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Great forecast for the first weekend of October
Most of the weekend will be quiet with seasonable conditions.

Don't forget the umbrella Thursday
Rain gradually clears out heading into Thursday evening.

Town of Mukwonago residents weigh in on proposed 28-acre solar farm
Meanwhile, the developer cites bringing in local aid payments and pollinator habitat.

Measles cases climb to over 200 in Wisconsin so far this year
More cases were added to Southwest Wisconsin outbreak, which is currently the largest in the state.

9 vehicles involved in fire inside Froedtert parking structure
An 88-year-old man drove through a construction area, causing his car to become engulfed in flames, according to the Wauwatosa Police Department.

Wisconsin students barred from performance, again
Superintendent blocks students from performing "Flashdance."

Packers add 3 veteran offensive linemen
One of the additions is Kevin Zeitler, a Wisconsin native who attended Wisconsin Lutheran High School and the University of Wisconsin.

U.S. can deport the leader of Wisconsin’s largest mosque on foreign policy grounds, judge rules
Salah Sarsour was detained in Milwaukee in March by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.

9 people taken to hospitals for carbon monoxide poisoning
The Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a homeowner in the Town of Osceola at around 2:05 a.m. with reports that multiple people had symptoms.

LGBTQ+ option on 988 lifeline reinstated
The “press 3” option allows LGBTQ+ youth to speak to someone who is trained for their specific needs during a mental health crisis.

Poll: While national conditions are ‘dreadful’ for GOP, Wisconsin gubernatorial candidates are neck-and-neck
Democrat David Crowley is only leading Republican Tom Tiffany by three points in the race for Wisconsin governor.

World leaders discuss global trade policies in Milwaukee
The talks are taking place as President Trump continues to enforce tariffs on several of the countries attending the Milwaukee meetings.

What's new and what's changing for 2027 Medicare plans
Medicare plans for 2027 increasing costs and reducing some benefits.

Packers add guard Kevin Zeitler and lose receiver Jayden Reed for the rest of the season
Reed will have season-ending surgery after injuring his neck in the first quarter of the Packers’ 20-17 overtime victory over the Jets on Sept. 20.

Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin announces top 16 finalists
This year, there were 108 nominees, hailing from all over the Badger State.

Aurora NICU babies batting up for Brewers postseason run
These sweet babies are rooting for a pitch-perfect postseason.

Democrats eye Wisconsin district held by Republicans for more than 30 years
Democrat Mitchell Berman hopes to unseat Republican Congressman Bryan Steil, who was elected in 2018.

UW Health at Meriter trains AI to help guide NICU breathing procedures
Researchers are taking video from those procedures, cutting it into thousands of frames and using the images to teach AI to recognize anatomy.

Milwaukee VA trains staff as veteran suicide prevention efforts expand
The Milwaukee VA is training staff and expanding crisis care as more Wisconsin veterans call 988 and use free emergency mental health services.

Brewers remaining cautious with Joey Ortiz as they prepare for NL Division Series
Ortiz hurt his right knee while trying to make a play on a foul ball Thursday in Philadelphia.

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We fear for our lives after being told our abusive exes will be freed from jail early
Three victims of domestic abuse tell the BBC why they feel let down by the early prisoner release scheme.

US death row inmate survives execution attempt after two lethal injections
Killer Christa Pike's lawyer says she is being given "life-saving measures" in hospital after two syringes of pentobarbital.

What happened in failed execution of Christa Pike - and what next?
The convicted killer is in hospital in Tennessee after surviving two lethal injections, in a case that has raised many questions.

Travelodge failed sex assault victim 'at every stage', review finds
Room intrusions were still being reported at one-in-10 Travelodge hotels this summer, a review finds.

Moment Esther Rantzen surprises Nicholas Winton with children he saved
One of her most memorable career moments came during one particular episode in 1988 - the footage of which has gone viral several times over in recent years.

Tiny image sparks big backlash in Nikon photo contest
Dr Ning Xu denies he broke the rules of Nikon's annual Small World In Motion contest.

