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‘This is a no-brainer. I don't know why I have to fight so hard’: Wisconsin Assembly to vote on ‘Erin’s Law’ next week
The legislation would require public schools to take a preventative approach by teaching students to recognize, resist and report child sexual abuse.

If tax credit expires, thousands of Wisconsinites enrolled in the ACA could pay more for health insurance
Congress has not yet extended the pandemic-era tax credits that expire at the end of the year.

Student dies after being shot 2 blocks from Milwaukee high school
MPD said a 17-year-old suspect was also taken to a hospital for treatment. That suspect was arrested, per MPD.

Sheboygan County officials report explosion
Evacuations are underway.

Clear and mild overnight, more warmth on Saturday
Highs on Saturday will be in the 50s and 60s for most.

Alex Warren returns to Summerfest as a headliner
Warren played at the world’s largest music festival in 2025, but this is the first time he’ll headline the festival.

High school student wins annual Wisconsin State Park and Forest pass design contest
Jaelyn Logterman, a graduated senior from Delavan-Darien High School, was inspired by her own adventures with her dog.

Wisconsin finds leaders for its rebuild in freshman linebackers Cooper Catalano and Mason Posa
Catalano and Posa have combined for 51 tackles and 3 1/2 sacks in the two games since they entered Wisconsin's starting lineup.

Study: Vehicle registration fees may soon be required for nearly half of all Wisconsinites
By the end of 2025, nearly half of all Wisconsinites will be required to pay a fee to their municipality or county to register their vehicle.

Your guide to holiday light displays across Wisconsin
From Milwaukee to La Crosse, check out these holiday light displays throughout the Badger State.

Whitefish Bay apartment project showcases suburban affordable housing
The Hampton is expected to be completed in May 2026.

Hunger Task Force launches Turkey Ticker Challenge to provide food to families in need
It’s an effort to make sure thousands of Milwaukee County families are fed during the holiday season.

Raking in data: Menomonee falls takes part in fall leaf study to see impacts on environment
A community of 100 homes is being studied in the village.

Democrats introduce bill package to expand food access in Wisconsin
The bills are in response to how the government shutdown impacted FoodShare benefits.

What a change 24 hours makes
Starting Saturday cloudy, rainy and mild, ending Sunday clear and chilly.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Broadway show, fantasy ball, fall candlelight hike
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Milwaukee marks Word Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
An event is planned for Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Century City Tower Building at 4201 N. 27th Street in Milwaukee.

'Where did the water start?': Insurance agent explains what you need to know about flood coverage
The advice comes as Wisconsinites battle denied insurance claims after the August floods.

BBC apologizes to Trump over its misleading edit, but says there's no basis for a defamation claim
The publicly funded broadcaster said there are no plans to rebroadcast the documentary.

'It just doesn't work': FDA proposes to end use of some OTC cold medications
The FDA has concluded that phenylephrine is ineffective orally in cold medicines.

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Reeves backs away from income tax rates rise after improved economic forecasts
The chancellor had been widely expected to increase income tax rates, which would have broken a manifesto promise.

Man admits lacing sweets with sedatives and assaulting boys at summer camp
Jon Ruben, 76, pleads guilty to a series of charges including sex offences against two young boys.

Man charged following suspected fake admiral at Remembrance event
Police said the incident at the Remembrance Sunday event caused "significant public concern".

US justice department investigates Epstein's alleged ties to Clinton and banks after Trump request
Trump said on social media he was seeking investigations into Bill Clinton and Larry Summers, as well as JP Morgan and other major banks.

Sarah Ferguson's new book withdrawn from sale, says analytics firm Nielsen
The latest children's book by the former duchess had already been delayed.

Weather warnings in force as Storm Claudia brings heavy rain to UK
The storm has brought flooding and downpours, with some areas expecting up to a month's worth of rain in a day.

Watch: Moment Sara Cox crosses finish line after 135-mile charity run
The Radio 2 presenter completes her epic run, which has raised more than £7.6m for Children in Need.

MP quits Corbyn's new left-wing party amid infighting
Independent MP Adnan Hussain claims there is a "toxic" culture in Your Party as he announces he is leaving it.

Crowds brave heavy rain as King Charles makes birthday trip to south Wales
The King has visited south Wales as a new photo is published for his 77th birthday.

Three killed after bus crashes into Stockholm bus stop
Three others have have been injured in the crash in the Swedish capital, police say.

South Africa to investigate 'mystery' of planeload of Palestinians
It is not clear who chartered the plane carrying the Palestinians from Kenya to South Africa.

'Tired, exhilarated and proud'- old friends complete 17,000-mile bike challenge after 40 years
Three friends returned to Chile to finish a leg of a 17,000-mile cycling trip they did in 1985.

Call of Duty is back, and it's got a battle on its hands
The annual instalment of the massive series faces new challenges from competitor Battlefield 6.

What taxes could go up in Budget if income tax rates are not rising?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering both tax rises and spending cuts in the 26 November Budget.

Why I'm sharing the reality of life in a sick kids' unit
Kirsty Grandison is using social media to share her experience of caring for her severely brain damaged son.

What does Trump want with boat strike campaign?
The US has justified its air and naval campaign as necessary to fight drug smuggling into the US.

Weekly quiz: Who did Alan Carr give his Celebrity Traitors prize to?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Bad Bunny wins five Latin Grammys ahead of Super Bowl
The Puerto Rican star wins album of the year, as Karol G and Gloria Estefan also celebrate big wins.

'Prolific' rapist who drugged women gets life term
"Incredibly dangerous" multiple rapist Chao Xu is ordered to spend a minimum of 14 years in prison.

UK court finds mining firm liable for Brazil's worst environmental disaster
The 2015 dam collapse killed 19 people, polluted a river and destroyed hundreds of homes.

US agrees deal to slash Swiss tariffs to 15% after golden charm offensive
Under the deal, Donald Trump's 39% tariffs will be cut and Switzerland will invest $200bn (£150bn) in the US.

'Astonishingly lethal': BBC reports from site of Russian strike in Kyiv
The BBC's James Landale reports from the east of the capital where a drone struck a multi-storey residential building.

Man guilty of stalking Dame Penny Mordaunt
Edward Brandt, 61, is cleared of the more serious charge of stalking involving serious distress.

Teen nursery worker sentenced for child rape and abuse
Thomas Waller, 18, was arrested after a boy told his mother he had been abused in a school toilet.

'Real concern' about political appointees on BBC board, Nandy says
The culture secretary also suggests appointing senior BBC leaders who have a "journalistic background".

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How to limit the power of big tech
The deputy PM turned Meta executive on the influence of tech bosses like Mark Zuckerberg.

Are cracks showing inside Trump’s MAGA movement?
The growing questions from Republicans on how Trump is running the country

The engrossing biopic of a Hollywood icon's early years
Based on a true story, starring Toby Jones, Lesley Manville and Harry Lawtey

Explore the manosphere with three young men's stories
James Blake enters the manosphere, joining men seeking status, wealth and relationships.

Scotland’s trailblazing girl bands ignored by the industry
The story of the Scottish girl bands who challenged a male-dominated industry.

Hearn spies Eubank's weight as Benn wants redemption
Chris Eubank Jr vows to put on a "fight of the decade contender" in his rematch with Conor Benn on Saturday.