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Sauk Prairie eyes spring 2027 referendum for middle school repairs
In April, voters rejected a $68 million capital referendum and a $3 million operational referendum in Sauk Prairie.

Sunny and mild stretch of weather ahead
Afternoon highs will be in the 60s and low 70s.

Everyday Hero: 'Señora Betty' brings Spanish to Milwaukee kids, one story at a time
A Milwaukee woman brings free Spanish-language story time to local businesses, markets and museums, helping more kids hear and use Spanish.

Return of Josh Jacobs should help Packers boost a rushing attack that has slumped all season
But how much the three-time Pro Bowl running back will contribute right away remains uncertain.

Case of avian influenza identified in Barron County poultry flock
DATCP said the birds in the commercial poultry flock have been depopulated and won’t enter the food system.

We Energies targets Fox Valley with new 750-megawatt gas plant proposal
We Energies’ proposed 750-megawatt gas plant in Wrightstown faces pushback as supporters cite energy demand and critics point to emissions.

Milwaukee election officials prepare for Nov. 3 general election after past voting issues
Early in-person voting begins across Wisconsin as Milwaukee officials outline staffing, safeguards and contingency plans for the Nov. 3 election.

Brewers v. Dodgers averaged more than 7.5 million viewers during NLCS
It was the highest league championship series ratings since 2015.

Supporters call for charges to be dropped against 47 animal activists who raided Ridglan Farms earlier this year
Forty-seven animal rights activists tied to a beagle rescue earlier this year appeared in Dane County court.

Aurora NICU patients get into the spirit for first Halloween
They're even partaking in a costume contest.

2 suspects in custody for possible connection to dead body found in water in Two Rivers
Police said the death is under investigation and involves “several locations of interest” across the state.

National Labor Relations Board certifies union at Rogers Behavioral Health
Last week, NLRB filed a complaint against Rogers, claiming the organization illegally fired six workers at its West Allis treatment center.

Time to party like it's 1982: A look back at the Milwaukee Brewers' first World Series run
That fall, the team fell to the St. Louis Cardinals, 4-3. This year, the Brew Crew is looking for its first World Series win.

Milwaukee's dominant bullpen has the Brewers believing they could win their first World Series title
Aaron Ashby believes the trust among the Brewers relievers enables each of them to take the mound without having too much weight on their shoulders.

'Voices for Veterans': New Berlin VFW Post 5716 on mission to support veterans
New Berlin VFW Post 5716 said it is on a mission to work with legislators in Washington, D.C. and the local community to support veterans.

Rufus King International High School teacher accused of inappropriately touching 3 students
“The behavior reported to us is absolutely unacceptable, and we will take all appropriate action,” Doreen Badillo, principal, said in the letter.

Shrewd moves helped the Brewers become annual contenders. Here's how they got to the World Series
Despite playing in MLB's smallest market, the Brewers posted the best record in the majors for a second straight year.

Madison police to create division for accountability in 2027
The new Service Excellence and Outreach Division will focus on use of force, outreach and professional development, and more.

Fall colors drive another tourism peak for Wisconsin businesses
Door County businesses are seeing robust traffic as fall colors peak, extending its tourism season beyond summer.

Milwaukee-area bakeries serve Brewers-themed treats during World Series run
From baseball cookies to blue-and-yellow bread twists, businesses are getting creative to celebrate the Brewers.

World News

UK to deploy jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
The UK announces it will provide additional defensive military support to Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate in the region.

Man charged with attack on Australian MP as suspect's father says she is family friend
Brendan Nugent's family say they have known Helen Haines, who remains in a critical condition, for more than 20 years.

How the attack on an Australian MP unfolded
BBC's Katy Watson is in Wangaratta visiting the scene of the incident and the church where the community has held a vigil for the independent MP.

A Chinese dissident falsely claims Kim Jong Un is dead - why is this rumour back?
North Korean state media has published photos of the dictator with his daughter after the unsubstantiated rumour spread.

We asked teens what schools should teach them about work. This is what they said
Teenagers say they want more work experience at school and opportunities to improve their communication skills.

Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget
Influential Labour figures had been pushing for equalising CGT and income tax, but critics have said this could drive wealthy people out of Britain.

Storm Austen to bring severe gales to UK as weather warning issued
The first named storm of the season - Austen - will bring damaging winds and heavy rain to parts of the UK on Friday.

Woman describes alleged assault by Russell Brand as 'frenzied' and 'violent'
The entertainer denies three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.

Zelensky prepares for Oslo talks with US envoys as Rubio denies withholding intelligence
The US secretary of state rejects accusations Ukrainians were dying because the US was withholding intelligence.

US church on front line of battle against drug known as 'tranq'
Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are more powerful and in plentiful supply, and they have transformed the drugs landscape.

How is the US economy really doing under President Trump?
Ahead of the midterms Trump has boasted about the performance of the US economy. BBC Verify looks at inflation, jobs and economic growth in the country.

'I started ketamine at 14 and needed nappies at 22' - the rise of young people going to rehab
For the last two years Megan has been in agony and unable to stand straight because of her ketamine use.

Why Israeli Gen Z voters are drawn to the far right
More than half a million young people will cast their ballots in Israel next week - and they could make all the difference.

I have a condition people are too embarrassed to talk about
Women share their experience of lichen sclerosus.

Five ways El Niño is affecting the weather around the world
As the strongest El Niño on record continues to intensify, what impacts on weather patterns are already being felt across the globe? Sarah Keith-Lucas looks at the evidence.

Can a simple photo of your face reveal how ill you are?
AI may help doctors judge how ill a patient is using a single photograph of their face, say US researchers.

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Three children injured after school bus roof ripped off in crash
Three children receive hospital treatment after a bus on its way to Ysgol Gyfun Gwent Is Coed crashes.

Paddy Power cuts 1,400 jobs and blames betting tax rises
The government increased taxes on online casino and sports betting in last year's Budget.

Criminals detained in hospital set to lose benefits
The families of the victims of Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane had been campaigning for the change.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules
The changes come after concerns that penalties issued by private providers are too harsh and leave motorists unfairly punished.

Suspect arrested after historic town hall set alight - French media
The spire of the clock tower at Limoges city hall dramatically collapsed as it was engulfed in flames on Saturday.

Rantzen felt 'deprived of choice' over her own death
A note written by Dame Esther Rantzen is released by her family following a private funeral.

Jobless rate falls but small firms cut back hiring
Small firms cite labour costs as a key factor in scaling back hiring, the Office for National Statistics says.

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How a shattered village rose from unimaginable grief to demand justice
A community’s powerful fight for justice after the tragedy of the Aberfan disaster.

Maddison's magic moment for Spurs - 18 months in the making
On his first start since May 2025, James Maddison provided the moment of magic Tottenham were waiting for in their 3-1 victory against Coventry, writes Phil McNulty.

Uncapped Dragons get Wales Nations Championship call
Wales include uncapped Dragons backs Aneurin Owen and Che Hope in the squad for November Nations Championship Tests but Taulupe Faletau misses out.

We were not underprepared for World Cup, says England's O'Neill
England's Brad O'Neill has dismissed the suggestion they were underprepared for their Rugby League World Cup campaign as they bid to start salvaging it with an unchanged team against France.

Race, illness, injury, repeat - REDs and why men are suffering in silence
British long-distance runner Jake Smith was enduring a relentless pattern of race, illness, injury, repeat - he had no idea he had REDs and was under-fuelling.

Will Lindblad and Lawson be retained by Racing Bulls? F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the United States Grand Prix.