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Sept. 11 events, ceremonies around Wisconsin
People across Wisconsin are finding unique ways to remember and honor the lives we lost.

Your guide to pumpkin patches around Wisconsin
From Green Bay to Milwaukee, here's where to pick the perfect pumpkin.

Door County tourism leaders look ahead to fall after summer season brings optimism
The tourism industry in the region had an estimated economic impact of $685 million in 2025, according to Destination Door County.

Brewers rookie Luis Lara already has a reputation for making spectacular catches at the wall
The latest one came Monday afternoon and helped the Brewers preserve a 4-3 victory over Chicago.

Everyday Hero: Wagner Family Fire Fund expands help into Racine County
The Wagner Family Fire Fund is expanding from Kenosha County into Racine County to provide go-bags for people displaced by house fires.

Our next system is on the way bringing clouds & rain
Our next weather system brings clouds and rain today and overnight.

Brewers rally in 8th and hold off comeback attempt in 9th for 4-3 win over Cubs
The Cubs fell eight games back of the MLB-leading Brewers in the NL Central after losing the opener of this three-game series.

Travelers, businesses in Shawano take advantage of summer travel season over Labor Day
Gas prices remained higher than last Labor Day, but Shawano travelers and businesses said summer tourism continued to bring visitors and spending.

DNR reports rise in Wisconsin boating crashes this year
Pewaukee police and the Wisconsin DNR are urging boaters to use caution as crashes rise and low water levels create hazards on Pewaukee Lake.

Milwaukee labor leaders see growth in registered apprenticeships
Wisconsin unions marked Labor Day by highlighting a 77% increase in active apprentices statewide since 2013, strengthening the trades workforce.

Local 9/11 memorial in Brillion marks nearly 25 years since attacks
Volunteers placed 2,977 flags at the Forest Junction Fire Department in Brillion this week, continuing a local project honoring Sept. 11 victims.

Hundreds fill Capitol Square for Taste of Madison festival
The two-day event supported nearly 90 different food vendors along with several nonprofits around the Madison area.

Your guide to fall hikes in Wisconsin
Many parks around the state offer breathtaking views of fall colors.

Badgers return to Lambeau Field for Notre Dame season opener
Wisconsin and Notre Dame open their seasons at Lambeau Field, bringing fans and weekend events to Green Bay.

3 things to watch in this year’s Packers season
The Packers open the regular season on Sunday, Sept. 13, in Minnesota against the Vikings.

Students return to school across Wisconsin
Ryan Burk talks with educators and lawmakers about important issues in education they're tackling this year.

In Focus: How being a teacher shapes State Rep. Angelina Cruz’s legislative priorities
As students and teachers head back to the classroom, we explore what issues are on the mind of one lawmaker heading into the new school year. 

In Focus: Waukesha School District superintendent shares hopes for new school year
He also shares the impact of a recent school consolidation within the district. 

In Focus: Growth of dual-enrollment programs at Wisconsin Technical College System
Layla Merrifield, president of the Wisconsin Technical College System, discussed how it is contributing to increasing enrollment around the system.

Milwaukee family plans $5.5 million claim against DHS over false accusation
A Milwaukee family plans a $5.5 million lawsuit against DHS after Ramon Morales-Reyes was falsely accused of threatening the president.

World News

Harry and Meghan 'surprised' by King's letter making clear they remain non-working royals
A spokesman says they were not told in advance about the letter sent on behalf of the king, although palace sources deny this.

Nottingham attacks victim's death 'potentially preventable'
The Nottingham Inquiry hears there was a chance one of Valdo Calocane's victims may have survived.

Monty Don to leave Gardeners' World after more than 20 years
The presenter said it had been "deeply rewarding" but added that "now is the right time for a change".

Prince George begins first day at a rainy Eton College
The 13-year-old will follow in the footsteps of his father, the Prince of Wales, by attending the elite private school.

Argentina to file criminal case against oil company operating in Falklands
The move comes days after President Javier Milei stepped up Argentina's claims of sovereignty over the Falklands.