Too early to say if Iran involved in Dubai-Tel Aviv flight attack, Israeli PM says
A pilot who stabbed another pilot on an Israel-bound plane is being investigated in Saudi Arabia, Benjamin Netanyahu says.

Trump's AI rebrand causes 'unprecedented' demand for Slovenian website names
The president wants AI to be called super intelligence - or SI - the same initials used by Slovenian domains.

Ivan Toney denies Soho nightclub assault
England striker Ivan Toney pleads not guilty to assaulting a man at a Soho nightclub last year.

Northern Ireland's young drivers first in UK to get restrictions put on new licences
Northern Ireland becomes the first part of the UK to introduce new rules for new drivers in a bid to reduce fatal road crashes involving young people.

Who is the 'hero' Indian pilot who was stabbed on Israel-bound flight?
Capt Smit Machchhar was attacked by another pilot onboard the Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv.

Flydubai passenger describes putting attacker in chokehold after cockpit stabbing
Other passengers on the Israel-bound flight described the "terrifying" moment the plane dropped.

What we know about stabbing on Israel-bound plane
A pilot has been arrested and is being questioned after another pilot was stabbed, officials say.

Celebrity Traitors is back - here's what you need to know ahead of the first show
Maya Jama, Michael Sheen and Bella Ramsey are among this year's celebrities taking part in the show.

Rosenberg: Putin shows no sign of stopping the war as Russia doubles down on Ukraine
A foreign policy speech by the Russian president will be keenly watched, but all signs point to the full-scale invasion continuing.

China has cracked down on AI relationships. Is it ahead of the game?
Beijing has cracked down on AI chatbots that can replicate human relationships. Experts are asking if this is the right thing to do.

Why are hundreds of prisoners being released early?
More people going to prison, and for longer, is why governments including the current one have had to release prisoners early.

'I'm very shocked' - College students react to Cornell University rape investigation
The BBC asked students in Washington about the allegations from a woman who says she was raped at a fraternity house in 2024.

Employers should teach primary-age children about work, says Milburn
The author of a major report into youth activity in the UK says children as young as four should be learning about careers.

Energy bills are rising by £60 a year - here's how you can bring that down
Household energy bills have risen again but there are ways to keep a lid on your expenditure.

Vape tax comes into effect - but prices won't rise yet
Vaping is about to becoming more expensive due to a new tax on products.

MPs recommend BBC charter renewal is scrapped and licence fee is extended beyond TV
An parliamentary committee has published a new report as debate about the BBC's future continues.

Conservatives pledge 'tough love' benefit rules for under-25s
The party says it would bring in new work requirements for young people claiming Universal Credit.

Tributes paid to 'inspirational' presenter and campaigner Esther Rantzen
Dame Esther Rantzen was "an inspirational individual", the director of her Childline helpline says.

Swiss glaciers suffer 'disastrous' year of ice loss, threatening water supplies
Scientists say such rapid melting is no longer surprising given the pace of climate change.

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Breast Cancer Scandal: Exposing the Harm
BBC Health correspondent Sharon Barbour investigates a deepening breast cancer scandal.

Ranking the best British football exports this century
From David Beckham and Gareth Bale to Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, who are the best British exports this century?

Nine scandals that rocked the sporting world
Manchester City are far from the first. The lure of glory and riches on the biggest stages have tempted plenty of other sports stars to break the rules.

England call up Crane and rest Archer for Pakistan series
Leg-spinner Mason Crane has the chance to play for England for the first time in eight years after being recalled for the one-day international tri-series in Pakistan.

Why penalty for Williamson handball was correct call
Arsenal defender Leah Williamson was at the heart of a bizarre incident in their Women's Champions League draw with Paris FC.

Russell says his 'confidence is back and growing'
George Russell says he "doesn't feel lost any more" as he seeks to end a difficult season on a high and chase down team-mate Kimi Antonelli's championship lead.