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'Doesn't go nearly far enough': Wisconsin residents, officials express energy rate concerns to Public Service Commission
The Wisconsin Public Service Commission held a public hearing on WE Energies' rate structure proposal for future data centers.

Former Wisconsin Badger Rob Havenstein retires after an 11-year NFL career
The 33-year-old Havenstein was a starter throughout his career with the Rams, who drafted him out of Wisconsin in 2015.

‘We continue to be considered radical or less than or equal counterparts’: A recap of the 2026 State of the Tribes address
This year, there was an emphasis on strengthening the ties between tribes and the legislature, which can often feel merely symbolic.

Milwaukee Health Commissioner provides update on measles case detected at Mitchell International Airport
DHS said the case is linked to a confirmed measles case in another state and is not connected to recent cases in Waukesha or Dane counties.

Adam McCalvy previews Spring Training, Brewers' 2026 starting rotation
Brewers pitchers and catchers report to Arizona for Spring Training on Wednesday.

'This was a much larger surprise': MPS faces $46 million deficit following audits to budget
MPS recently went through three financial audits in 13 months. The audits were to catch up on the 2023, 2024 and 2025 school years.

Dry and warmer pattern setting up across Wisconsin
High temperatures will climb into the 30s and low 40s.

20-year-old suspect in custody for series of break-ins in Dane County
The Dane County Sheriff’s Office said it does not believe the 20-year-old was working alone.

The First African American Astronaut
Guion Bluford was one of the most influential people in the space community, becoming the first African American to fly in space.

Annual Oshkosh survey indicates positive outlook in 2026 for local businesses
However, operating costs and hiring remain an issue for some businesses.

Everyday Hero: Madison woman makes sure big moments still feel like a piece of home for students
Miss Mary Delivery is a service for birthday deliveries, taking kids to appointments, or even surprising them after a big milestone.

Wisconsin health experts encourage MMR vaccine as measles cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed more than 700 new measles cases nationwide.

'Teetering on the edge': Milwaukee officials seek to help struggling grocers
Food deserts continue to plague Milwaukee and officials are searching for solutions.

'We were devastated': Green Bay pet rescue cited for sheltering homeless people during sub-zero temps
Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary is now in compliance with the city, but overnight stays are indefinitely suspended.

Wisconsin rural health center gets funding from federal government to expand
The Family Health Center of Marshfield, Inc. got an earmark of $3 million in the latest funding bill.

‘Politics should never come before patients’: Why an advocacy group worries a hospital price transparency bill won’t pass in Wisconsin this year
The legislation, similar to existing federal rules, would require hospitals to post prices online in a clear and easy-to-read format for patients.

Brewers send Caleb Durbin to Red Sox for left-handed pitcher Kyle Harrison
Also included in the trade are infielders Andrew Monasterio and Anthony Siegler, who will be sent to Boston.

Biden’s transportation secretary endorses WI-03 Democratic congressional candidate
Pete Buttigieg is backing Rebecca Cooke, who’s trying to unseat Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden.

Why is Kenosha one of America’s hottest housing markets?
Kenosha’s proximity between Chicago and Milwaukee remains a major selling point for the Kenosha Area Business Association.

Connecting neighbors and police: How Milwaukee Police’s Community Connect program is working
Community Connect is a program that launched in 2023. It allows the community to have a hand in helping solve crimes.

World News

Boy arrested for attempted murder after two pupils stabbed at school
Counter-terror officers are leading the investigation after two boys were left seriously injured.

I will never walk away, says PM after facing pressure to quit
The prime minister sought to strike a defiant tone after a day of political jeopardy.

'Fear and alienation': Senior Co-op staff complain of 'toxic' culture at the top
Lawyers for the Co-op said they do not believe the complaints represent the broader views of staff

Ex-police chief said Trump told him in 2006 'everyone' knew of Epstein's behaviour
The now-president allegedly called police in Florida who were investigating Epstein and said "thank goodness you're stopping him".

Sanctions-busting shadow ships are increasing - the big question is what to do about them
What can governments do when countries circumvent or flout the rules to export oil?

FBI releases images of masked person in hunt for Savannah Guthrie's mother
The mother of the news anchor Savannah disappeared in the middle of night from her Tucson, Arizona, home and was last seen on 31 January.

