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Return of Josh Jacobs should help Packers boost a rushing attack that has slumped all season
But how much the three-time Pro Bowl running back will contribute right away remains uncertain.

Case of avian influenza identified in Barron County poultry flock
DATCP said the birds in the commercial poultry flock have been depopulated and won’t enter the food system.

We Energies targets Fox Valley with new 750-megawatt gas plant proposal
We Energies’ proposed 750-megawatt gas plant in Wrightstown faces pushback as supporters cite energy demand and critics point to emissions.

Milwaukee election officials prepare for Nov. 3 general election after past voting issues
Early in-person voting begins across Wisconsin as Milwaukee officials outline staffing, safeguards and contingency plans for the Nov. 3 election.

Brewers v. Dodgers averaged more than 7.5 million viewers during NLCS
It was the highest league championship series ratings since 2015.

Supporters call for charges to be dropped against 47 animal activists who raided Ridglan Farms earlier this year
Forty-seven animal rights activists tied to a beagle rescue earlier this year appeared in Dane County court.

Sunny and mild stretch of weather ahead
Afternoon highs will be in the 60s and low 70s.

Aurora NICU patients get into the spirit for first Halloween
They're even partaking in a costume contest.

2 suspects in custody for possible connection to dead body found in water in Two Rivers
Police said the death is under investigation and involves “several locations of interest” across the state.

National Labor Relations Board certifies union at Rogers Behavioral Health
Last week, NLRB filed a complaint against Rogers, claiming the organization illegally fired six workers at its West Allis treatment center.

Time to party like it's 1982: A look back at the Milwaukee Brewers' first World Series run
That fall, the team fell to the St. Louis Cardinals, 4-3. This year, the Brew Crew is looking for its first World Series win.

Milwaukee's dominant bullpen has the Brewers believing they could win their first World Series title
Aaron Ashby believes the trust among the Brewers relievers enables each of them to take the mound without having too much weight on their shoulders.

'Voices for Veterans': New Berlin VFW Post 5716 on mission to support veterans
New Berlin VFW Post 5716 said it is on a mission to work with legislators in Washington, D.C. and the local community to support veterans.

Rufus King International High School teacher accused of inappropriately touching 3 students
“The behavior reported to us is absolutely unacceptable, and we will take all appropriate action,” Doreen Badillo, principal, said in the letter.

Shrewd moves helped the Brewers become annual contenders. Here's how they got to the World Series
Despite playing in MLB's smallest market, the Brewers posted the best record in the majors for a second straight year.

Madison police to create division for accountability in 2027
The new Service Excellence and Outreach Division will focus on use of force, outreach and professional development, and more.

Fall colors drive another tourism peak for Wisconsin businesses
Door County businesses are seeing robust traffic as fall colors peak, extending its tourism season beyond summer.

Milwaukee-area bakeries serve Brewers-themed treats during World Series run
From baseball cookies to blue-and-yellow bread twists, businesses are getting creative to celebrate the Brewers.

Black Travel Summit spotlights Milwaukee’s Black-owned businesses
The Black Travel Summit brought creators to Milwaukee to connect with Black-owned businesses and spotlight Black history and culture across the city.

Jordan Love, Green Bay's defense lead the way in Packers' 23-13 victory over Cowboys
Love went 23 of 41 for 276 yards to help the Packers improve to 11-1-1 in their last 13 meetings with the Cowboys.

World News

Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget
Influential Labour figures had been pushing for equalising CGT and income tax, but critics have said this could drive wealthy people out of Britain.

We asked teens what schools should teach them about work. This is what they said
Teenagers say they want more work experience at school and opportunities to improve their communication skills.

French cities calm overnight after curfews imposed to quell violence, PM says
Sébastien Lecornu said new curfews for Tuesday night would be decided where necessary.

Criminals detained in hospital set to lose benefits
The families of the victims of Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane had been campaigning for the change.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules
Penalties are seen as too harsh on motorists who are penalised for parking on private land.

US church on front line of battle against drug known as 'tranq'
Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are more powerful and in plentiful supply, and they have transformed the drugs landscape.

Job vacancies fall as small firms cut back on recruitment
Small firms cite labour costs as a key factor in scaling back hiring, the Office for National Statistics says.

Can a simple photo of your face reveal how ill you are?
AI may help doctors judge how ill a patient is using a single photograph of their face, say US researchers.

Ukrainians dying because US restricting intelligence sharing, Zelensky adviser tells BBC
Serhii Beskrestnov says there has not been enough time to warn people about incoming missile attacks. The White House said there had been no changes to intelligence sharing.

Watch: Ukraine says it carried out first drone airlift of wounded soldier from front line
The serviceman was surrounded by landmines and enemy drones so a ground rescue was not possible, Ukraine's military says.

How is the US economy really doing under President Trump?
Ahead of the midterms Trump has boasted about the performance of the US economy. BBC Verify looks at inflation, jobs and economic growth in the country.

I have a condition people are too embarrassed to talk about
Women share their experience of lichen sclerosus.

How the attack on an Australian MP unfolded
BBC's Katy Watson is in Wangaratta visiting the scene of the incident and the church where the community has held a vigil for the independent MP.

The singles choosing in-person dating events over apps
The BBC hears from people who think dating events are better value for money than dating apps.

'The French correction' and 'Labour cuts £2bn from Army'
Violent unrest in France continues and Defence drops funding for frontline military vehicles lead Tuesday's papers.

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Mission blasts off for Mars to grab a piece of its moon
A spacecraft is set to launch on an ambitious mission to bring 10g of Martian moon dust back to Earth.

Rantzen felt 'deprived of choice' over her own death
A note written by Dame Esther Rantzen is released by her family following a private funeral.

Seventh day of violent clashes between Albanian protesters and police
Almost 300 people have been injured, more than half of them police, as violent anti-government demonstrations show no sign of easing.

NHS trust prosecuted over children's sepsis deaths
Charges relate to the deaths of a two-year-old and a three-year-old at Broomfield Hospital in Essex.

Kenya cult leader who told parents to starve children guilty of 191 murders
Self-proclaimed pastor Paul Mackenzie was found guilty of 191 murder charges - all but one of them children.

Tennis star Svitolina says emotional toll of Ukraine war led to Monfils separation
The two top tennis pros married in 2021 and have one child together.

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Maddison's magic moment for Spurs - 18 months in the making
On his first start since May 2025, James Maddison provided the moment of magic Tottenham were waiting for in their 3-1 victory against Coventry, writes Phil McNulty.

England unchanged to face France after Tonga defeat
Brian McDermott keeps faith with the England team beaten by Tonga as they bid to revive their Rugby League World Cup campaign against France in Perth this Saturday.

Will Lindblad and Lawson be retained by Racing Bulls? F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the United States Grand Prix.

Race, illness, injury, repeat - REDs and why men are suffering in silence
British long-distance runner Jake Smith was enduring a relentless pattern of race, illness, injury, repeat - he had no idea he had REDs and was under-fuelling.

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?