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Live updates: Crawford defeats Schimel in most expensive judicial race in history
Follow along with live updates from polling sites as voters decide on an open state Supreme Court seat, state superintendent and more.

Escaped otter is home safe but zoo says her pal is still on the loose
Ophelia the escaped zoo otter is back home but Louie remains elusive — perhaps in search of a mate.

Recent Wisconsin Policy study looks at how Milwaukee education could improve
A Wisconsin Policy Forum study looks at why Milwaukee's education continues to score low and what it could do differently.

Now Hiring: Madison bricklaying business expands for spring, summer demand
Marvin’s Brickpavers is expanding its team to meet high demand this spring and summer.

More swerves hit Wall Street as Trump’s 'Liberation Day' nears
Uncertainty is still high about just what President Donald Trump will announce about tariffs.

Wisconsin executive chef to compete on 'Morimoto’s Sushi Master'
Jason Morimoto, who has worked at Screaming Tuna for about 14 years, will compete alongside seven other sushi chefs in the six-episode season.

Everyday Hero: Sauk County woman makes a difference for the homeless
Michele Feld, a retired speech pathologist, dedicates her time as a volunteer at Pathway Home.

Comedian responds to White House Correspondents' Association canceling performance at annual dinner
Last week, a White House official criticized the WHCA’s choice of comedian for this year's dinner, which comes amid strained relations.

Another powerful spring storm arrives tonight
Snow, freezing rain, rain and severe thunderstorms are all possible.

The Beatles biopics cast revealed: Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn and Harris Dickinson
Director Sam Mendes said all four films will premiere April 2028, calling it the “first binge-able theatrical experience.”

Thousands still without power in northern Wisconsin after ice storm
Wisconsin Public Service's outage map still shows over 30,000 without power.

ALCS shooting victim who was still in hospital back in ‘critical condition’
UW Health said the student, who had been in "good" condition, was now back to critical status.

'JFK' director Oliver Stone to testify to Congress about the newly released assassination files
Stone's 1991 film “JFK” portrayed the Kennedy assassination in Dallas in 1963 as the work of a shadowy government conspiracy.

Judge Susan Crawford on why she’s running for state Supreme Court: ‘I really want to be there to do justice for all Wisconsinites’
With one week to go until election day, the Dane County Circuit Court judge is making a statewide blitz with the hopes of building support.

‘We have to restore objectivity to the court’: Judge Brad Schimel makes pitch to voters in final days of state Supreme Court race
With the election less than a week away, that means new TV ads and a whole lot of travel around the state for Schimel.

Wisconsin’s most expensive state superintendent race enters homestretch
Among the biggest issues debated in the race have been the state’s academic standards used to measure student success.

Yes, voter ID is already state law. Here’s why you’re being asked to weigh in on another constitutional amendment
If approved, it would make it more difficult for a future legislature or court to undo the already existing law.

Wisconsin voters to elect education leader, decide on voter ID amendment
The high-stakes race for Wisconsin Supreme Court has gotten most of the attention, but it's not the only issue voters will decide on.

Wisconsin's small brewers watch price of aluminum cans
One Green Bay brewery says on-site taproom sales may become more important if can prices increase.

SpaceX launches historic Fram2, the first polar orbit mission
The Fram2 crew will be the first humans ever to orbit Earth’s polar regions from space.

World News

Drug-rape student - 23 more women make allegations
Police in London say Zhenhao Zou's "offending group is far greater" than they had realised.

Three big unknowns ahead of Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs
The president is expected to unveil details of his plans for a wider set of import taxes. But what tariffs and when?

Chris Mason: Jitters, uncertainty and hope as UK awaits Trump tariff decision
Talks are continuing between London and Washington at quite an intensity, our political editor writes.

The influencers who want America to procreate faster - and believe the White House is on their side
This fringe group have long courted controversy - but since Trump was sworn in for the second time earlier this year, their evangelising has reached a new level

Police shoot man dead at railway station
Officers say they confronted a man who was carrying a knife outside the station.

