will offer free stays for Madison VA veterans’ families, expanding support during treatment starting in 2027.

Great weekend to spend time outdoors
Sunshine returns with highs in the 40s and 50s.

Jordan Love, Drake Maye represent new era in Packers-Patriots matchup
The Green Bay Packers and New England Patriots don’t play each other that often.

Vandals break windows, light truck on fire at Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin is cleaning up after vandals damaged its Madison distribution center early Wednesday.

Milwaukee Public Schools to rebid Lincoln Avenue School demolition
MPS is tearing down the historic Lincoln Avenue School after a fire left it beyond repair.

Milwaukee County Board approves 2027 budget after $4.56 million error
Milwaukee County supervisors approved the 2027 budget after a $4.56 million error, calling for a report on how to prevent another mistake.

Democrats poised to take complete control of state government. What comes next?
Questions still remain over how the Democratic party will handle its first legislative trifecta in more than 15 years.

3 finalists named for UW-Madison chancellor position
They will all be interviewed and then partake in separate public forums next week.

World News

Meghan's father Thomas Markle appears in court over child sex abuse material
The 82-year-old was arrested in Florida after the FBI searched two Los Angeles-area storage units he rented.

With Stephen Miller pick, Trump readies for a battle
The US president's promotion of Miller, a loyal partisan firebrand to be his new chief of staff sets up likely clashes with Congress.

Why the US midterms sparked an AI stock selloff
Fears of more AI regulation appear to have sparked fear among investors, but concerns about the industry have been growing for some time.

Brand's barrister refers himself to regulator after report he confronted journalist
Ian Winter allegedly confronted a reporter outside court who had investigated the comedian.

What happens if all the lights go out? This is the plan for a 'Black Sky' event
A Black Sky event could leave millions without power, water and communications. So how prepared is the UK?

Watch: Is it the end of the road for Tesla's Cybertruck?
The car company's CEO Elon Musk has said production will halt in Texas, to focus on the firm's self-driving Cybercabs.

England 'disappointment' fuels Dewsbury-Hall's Everton heroics
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall responds to his England omission by scoring a stunning goal to inspire Everton's 3-1 comeback victory over Coventry City.

Gladiator II stuntman sues over injuries from on-set explosion
Edward Sarsfield says he suffered "excruciating" burns while filming a scene on a burning ship.

Dutch launch shows smugglers are adapting, says MP
Dover MP Mike Tapp says smugglers will find new launch locations and methods due to disruptions.

Paraguay's president impeached after collapse of bank
Santiago Peña was ousted due to a banking crisis which left millions of people unable to access their money.

Man, 41, and boy, 16, arrested after car damaged by gunshots
Police said a vehicle in Morriston, Swansea, sustained damage "consistent with a firearms discharge".

How 2000s lad culture helped Russell Brand to hide in plain sight
The behaviour that formed the backdrop to Brand's prosecution also helped elevate him, writes the BBC's media editor Katie Razzall.

Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction
The comedian had previously spoken about an unnamed "predator" in the entertainment industry.

Burnham responds to BBC question over Labour's past links to Brand
The prime minister says that Labour politicians courting the comedian a decade ago had not been aware of his crimes.

'My mortgage is going up £200': How rising interest rates are hitting people's pockets
With UK interest rates set to rise, mortgages, credit cards and loans could get more expensive for millions.

This man refused life-saving treatment because of his religion - days later the rules changed
Jehovah's Witness leaders relaxed strict rules on blood transfusions, but the change came 23 days too late for Isaac Valdez.

The Papers: 'Meghan's father charged' and 'Brand investigation widens'
Thomas Markle's arrest leads a number of Saturday's front pages, while Russell Brand continues to feature prominently.

One of the year's most prolific meteor showers to light up the night sky this weekend
The Leonid meteor shower, known for its bright and fast meteors, will kick off this weekend and continue until the end of November.

From young offender to junior doctor: 'I wrote a plan and stuck to it'
Steven Beattie left Scotland's most violent prison 20 years ago vowing to turn his life around.

Manhunt after boy injured by sword, sparking Gloucester school lockdowns
Two schools went into lockdown following the incident and one woman has been arrested.

Skepta: 'I'm what it looks like if you give an immigrant child a chance'
The grime artist, widely considered to be one of the UK's best, returns with his first album in seven years.

Meet Fu Shuang and Ping Ping: New giant pandas in Atlanta
The newest residents of Zoo Atlanta are on loan from China as part of a six-year agreement.

Harry and five others seek to challenge Mail publisher privacy ruling
The Duke of Sussex and other public figures lost a High Court case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday.

Child, 6, dies weeks after Waterford arson attack
The attack happened last month at the family home on the outskirts of Waterford in the Republic of Ireland.

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Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet and Hugh Grant star in a 1995 adaptation
Elinor and Marianne Dashwood are thrown into sudden hardship on the death of their father.

England 'disappointment' fuels Dewsbury-Hall's Everton heroics
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall responds to his England omission by scoring a stunning goal to inspire Everton's 3-1 comeback victory over Coventry City.

Lampard feels hair pull should have led to Coventry penalty
Coventry had a trio of decisions go against them in defeat at Everton, with Frank Lampard suggesting a hair pull should have been a penalty.

Whole Australia team knew of sandpaper use - Khawaja
Usman Khawaja claims the entire Australia team knew about the use of sandpaper to tamper with the ball in the final Test of their 2018 series with South Africa.

Ferrari's Hamilton-Leclerc problem - and other F1 stories to follow
This weekend's Sao Paulo Grand Prix is in many ways the first page of the first chapter of the next championship battle.

Six tries and a big win - but were Ireland ruthless?
Despite a six-try and 30-point win over Argentina, Andy Farrell and Tadhg Beirne admit Ireland could have been more ruthless in Friday's win.