Canadian counter-tariffs come into force as US trade dispute escalates
The tariffs will apply to $20bn worth of American products, jeopardising the stability of the world's largest bilateral trading relationship.

At least two people dead after Russian strikes on Kyiv
Air raid alerts and sounds of explosions rang out in Ukraine's capital as Russian forces launched drone strikes early on Tuesday.

England up in reading, maths and science rankings as Scotland and Wales fall behind
The latest Pisa report also warned of a global decline in teenagers' reading skills.

Borrowers expecting mortgage rates to drop have hopes dashed
Major lenders have raised rates on new deals in recent days, leaving many borrowers needing to make a decision.

Highest paid world leader to get salary increase of $1 million
Singapore's prime minister Lawrence Wong will see his annual pay rise to 3.6 million Singapore dollars ($2.8m; £2.1m).

Charli XCX says bye to Brat and Liam Gallagher's tambourine grin - Music Photography Awards 2026 shortlist
Nominees for the Abbey Road awards captured some of the past year's best moments in music.

What tariffs will really cost Canadians and Americans
Households and businesses have become used to tariffs impacting the cost of living for more than year now, so what will change now?

Forget the Mediterranean diet, I'm eating only food from Shetland for a month
Dr Alex Armitage is eating only food grown, reared or caught locally during September.

The firms turning recruitment into X Factor-style competitions
Applicants have to pitch their ideas on stage in front of a panel of judges and an audience. But is this exciting or unfair?

British designer Paul Smith: 'Nobody cares how good you used to be in fashion'
The celebrated British fashion designer invited BBC News to his office to talk about his career and a rubber chicken.

A&E did not get the basics right - my son's life was ruined at 32
Oli's experience is one of a growing number of clinical negligence claims being made in England, BBC analysis shows.

Champions League returns - who are favourites and players to watch?
The Champions League is back and BBC Sport takes a look at who the favourites are to win the title plus predictions from the experts.

Investigation after female staff at Eiffel Tower replaced by men for religious visit
The move saw outraged staff walk off the job on Monday, closing the French landmark for a day.

I was fired from The Voice - I didn't want to leave, says Sir Tom Jones
The Welsh singer has appeared as an on-off coach on the competition since it premiered in 2012.

UK's third-biggest taxpayer to leave for Greece
Chris Rokos plans to open an office in Athens, reports say, and was ranked third in the Sunday Times's list of the UK's top taxpayers.

Pensioner with 'largest hoard' of child abuse images found in Scotland jailed
The 83-year-old from Stenhousemuir was found to have more than two million images on a number of devices.

Some veterans to be called up to test UK's war resilience
An exercise next year on a scale not seen for a "very long time" will test the UK's preparedness, a minister says.

Saudi Arabia vows to respond after Houthis attack cities and energy facilities
The Iran-backed Yemeni group's attacks have injured 73 people and caused fires at oil facilities, Saudi authorities say.

Man accused of triple murder admits gun charges
A man is in court in South Africa two months after his wife and daughters are found dead in the UK.

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Can The Chancellor's Positive Vibes Limit Tax Rises?
Chancellor John Healey aims for ‘vibes boost’ in first major economic speech.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why is Lindsay Clancy’s mistrial dividing America?
And will Trump succeed in limiting mail-in voting before the midterms?

Mac Allister 'sad' at no Liverpool contract offer
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister says he is "very sad" not to have been offered a new deal by the club and had "options" to leave in the summer.

England different from when Pietersen left - Root
Joe Root says the England team is "very different" to the one Kevin Pietersen was sacked from in 2014, after the former batter joined the coaching staff of the white-ball side.

McTominay's heart procedure 'a complete success'
Napoli say Scott McTominay's heart surgery "was a complete success" and expect the Scotland midfielder to resume training this month.

Alcaraz can single-handedly end American dreams
Three Americans have the chance to become the first home US Open men's champion since 2003. But Carlos Alcaraz stands in the way.

Who are Champions League favourites and players to watch?
The Champions League is back and BBC Sport takes a look at who the favourites are to win the title plus predictions from the experts.