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'None of this is salvageable': How to replace important documents destroyed in the August floods
Wisconsin’s Office of the Commissioner of Insurance has a dedicated page on its website for this purpose.

Deer harvest, hunters decline slightly in 2025 gun deer season
Deer harvested fell 0.8% statewide, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Wisconsin Congressman defends second boat strike in Caribbean
Rep. Derrick Van Orden sits on the House Armed Services Committee, and the top lawmakers on that Committee vowed to take bipartisan action.

Winter weather keeps repair shops busy and tow trucks even busier
Riverside Automotive said its winter preparations began in September.

‘We're not going to be able to solve gun violence by ourselves’: Focused Interruption awarded $100k grant for prevention efforts
The Everytown Community Safety Fund has invested in more than a dozen community violence intervention programs in cities across the country.

Another round of light snow arrives tonight
Most places will pick up less than an inch of new snow.

Wisconsin charities cautiously optimistic during Giving Tuesday
Charities statewide rely on what's become a big donation day.

Wisconsin school safety tip line sees 30% increase in use during 2024-25 school year
In the 2024-25 school year, the tip line got over 6,946 tips, with bullying being the most commonly reported.

Northeast Wisconsin nonprofits struggle with rising demand while facing funding reductions, survey shows
It showed that more than 70% saw a rise in demand for their services this year.

Teen charged in kidnapping case that prompted Amber Alert in July
The teen faces four charges, including one count of kidnapping and one count of taking hostages.

Hugh Jackman to serve up special flavor of custard at Kopp’s
He'll be at the Greenfield location of the custard joint on Dec. 2, ahead of the Milwaukee premiere of "Song Sung Blue," in which he stars.

1 woman dead, child injured in Raymond house fire
Raymond Fire & Rescue Department said it was sent out to the fire near 2085 108th Street at 2:52 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1.

Send us your holiday lights displays
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Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes enters race for Wisconsin governor
In a campaign launch video, Barnes promised to stand up to President Donald Trump’s “chaos” and make life more affordable for Wisconsinites.

Packers lose defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt for rest of season with ankle injury
Wyatt’s injury comes as the Packers prepare to close a stretch of three straight games against NFC North opponents

Pouring with a purpose: Wisconsin priest’s 'Holy Spirits Wine' raises funds for homeless veterans
Fr. Roscioli is pouring his profits into something he’s passionate about and believes sometimes the best kind of spirit is one that gives back.

UW-Oshkosh students seek to raise awareness about the impact of road salt overuse
They formed the Road Salt Research group to investigate the impacts of salt at the beginning of the semester.

Wisconsin fire departments facing years-long waits for new fire trucks
A nationwide fire truck shortage is leaving departments across the country waiting years for new trucks and equipment.

Red flags to watch for on Giving Tuesday in Wisconsin
Ahead of Giving Tuesday, Wisconsin's DATCP put out a series of warnings and reminders Monday.

Brown County homeless shelter prep for frigid temperatures
Nearly 560 people experience homelessness every night in Brown County, per St. John’s Ministries.

World News

Racism, rape and death threats: One weekend of social media abuse in football
More than 2,000 extremely abusive social media posts were sent about managers and players in the Premier League and Women's Super League in a single weekend, a BBC investigation finds.

Nursery worker admits sexually abusing children
Vincent Chan, 45, admits multiple offences including assault by penetration.

Government racks up £100m bill responding to Covid inquiry
BBC analysis shows cost to taxpayer is 50% higher than thought, with inquiry's own costs at £192m.

'Carspreading' is on the rise - and not everyone is happy about it
In the UK and across Europe, cars are becoming longer, wider and heavier.

Crisis looms in Israel over ultra-Orthodox conscription bill
Lawmakers are considering a draft bill to end the exemption granted to ultra-Orthodox men enrolled in full-time religious study.

Remains of rare seven-arm octopus wash up on Scottish beach
Arms from the rarely-seen species were discovered at an Aberdeenshire national nature reserve.

William and Catherine greet German president on first state visit in 27 years
Germany's president will receive a ceremonial welcome from the King and a state banquet in Windsor Castle.

Warning over cosmetic face fillers as scans reveal new details of risks
Placed incorrectly, cosmetic dermal fillers can damage nearby ateries, leading to to skin loss and even blindness, experts warn.

Trump says he doesn't want Somali migrants in US
The president says the US will "go the wrong way if we keep taking in garbage into our country".

I was forced into a marriage, then I was beaten by my husband and enslaved by my in-laws
"Sara" was told if she left the house, she would be attacked and raped by British people.

How to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025
Elizabeth Rizzini has all the details of how to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025.

Ukrainians in war-ravaged Donbas weigh prospects of peace deal
While many Ukrainians believe they have sacrificed too much for their country to lose territory to Russia, others are desperate for the war to end.

The village that turns fishing baskets into a colourful Christmas tree
For 10 years Ullapool has marked the countdown to Christmas with an unusual festive display.

Where F1 title may be won and lost in three-way fight
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson looks at the key factors that may decide where the 2025 drivers' title is won and lost.

Thailand relaxes afternoon alcohol ban to boost tourism
The ban was primarily introduced to stop government employees from drinking during work hours.

Higher proportion of patients in England now contacting GPs online, figures show
All NHS practices were required by the government to provide web bookings from October - but the union opposes the move.

England and Wales in same 2027 Rugby World Cup group
England and Wales are paired up in the pool stages at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with Scotland and Ireland also drawn together.

Man charged with theft over claims he swallowed $19k Fabergé egg
The egg pendant, which is set with 60 white diamonds and 15 blue sapphires, has yet to be recovered.

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The Jury’s (Kind Of) Out
Jury trials scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years.

Americanswers… On 5 Live! Why has the US been accused of war crimes off the Venezuelan coast?
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has called the claims “fake news”

The story of Britain’s biggest mass poisoning
When tap water turns toxic in Cornwall, a public health disaster leads to accusations of a cover-up

'Only win will do in biggest Test of Bazball era'
England cannot mathematically lose the Ashes in Brisbane, but a 2-0 deficit would mean the urn is as good as gone - this is the biggest Test of the Bazball era, says Stephan Shemilt.

England and Wales in same 2027 World Cup group
England and Wales are paired up in the pool stages at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with Scotland and Ireland also drawn together.

Racism, rape and death threats: One weekend of social media abuse in football
More than 2,000 extremely abusive social media posts were sent about managers and players in the Premier League and Women's Super League in a single weekend, a BBC investigation finds.

Salford Red Devils wound up by High Court over debts
Troubled former Super League club Salford Red Devils are wound up by the High Court.

Success in 2025 - are the Lionesses ready for 2026?
England cap off a successful 2025 with two resounding victories over China and Ghana at home - so what shape are they in for World Cup qualification?

One start and 96 minutes - what has happened to Elliott?
Liverpool's Harvey Elliott has made just one Premier League start since moving on loan to Aston Villa in the summer - so what has gone wrong?

Where F1 title may be won and lost in three-way fight
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson looks at the key factors that may decide where the 2025 drivers' title is won and lost.