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Looking at the vulnerability of private drinking water wells and PFAS contamination
Because there aren’t national rules limiting PFAS in private wells, responsibility falls to the states.

Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather
Punxsutawney Phil’s handlers say he’s seen his shadow and is therefore predicting six more weeks of winter weather.

Mother-daughter team rescues lost sheep in Ozaukee County
People throughout Ozaukee County shared daily sightings and surveillance camera footage online.

Milwaukee free meal site more than doubles number of meals given out per month
Organizers said they have seen a dramatic increase in people utilizing their services since the fall of 2025.

Ease into February with warmer air and quiet weather
Untreated roads may be icy due to overnight freezing drizzle and snow.

Jaidon Lipscomb hits winning free throws, scores 21 to lead Cleveland State over Milwaukee 90-88
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Now Hiring: Transmission remanufacturer ETE Reman to hire 125+ new employees
No prior experience in the automotive industry is required. The company offers on-site training.

In Focus: Wisconsin Policy Forum report reveals energy impact of data centers
Tyler Byrnes with the Wisconsin Policy Forum joined Spectrum News 1 to discuss the findings of the report. 

Wisconsin's data center boom
Ryan Burk talks with legislators, grassroots organizations and more about regulations and their impact.

In Focus: State Assembly bill would address regulations for data centers
State Rep. Shannon Zimmerman, R-River Falls, joined Spectrum News 1 to discuss the bill.

In Focus: Great Lakes Neighbors United opposes Port Washington data center
Christine Le Jeune is a member of Great Lakes Neighbors United and discusses what the group is doing.

Nick Boyd and John Blackwell combine for 43 to carry Wisconsin to 92-82 win over Ohio State
Amare Bynum led the Buckeyes (14-7, 6-5) with 18 points.

Wisconsin communities invest in sports tourism to grow hosting opportunities
Tournaments and games — large and small — offer tourism sector opportunities.

Judge Hannah Dugan’s attorneys ask for jury’s guilty verdict to be overturned
They argue that immigration agents aren’t allowed to arrest people in the courthouse and therefore, judges are immune from that prosecution.

Madison rallies as part of 'National Shutdown' against federal immigration operations
Organizers called for people across the country to not work, shop or show up for school.

Packers announce extensions for coach Matt LaFleur, GM Brian Gutekunst and executive VP Russ Ball
The extensions come after the Packers went 9-8-1 and made their third straight playoff appearance, and sixth in the last seven years.

State Assembly bills would bar transgender women from women's sports
Republicans say the bills are about ensuring fair environments for female athletes.

Milwaukee Community Wellness and Safety Director Adam Procell resigns
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said the City Attorney determined Procell cannot be an agency head because of his past homicide conviction.

Arctic blast causes spike in Great Lakes ice cover
The frigid temperatures have caused a rapid growth in the amount of ice on the lakes.

February's snow moon shines brightly this weekend
February's full moon has a unique name.

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Serial killer Steve Wright admits murder of teenager Victoria Hall in 1999
Steve Wright is already serving a whole life jail sentence for the murders of five women in 2006.

Grammy highlights - from a chaotic Cher to Sabrina's stewardess
The best and worst moments of the 68th Grammy Awards, which were held in Los Angeles.

Bad Bunny makes Grammy history as stars protest against ICE
Other prizes went to Billie Eilish, Olivia Dean and Lady Gaga, at a ceremony dominated by politics.

Captain guilty of North Sea tanker crash death
Vladimir Motin is convicted of gross negligence manslaughter after a crew member died in the crash.

MP arrested over more alleged sexual offences
Dan Norris says he "vigorously" denies the allegations, which include rape and sexual assault.

Drivers can compare fuel prices at different petrol stations - how does it work?
Pump price changes will have to be shared in a government database within 30 minutes.

Men covertly filming women at night and profiting from footage, BBC finds
The BBC went undercover to investigate an industry where women are filmed at night without their knowledge.

AI 'slop' is transforming social media - and a backlash is brewing
Social media has been flooded with fake, AI-generated images and videos. But will the majority of users actually care?

Terminally ill bride's final months marred by pension stress
Caoimhe was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2025 after an optician spotted bleeding behind her eye.

Syria's only female minister pushes for change: 'I'm not here for window dressing'
The BBC's Lyse Doucet follows Hind Kabawat as she confronts the challenges of fragmented, post-Assad Syria.

Faisal Islam: Mandelson, Darling and the conversation I can't forget
The Epstein files appear to give extraordinary context to a call between the former chancellor and JP Morgan's boss.

Pornhub is now restricting access for UK users - will other sites follow suit?
The UK's largest porn site has blocked unregistered users from accessing explicit content in the country, but why motives remain unclear.

Not a fan of the gym? Why you should try 'exercise snacking'
How you can make a big difference to your health and fitness without signing up for a marathon or joining a gym.

'ME and Long Covid have brought my children's lives to a standstill'
The £1.1m Rosetta Stone study hopes to make a breakthrough by comparing ME and Long Covid.

India's snakebite crisis is killing tens of thousands every year
A new report has found that 99% of healthcare workers in India face challenges administering antivenom.

'Enemy' insults and questioning Putin: Steve Rosenberg on tightrope of reporting from Russia
The BBC's Russia editor reflects on the difficulties of working as a British journalist in Moscow.

'Pay and smile' - Rome visitors face Trevi Fountain charge
Italy's capital city has introduced a €2 fee to access the viewing area of its iconic fountain, which had previously been free to visit.

Melania film beats box office predictions despite criticisms
The documentary about US First Lady Melania Trump has been panned, but is off to "a huge start".

Siddiq given second Bangladesh jail sentence as Labour criticises process
The former minister and Labour MP has been sentenced to four years in prison for corruption charges by a court in Bangladesh, in a process Labour says it cannot recognise.

Israel reopens Gaza's key Rafah border crossing with Egypt
Only dozens of Palestinians and no goods will be able to cross in both directions each day.

Gold and silver prices fall after Friday's losses
Precious metal prices hit record highs in January as investors parked their money in "safe havens".

Australian woman dies after becoming snagged in ski lift in Japan
The 22-year-old became caught in a chairlift and was suspended in midair before having a heart attack, officials say.

Anne Boleyn portrait a 'rebuttal of witch rumours'
Hever Castle says Boleyn's hands are included to rebut "hostile rumours" she had extra fingers.

Watch: Must-see moments from this year's ceremony
From 'ICE out' to Cher forgetting her lines, watch the best moments from this year's ceremony.

The most eye-catching looks from the Grammy Awards, from Chappell Roan to Olivia Dean
A collection of some of the best looks from Sunday's awards in Los Angeles.

Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Epstein joke at Grammys
The US president labels Noah a "total loser" over a joke he told on stage during the awards ceremony.

See the full list of winners
A guide to the main prizes at Sunday's 68th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.

How Olivia Dean became Britain's new global star
The Londoner confirmed her status as one of the pop world's biggest breakout stars in LA on Sunday.

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New Pictures Appear to Show Andrew in Epstein Files
More Lord Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor allegations over Epstein connections.

Can Trump really save the midterms for the Republicans?
The president kicks off the Republican election campaign in Iowa

Jacquet set for Liverpool medical before £60m move
Liverpool agree a £60m deal with Rennes for defender Jeremy Jacquet, with the player set to join the Reds in the summer.