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Dennis Krause Blog: Harlan left a legacy with the Packers
Bob Harlan was one of the most important figures in the long and rich history of the Green Bay Packers.

Experts warn of surge in AI-generated misinformation amid Iran war
Experts warn about AI-generated content spreading false information about the war in Iran.

Longtime Green Bay Packers President and CEO Bob Harlan dies at 89
Harlan joined the Packers organization in 1971 and was elected President and CEO in 1989 where he served until he retired in 2008.

New study shows state funding the best way to support child care providers
The report spotlights Wisconsin's first-ever state funded child care program called 'Get Kids Ready'.

Gouda from the Netherlands takes top prize at World Championship Cheese Contest
Thousands of entries were tasted and judged by experts from around the world, and right here in Wisconsin.

Great Lakes mayors gather in Washington, D.C. to discuss trade, water infrastructure
Two mayors from Wisconsin—Cavalier Johnson of Milwaukee and Ryan Sorenson of Sheboygan—were part of the cohort.

More than 20 states sue over new tariffs Trump levied after Supreme Court ruling
The legal challenge argues that President Donald Trump’s use of Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 is unlawful.

Friday may bring the first severe storm event of the season
We'll see two rounds of rain and storms Friday. The first comes through during the morning and early afternoon.

Cloudy and foggy weather leads up to a stormy Friday
Fog remains stubborn in spots ahead of an active end to the week.

Why are clocks set forward in spring? Thank wars, confusion and a hunger for sunlight
Most Americans will set their clocks forward by one hour this weekend.

Report: Wisconsin high school graduation rates show improvement
Despite improvement across the board, there are still disparities among districts and race.

Wisconsin man accused of setting fire to congressman’s office sentenced to 7 years in prison
The 20-year-old Menasha man said he had set the fire because he was upset over the federal TikTok ban at the time.

After serving as a haven for the LGBTQ+ community, This Is It! bar gets historic status
The oldest continually operating gay bar in Wisconsin closed last year and becomes the second LGBTQ landmark to be recognized by the state.

Lombardi Brewing Company scores a touchdown in new U.S. brewery rankings
Lombardi Brewing Company, which opened last September, took fourth place in USA Today’s Reader’s Choice “10 Best New Breweries in the U.S.”

Wisconsin man killed after fleeing Border Patrol checkpoint in Texas
According to Texas officials, James Douglas McMillan of Greenfield, Wis. fled after a Border Patrol Drug K-9 was alerted to the vehicle.

'The price has to come down': Truckers face pressure as fuel prices rise
Diesel prices broke $4 for the first time in two years.

Wisconsinite with former eating disorder says new food guidelines are 'triggering'
Jordan Kernen is in eating disorder recovery. Here's why she said the new food guidelines are alarming to her.

Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz dies at 89
Holtz died while surrounded by family members in Orlando.

Marcus Center unveils largest Broadway lineup in its history for 2026-27 season
Here's a look at what shows are coming to the big stage, from returning classics to new favorites.

Student arrested after potential threat led to digital learning day for Neenah Middle School
The school district said there was never an actual threat to students or staff and the individual is now in custody.

World News

First UK government flight from Middle East lands at Stansted Airport
The plane was due to leave Oman on Wednesday but remained grounded due to problems getting passengers on board.

PM stands by decision not to join strikes on Iran and sends more jets to Qatar
The PM said the best way forward was a "negotiated settlement with Iran where they give up their nuclear ambitions".

'This is war': BBC speaks to Iranians at border
Iranians fleeing their country have told the BBC what life under bombardment has been like.

Iran's high-risk war strategy seems to centre on endurance and deterrence
Tehran's approach appears to rest on a belief it can absorb strikes longer than its adversaries sustain pain and costs, writes BBC Persian's Amir Azimi.

'I'm still haunted that he died alone': The last voices of the Covid inquiry
Bereaved families have the final say as the Covid inquiry completes four years of public hearings.

Sheep are disappearing from the UK's hills - and its dinner plates
Have we have passed "peak sheep" in the UK?

US and Venezuela agree to resume diplomatic ties after Maduro capture
The US said the two sides would make joint efforts to promote stability after the US seized Maduro and his wife.

Travelodge staff gave sex attacker key to woman's room, then offered £30 refund
The woman, who woke to find Kyran Smith sexually assaulting her, branded a £30 reward offer "insulting".

'Who's better, him or Pele?': Trump meets Messi at White House
Lionel Messi, owner Jorge Mas, and members of the Inter Miami team visited the White House to celebrate last year's Major League Soccer Cup victory.

Labour MP 'voluntarily suspends herself' after husband arrested in China spy probe
Joani Reid said she had temporarily stood down from the party after her husband was arrested on suspicion of spying for China.

TfL hack in 2024 affected around 10 million people, BBC can reveal
TfL insists it has "kept customers informed throughout this incident and will continue to take all necessary action".

Cillian Murphy hails 'humbling' love for Peaky Blinders as film is released
The Oscar-winning actor returns to play gangster Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man.

Weekly quiz: How much will a Spice Girls commemorative coin cost?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

What happens when at the Winter Paralympics?
Your guide to what's happening and when and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina.

The Papers: 'PM vows to shield Brits' and 'Panic in Dubai'
Many of the papers have continued to focus on Sir Keir Starmer's response to conflict in the Middle East.

Where and when is the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest taking place?
The 70th Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Vienna after Austrian singer JJ won the 2025 event.

'We have been preparing': Why the boots on the ground in Iran could be Kurdish
Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq tell the BBC they have plans to cross the border but deny already doing so.

Iran school and nearby military base struck multiple times, satellite image reveals
Iranian authorities say the attack, which took place on Saturday, killed 168 people.

Israel strikes Beirut after evacuation warning sparks panic
Huge traffic jams form after the unprecedented warning for people to leave the Hezbollah stronghold, as Israel steps up its strikes across Lebanon.

Israelis back war with Iran despite uncertainty and fatigue
Israelis broadly support the US-Israeli military campaign with Iran, even if they are tired of air raid alerts and constant upheaval.

Starmer tries to reassure as Iran crisis deepens
The PM acknowledged people are worried about family abroad, the economy, and potential further escalation.

Timelapse shows change in the flow of ships in the Strait of Hormuz
A timelapse of marine traffic shows the flow of ships has decreased in the Strait of Hormuz.

US asked Ukraine for help fighting Iranian drones, Zelensky says
Ukraine's president says Kyiv will only help if doing so does not deplete its own air defences.

In maps: Six days of strikes across the Middle East
Israel has continued strikes across Iran and Lebanon as Donald Trump warns action could continue for weeks

Failed asylum seeker families to be offered up to £40k to leave UK
The home secretary says the "incentives" will deliver a "significant saving to the taxpayer".

Britney Spears arrested in California on suspicion of driving under the influence
The singer was arrested by the California Highway Patrol at around 21:30 PT (05:30 GMT) on Wednesday.

UK firms pull fixed energy deals as Iran war pushes up prices
Data suggests the number of fixed-term deals has more than halved as prices for wholesale energy surge.

Rabies death could change disease notification period
Doctors treating Yvonne Ford struggled to diagnose her before being told about holiday dog scratch.

Savannah Guthrie plans return to NBC as search for missing mother continues
The Today programme host visited her colleagues in the office on Thursday, nearly five weeks since her mother disappeared.

No UK government ministers to attend Paralympic ceremonies
No UK government ministers or officials will attend the Winter Paralympics opening and closing ceremonies after Russian and Belarusian athletes were invited to compete under their national flags.

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The Decline of Marriage: Why We Need to Prioritise Family Life
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