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Flood recovery continues for First Lutheran Church in Janesville
First Lutheran Church in Janesville is rebuilding after flood damage, as nearly 960 Rock County properties seek FEMA assistance.

Stopping the spread of respiratory diseases during the holidays
Statewide, DHS data confirmed 20.3% of Wisconsinites have received a flu vaccine so far for this respiratory season.

Sunny and seasonable for your weekend in Wisconsin
Sunshine returns with highs back in the 50s.

New Mississippi River bridge opens months ahead of schedule
The bridge connects Crawford County to Lansing, Iowa.

Health officials warn of possible public measles exposure at Marathon County emergency department
Officials said Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. people at the emergency department at the Marshfield Medical Center – Weston may have been exposed.

Milwaukee-area health providers urge MMR vaccinations after Wisconsin infant measles death
A Children’s Wisconsin pediatrician said that the vaccine is safe and effective.

We Energies rate hikes spark affordability concerns in Milwaukee
Milwaukee is considering a $1.35 million study of a possible city-owned utility.

Wisconsin State Patrol trooper detained by ICE to be released
A Wisconsin State Patrol trooper was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Thursday morning.

Janesville voters approve referendum for major GM/JATCO site projects
Janesville voters approved new oversight for major GM/JATCO site projects, requiring public approval for proposals of $450 million or more.

First measles death reported in Wisconsin this year as cases surpass 400
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported the first death from the measles outbreak.

Wisconsin Democrats eye schools, taxes and childcare under trifecta
Wisconsin Democrats are preparing to take full control in Madison, with affordability, schools and taxes topping their agenda.

'Mrs. Doubtfire' brings a Wisconsin actor home in a dream-come-true role
"Mrs. Doubtfire" will have two performances at the Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts on Nov. 7.

District Administrator of Union Grove Union High School charged for alleged child porn possession
According to a criminal complaint, Racine County Sheriff’s Office received an anonymous letter about Johnson that led to an investigation.

3 things to watch in Packers vs. Patriots game
The Packers haven't played in New England since 2018.

New Fisher House breaks ground in Middleton for Madison VA veterans
It will offer free stays for Madison VA veterans’ families, expanding support during treatment starting in 2027.

Great weekend to spend time outdoors
Sunshine returns with highs in the 40s and 50s.

Jordan Love, Drake Maye represent new era in Packers-Patriots matchup
The Green Bay Packers and New England Patriots don’t play each other that often.

Vandals break windows, light truck on fire at Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin is cleaning up after vandals damaged its Madison distribution center early Wednesday.

Milwaukee Public Schools to rebid Lincoln Avenue School demolition
MPS is tearing down the historic Lincoln Avenue School after a fire left it beyond repair.

Milwaukee County Board approves 2027 budget after $4.56 million error
Milwaukee County supervisors approved the 2027 budget after a $4.56 million error, calling for a report on how to prevent another mistake.

World News

UK cannot 'cherry pick' EU single market deal, Barnier tells BBC
The former Brexit negotiator says EU countries would reject any British attempts to follow economic rules "a la carte".

Victims in rape cases must not feel like they are on trial, Burnham says
The PM was responding after a police chief said comments made during Russell Brand's trial came close to "victim blaming".

Two men arrested after boy injured in sword attack
A 17-year-old boy from Gloucester has also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

What happens if all the lights go out? This is the plan for a 'Black Sky' event
A Black Sky event could leave millions without power, water and communications. So how prepared is the UK?

No clear winner after tight New Zealand general election
Weeks of coalition talks could follow after preliminary results pointed to a highly divided national parliament.

Monty Don bids 'final goodbye' to Gardeners' World after two decades
The head gardener on the long-running BBC TV series signed off from Longmeadow garden on Friday.

Relief, tears and sadness: Married at First Sight UK cast react to show being axed
The show was cancelled after a BBC Panorama investigation heard allegations from three former cast members.

This man refused life-saving treatment because of his religion - days later the rules changed
Jehovah's Witness leaders relaxed strict rules on blood transfusions, but the change came 23 days too late for Isaac Valdez.

'My mortgage is going up £200': How rising interest rates are hitting people's pockets
With UK interest rates set to rise, mortgages, credit cards and loans could get more expensive for millions.

One of the year's most prolific meteor showers to light up the night sky this weekend
The Leonid meteor shower, known for its bright and fast meteors, will kick off this weekend and continue until the end of November.

Russian strikes wound nine and damage Ukraine's power network ahead of talks
The attacks come before Ukrainian and Russian delegations are due to take part in trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi next week.

With Stephen Miller pick as new chief of staff, Trump readies for a battle
The US president's promotion of Miller, a loyal partisan firebrand to be his new chief of staff sets up likely clashes with Congress.

Baxters fish soup cans recalled over fears they could 'swell and potentially rupture'
A manufacturing fault could cause a batch of the Cullen Skink soup to spoil, and cans could swell and burst.

Knicks defend Taylor Swift after players name her 'fakest celebrity fan'
The pop superstar's appearances at NBA games were deemed "a little performative" by New York Knicks point guards Tyler Kolek and Miles McBride.

Secondary school teacher to crofter - life on the UK's most remote island
Katy Phenix relocated to Fair Isle from Redcar in North Yorkshire with her partner Josh Moore and their children Teddy, 11, and Hetty, six.

How computer game Worms went from classroom to classic
Creator Andy Davidson speaks to the BBC about how he created a game that sold 70 million copies.

Crochet novices create cascading poppy memorial
The friends took up crocheting a year ago before getting the whole village involved.

New pictures released ahead of The Other Bennet Sister Christmas special
Little has been shared about the plot of the upcoming The Other Bennet Sister Christmas special.

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Hamilton, Leclerc and Verstappen to have penalties
Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will all have grid penalties at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.