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Childhood vaccination rates in Wisconsin continued to fall last year, data shows
About two-thirds of all children, 66.9%, had the recommended vaccinations at age 24 months, down by almost 2% from 2024.

Iran names Khamenei's son to succeed him, signaling no letup in war
The appointment marked a new sign of defiance by Iran's embattled leadership.

Wisconsin outdoor recreation broke records in 2024, generating $12 billion
The largest area was multi-use apparel and accessories, which had a $1.3 billion impact

State Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler won’t seek re-election in 2027
It paves the way for another open race for a seat on the court.

Packers send edge rusher Rashan Gary to Cowboys, AP source says
Dallas will send a 2027 late-round pick to the Packers.

Grant program encourages home redevelopment in heart of Milwaukee
A new grant fund is meant to encourage new developers.

AI plants roots on some Wisconsin farms
AI utilization can be as simple as using a phone app to identify a weed or rise to the level of working with robotic systems around the farm.

'Back to the Future: The Musical' time travels into Wisconsin for the first time
It'll be at the Overture Center from Tuesday, March 10 to Sunday, March 15.

Jefferson County forms EMS Working Group to find ways to maintain emergency medical services
At least 41% of EMS agencies had days where they couldn’t staff an ambulance, a report shows.

Now Hiring: Sisters expand Luna’s Market to improve access to fresh food
The sisters say their goal is to reflect and serve the diverse neighborhood around them.

Surge of springtime air for Monday
After a spring-like Monday, winter returns for the remainder of the week.

Offensive lineman Sean Rhyan agrees to extension with Packers, AP source says
This move comes just before Ryan could have entered unrestricted free agency.

Paolo Banchero leads Magic to easy 130-91 win over Bucks as Giannis Antetokounmpo sits
The Bucks are 11th in the East, 4 1/2 games behind 10th-place Charlotte, and face a difficult path.

'Thank you for all your prayers and support': Church members return home safely after Israel trip
A church group from southeast Wisconsin returned home safely over the weekend, after being stranded in Israel amid the ongoing conflict.

'A great testimony to resilience': Wauwatosa Curling Club hosts first men's invitational since flood
The club was forced to close for almost a month following floods last August.

Paralyzed Veterans of America shares mission to help American heroes
Scott Griffith, vice president and chief operations officer of the Paralyzed Veterans of America - Wisconsin Chapter, shared about several programs.

Iran war's targets widen into civilian infrastructure as Bahrain says water plant hit
The Iran war’s targets widened dangerously into civilian infrastructure Sunday as Bahrain accused Iran of striking one of the desalination plants...

Rueping Lofts project expected to bring more living, commercial space to downtown Fond du Lac
Wisconsin communities of all sizes are seeing increased interest in downtown living.

Police investigate an explosion outside the U.S. Embassy in Oslo
Norwegian police are investigating an explosion outside the U.S. Embassy in Oslo early Sunday, officials said.

In Focus: Advocacy group helps patients navigate billing concerns
Chris Van Haren, who leads A Better Way Health Advocacy, shares why she feels there needs to be more transparency when it comes to hospital pricing.

World News

US missile hit military base near Iran school, video analysis shows
A US Tomahawk missile hit a military base near a primary school in southern Iran where Iranian authorities said 168 people were killed, expert video analysis shows.

Faisal Islam: Oil price spiral may be slowed but not stopped by G7 emergency move
A big intervention is being discussed in the oil markets, but as yet, we do not know how big the problem will be.

Five Iranian footballers 'in Australian safe house' after Asian Cup protest
Concern has grown for team after one critic called them 'wartime traitors' for failing to salute during the Iranian anthem.

How the Iran war may affect your bills and finances
The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

Iranians deeply divided over Mojtaba Khamenei's rise to power
While pro-establishment crowds celebrate Khamenei's appointment as his father's successor, others believe it signals no change to how Iran is ruled.

Passer-by tried to tackle vape shop blaze before inferno
Lamin Kongira told BBC Scotland News he had been walking past when a shopkeeper ran out saying "fire, fire".

SEND reforms to 'strip away' children's legal protections, charity says
Planned changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system in England were announced last month.

King praises Commonwealth at biggest royal gathering since Andrew arrest
A protest by anti-monarchists is staged outside the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey.

Hundreds of teenagers report for duty as Croatia reinstates conscription
Training will cover everything from traditional skills through to drone control and cyberwarfare techniques and countermeasures.

Tributes to 'enormously talented' teenage goalkeeper who died after collapsing on pitch
Amelia Aplin died after collapsing during a game against Fulham in the Junior Premier League.

Police release images of Oslo US embassy explosion suspect
Norwegian police say their investigation so far shows Sunday's blast was caused by an improvised device.

HMS Prince of Wales unlikely to head to the Middle East
It comes after defence sources said the crew had been told they must be ready to leave in five days.

Watch: Why the Iran war is pushing up oil prices
As turmoil continues in the Middle East, the price of crude oil rose to more than $100 a barrel on Monday.

In maps: Ten days of strikes across the Middle East
Israel has continued strikes across Iran and Lebanon and the Iranian regime has carried out more attacks, as the war continues for a tenth day.

Watch: Ukrainian anti-drone 'bullet' that could help defend Gulf
The BBC's Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale, is in Ukraine to see the latest anti-drone technology the country has to offer.

I had to travel 90 miles for care when postpartum psychosis set in
Four days after giving birth, Lizzy Berryman's psychosis forced her to be taken from York to Derby for specialist care.

Paddington first new musical to win nine WhatsOnStage awards in 'record-setting haul'
Other winners at the event included Jonathan Bailey, Rachel Zegler, Amber Davies and Sir Stephen Fry.

Bitter times for cocoa farmers as chocolate market slumps
Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin.

I was sexually assaulted in a crowd. Now I'm developing tech to spot suspicious behaviour
Rosie Richardson wants to shift the onus to self protect away from women and on to the authorities.

Images of face released in bid to solve mystery of man found dead in wetsuit
Detectives hope the new facial reconstruction images will end an 18-month mystery.

Call off King's US visit over Iran, urge Lib Dems
The party says the planned trip should be scrapped after Donald Trump's criticism of the UK's response to the war.

NHS England pauses new prescriptions of cross-sex hormones for under-18s
The health service said young people who already receive the drugs will continue to do so.

Anti-Muslim hatred definition will in 'no way' restrict free speech, says Reed
Concerns have been raised that an "anti-Muslim hostility" definition could create a "chilling effect".

Princess Eugenie steps down from anti-slavery charity
She had been patron of human rights organisation Anti-Slavery International for seven years.

Two deaths reported to drug watchdog over potential link to weight-loss jabs
The reports of the two deaths of a man and a woman were made to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

Bag of cannabis and cash accidentally donated to NZ charity shop
Two teenagers have been arrested after inadvertently leaving the knapsack for staff to find.

Crufts' youngest competitor wows judges - and beats her mum
The youngster and her "best friend" Zeeva - who is twice her age - were 'highly commended'.

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How the Iraq war's legacy shaped the UK's Iran response
And the critisism of it from Donald Trump and Tony Blair.

Iran president apologises for striking neighbours
President says Iran will stop striking Gulf states if no attacks originate from them

Four big calls Borthwick could make to revive England
After three straight defeats and a backline overhaul for the loss to Italy, England head coach Steve Borthwick may make major changes for the trip to France.

Will Wolves pull off the Premier League's greatest escape?
Wolves are bottom of the Premier League, 12 points off safety. But two wins in a row have raised faint hopes that they could survive relegation.