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Families lean on community support as Wisconsin soldiers deployed to the Middle East
The Wisconsin National Guard was mentioned on Monday morning during a Pentagon briefing. Wisconsin soldiers are being deployed to the Middle East.

'We're already seeing some of that growth': MPS superintendent touts new literacy plan results on Read Across America Day
MPS has recieved some of the lowest literacy scores from a nationwide report card.

Madison Police 2025 crime report shows drop in both violent and property crimes
Madison saw a 10.7% decrease in shots fired incidents in 2025, with only five of those being homicides, compared to seven in 2024.

‘It’s part of politics’: Gov. Evers remains confident he can reach a deal with Republicans on tax relief
The governor said he hopes to meet with Senate Majority Leader LeMahieu and Assembly Speaker Vos within the next couple of weeks.

Wisconsin nurse shelters in Israel amid war breaking out in Middle East
Berken is dealing with closed airspaces and canceled flights at airports around her.

Wisconsin Dells mayor previews new resort, construction projects
Dellshire is set to open in spring, with an immersive 16th-century manor-style retreat.

‘I'm with the president 100% on this’: Wisconsin lawmakers react to president’s decision to attack Iran
Lawmakers in Wisconsin are split along party lines.

Chance of drizzle and freezing drizzle overnight
Some slick spots are possible through early Tuesday.

Full moon and lunar eclipse March 2-3
The west coast will see a total lunar eclipse.

Bucks say Antetokounmpo is questionable for Celtics game as he seeks to return from calf strain
Antetokounmpo could be on the verge of returning from a calf strain that has caused the two-time MVP to miss the Milwaukee Bucks’ last 15 games.

Bird flu found in backyard poultry flock in Dane County
The flock, consisting of 55 poultry, was depopulated to prevent spread.

FBI investigates Texas bar shooting that killed 2 and wounded 14 as possible terrorist act
Austin Police officials say the suspect was killed by officers at the scene.

Brewers announce new food and beverage options for 2026 season at American Family Field
Fans can enjoy an expanded collection of local flavors, creative concepts and crowd favorites.

The origin of the saying, 'in like a lion, out like a lamb'
The first reference dates back hundreds of years.

MPD to ban officers from using facial coverings
Four members of the Milwaukee Common Council said the department will add the rule to its Uniform Standard Operating Procedure.

Here's Wisconsin’s friendliest place to live in 2026
The rankings of the analysis done by Nexdoor were determined based on neighbor interactions on the platform.

Brookfield house fire kills 2 people, 1 dog
The fire also left three police officers injured. An investigation is now underway.

Milwaukee Film buys historic Downer Theatre
Though the sale is new, Milwaukee Film’s oversight of “Wisconsin’s oldest still-operating movie theater” is not.

Madison builds twin homes to help housing crisis
Roughly $600,000 from the city’s affordable housing fund were then used for construction.

Interest in hockey grows among youth in Wisconsin amid Olympics spotlight
Participation has increased by 65% over the last 15 years, according to USA Hockey.

World News

Starmer criticises Trump, saying UK 'does not believe in regime change from skies'
The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.

Jeremy Bowen: Three days in, we still have no idea where this war is heading
It's hard to predict how the war will end - but those fighting know how they would like it to.

Texas Trump supporters react to US strikes on Iran
As voters in the state prepare to vote in Tuesday's primary elections, we asked what they make of the events unfolding in the Middle East.

What is behind the strategy to take out Iran's leadership?
Security analyst Gordon Corera looks at what is likely to happen after much of Iran's most senior leadership is killed.

In maps: Strikes across Iran and the Middle East
Iranian strikes on targets across the Middle East and Gulf regions continued on Monday after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran killing the country's supreme leader.

I can understand why women don't trust the police, says Met chief on Sarah Everard anniversary
On the five-year anniversary of Everard's murder, Sir Mark Rowley insists rebuilding trust in the force will take time.

Refugee status becomes temporary in asylum shake-up
Adults and accompanied children claiming asylum will only receive refugee status for 30 months under the changes.

Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as US firm buys Brewdog in £33m deal
Beverage and cannabis company Tilray acquires the brewery, the brand and 11 bars after Brewdog went into administration.

One of UK's richest men wants German citizenship over 'hostility' to Jews
The billionaire says "anti-semitism is always in the air".

Melania Trump chairs UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict amid Iran strikes
It is the first time the spouse of any world leader has presided over a UN Security Council meeting.

'I've given up on working in hospitality. The £15,000 pay isn't worth the stress'
People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement.

On another key day for Rachel Reeves, what might she be saying in her Spring Statement?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give an update on her plans for the UK economy when she gives a statement alongside an economic forecast on 3 March.

The Papers: 'Operation epic chaos' and Trump 'very disappointed in Keir'
The papers are dominated by conflict across the Middle East for the third day in a row.

Jacinda Ardern's move to Australia renews spotlight on New Zealand's brain drain problem
New Zealand has long struggled to keep its best and brightest with about 180 Kiwis leaving a day.

Anglican divisions deepen as rebel clerics pick rival to first female leader
Conservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.

Woman's 'emotional' reunion with river rescuer
Steven Ballard came forward as the fisherman who rescued Alexandra and her dog Snickers from the River Trent.

Tour or residency? Jade, CMAT and Wolf Alice on live music debate
Some fans have been left upset after some of the world's biggest acts - including Harry Styles and Ariana Grande - chose to concentrate their upcoming shows in big cities.

Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran
A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.

Amazon says drones damaged three facilities in UAE and Bahrain
The incidents highlight the vulnerability of key technology infrastructure during military conflicts.

Video appears to show US F-15 fighter jet crashing in Kuwait
The US says six of its F-15 jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses", with all crew in a stable condition.

Will petrol and diesel prices go up now?
If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food

Parents of nursery abuse victims to meet minister
Parents of Vincent Chan's victims will meet the education secretary to press her on safeguarding.

Daily Mail royal editor denies seeking Prince Harry flight details
Rebecca English denies asking a freelance journalist for flight details, saying the information came from other sources.

Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch
The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.

Long lost painting revealed to be early work by Rembrandt
The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.

France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.

Souvenir ticket for Cruz Beckham's Wales gig says Cardiff is in England
Souvenir tickets given out at Cruz Beckham's gig in the Welsh capital said the venue was in Cardiff, England.

Nottingham triple killer broke into flat minutes after being released, inquiry hears
Valdo Calocane was involved with a number of incidents years before the 2023 Nottingham attacks.

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What Is Trump’s Endgame For War In Iran?
Trump says he took the “last best chance” to hit Iran.

Global News Podcast: Trump warns of more US deaths in Iran war
Iran's retaliatory strikes have killed three US service members

'I cheated head-injury assessment to play on in 2017 Lions Test'
Former British and Irish Lions wing Anthony Watson says he memorised answers to circumvent head injury protocol in the 2017 series in New Zealand.