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Dozens gather at Capitol in push to increase Wisconsin’s minimum wage
Democrats introduced legislation on Tuesday to raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 per hour, with plans to reach $20 per hour by the year 2030.

Wisconsin still struggling to keep pace with health care demand despite workforce growth, report finds
Vacancy rates are still more than double pre-pandemic levels and aging populations continue to grow.

Quick hitting light snow then turning colder
Minor snow accumulation is expected around the state.

Wisconsin schools, teachers file lawsuit against GOP-led Legislature seeking more funding
The lawsuit announced on Tuesday asks the court to adopt a new school finance system that meets the needs of districts.

Texas grand jury declines to indict former NBA player Patrick Beverley in assault case
The grand jury on Monday declined to indict Beverley on one count of assault of a family member. Beverley had been free on a $40,000 bond.

Selma-to-Montgomery march
During one of the most trying times in America, the Southeast's weather did not help the ongoing battle for justice.

Harley-Davidson pumps brakes on Homecoming festival this year
The company said it will instead be rolled into milestone celebrations for the brand going forward.

Robert Carradine, 'Revenge of the Nerds' and 'Lizzie McGuire' star, dies at 71
His family says he died by suicide. In a statement shared on Tuesday, his family said he lived with bipolar disorder for two decades.

'I never thought that it would be four years': Ukrainians living in Wisconsin mark anniversary of war
For Ukrainians living in Wisconsin, every anniversary of Russia’s invasion reignites their commitment to support their homeland.

Everyday Hero: Monroe nurse stitches blankets for sick kids
The handmade blankets helped reduce fear and anxiety for hospitalized children.

Sturgeon spearing ends early for first time in 11 years
Monday was the last day for spearers on Lake Winnebago to try to harvest a lake sturgeon.

Wisconsinites stuck in Mexico after cartel leader killed
A couple from Pewaukee and travel agents are scrambling to figure the situation out.

‘It’s finally over’: Zeamer family’s emotional journey to get Gail’s Law passed
Gail’s Law is named after Gail Zeamer, a Neenah woman who died from breast cancer in 2024.

Wisconsin begins to bet big on fusion energy
WEDC backs new Fusion Energy Coalition with $778,000 grant.

Kenosha, Milwaukee county executives in Washington, D.C. to meet with lawmakers
The National Counties Association legislative conference allows local leaders to make connections on Capitol Hill and advocate for project funding.

Lake Geneva Mayor Todd Krause shares vision for Hillmoor Property, Highway 50 construction
One substantial project in the works is the transformation of an approximately 230-acre site bought by the city.

Milwaukee’s Pabst Theater recognized by Billboard as 2026 Top Music Venue
The theater was recognized as a “Local Favorite” and was one of 28 places around the world on the list.

Why a lack of support is stalling a Wisconsin Senate vote to reauthorize the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program
Last week, a pared-down proposal to reauthorize the program, which was scheduled for a vote, was removed from the calendar and sent back to committee.

City of Milwaukee files federal class-action lawsuit against fire truck companies over costs
The lawsuit accuses several fire truck companies of conspiring to suppress the supply and raise the prices of fire trucks sold throughout the U.S.

'Music is for everyone': Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra encourages students to pursue music through live concerts
For the past 25 years, the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra has performed live concerts for schools throughout Walworth County.

World News

Mandelson's lawyers say he was arrested over 'baseless' claim he was a flight risk
The peer's lawyers say there is no truth in the suggestion he was planning to leave the UK.

Andrew 'rude and arrogant', minister says as MPs back release of trade role files
The former prince travelled the globe as the UK's trade representative between 2001 and 2011.

Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders
Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.

BBC edited a second racial slur out of Bafta ceremony
The BBC's chief content officer Kate Phillips says a slur that aired was the result of a genuine error.

Man 'caused wife's death by controlling her', jury told
Christopher Trybus denies the manslaughter of his wife Tarryn Baird who took her own life in 2017.

GPs told to guarantee same-day appointments for urgent cases
New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.

'I wanted to save her life' - the moment twin sisters learned they were identical
The surprise discovery meant Grace Leggett could not be a stem cell donor for her sister Caitlin.

UK temperatures expected to reach 18C after rainy start to 2026
How high will temperatures reach and how long will stay mild? Darren Bett has the details.

Nancy Guthrie's family offers $1m reward to bring home missing mother
Fighting back tears, the missing woman's NBC host daughter says they accept she may be dead.

Driver admits causing death of mother pushing pram
Rebecca Ableman was struck on the head by crane equipment dangling from a lorry, a court hears.

Phillipson defends student loan change and says average repayments will rise by £8 a month
Some graduates in England say "punishing" student loan repayments have led them to cut their hours at work.

Reform by-election activist suspended over posts
Adam Mitula, who has been campaigning ahead of the Gorton and Denton by-election, made the posts on X.

Ukraine remembers its dead as war enters a fifth year
Events were held across Ukraine to mark four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion.

'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders
The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.

Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat
This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured

Trump to address a changed America at vital moment for his presidency
Few of Donald Trump’s speeches to Congress have had as much riding on them as the one on Tuesday night.

Threat of further violence looms after Mexican cartel rampage
The BBC speaks to Guadalajara residents days after cartel members sought to avenge the killing of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera.

Rose Wylie: The 91-year-old art world rebel in her prime
The artist is the first female British painter to have a show in the main galleries of the Royal Academy.

MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition
In the Commons, MPs shared their personal experiences of meeting the former prince – all of them were resoundingly negative.

'Snoop Dogg performed private gig in our canteen'
The US rapper performed back to back classics, ahead of attending his first Swansea City game.

Man admits stealing Fabergé egg and watch worth £2m
Enzo Conticello stole a handbag, containing the items, in Soho, Southwark Crown Court hears.

BBL death investigation dropped after suspect dies
Mum-of-five Alice Webb died in 2024 after becoming unwell following cosmetic treatment.

Court backlog will continue to rise even with new reforms, Lammy says
The justice secretary says every crown court in England and Wales will be funded to hear as many cases as possible next year.

Government relaunches green payment scheme for farmers after sudden closures
Long-awaited detail of funding for environmental farming schemes is announced at the NFU conference.

Inaction on warrant a 'serious failure' before Nottingham attacks, says police chief
Valdo Calocane killed three people and seriously injured three others in Nottingham on 13 June 2023.

Mexico hunts 23 inmates sprung from jail during wave of violence
The prisoners escaped from a jail in Puerto Vallarta after armed men rammed one of the gates.

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The David Lammy Interview
Adam and Chris speak to the Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary.

A Woman's Hour and SEND in the Spotlight special
We hear from a range of voices on the impact of the government's SEND reforms in England.

'The day Brook showed he is an England leader'
After an immature winter, Harry Brook's mature and majestic century against Pakistan proved he is England's leader for the future, writes Matthew Henry.

'It would be catastrophic' - are Spurs too big to go down?
Tottenham's heavy north London derby defeat against Arsenal on Sunday just confirmed what everyone already knew - Igor Tudor's team are in serious trouble. BBC Sport assesses their precarious situation, what relegation might bring and asks if they are too big to go down?