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UW-Madison professor awarded Nobel Prize in Physics
Francis Halzen, a professor of physics, is the 23rd Nobel Prize honoree connected to the university, and the sixth physicist.

Tom Tiffany, David Crowley making final push as Election Day nears
In less than one month, voters will head to the poll to determine the direction of Wisconsin for the rest of the decade.

Referendum could shape future development at former GM/JATCO site
Janesville voters will decide whether major projects at the former GM/JATCO site need voter approval, a choice that could shape redevelopment.

Milwaukee police officer charged with sexual assault, disorderly conduct
Enk, who has more than seven years of service with Milwaukee police, has been been suspended since Sept. 21.

Everyday Hero: Volunteer dad helps maintain Welcoming Willows in Little Chute
At Welcoming Willows in Little Chute, volunteer John Wright helps support an adult daycare program that offers socialization and respite for families.

Sunny, warm, and windy on this Tuesday
Temperatures rise today with the help of a breezy southerly wind.

Police in Wisconsin put out warning about e-bikes, e-motos
Wausau Police said a juvenile fled from officers on one over the weekend.

Wautoma community unites for severely injured athlete
Wautoma is rallying around senior football player Dominick Rooney after his mother says he suffered a traumatic brain injury during a game.

Bernie Brewer’s old chalet continues to draw baseball fans to Milwaukee brewery
Lakefront Brewery in Milwaukee houses Bernie Brewer’s former County Stadium chalet, giving fans a place to connect with Brewers history.

Cooke sends Van Orden a cease-and-desist letter over AI videos
Derrick Van Orden and Rebecca Cooke are facing off in one of the nation’s most competitive congressional races.

One Wisconsin community offering thousands in housing incentives
One Wisconsin city is offering a maximum of $10,000 for newly constructed residential homes or duplexes

Summerfest generates $221.6 million in economic impact for Milwaukee
That’s an increase of over 38% for the city and over 37% for the state when compared with a 2023 study on the festival’s economic impact.

Wisconsin survivor speaks out amid scrutiny of Cornell rape allegation
A Wisconsin survivor and advocate shares her story as Cornell’s handling of a 2024 rape allegation faces new scrutiny from New York leaders.

Cancer survivor's dream San Diego trip now includes Brewers playoff game
For one Sheboygan resident, it’s the cherry on top of a dream trip.

Beef woes drive consumers to purchase from local farmers
Appleton-area shoppers are asking where their beef comes from after tariff cuts on imports, as local sellers say prices remain driven by supply.

St. Mary Catholic Church in Menasha reopens after EF-3 tornado
St. Mary Catholic Church in Menasha reopened for Mass after July’s EF-3 tornado, while St. John the Baptist remains closed for roof repairs.

Now Hiring: MetalStorm looks for skilled welders, fabricators
The company now employs 75 people and expanded its De Pere facility three years ago.

Mason Miller's uncharacteristic 9th-inning struggles put Padres on the verge of playoff elimination
The closer struggled with control, loading the bases in the ninth inning against Milwaukee with the first three walks of his postseason career.

Chourio's 2-run single with 2 outs in 9th off Miller lifts Brewers over Padres for 2-0 NLDS lead
Milwaukee is a win from a second straight NL Championship Series appearance as it chases its first World Series title.

Initial investigation in Cornell gang rape allegations case 'not appropriate,' attorney says
The Jane Doe’s attorney, Thomas Giuffra, responded to Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff’s comments in an interview with CNN.

World News

Watch: At the scene of student protests in Lille
The BBC's Europe correspondent Nick Beake reports from a large demonstration in northern France.

British national arrested in connection with RAF Fairford incident
It is the seventh arrest in connection to the incident near RAF Fairford last month.

ASOS app users receive push notifications apparently sent by hackers
Dozens of people appear to have received a strange message from the clothing and beauty store's app.

I'd rather have another election than do a deal with Reform UK, says Badenoch
The Conservative Party leader also pledged to cut the cost of hiring 21 to 24 year olds.

PCs who used Taser and baton on amputee, 92, sacked
A disciplinary hearing finds both officers used unnecessary force on Donald Burgess at his care home.

From films to streaming prices - how the Warner Bros deal could affect you
The deal is expected to alter the entertainment and news industries but could it mean higher prices for consumers?

Watch: How Russia responded to US after plague researcher death
The US and Russia have each offered to help each other tackling infectious diseases.

Former German spy chief arrested for espionage and treason
August Hanning is accused of obtaining classified information for a foreign power.

UK special forces could face prosecution as Afghanistan evidence referred to police
Evidence relating to a number of detention operations carried out by British personnel between 2010 and 2013 is being examined.

Childminder who left 27 children alone in her home pleads guilty to neglect
Amanda Mathewson, 55, pleaded guilty to neglect and abandoning children in her care at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court.

Queen pays tribute to 'irrepressible' Jeffrey Archer
The bestselling author and former politician died on Monday at the age of 86.

What is pneumonic plague and how does it spread?
The death of a worker from a Russian lab that researches plague has prompted questions about the disease.

Why Tories are talking about winning the next election
Kemi Badenoch is more popular than her party right now - Tories are hoping it will rub off on them.

'We are terrified but we want to get an education', say Yemeni schoolgirls
The BBC reports from a school in Taiz, Yemen, where children are determined to keep learning despite the vicious civil war.

We're saving £100 a month for our kids but they won't get it until they're 57
Why a growing number of parents are opening pensions for their children.

Dread presenting at work? Read these tips before your next meeting
Dani Payne would have panic attacks at the thought of presenting - now she does it most days.

Boats 'set for people smugglers' seized at UK airport for the first time
The National Crime Agency says it is the first time the detection of small boat equipment has been made in air freight.

Paramount takes over Warner Bros in $110bn Hollywood merger
The merger of two of Hollywood's biggest movie studios comes after months of legal disputes and concern over competition.

Afghan men jailed for rape of teenager after being caught fleeing UK by French police
Three men tried to flee the UK in a lorry after their crimes, but were stopped by French police.

M4 junction closures and new Menai bridge in plans to tackle congestion on Welsh roads
Welsh government will also re-examine the case for a new motorway in proposals announced today.

Student admits murdering woman in 'Dexter' kill room
Forensics student Benjamin William Day, 20, lured Maria Saceanu to an Airbnb to murder her.

UK to make last-ditch effort to stop Israel closing East Jerusalem consulate
Israel has threatened to close the consulate, which handles UK relations with Palestinians in the city, over British sanctions on Israeli settlements.

Katie Price's ex told teenager to 'take it to the grave', rape trial hears
The alleged victim is not part of Kieran Hayler or Katie Price's extended families.

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Rival clubs want retrospective and future punishments for Man City
A number of Premier League clubs want Manchester City to be hit with both retrospective punishments and sanctions in the future.

Owner, businessman & player: Messi has big plans as a golden era ends
Lionel Messi's Argentina career will end in a friendly against Benin. BBC Sport looks at what is next for the 39-year-old.

LIV Golf secures potential $300m investment
LIV Golf secures a possible $300m in financing from BC Partners Credit in order to emerge from restructuring before the 2027 season.

Calm in real life but demons on court - Medvedev runs out of chances
Daniil Medvedev once said you would need to knock on his hotel door at 6am for seven days in a row to make him angry - but his China Open disqualification was no surprise.

NFL suspends two officials for player incidents
The NFL suspends officials Jeff Seeman and Adrian Hill for instances of unprofessional conduct towards a player.

'Means more than just a trophy' - Djokovic claims 102nd title of career
Novak Djokovic claims the 102nd title of his astonishing career as Alex de Minaur retires injured from the China Open final.