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Federal funding bill suddenly upends Wisconsin farmers, hemp industry
Industry experts said the ban came as a surprise.

Trump administration repealing protections for key swaths of Alaska petroleum reserve
The rules restricted future leasing and industrial development in certain areas within the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska.

Wisconsin business reacts to hemp ban
The short-term funding deal signed Wednesday night to reopen the government had a provision in it that outlaws hemp-based THC drinks and gummies.

‘We have to make sure that we’re partners instead of observers’: Gov. Tony Evers continues his fight against food insecurity in Wisconsin
While the latest funding deal ensures those who rely on food assistance won’t face interruption through the budget year, many are still struggling.

Blue Origin launches NASA’s Mars mission despite issues, scrubs; becomes second company to land rocket on droneship
After dealing with space weather and issues, Blue Origin launched two satellites to Mars.

3 things to watch in Packers vs. Giants game
The Packers are playing the Giants for the third time in four years, and it’s the second time in three years they’re meeting at MetLife Stadium.

Clear overnight with more warmth to end the week
Highs on Friday will reach into the 60s in many places.

Wisconsin man gets 25 years in federal prison for sexually assaulting child
Rodney Hanes, 59, was previously convicted of a sexual assault in 1995.

If you or a loved one struggle with suicidal thoughts, help is available now
You are not alone.

Heat is increasing on Matt LaFleur as the Packers visit the Giants
Green Bay's offense gets to face one of the worst-ranked defenses in the NFL, which has allowed over 27 points a game.

Wisconsin legislators have mixed reactions to passage of funding bill to reopen government
Wisconsin Democrats were still unsatisfied with the lack of ACA subsidy extension, while Republicans celebrated the action.

PHOTOS: Northern Lights shine bright across Wisconsin
Check out photos of Tuesday and Wednesday nights' colorful skies in the Badger State.

Warmer weekend with a slim chance for rain
High temperatures only reach the 30s by Sunday.

Retailers adjust to meet shifting consumer trends during holiday season
One national report indicates as many as 20% of shoppers plan to start holiday shopping earlier.

Starbucks workers kick off 65-store U.S. strike on company's busy Red Cup Day
Starbucks emphasized that the vast majority of its U.S. stores would be open and operating as usual Thursday.

MPS receives federal funding via GEAR UP Grant
MPS leaders said the grant money will be used, starting in 2026, to prepare students for college.

Packers' LaFleur says 'it's highly unlikely' that injured center Elgton Jenkins returns this season
Jenkins left the Packers’ 10-7 Monday night loss to the Philadelphia Eagles with what team officials described as an ankle injury.

Drunk driving victims’ families, safety advocates push for stronger ignition interlock device laws in Wisconsin
When installed, ignition interlocks can reduce drunk driving offenses by as much as 70%.

Meta breaks ground on a $1 billion AI-driven data center in Beaver Dam
The 700,000 square-foot data center is expected to create 1,000 construction jobs and 100 permanent positions.

Suspect arrested in Oklahoma for triple shooting that killed Milwaukee teen
The two others who were shot are still recovering from injuries.

World News

BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation
Lawyers for the US president have threatened to sue the corporation for $1bn (£759m).

Starmer's chief of staff McSweeney not leaving role over briefing war, BBC told
The PM's top aide was not involved "directly or indirectly" in briefings against cabinet ministers, sources tell the BBC.

How Sara Sharif was failed multiple times before she was murdered
Review finds "different actions could and should have been taken" leading up to the 10-year-old's death.

No-fault evictions to be banned in England from May
The government confirms timeline for reforms to England’s rental market, including ending bidding wars.

Our dogs' diversity can be traced back to the Stone Age
A new study suggests their physical transformation began much earlier than we previously thought.

Amber warnings issued ahead of heavy rain from Storm Claudia
Storm Claudia is set to bring heavy and persistent rain to parts of the UK with amber warnings issued with risk of flooding and disruption.

Watch: Blue Origin sends satellites to Mars in historic launch
The booster powering New Glenn also separated from the rocket's upper stage and successfully touched down back on Earth.

Peers suggest over 900 changes to assisted dying bill
Experts say the volume is a record, and backers of the bill fear opponents are using delaying tactics.

Met investigating 'tens of grooming gang cases' in London
Sir Mark warned against using "grooming gangs" as a catch-all term as it covers different offences.

Guests ejected mid-stay from bankrupt hotel chain Sonder
Sonder guests have complained that they had to leave their accommodation as the firm files for a sudden bankruptcy.

Pat Butcher to return to EastEnders in episode about dementia
The beloved character, played by Pam St Clement, returns next month in Nigel's memories from the 90s.

The TikTok mum helping others from her son's hospital bedside
Kirsty Grandison is using social media to share her experience of caring for her severely brain damaged son.

Weekly quiz: Who did Alan Carr give his Celebrity Traitors prize to?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'?
Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.

Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are striking between 14 and 19 November, in their 13th walkout since 2023.

Faisal Islam: Slow growth raises stakes even higher for the Budget
The Budget somehow has to provide certainty, boost consumer and business confidence, and fill a large fiscal gap.

Who is Starmer's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney?
Morgan McSweeney is credited with masterminding Labour's landslide election victory.

Watch: How the BBC works... in under two minutes
Culture reporter Noor Nanji explains how the BBC is funded and governed, amid controversy that has lead to the departures of two senior bosses.

Germany agrees new military service plan to boost troop numbers
The new military service plan will mandate all 18-year-old men to fill out a questionnaire on their suitability to serve.

Titanic passenger's watch expected to fetch £1m at auction
The watch belonged to Bavarian-born American businessman Isidor Straus, who died in the disaster.

Alcaraz secures year-end world number one ranking
Carlos Alcaraz secures the year-end world number one ranking by reaching the knockout stages at the ATP Finals with three straight wins.

Police and crime commissioners to be scrapped in England and Wales
The government says it will save £100m over this Parliament and less than 20% of voters can name their PCC.

Two-thirds of military women experienced sexualised behaviour, survey says
The behaviours include comments about their appearance, harassment, leering and groping, according to a survey.

Aberdeen to trial alcohol sales at Scottish Premiership match
Supporters will be able to buy alcoholic drinks at the game against Kilmarnock next month.

High Court hears challenge over single sex toilet guidance
Lawyers say the guidelines are "legally flawed" but equality watchdog denies it breached rights of transgender people.

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How to limit the power of big tech
The deputy PM turned Meta executive on the influence of tech bosses like Mark Zuckerberg.

Trump vs the BBC…what happens next?
And the US president is mentioned in new Epstein emails

'Maybe I got in Ronaldo's head' - managers react to Portugal star's red
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off in his side's defeat against the Republic of Ireland but was it deserved?

'Saka cements place alongside Kane as Tuchel's trusted lieutenants'
England head coach Thomas Tuchel still has selection questions to answer, but Bukayo Saka shows he is a World Cup starter, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Eubank Sr denies being paid to reunite with son
Chris Eubank Sr refutes claims he was paid to attend April's fight between his son Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn, in the build-up to Saturday's rematch.

Can 'calm' and 'intelligent' O'Reilly keep England left-back spot?
After making his England debut against Serbia, will Manchester City's 20-year-old defender Nico O'Reilly make the left-back position his own?