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Wisconsin DPI releases annual school district, school accountability report cards
While most districts and schools either met, exceeded or significantly exceeded expectations, there were some outliers.

College campuses offer resources to students impacted by the government shutdown
With the ongoing government shutdown, college students across Wisconsin are facing financial hardship and food insecurity.

Sally Kirkland, stage and screen star who earned an Oscar nomination in 'Anna,' dies at age 84
She was also known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting."

MLB, sportsbooks cap bets on individual pitches in response to pitch-rigging scandal
MLB said Monday the limits were agreed to by sportsbook operators representing more than 98% of the U.S. betting market.

Towns along 'MadWaukee' corridor seeing more growth
More companies have been investing in the area for its strategic location and workforce availability.

Snowfall totals around Michigan
Lake-effect snow continues through early Tuesday.

Wisconsin man accused of setting fire to congressman's office pleads no contest to arson charge
Caiden Stachowicz, 20, of Menasha, entered the plea Monday in Fond du Lac County Circuit Court.

Packers' struggles on offense continue for second straight game
The Packers have scored just one touchdown in each of their last two games.

Everyday Hero: MPS school chosen to represent Wisconsin in national art competition
The project, called the National Scrollathon, will bring together the work of more than 250,000 participants from all over the U.S.

Small Wisconsin communities look to boost housing options as populations grow
A new 42-unit apartment is scheduled to open in Brillion next fall, where growth is the fastest in the state.

Jaelan Phillips' productive Eagles debut paces dominant defense in 10-7 win over Packers
Brandon McManus’ attempt at a game-tying, 64-yard field goal as time expired fell several yards short.

Dennis Krause Blog: Offense stagnant in Packers loss
Monday night’s 10-7 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles at Lambeau Field dropped the Packers to 5-3-1.

Our climb out of this winter hole starts today
Today begins a warming trend for the rest of the week.

Fox Valley small businesses help SNAP recipients for Thanksgiving
From free Thanksgiving meals to $1 soup and a neighbor rack, businesses are finding ways to support their communities who supported them in the past.

Milwaukee marks Word Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
An event is planned for Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Century City Tower Building at 4201 N. 27th Street in Milwaukee.

Wendy's to close hundreds of U.S. stores in bid to halt falling profit
Wendy’s ended the third quarter with 6,011 U.S. restaurants

Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald’s crew, 50 years later
Twenty nine crew members lost their lives in the sinking.

Nonprofit organizations stepping in to help homeless veterans in Wisconsin
Help is needed after the closure of two state-run facilities earlier this year.

Lake-effect snow buries parts of southern Wisconsin
The Village of Pleasant Prairie reported the most snow with 13 inches, according to the National Weather Service.

Wisconsin Senators split on new government funding proposal
Republican Ron Johnson voted for it. Democrat Tammy Baldwin didn’t.

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NHS manager who groomed young girls on Snapchat jailed for 28 years for rape and abuse
Paul Lipscombe used fake names and lied about his age to win over his victims.

Government to reconsider compensation for women not warned of pension age change
Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden says that the rethink does not mean that payouts will necessarily follow.

'There was a state of terror': Sudan hospital worker describes fleeing before alleged massacre
"I have lost the people whose faces I used to see smiling," says Abdu-Rabbu Ahmed after escaping el-Fasher.

Cryptoqueen who fled China for London mansion jailed over £5bn Bitcoin stash
Qian Zhimin bought cryptocurrency using funds stolen from thousands of Chinese pensioners, say police.

Kate and Queen lay Armistice Day wreaths as nation pays tribute
The Queen and the Princess of Wales have joined services to mark Armistice Day in the UK.

Jilly Cooper died from head injury, says coroner
The popular author suffered the injury during a fall at her rural home, an inquest was told.

More than 90 prisoners freed by mistake since April
The government publishes new figures for England and Wales, as it faces pressure over accidental releases.

Vinted users outraged by sizing changes
The popular second-hand shopping app has changed how sizes are categorised.

Asylum seekers can stay at Epping hotel after council loses legal battle
A council has lost its legal battle with the government in a landmark High Court ruling.

Israel passes first reading of bill proposing death penalty for people it deems terrorists
The requirement means the penalty would likely be used only against Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks on Israelis.

Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn E Jean Carroll verdict
The top court is Trump's last hope of having a jury's unanimous verdict thrown out. Whether it will take the case is unclear.

'This animal spared my life': Biologist bitten in head by shark hopes to meet it again
Despite having worked with sharks for 30 years, Mexican Mauricio Hoyos never thought he would encounter one so close up.

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! confirms 2025 cast
Kelly Brook, Ruby Wax OBE and Jack Osbourne are among the celebrities braving the jungle this year.

Nearly all NHS England trusts failing to hit cancer target - find out how yours is ranked
Experts say patients are being harmed by cancer diagnosis and treatment delays.

Three easy ways to help you beat the winter blues
It's easy to feel gloomy in winter, but here are three ways to help you manage the darker days and even embrace them.

Rally driving debut for daughter of tragic world champion Colin McRae
Colin McRae's daughter will make her competitive driving debut at Kielder Forest in the Roger Albert Clark Rally.

Why is one of Edinburgh's best views still off limits?
The historic Radical Road path was closed in 2018 due to rockfall but a plan for its full reopening has still to be agreed.

Hospital trust fined £500k over death of young woman on mental health unit
Alice Figueiredo, 22, took her own life at Goodmayes Hospital, east London, in July 2015.

Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his last
Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo says the 2026 World Cup will be his last.

TikTok creator 'so sorry' over cancer diagnosis lie
Brittany Miller is known for posting food and lifestyle content to her three-and-a-half million followers.

Lloyds' use of staff bank data during pay talks 'concerning'
The bank looked at anonymised information about spending habits, saving rates and salary increases.

Hundreds arrested in High Street crime crackdown
The illicit tobacco seized accounts for more than £3.5m worth of duty evaded, the NCA estimates.

Suicide bombing in Islamabad kills 12, says Pakistan's interior minister
Mohsin Naqvi says the bomber tried to gain entry to a court complex but was unable to get inside.

Man interviewed by police over Bob Vylan set
The interview is part of an investigation into chants about Israel Defence Forces at the festival.

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Americanswers on 5 Live! Why is Donald Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?
And how will the U.S. government shutdown end?

Trump Threatens To Sue BBC For One Billion Dollars
Trump threatens BBC with a $1bn lawsuit over the editing of his speech in a documentary.

The engrossing biopic of a Hollywood icon's early years
Based on a true story, starring Toby Jones, Lesley Manville and Harry Lawtey

Churchill faces his gravest dilemma
Churchill must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler or fight for the greater good.

The little-known letters between Einstein and Freud
Exploring the 1932 letters between Einstein and Freud on global peace and total war.

Reinventing Football - five things fans would change
BBC Sport asked football fans to rip up the rulebook and suggest one change to the game. Here are the top five talking points from thousands of replies.

Ford returns at 10 for England against All Blacks
George Ford returns at fly-half and Freddie Steward at full-back for England's much-anticipated showdown with New Zealand on Saturday at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.