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Reports: Packers to sign Tyrod Taylor for backup QB role
It comes as the Packers are in need of a backup quarterback to Jordan Love.

‘I believe it's an inexcusable failure’: State lawmakers frustrated over lack of action on Knowles-Nelson funding, ‘Erin’s Law’ to teach child abuse prevention
With potential meeting days on the calendar in May, some legislators are reflecting on so-called missed opportunities this session.

Police charge organizer of street takeover in Bay View
Ricky Alcantara-Hernandez is charged with three counts of first-degree recklessly endangering safety, among other things.

Here are all of the tornadoes that have touched down in Wisconsin this year so far
April 17 accounts for the most tornadoes in a day in the state so far this year.

More than half of Wisconsin sees 'very high' fire danger
The DNR suspended burn permits in 43 counties Monday.

Child struck by city bus during school drop-off in Wausau
The child was taken to Aspirus Wausau Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Coping with loss on Mother's Day
You're not alone.

Hundreds of beagles begin leaving Ridglan Farms
1,500 beagles will be leaving Ridglan Farms and transferred to rescue organizations nationwide.

Storm damage repair companies seeing backups after Madison hailstorm
At Ball Auto Body in Middleton, regional manager James Anderberg said workers are answering more than a hundred calls for service each day.

AI helps Wisconsin health experts see things that may not be perceptible to the human eye
From mammograms to primary care appointments, UW Health experts are using AI to better serve their patients.

From farm to dinner table: Horlick High School students get hands-on experience with where food comes from
For the last two years, a science teacher has used his class to help teach students about the origins of their food.

Now Hiring: Lowney's Landscaping looks to fill roles from landscaping to mowing
The family-owned business was started in 1997.

Briefly warmer with a few early evening storms
Temperatures surge ahead of cold front, but swiftly fall on the backside.

Milwaukee flyers react to Spirit shutdown
At Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport on Sunday, travelers expressed concern about the impact of Spirit’s closure.

A cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz reports being attacked as Iran makes new peace proposal
It marks at least two dozen attacks in and around the strait since the Iran war began.

How a weaker dollar is quietly making life more expensive
The dollar has fallen about 10% against other major currencies since President Donald Trump returned to the White House.

Trump keeps us up in the air with his hints of what’s coming in a new batch of UFO files
The U.S. government has been investigating UFO reports since the 1940s.

Plans move forward on Milwaukee’s first all-accessible park, Stella’s Playground
The Schneider family is leading the project, inspired by their 9-year-old daughter Stella.

In Focus: Appleton airport fastest-growing airport in the state
Abe Weber, director of Appleton International Airport, discussed how it has reached this accomplishment despite challenges.

Future of air travel in Wisconsin
Jason Fechner talks with players with stakes in each of the state’s three largest airports.

World News

Some Iranians fear the regime is now more entrenched - and ready for revenge
Ordinary Iranians tell of worry about increased repression by authorities after the war is over.

Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig
Mayor Burkhard Jung said a suspect was detained and the motive was unclear.

Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
The operator of the MV Hondius ship says a Dutch husband and wife, as well as a German national, have died but the cause has not yet been established.

Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest
The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.

Two arrested over arson attack at Golders Green memorial
A memorial wall was damaged by fire on 27 April in north London, with counter-terror police involved in the investigation.

Princess Eugenie expecting third child this summer
"His Majesty The King has been informed and is delighted with the news," Buckingham Palace said.

What an empty car park tells us about the UK's debt problem
The BBC has been speaking to people living in one of England's poorest communities.

Peter Kay bomb hoax accused removed from court
Birmingham's Utilita Arena was evacuated on Friday night with the comedian ushered off stage.

Reform pledges to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas
The Green Party has accused Reform of "making abhorrent announcements in attempts to distract voters".

Israeli attacks kill dozens within days in Lebanon despite ceasefire
The health ministry says 77 people have been killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon since Thursday.

Met Gala 2026: How to watch, the price of tickets and this year's theme
Beyoncé, who last attended the Met Gala in 2016, is returning as a co-chair of fashion's biggest night.

BBC uncovers the scammers exploiting dogs to elicit donations from animal lovers
Unwitting donors hand over money to save suffering animals but Ugandan con artists pocket the cash.

The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?

What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' aimed to help stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz
What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?

F1's Antonelli steps up his level in dramatic fashion
Kimi Antonelli's first season in F1 showed occasional promise, but nothing that suggested this was going to come next, writes Andrew Benson.

Temperatures to fall this week after the bank holiday
After last week's warmth, the first full week of May will be noticeably cooler.

Spain seizes record amount of cocaine in Atlantic Ocean, authorities say
The Civil Guard found between 30,000 and 45,000kg of the drug on a freighter headed to Libya.

UK joining Ukraine loan scheme would be good for EU ties, Starmer says
The UK is "discussing participating" in a £78bn (€90bn) European Union loan scheme to support Ukraine, the prime minister says.

Police probe over 'antisemitic' post of Jewish actress with devil horns
The image was posted by the Scottish Palestine Solidarity Campaign as part of its petition to cancel Maureen Lipman's upcoming performance in Aberdeen.

Watch: Moment United Airlines flight strikes vehicle during landing
Flight 169 from Venice, Italy, landed safely at Newark Airport with no reported injuries among the 231 passengers and crew. The lorry driver sustained minor injuries.

Three Russian diplomats expelled from Austria over spying accusations
They gathered information using a "forest of antennas" installed on top of diplomatic buildings, the foreign minister says.

Giuliani recovering from pneumonia and 'now breathing on his own'
The ex-New York mayor 'remains in critical but stable condition', according to his spokesman.

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The Week: The Price Of The Iran War
Could financial uncertainty from the Iran war stop a Starmer leadership challenge?

LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US?
And why isn't there more support for Democrats?

Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling star in an award-winning musical
An aspiring actress and a dedicated jazz musician fall in love in modern-day Los Angeles.

What Champions League failure means for 'broken club' Chelsea
After a sixth-straight league loss, Chelsea are almost certain to miss out on Champions League qualification - a bitter blow which is likely to have far‑reaching consequences.

How De Zerbi brought life to sinking Spurs
BBC Sport tactics expert Umir Irfan looks at how Roberto de Zerbi has revived Premier League strugglers Tottenham.

Mourinho's Benfica still unbeaten - but miss out on title
Jose Mourinho's Benfica could go an entire season unbeaten - but it will not be enough to deliver the club a 39th Portuguese league title.

Antonelli 'showing up' Russell after Miami win - Hill
Kimi Antonelli's first season in F1 showed occasional promise, but nothing that suggested this was going to come next, writes Andrew Benson.