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New Fisher House breaks ground in Middleton for Madison VA veterans
It will offer free stays for Madison VA veterans’ families, expanding support during treatment starting in 2027.

Grab the coat Friday
Feeling cooler Friday with highs only in the 40s.

Great weekend to spend time outdoors
Sunshine returns with highs in the 40s and 50s.

Jordan Love, Drake Maye represent new era in Packers-Patriots matchup
The Green Bay Packers and New England Patriots don’t play each other that often.

Vandals break windows, light truck on fire at Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin is cleaning up after vandals damaged its Madison distribution center early Wednesday.

Milwaukee Public Schools to rebid Lincoln Avenue School demolition
MPS is tearing down the historic Lincoln Avenue School after a fire left it beyond repair.

Milwaukee County Board approves 2027 budget after $4.56 million error
Milwaukee County supervisors approved the 2027 budget after a $4.56 million error, calling for a report on how to prevent another mistake.

District Administrator of Union Grove Union High School charged for alleged child porn possession
According to a criminal complaint, Racine County Sheriff’s Office received an anonymous letter about Johnson that led to an investigation.

Democrats poised to take complete control of state government. What comes next?
Questions still remain over how the Democratic party will handle its first legislative trifecta in more than 15 years.

3 finalists named for UW-Madison chancellor position
They will all be interviewed and then partake in separate public forums next week.

Loyalty to President Trump was the downfall for 2 Wisconsin Republicans
In the end, they couldn’t shy away from their voting records.

Bay View street takeover raises questions about Milwaukee police staffing
A street takeover is renewing questions about Milwaukee police staffing after records showed two officers responded before the crowd dispersed.

Fond du Lac teen could face charges after alleged online threats
A tip came in from someone who was concerned after online interactions with the teenager, police said.

Wisconsin DHS says most measles cases are in Amish and Mennonite communities, recommends early vaccine for some infants
DHS said these communities are close-knit and have low vaccination rates.

Additional remains belonging to Sade Robinson found along Lake Michigan shoreline
A pedestrian found Robinson’s jaw and teeth at Sheridan Park on Friday.

First measles death reported in Wisconsin this year as cases surpass 400
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported the first death from the measles outbreak.

Packers receiver Christian Watson says he can play through broken rib
Packers receiver Christian Watson says he can play through a broken rib after leaving Lambeau Field by ambulance, as Green Bay heads to New England.

Cudahy High School closed today following social media threat
During the investigation, Cudahy police determined the threat originated from a student in Tucson, Arizona.

Flip your ceiling fan to keep rooms warmer this winter
Now that it's cooling down, it's time to switch the direction of your ceiling fan to optimize warm air.

Moraine Park Technical College aims to build Wisconsin’s workforce
According to a UW-Madison report, the state averaged 93,099 more monthly job openings than job seekers from Jan. 2021 through Feb. 2025.

World News

Met chief says he wouldn't be surprised if more allegations made about Brand after rape conviction
Sir Mark Rowley tells the BBC that what he heard reported from Brand's trial came close to "victim blaming".

Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction
The comedian had previously spoken about an unnamed "predator" in the entertainment industry.

Did a data centre revolt affect the US midterm election results?
BBC Verify examines whether US voters were influenced by the data centre boom - and the impact anti-AI sentiment could have on the industry.

'Misleading' student loans information left out examples of higher-salary repayments
The Treasury Committee chair says she is "shocked" after one university compared repayments to the price of coffee.

Firms should publish salaries in job adverts ahead of new law, says PM
The government argues the change will help jobseekers and could help to prevent pay discrimination.

Two Gloucester schools in lockdown after boy hurt in incident
Armed police are on the scene in Tuffley - police say pupils are safe within school grounds.

How unprecedented changes to the polar vortex may impact the UK's weather
An unprecedented early weakening of the polar vortex is causing uncertainty amongst experts over the impact it will have on UK weather as Simon King explains.

Tube drivers to stage strikes in Christmas run-up
The union is in dispute with London Underground over working arrangements for drivers.

Trump signs order to preserve Oval Office as national monument
The order comes after Trump made a series of big changes to the decor of the Oval Office and tore down the White House East Wing.

Train worker recalls repelling Huntingdon attacker with frying pan
Samir Zitouni used a frying pan against train attacker Anthony Williams, jurors hear.

'Clicky Ponting' cheating scandal cricketer banned from sport for two years
An amateur cricketer is banned for two years for his role in the ‘Clicky Ponting’ cheating scandal that made headlines across the globe.

How 2000s lad culture helped Russell Brand to hide in plain sight
The behaviour that formed the backdrop to Brand's prosecution also helped elevate him, writes the BBC's media editor Katie Razzall.

Thatcher's Right to Buy created a generation of homeowners - did it also fuel the housing crisis?
Labour is weakening Margaret Thatcher's landmark housing policy. Will it really fix Britain's social housing woes?

'We had no idea how ill she was': Bono on recording Dolly Parton's last song
The rock group discuss Parton's final recording before her death, and why they refuse to be censored on stage.

Weekly quiz: How did Rice Krispies lose their snap, crackle and pop?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Major construction ongoing near Iran missile bases, satellite images suggest
Evidence of digging and new buildings are visible in satellite imagery taken in November, satellite images suggest.

Tempted by snacks before bed? Here's why - and what you can do about it
There are biological reasons why you may reach for sweet treats before bed, but you can change the habit.

'I was asked if I was a crier': Your worst job interviews revealed
Bad job interviews can be horrible to experience in the moment, but there is a lot they can teach us about the world of work

Man investigated for leaving 17-year-old on Germany's highest mountain
The teenager was eventually rescued on Zugspitze and has since been discharged from hospital.

Homes and temples glow across India as Diwali celebrations begin
Millions of Indians will mark the festival of lights with glowing lamps, fireworks and traditional sweets

Some media outlets evacuated after bomb threats
Gardaí say they are "aware of a threat made against media organisations here and in Europe".

Childminder who left more than 20 children alone in her home jailed
Amanda Mathewson was caught neglecting children at her home in Dunfermline after being spied on by parents.

Elon Musk appears to signal the end of the road for Cybertruck
Musk said it was to make room for production of its Cybercabs - autonomous taxis without a driver.

Two dead after bus crashes in France, officials say
One child and one young adult were killed in the crash, local authorities say, with more injured.

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Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet and Hugh Grant star in a 1995 adaptation
Elinor and Marianne Dashwood are thrown into sudden hardship on the death of their father.

Palmer misses too many chances to impress - Tuchel
England manager Thomas Tuchel says Cole Palmer "misses too many chances to impress" after not selecting the Chelsea forward for November's Nations League fixtures.

Fly-half Smith fit to steer England against Wallabies
Fly-half Fin Smith recovers from a calf injury to steer England in their opening Test of the autumn against Australia on Sunday.

Newcastle's Dedic stopped by police after being spotted with bow and arrows
Newcastle United defender Amar Dedic is at the centre of a police investigation after being spotted carrying a bow and arrows at a Northumberland beauty spot.

Has Anderson lived up to the hype after Man City move?
As Elliot Anderson returns to Nottingham Forest after his £116m move to Manchester City, has he lived up to the price tag?

McIlroy fires 63 to move into Abu Dhabi contention
Rory McIlroy recovers from the setback of being penalised two shots in his opening round at the Abu Dhabi Championship by firing 11 birdies in a nine-under-par 63 in round two on Friday.