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Hot-shooting Suns have three 20-point scorers in 129-114 victory over Bucks
Milwaukee shot 51.2% and went 16 of 38 from 3-point range.

Bucks' Taurean Prince returns to action after rapid recovery from neck surgery
After making 73 starts for the Bucks in 2024-25, he had played eight games off the bench this season before his injury

Federal judges decline to extend appointment for interim U.S. attorney in Milwaukee
Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed Schimel in November to a 120-day term as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.

Nonprofit trains truck drivers to notice warning signs of human trafficking
The National Human Trafficking Hotline received 277 contacts from Wisconsin in 2024, according to the Wisconsin DOJ.

No relief from winter this weekend
Cold air and snow will extend into the weekend.

Statewide survey shows perception of Wisconsin tech colleges evolving
More Wisconsin residents hold a favorable option of the state’s technical colleges students, according to a new survey.

Winter fights back until the very end
A few strong storms may be possible during the transition to winter.

'Difficult decisions to make': MPS superintendent discusses vote to cut hundreds of positions
The school board voted to eliminate over 200 positions on Monday.

Childhood vaccination rates in Wisconsin continued to fall last year, data shows
About two-thirds of all children, 66.9%, had the recommended vaccinations at age 24 months, down by almost 2% from 2024.

National Retail Federation: Retail sales tick up in February
Howard business sees an uptick in traffic and sales in recent weeks.

Bill would require local approval for wind and solar energy projects
The Public Service Commission would only be able to approve the projects if local municipalities move them forward.

U.S. and Iran dig in and ramp up threats as war rages with no end in sight
The Pentagon said that about 140 U.S. service members have been wounded since the start of the war.

A Wisconsin whitefish refuge offers lessons for Michigan. But will it last?
Green Bay has become an unlikely whitefish hotspot, even as the species disappears across much of Lake Michigan and the lower Great Lakes.

Packers to trade Romeo Doubs to Patriots, release Nate Hobbs, sources say
Hobbs was signed in free agency last year by the Packers.

Brad Schimel won’t continue as U.S. Attorney for eastern district
He was appointed to the interim position for 120 days, but that period ends Monday, March 17 and won’t be extended.

Wisconsin farmer says Farm Bill needs to be rewritten
Last week, the House Agriculture Committee passed its version and sent it to the full chamber for consideration.

Report: Women remain underrepresented in Wisconsin political offices
Only 27% of elected offices were held by women in Wisconsin last year.

Don't miss these April election deadlines
Wisconsin’s spring election is almost here; you can head to the polls on April 7.

Voting in Wisconsin: Frequently asked questions
What you need to know before you vote.

Packers release offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins
Jenkins was selected in the 2019 NFL Draft as the second-round pick.

World News

A 'weirdly rushed' appointment - and other key takeaways from Mandelson files
A batch of documents has revealed new details about the appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador.

Jeremy Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large
The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC's international editor.

Prison inmate charged with Huntley murder appears in court
Ian Huntley had been serving a life sentence with a minimum term of 40 years for the murders of 10-year-olds Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman.

Alternative to HRT for menopausal hot flushes now on NHS
The non-hormonal daily pill could benefit 500,000 women for whom HRT is not suitable.

Tourist attractions call for changes to weather apps over 'misleading' rain icons
Chester Zoo is leading a call for a change in the way "rain icons" are used in weather forecasts.

Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil
Average mortgage rates hit highest since last August in the biggest upheaval since the mini-Budget.

UK government loses appeal over Kneecap terror charge
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, had been accused of showing support for proscribed organisation Hezbollah following a gig in London in 2024.

Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM
Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out.

Boy, 16, arrested after girl is stabbed at school
Sources tell the BBC that pupils had to hide under their desks as the incident unfolded.

Germans protest against Russia on Paralympic podium
German cross-country skiers turn their backs on the Russian gold medallists on the Winter Paralympics podium in protest against the nation's inclusion at the Games.

'Even under missiles we carry on living' - how young Iranians are coping with war
Iranians say they are sheltering at home and rarely venturing out on near-empty streets as the US-Israeli bombing campaign continues.

What happens if Iran shuts the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran says it will "set fire" to ships trying to sail through the world's most vital oil transit point.

March organised by Iran-linked group banned after police request
Organisers say it is a peaceful pro-Palestinian event but it has been criticised for representing the Iranian regime.

Why air strikes on Tehran oil facilities are causing black rain
Air strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month.

Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup
Iran is not in a position to participate in the 2026 World Cup, says the country's Minister of Sports and Youth.

EU and UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence since Iran war
Six Palestinians have been killed during attacks by settlers in the West Bank since the start of Israel's war, the UN says.

Zelensky sends drone teams to Middle East, touting Ukraine's expertise
The Ukrainian president said it was a "good feeling" when allies asked for help countering drones.

Watch: What's on the menu for celebrities on Oscars night
From sushi to gold-dusted chocolate statuettes, a feast will be served at the Oscars after party on Sunday.

The Aldi-style disruptors who could be about to shake up the vets market
As pet owners complain of rising prices, independent practices want to take on the big chains.

Jeffrey Epstein had two key aides - why do they still control his money and secrets?
Richard Kahn and Darren Indyke administer Epstein’s estate - court filings allege complicity in his crimes.

Inside the Russian explosives plot that sent incendiary parcels to the UK
Aleksandr Suranovas, charged with carrying out an act of terrorism for Russia, speaks to the BBC.

Wildlife to replace historical figures on banknotes - and you get a say
The public will help choose which animals and birds will appear on the Bank of England's new notes.

UK couple die after being pulled from water at Australian beach
Local police say members of the public pulled the couple from the water and tried to save them.

Army officers deny charges linked to soldier's death
The two high-ranking officers failed to act when Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, reported a sexual assault.

Pop music's bias towards English is fading, says Spotify
Songs in 16 languages featured in the global chart last year, as genres like Brazilian Funk explode.

Weather warnings issued as gales set to batter parts of the UK
Strong winds are likely across many parts of the UK on Thursday before turning colder with some wintry showers at the end of the week, as Simon King explains.

Polanski stood by breast enlargement hypnosis claim
A newly unearthed interview from 2013 casts doubt on the Green Party leader's claim to have apologised.

British man admits encouraging suicide in US
Dylan Phelan admits encouraging the suicide of US citizen Travis Dyer in Louisiana in 2024.

Quentin Tarantino to stage 'swashbuckling comedy' play in London
The film-maker will write and direct The Popinjay Cavalier, "a rambunctious comedy" set in 1830s Europe.

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Will War In Iran Really End "Very Soon"?
President Trump says Iran war will be over “very soon”.

Americanswers… on 5Live! Why is Trump’s White House comparing the war in Iran to a video game?
And how much is the war in Iran motivated by oil?