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

A refreshing forecast with highs back in the 20s
All weekend long we'll see highs in the 20s, but wind chills in the teens.

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.

Study suggests new hotel be built at Miller High Life Theater site to maximize Baird Center
The study, done by Hunden Partners, reveals that business was lost by the convention center due to a lack of lodging nearby.

All eyes on Giannis and the Bucks as NBA trade deadline approaches
Teams like Golden State, Miami and New York are interested in him. The Bucks must decide whether to trade their star player or hold onto him.

Jury finds Wisconsin man guilty of forging threat against Trump to get witness deported
The jury found Demetric Scott guilty of identity theft and witness intimidation in Milwaukee County Circuit Court on Thursday.

‘I regretted saying it:’ Wisconsin Congressman backtracks on whether Minneapolis ICE shooting was 'murder'
On Monday, Glenn Grothman told Spectrum News the Minnesota resident’s death was a “murder.” On Thursday, he retracted his remarks.

Repeal of controversial law hinges on what happens in ongoing government funding fight
The law would allow eight Senators to sue the Department of Justice for at least $500,000.

Sons of the American Legion group prepares to sleep outside while raising money for homeless veterans in Wisconsin
Over the past six years, the group has raised over $380,000 with Operation Homeless Veterans.

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

Seasonal temperatures return for the first day of February
Highs return back to the 20s.

Beloit affordable housing project moving forward
A four-story, 55-unit affordable apartment building is set to take over the former site of the YMCA on Riverside Drive.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Taylor Swift sing-along, grown-up book fair, ice festival
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

'Stop the insanity': City alderman asks WisDOT to reconsider 27th Street closure
More long-term road closures will go into effect Monday as part of the Interstate-94 East-West Project.

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Latest Epstein revelations dig even deeper hole for Andrew
More unedifying pictures and words mean it doesn't get any better for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Israeli air strikes kill at least 28 Palestinians in Gaza, rescue officials say
Israel's military confirmed the strikes, which come during a ceasefire that Israel and Hamas accuse each other of breaking.

Zack Polanski is having fun. But can the Green leader become a serious player?
The Greens' new leader has generated a lot of excitement. Can he translate the buzz into electoral success?

Pedro Pascal and Meryl Streep lead tributes to Catherine O'Hara
The Canadian comedic actress died in Los Angeles on Friday at the age of 71 following a brief illness.

Ukrainians brace for -20C despite energy truce: 'It will be a catastrophe'
Already facing electricity cuts, civilians are struggling to keep warm in their own homes as temperatures are set to plummet.

What we learned - and didn't - from the Melania documentary
Melania, directed by Brett Ratner, provides a fleeting glimpse into the life of the enigmatic first lady.

Israel eyes regime change in Iran - and is counting on Trump to make it happen
Analysts believe PM Netanyahu is urging the US towards maximalist strikes.

Takeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files
Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke".

Parents want to ban smartphones in schools, but there's one reason they're worried
The House of Lords is soon due to debate whether to introduce a legal ban on smartphones in schools.

Has Harry Styles killed the world tour?
Artists including Ariana Grande are opting for longer residencies in key cities rather than touring more locations.

One wrong move and it could all go wrong - the men clearing deadly undersea Russian mines
A team of divers are tasked with de-mining parts of the Black Sea still under Ukraine's control.

King surprises Parkrun joggers for second year in a row
This is the second time the monarch has surprised joggers at a Parkrun on the royal estate.

Labour pick Angeliki Stogia for Gorton by-election
The councillor was chosen after Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham was blocked from standing.

Musk's SpaceX applies to launch 1m satellites into orbit
The firm wants to create a network of "orbital data centres" to power artificial intelligence.

Starmer invites Japan PM to UK after Tokyo talks
Sir Keir and Sanae Takaichi discussed ways to strengthen ties between their two nations during the meeting, at the end of the UK prime minister's trip to East Asia.

Israel split over plans to bring back death penalty for deadly attacks
In a highly controversial move, some Israeli MPs are trying to introduce the death penalty for Palestinian attackers.

Student loan system 'fair and reasonable', says Reeves
The chancellor's defence comes after Martin Lewis called her freeze on student loans "not a moral thing".

Watch: Frozen river hosts dance party in Kyiv
Residents in the Ukrainian capital are finding joy in unusual places, despite power cuts caused by Russian attacks and freezing winter temperatures.

This tiny town is up for sale - but the locals don't want to leave
Residents say the sale of Licola - population, five - jeopardises its future.

More than 200 killed in mine collapse in DR Congo
The mine gave way after heavy rains on Wednesday, a local rebel spokesman says.

I mocked the Saudi leader on YouTube - then my phone was hacked and I was beaten up in London
Satirist Ghanem al-Masarir has been awarded £3m in damages, but it's unclear if Saudi Arabia will pay.

Phone lines stay open as tax return deadline looms
More than one million people missed the deadline a year ago, according to HM Revenue and Customs.

The friends who are boosting women's DIY skills
Sarah Bolger and Justine Wortsman say they did not realise "how much of a gap in the market there was".

Man visits Disney World 80 times - and he's not done yet
Phil Taylor has visited Walt Disney World in Florida 80 times and does not plan to stop.

How these former Ibiza DJs are nurturing a new generation
Sally Rodgers and Steve Jones toured Ibiza in the 80s and 90s before returning to Teesside.

Pokémon cards help boy through cancer treatment
The trading cards helped Dylan cope with leukaemia treatment and recovery.

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The Week: Starmer Meets Xi, Trump Threatens Iran and More Defection Drama
Adam and Alex wrap up the week with James Landale and Sarah Montague.

Can Trump 'de-escalate' Minneapolis tensions after Alex Pretti killing?
And the president blames Democrat Ihan Omar after she was attacked

Richard Burton and Clint Eastwood lead in this classic war film
Seven paratroopers are sent on a seemingly impossible mission

A Slam four years in the making - Rybakina's return to top
Why 'unstoppable' Elena Rybakina will believe her Australian Open triumph can begin a period of sustained success after ending a four-year wait for her second major title.