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Rogers Behavioral Health to open new behavioral health hospital in Chippewa Falls
Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill allocating $10 million in state funding for the Rogers campus on Tuesday.

Winneconne first responders rescue a deer in trouble
The Winneconne Police Department shared on social media that a deer got stuck in the river Tuesday.

Milwaukee County leaders work to fight food insecurity
Milwaukee County leaders discussed food insecurity and plans to ensure everyone can get healthy food, regardless of personal circumstances.

Wisconsin judge refuses to step aside as requested by former Trump attorney
The judge also refused to cancel a Monday preliminary hearing for Trump's former attorney.

Milwaukee crews work to keep roadways safe during winter weather
Milwaukee DPW is battling leaf and garbage collection along with treating and taking care of the roads, all at the same time.

'Good luck paying for your Band-Aid': Wisconsin lawmakers split on President Trump’s HSA proposal
Republicans on Capitol Hill have so far failed to rally behind a legislative proposal to lower health care costs.

2 lawsuits look to redraw Wisconsin's congressional maps
The lawsuits will be heard by separate three-judge panels.

Fear rises in Somali American communities in Wisconsin
A Somali American calls for unity as the community faces fallout from president’s comments.

More snow and Arctic air ahead for Wisconsin this week
A disruptive winter storm is ahead Tuesday and Wednesday with temperatures plummeting by the weekend.

Snow and a wintry mix impact the state
Heavy snow is possible in some areas.

New law requires drivers to move over, slow down for disabled vehicles on side of road
Gov. Tony Evers signed into law the expansion of the Move Over law on Tuesday.

5 Wisconsin hospitals recognized in 2026 Maternity Care Access Hospitals list
Hospitals in Berlin, Hayward, Marinette, Marshfield and Shawano were featured on the list by U.S. News & World Report.

Poultry flock in Marquette County dies from bird flu
All 38 of the backyard birds died due to contracting the disease.

Yorkville ‘not interested’ in backup data center
Developer Ken Nelson shared the update in a text with Spectrum News 1 on Tuesday morning following a community discussion.

'It has been tough out here': Amid rising costs and tariffs, several Milwaukee businesses announce plans to shutter
Some also took to social media with a plea to the community for help as they struggle to stay afloat.

'They’re cutting medication in half': Seniors anxious as government programs remain in limbo
The Trump administration has threatened Wisconsin that the USDA will withhold payments for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

The annual Holiday Train is comin’ to town this December. Here’s where you can see it
It'll be in Wisconsin from Dec. 9-11, making stops in a handful of cities and towns.

Everyday Heroes: Pop-up porches offer free food and clothing to help stretch holiday dollars
A community front porch started at Alyssa Queensberry’s home about a year ago; Now, she teams up with local businesses to expand her reach.

Former Trump aides allege judicial misconduct in Wisconsin fake elector case
Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020 but fought to have the defeat overturned. He won the state in both 2016 and 2024.

World News

Sperm from donor with cancer-causing gene was used to conceive almost 200 children
Some children have already died and only a minority who inherit the mutation will escape cancer in their lifetimes.

Madeleine McCann's father tells BBC how his family was hounded by press
Gerry McCann, whose daughter vanished in 2007, tells the BBC he believes politicians fear the media.

Ukraine 'ready for elections' if partners guarantee security, Zelensky says
He was speaking after US President Donald Trump repeated claims Kyiv was "using war" to avoid elections.

How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow
In the event of a war, one expert suggests the British Army could be incapable of fighting effectively on land within weeks, once committed - though 'much depends on the form of the conflict'.

'It's insulting they think we can't handle it': The Australian teens banned from social media
Millions of Australian teens will no longer be allowed to use social media. Who wins and who loses out?

Knife threats and racial abuse all in a day's work, say bus drivers
The BBC has spoken to passengers, transport staff and bus drivers about a growing national trend of antisocial behaviour on public transport.

French far-right leader tells BBC he shares US warnings on Europe 'for most part'
The US's new National Security Strategy suggests Europe is facing "civilisational erasure".

Humans cuddle up to meerkats in the monogamy rankings
When it comes to monogamy, humans more closely resemble meerkats and beavers than our primate cousins.

Major talks to begin on how European human rights laws handle migration cases
Sir Keir Starmer calls for European reforms to make protecting borders easier.

People spending even more time online now than during the pandemic
The survey found people in the UK spent on average four hours and 30 minutes online every day in 2025

'What's your name?' - Moment police confront Luigi Mangione at McDonald's
Prosecutors have released bodycam footage showing the initial interaction between officers and the suspected CEO killer.

Man who grabbed Ariana Grande kicked out of Lady Gaga concert
The incident in Australia comes after the man was jailed for nine days and deported from Singapore for public nuisance.

Kate Winslet says her family never watch The Holiday
The Oscar-winning star says watching herself on screen is "an excruciating experience."

Scotland fans spend thousands to realise World Cup dream
Tartan Army foot soldiers have shelled out for flights, pre-booked hotels and are now turning their attention to match tickets.

Watch: Moment Australian teens unable to access accounts
Teenagers affected by Australia's under-16 social media ban showed the BBC what happened when they tried to access their accounts.

The Papers: Trump says Europe 'weak' and 'faithful servant' Winkleman
The US president has attacked Europe, with his comments splashed across a number of Wednesday's front pages.

Biggest rule change ever and Brit teen - what's new in Formula 1 in 2026?
BBC Sport runs down the key things to look out for in the 2026 season, including fresh regulations, a new team and a British rookie joining the grid.

Artist Nnena Kalu earns 'historic' Turner Prize win
Kalu wins for her sculptures and drawings, becoming the first learning disabled artist to scoop the award.

UK asylum system hit by inefficiencies and wasted funds, watchdog finds
In a new analysis, the National Audit Office finds “reactive” government policies moved problems elsewhere.

Thousands of flood defences below standard as Storm Bram hit
A BBC study lays bare the scale of flood defences in England that are in need of maintenance.

Hundreds of youth centres planned to reach 'isolated' generation
The government sets aside £500m it says is needed to revive services aimed at disconnected teens and young adults.

Iain Douglas-Hamilton, pioneering elephant conservationist, dies aged 83
His groundbreaking field research was instrumental in banning the international ivory trade and protecting elephants from poachers.

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Where Did The Covid Fraud Cash Go?
Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report says.

Will a social media ban for Australian teens work?
The world’s first social media ban for under 16’s starts this week – will it succeed?

The man behind the headlines - Salah, by Klopp, Diaz and more
BBC Sport explores Mohamed Salah's personality with help from the people who know him best.

Sledged on the beach - England's break in Noosa
England can not escape Australian sledging on their break from the Ashes series in the beach town of Noosa.

Biggest rule change ever and Brit teen - what's new in F1 in 2026?
BBC Sport runs down the key things to look out for in the 2026 season, including fresh regulations, a new team and a British rookie joining the grid.

Would Liverpool have got 'soft' penalty in Premier League?
Liverpool's late winner at Inter Milan in the Champions League came from a "soft" penalty decision, but would it have been given in the Premier League?

'I was poisoning myself before endurance events'
Ironman world champion Lucy Charles-Barclay believes she was poisoning her body when carb-loading before she knew she was coeliac.

Australia captain Cummins back for third Ashes Test
Pat Cummins, who has not played since July, will captain Australia in the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide next week.