Messages reveal prison staff violence towards inmates
Messages include jokes about someone who was said to be at risk of taking their life.

Don't deport us over health issue, say British couple in Australia
A Macclesfield woman fears she will have to leave Australia due to her medical condition.

Trevor Lock, hero of Iranian embassy siege, dies aged 85
PC Lock was awarded for his bravery after it emerged he had tackled a gunman and saved the life of an SAS soldier.

Public satisfaction with NHS hits record low
A fifth 21% happy with NHS in Britain, finds long-running poll, with waits and staffing of major concern.

Girl missing in River Thames named as Kaliyah Coa
A recovery mission is now under way to find 11-year-old Kaliyah along the Thames, Met Police said.

US prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione in CEO murder case
The 26-year-old is accused of shooting dead healthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel.

Virginia Giuffre grateful for 'love and support' after car crash
Ms Giuffre 'remains in serious condition' in hospital following a collision with a school bus, her family say.

Trump is pressing the nuclear option on tariffs
The option of a 20% universal tariff is the only way to get to some of the massive revenues of trillions of dollars claimed by some of his advisers.

The Papers: 'Trump trade madness' and 'BYD bonanza'
Most papers on Wednesday are leading on Trump's threat of global tariffs.

The man mourning 170 loved ones lost in Myanmar's earthquake
Scores of Muslims died in Sagaing when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.

Guy Burgess's briefcase among MI5 artefacts on display
A battered leather briefcase left behind by Guy Burgess when he fled to Moscow in 1951 is among 20 objects from MI5's archives to go on display for the first time from Saturday.

Why are bills going up? Your questions answered
Bills, bins, and benefits - the BBC's cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachy answers your questions on bill rises.

BBC finds fear, loss and hope in Sudan's ruined capital after army victory
Our correspondent enters Khartoum just days after Sudan's army recaptured it from the Rapid Support Forces after a six-month offensive.

Watch: Iceland volcano spews lava and smoke after erupting
People are being evacuated as a volcano erupts in south-west Iceland, threatening a town.

Tourists and residents evacuated as volcano erupts in Iceland
The Blue Lagoon and the town of Grindavik were ordered to evacuate after earthquakes hit the area.

Private school VAT 'discriminatory', court hears
Families argue that the policy "interferes with the fundamental right to an education".

Prince Harry charity engulfed by cash fears, insiders claim
Financial worries and fundraising rows inflamed boardroom battle that engulfed Sentebale, insiders claim.

Stars set to play Beatles in major series of films revealed
Paul Mescal and Barry Keoghan are among the stars who will play The Beatles in Sam Mendes' biopics.

UK finalising Chagos deal with Mauritius, says No 10
Government sources have indicated that the agreement will not need further approval from the US.

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Americanswers…on 5 Live! Could Trump run for a third term?
And why is Elon Musk handing out $1 million dollar cheques to voters?

Au revoir Marine Le Pen?
Le Pen is barred from running for public office after being found guilty of embezzlement.

'A special player' - resurgent Elanga has Forest dreaming
Anthony Elanga had left Manchester United in his past. On Tuesday, they trailed in his wake - to Nottingham Forest's benefit.

Saka goal a 'beautiful moment' but injury worries for Arsenal
Bukayo Saka enjoys goalscoring return for Arsenal, but defensive worries hit Gunners as Gabriel looks set to miss Champions League tie.

Almost a saviour - is makeshift striker Maguire sign of Man Utd struggles?
Makeshift striker Harry Maguire coming closest to rescuing a point for Manchester United at Nottingham Forest illustrates the attacking struggles of Ruben Amorim's side.

Tsunoda told to be 'as close to Verstappen as possible'
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner tasks Yuki Tsunoda with "getting as close as possible" to Max Verstappen.

'Everyone should be excited' - England legend Edwards appointed women's head coach
Former England captain Charlotte Edwards replaces Jon Lewis as head coach after the 16-0 Ashes defeat at the beginning of the year.