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Balloons inflated for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
More than 30 balloons were inflated ahead of the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Wisconsin seeks to block Morgan Geyser's conditional release after escape from group home
A Waukesha County Circuit Court judge agreed on Wednesday to seal the petition filed by the DOC late Tuesday seeking the revocation.

Northern Wisconsin digs out from Wednesday snowstorm
Lake-effect blast impacted much of the Midwest ahead of Thanksgiving.

Wisconsinites hit stores, roads ahead of Thanksgiving
On Wednesday, many hit the roads and headed to the stores to keep their plans on track for Thanksgiving.

Wisconsin lawmakers working to create new regulations for hemp industry
The proposals come following new federal rules effectively banning hemp-based products.

What do an axe, a bucket and a cannon have in common? Meet the rivalry trophies of college football
The long-time members of the Big Ten boast the richest histories of these one-of-a-kind prizes.

Winter weather wraps up across Wisconsin
Expect travel headaches to continue in some areas through early Thursday.

Snow gradually ends but wind and cold stick around
Overnight lows will fall into the teens and 20s.

St. Croix Regional Medical Center to receive $105 million to build replacement hospital
The new facility, which will be just three miles from the current one, will be able to care for more patients, with an increased bed capacity of 25.

Thousands of Wisconsinites without power Wednesday
After snow fell in Wisconsin overnight and into this morning, 33,773 Wisconsin households were without power as of Wednesday at 1:40 p.m.

Lions and Packers kick off holiday triple-header with high-stakes game in division and playoff races
Green Bay can boost its chances of winning the NFC North for the first time since 2021 by beating the Lions and sweeping the season series.

Federal judge dismisses plea talks, sets trial date for Wisconsin judge accused of helping immigrant
Federal prosecutors charged Dugan in April with obstruction and concealing an individual to prevent arrest.

Hugh Jackman to serve up special flavor of custard at Kopp’s
He'll be at the Greenfield location of the custard joint on Dec. 2, ahead of the Milwaukee premiere of "Song Sung Blue," in which he stars.

HUD offers financial flexibility for Wisconsinites impacted by August floods
HUD Secretary Scott Turner announced the agency will make federal help available to supplement recovery efforts.

Foxconn announces plans for $569 expansion in Racine County
The manufacturing expansion would create 1,374 jobs over the next four years.

Thanksgiving is busiest time of year for plumbers. Here’s how to avoid having to call one
The day after Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days of the year for plumbers.

Jordan Love ready for quick turnaround on Thanksgiving Day in Detroit
Love admits he played through pain in his left shoulder Sunday against the Vikings.

'I was breathing in, but nothing was happening': Retired deputy shares journey with rare genetic condition
Daniel Hughes retired early after learning a chronic cough was a pre-existing lung disease that was sparked from short telomere syndrome.

Wisconsin retailers optimistic for holiday sales growth
The final weeks of the year are an important time for many Wisconsin Main Street retailers.

Winter storm will affect travel on Saturday
A winter storms will likely cause travel issues this weekend.

World News

Chris Mason: Reeves chooses to tax big and spend big
In a Budget dogged by months of leaks, Labour hopes its big tax and spend plans pay off.

US suspends immigration requests for Afghans after National Guard shooting
The alleged gunman in the Washington shooting is an Afghan national who entered the US in September 2021.

How neighbours found out former marine drove into crowd in 'calculated act of violence'
Before he ploughed his car into the parade, Paul Doyle was considered a steady, dependable family man.

Archaeologists make 'extraordinary discovery' in Orkney - but won't say what it is
Archaeologists are to resume digging at the site after 3D radar technology uncovered a mystery find.

Celebrity Traitors star Ruth Codd recovering after second leg amputation
The actress is staying with family after an operation removed her leg below the knee, she said on TikTok.

Pope Leo arrives in Turkey on first foreign trip of papacy
He will gather with leaders of other Christian traditions in Nicaea and celebrate Mass in Beirut.

Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack
The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.

Woman killed in shark attack at remote beach in Australian national park
The woman died at the scene and a man was critically injured after the attack in New South Wales.

OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis
Rachel Reeves's statement was thrown into chaos after journalists were able to access the document early.

Nine ways the Budget could affect you if you're under 25
The chancellor's Budget contained a slew of measures which will impact young people specifically.

'I earn £20,000 and live with my son. The Budget means we will pay more tax'
BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.

Faisal Islam: The real reason Reeves is making you pay more tax
This is about buying breathing space, politically and economically. The two factors are now inseparable.

Isas, cars and pensions: How the Budget affects you
The Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will affect you and your finances. Here's how.

Stranger Things return gives some critics chills and thrills, but leaves others lukewarm
Many critics give the return of the show glowing reviews - although others say it's past its prime.

Hong Kong reels from most severe fire in over a decade - what we know so far
The death toll continues to rise and hundreds are missing, as firefighters struggle to put out the fire.

What's the real cost of cheap, fake football shirts?
Fake football kits can be as much as £70 cheaper than the real deal, but experts have raised concerns they could be harmful.

Australia's beloved weather website got a makeover - and infuriated users
Nicknamed the Bom, the country's weather agency has been heavily criticised over a recent redesign.

Where peace stands in Ukraine after frantic diplomacy
The Trump administration seems serious about reaching a deal despite all the apparent chaos around its efforts.

Budget 2025: Key measures at a glance
Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.

When will the two-child benefit cap be lifted?
Since 2017, some benefits have been limited when parents have a third child or more, so how does it work?

Owners of properties worth more than £2m in England face 'mansion tax'
The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m.

When will the cash Isa saving limits change?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced changes to cash Isa rules, but what are they and how do they work?

What you need to know about the new charge for driving an electric or hybrid car
All new cars must be electric or hybrid from 2030, but the government could put new taxes on them.

Year after ceasefire, peace eludes south Lebanon as Israeli strikes continue
A year on from a ceasefire in Lebanon, Israel is continuing attacks on what it says are Hezbollah's efforts to recover from their war.

Biffy Clyro 'angry' as visa error delays US tour
The band say "some genius" filled in the wrong dates on their visa form, making the tour impossible.

NHS doctor suspended over alleged antisemitic social media posts
The tribunal ruled the doctor's posts "may impact on patient confidence" in both her and the profession.

Peers given more time to debate assisted dying after record number of amendments
The assisted dying bill is allocated further sessions after a record number of amendments in the House of Lords.

Venezuela bans six major airlines as tensions escalate
The affected carriers ceased flying to Venezuela after the US warned of heightened military activity.

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The Budget: It’s finally here!
A special live edition poring through the long-awaited budget.

A war on climate change: Are environmental activists losing the fight?
Chris Packham says conservationists like him have not done enough to protect nature.

The story of Britain’s biggest mass water poisoning
A mass poisoning of tap water in Cornwall leads to a desperate search for truth.