Norwegian biathlete Laegreid wins bronze then confesses to affair on TV
Winter Olympics bronze medallist Sturla Holm Laegreid says on live TV that he made the "biggest mistake" by cheating on his girlfriend.

Watch: BBC in Tehran for first time since protest crackdown
Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where she says the pain is still raw after unprecedented force was used to put down the protests there.

Spike in antisemitism reports after synagogue attack
Incidents included people celebrating the deadly anti-Jewish attack, and sending antisemitic emails.

Former Daily Mail editor tells hacking trial allegations are 'preposterous'
Paul Dacre told the High Court the claims that Daily Mail staff gathered information unlawfully are "inconceivable".

'No win, no trim' - has a haircut become a problem for Man Utd?
A story about a haircut that has gone viral - meet Frank Ilett, the Manchester United fan with the infamous bouffant.

UK braces for more rain as flood warnings remain in place
With more rain in the forecast, BBC Weather presenter Simon King looks at what's been causing the very wet year so far.

Malinin, Minion and Milan's most emotional moment
From the astonishing to the emotional to the downright bizarre, the 2026 Olympic figure skating men’s short program on Tuesday night had it all.

How does curling work?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain how the Winter Olympic sport of curling works.

Ukrainian racer says he will wear 'helmet of remembrance' despite IOC ban
Vladyslav Heraskevych says he will wear a helmet featuring images of people killed during Russia's invasion of Ukraine, despite it being banned by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Watch: USA's Naumov skates in memory of parents who died in plane crash
Maxim Naumov's emotional skate dedicated to his world champion figure skating parents, Vadim Naumov and Evgenia Shishkova, who died in a plane crash in January 2025.

Captivating chemistry or a hollow misfire? Wuthering Heights splits critics
Emerald Fennell's take on Emily Bronte's classic novel has received a mixed response from film reviewers.

The Papers: 'Terror probe into stabbing' and 'Streeting still intent'
A knife attack at a North London school and the health secretary's political moves lead the papers.

Six key questions about Keir Starmer's future
There is no doubting the peril the prime minister was in, but while Labour MPs have decided to stick with him, his future is far from certain.

'Funny, warm, and no car chases' - Michael Palin on his return to TV acting
The actor and presenter said he was attracted by the "humour and magic" of BBC series Small Prophets.

Sepsis mistakes killed our daughter - we fear it could happen again
Grieving parents call for better sepsis training to be introduced urgently so no family goes through what they did.

Disney advert banned for showing 'disturbing' severed body
Disney argued the severed figure in the advert was a robot and "visually distinct from a human".

Under-fire Trump commerce secretary confirms he visited Epstein's island
Howard Lutnick says he had lunch on the island in 2012, contradicting previous claims he had cut ties with Jeffrey Epstein in 2005.

Noel Clarke arrested on suspicion of attempted rape, reports say
The Doctor Who star was also held on suspicion of exposure and sexual assault by touching, the Sun reported.

Teen killer of schoolboy Leo Ross, 12, to spend at least 13 years in custody
Leo Ross is believed to be the youngest victim of knife crime in the West Midlands.

Ex-Labour comms chief suspended over links to sex offender
Lord Doyle apologises for his past association with a former Labour councillor who admitted indecent child image offences.

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Has Keir Starmer Saved His Job (For Now)?
Keir Starmer survives his ‘moment of peril’ but what has it cost him and his government?

Children in Care: How to Fix the Fostering Crisis
Foster carer Louise Allen says the problem isn’t the children, it’s the system.

Frank insists he is safe - but will he avoid Spurs sack?
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank insists his job is not under threat despite dropping to five points from the Premier League relegation zone - but will the Dane avoid the sack?

Carrick's 'Sir Alex' playbook and a happy start at Man Utd
Michael Carrick is happy with his start as Manchester United head coach despite dropping his first points in 1-1 draw at West Ham.

USA's Maxim Naumov skates in memory of his parents
Maxim Naumov's emotional skate dedicated to his world champion figure skating parents, Vadim Naumov and Evgenia Shishkova, who died in a plane crash in January 2025.