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Chesney the kangaroo scales tall fence and flees petting zoo for three days on the lam
The young marsupial was spooked by stray dogs and went on the run last week.

State Supreme Court debate rescheduled to April 2
The original debate had been postponed after candidate Chris Taylor came down with kidney stones.

After fatal on-duty shooting, a Wisconsin officer spent 6 years battling mental health. Now he’s helping others heal
Adam Meyers said he ended up losing his job after being diagnosed with PTSD and being deemed “unfit for duty.” He took a year to seek help and heal.

Filmmakers hopeful tax credits will bring more work to Wisconsin
Wisconsin's film tax credits began last month.

Now Hiring: Woof Gang Middleton brings paw-some jobs, perks
Dog lovers wanted at new Middleton shop, particularly groomers.

Wisconsin men’s hockey advances to Frozen Four, a first in 16 years
Senior captain Ben Dexheimer had the winning shot 24 seconds into overtime, putting Wisconsin on top 4-3 to overcome Michigan State.

Wisconsin small businesses square off with higher energy prices
About 80% of small businesses nationwide say they’re feeling the effect of higher energy prices.

Daytime sun and warmth to evening thunderstorms
A few in southern Wisconsin may approach record highs before evening thunderstorms.

Christian Yelich homers to cap a 6-run rally in the 8th inning as Brewers beat White Sox 9-7
Milwaukee fell behind 7-2 in the first three innings before coming all the way back.

Brewers season brings boost to businesses
The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their earliest Opening Day in franchise history.

Wisconsin prepares for spring election cycle as early voting begins
Turnout is expected to be lower than last year, but early voting remains popular.

'I want every child to have a bright future': Wisconsin nonprofit club raises awareness for child abuse victims
The club planted pinwheels ahead of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Preserving oak and pine barrens in Wisconsin
The Central Sands Region, in the middle of the state, is a more than 3,000-square-mile ecological landscape characterized by oak and pine barrens.

TSA agents will soon be paid but it may not mean immediate relief at airport security lines
With spring break in full swing, airline passengers continued to wait it out at major U.S. airports...

Pope Leo XIV rejects claims that God justifies war in Palm Sunday Mass message
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday rejected claims that God justifies war, as he prayed especially for Christians in the Middle East during a Palm Sunday Mass...

In Focus: Moms Clean Air Force advocates for environmental issues in Wisconsin
Jayne Black, a Wisconsin field organizer for the group Moms Clean Air Force, shares how she got involved.

In Focus: Sen. Tammy Baldwin talks about her legislative efforts to help Great Lakes
This week on “In Focus,” we honor and celebrate Women’s History Month.

In Focus: UW-Madison professor shares how sustainability shapes the future
Dr. Cathy Middlecamp is professor emerita at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies.

Spotlighting sustainable futures for Women's History Month
Ryan Burk talks with several pioneers, trailblazers and women who have had a hand in shaping the future. 

'No Kings' protest returns to Madison
After two separate events last year, the nationwide "No Kings" movement was back in the Badger State Saturday.

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Scott Mills sacked from BBC Radio 2 after allegations over 'historic relationship'
He's not hosted his show since Tuesday and the BBC said he is 'no longer contracted to work' there.

'I dread the phone ringing': Inside the kennels responding to vicious XL bully attacks
Staff tell Panorama the aggression levels of the dangerous dogs they help to seize are rising.

Travelodge investigating more reports of strangers accessing rooms, says CEO
Jo Boydell says the hotel is carrying out a review after guests reported people entering their rooms.

Easter bank holiday weekend set to be busiest on roads in four years
The bank holiday weekend is set to see the busiest roads since Easter 2022, despite rising fuel cost fears.

Why is Nasa going back to the Moon?
From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.

Cardiff City damages claim over Emiliano Sala death dismissed
The club, which was claiming £104m in compensation, will now have to fork out about £400,000.

Sophie Turner injury halts filming on Tomb Raider TV show
Filming on the Prime Video series is paused "as a precaution" while the Game of Thrones star recovers.

Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations
A UK Foreign Office spokesman accused Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats".

Arnold Schwarzenegger awarded honorary degree in Belfast
Film star and politician recognised for his contributions to public service, environmental advocacy, and the arts.

Government must do more to help detained Brits in UAE, advocacy group says
The UK Foreign Office says it is giving consular assistance to "a small number of British nationals" that have been detained there after allegedly taking pictures of Iranian attacks.

How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island
Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices
Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.

What was the 1970s oil crisis, and are we heading for something worse?
While both crises involve oil, experts say there are some important differences between what happened in the 1970s and today.

Photos show heavily damaged US radar jet at Saudi base
US Central Command has not yet publicly commented on the incident.

Meet the primary school pupils teaching speeders a lesson at Kids Court
Drivers caught going too fast on a rural road near a school are opting to face a class of children instead of taking penalty points.

I turned down MMA fighter on a night out - so he punched me
Anne Marie Boyle suffered a brain injury and subsequent seizures which led to her losing her business, her ability to drive and her confidence.

Harry Potter star Paapa Essiedu hopes his TV drama Babies will break pregnancy loss silence
The BBC drama follows a couple in their 30s trying for a baby and navigating the complexities of pregnancy loss.

Sinner raises Alcaraz stakes with historic 'Sunshine Double'
Jannik Sinner creating history by adding the Miami Open title to his Indian Wells win will not be lost on world number one Carlos Alcaraz.

How will car finance compensation payments work?
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.

Could weather conditions stop the Artemis launch?
Artemis II is close to launch - Simon King explains the critical importance of the weather to its success.

Why Kris Jenner's picture has become a good luck charm on Chinese social media
Hundreds of thousands of posts have been shared in the past three days as users hope for prosperity

Partner of Scottish crime boss Steven Lyons arrested in Dubai
Amanda Lyons was held over offences alleged to have been committed in Spain.

Lifeguard rescues doubled last year, says RNLI
Better weather and more people staying in the UK for their holidays are cited as reasons for the jump in rescues.

Two hurt in Derby car incident released from hospital
Police have been given more time to question a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Bananas galore in Orkney after store orders 38,000 by mistake
An ordering glitch has left Tesco in Kirkwall giving away boxes of the fruit for free to schools and community groups.

Australian fugitive shot dead by police after seven months on the run
Dezi Freeman allegedly shot dead two police officers in the small Victorian town of Porepunkah in August.

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Why Josh Simons Resigned From Government
The former minister says he’d been ‘naive’ and is ‘sorry’ over journalist investigation.

What is RFK doing to vaccines for children in America?
Trump’s Health Secretary hits a major setback to “Make America Healthy Again”

De Zerbi in advanced talks to become Spurs manager
Tottenham Hotspur enter into advanced talks with Roberto de Zerbi, with the former Brighton manager now willing to take charge immediately, according to sources.

Tuchel not angry over England withdrawals
England manager Thomas Tuchel says he is not disappointed with the players who have pulled out of the squad for Tuesday's friendly against Japan.

Broken glass makes Horner return difficult - Wolff
A return to Formula 1 will be difficult for former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner because he has "broken quite a lot of glass", says ex-Mercedes rival Toto Wolff.