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Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago roots bring new life to his former Illinois church, community
He grew up attending church and school at St. Mary of the Assumption Parish on Chicago’s far south side.

Jury selection for sex trafficking trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs pushed to next week
Prosecutors allege that Combs, 55, used his fame and power at the top of the hip-hop world to sexually abuse women from 2004 to 2024.

Police: ‘Heavily armed’ person holed up in home in Village of Fredonia
Residents are asked to use extreme caution if they are leaving their homes.

Lainey Wilson rules the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards once again, Alan Jackson is honored
A revisitation of the past was a theme of the night with a 14-minute medley of six decades of country classics, performed by giants of the genre.

As GOP looks to cut spending, Wisconsin farmer speaks on importance of SNAP
Democrats are sounding the alarm on proposals that could result in low-income people losing nutrition assistance.

Mother Nature is gifting moms a nice day of weather
Seeing sunshine throughout the weekend with warm temperatures.

Chilly to warm all in one day
Starting off with frost, ending it with highs in the 60s/70s.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Mother's Day events, foodie walk, spring fair
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

New pope selection provides historic learning lesson for Catholic school students
Third and fourth graders at Divine Mercy Catholic School celebrated the election of the first American pope.

Kerry Washington and Omar Sy join forces in 'Shadow Force'
“Shadow Force” hits theaters this Mother’s Day weekend.

Biden sits down with 'The View,' says Trump is doing 'very poor job,' not surprised Harris lost
Biden discussed the 2024 election, President Donald Trump’s record thus far back in office and conversations on his own mental decline.

Catholic leaders in Wisconsin weigh in on new pope
Pope Leo XIV becomes first Pope born in U.S.

Suspect in deadly Cottage Grove car crash found dead at Dane County Jail
Deputies found Jeffrey Endres unresponsive in his housing unit at the Public Safety Building jail at around 5:57 a.m. on May 6.

Robert Prevost, the first pope from U.S. in history of Catholic Church, takes the name Leo XIV
In his first words as Francis’ successor, Leo said, “Peace be with you,” and emphasized a message of peace, dialogue and missionary evangelization.

Catholics in Milwaukee share emotions as the first American Pope is chosen
“We’re joyful, I’m joyful, it’s a special time for our church,” Michael McCormack from Milwaukee said.

Father of 15-year-old ALCS school shooter arrested, facing felony charges
All three charges are felonies, punishable by up to six years in prison each. He was scheduled to make an initial appearance in court on Friday.

Wisconsin Republicans kill marijuana legalization and tax increases for millionaires
The cuts come amid uncertainty about how much federal money the state will get.

U.S. officials applaud the election of the first American pontiff
President Donald Trump said, “to have the pope from the United States of America, that is a great honor.”

Brewers option Elvin Rodríguez to minors and send Aaron Civale on rehab assignment
The move comes one day after he allowed six runs over 3 1/3 innings of relief in a 9-1 loss to the Houston Astros.

Melania Trump, in rare White House appearance, joins president to honor military moms before Mother's Day
The first lady described motherhood as a “life changing event that makes women invincible and exposed at the same time."

World News

Pair guilty of cutting down Sycamore Gap tree
Prosecutors say the pair thought it was "a laugh", but the "mindless thuggery" sparked global fury.

Pope Leo XIV calls Church 'a beacon to illuminate dark nights' in first Mass
Chicago-born Robert Prevost, 69, is the first North American to be elected pontiff.

Southport attack officers nominated for awards
Merseyside Police says three officers who were first to the Southport attacks showed great courage.

US confirms plan for private firms to deliver Gaza aid despite UN alarm
UN agencies say they will not co-operate with the proposed system because it appears to "weaponise" aid.

Three things we learned from Putin's Red Square parade
BC Monitoring's Russia Editor Vitaly Shevchenko reflects on the Victory Day spectacle in Moscow.

The first drone war opens a new chapter in India-Pakistan conflict
Experts say the tit-for-tat attacks mark a dangerous new phase in the decades-old rivalry. What next?

Rose named after Princess of Wales to celebrate 'power of nature'
The RHS said 'Catherine's Rose' will raise awareness of how nature and gardening can help to heal.

Plane caught fire as pilot confused left and right
The aborted take-off involving a British Airways flight to Vancouver led to 23 cancelled departures.

Hormone-treated beef will not enter UK after US deal, says government
Farmers are raising questions over how checks will ensure US beef produced using hormones doesn't enter the UK market.

Sweden's national security adviser quits over Grindr images
Tobias Thyberg resigned from the job just hours after taking up the position on Thursday.

Bargain Hunt expert admits terror offence after sales to alleged Hezbollah financier
Oghenochuko Ojiri, who has been an expert on the BBC programme, has admitted eight offences.

NHS plans 'unthinkable' cuts to balance books, health managers say
Diabetes care, rehab centres, end-of-life services and talking therapies at risk in England.

What is behind the new pope's chosen name, Leo?
Due to a longstanding tradition, newly-elected popes are asked to change their names.

What Pope's speedy election says about Church's priorities
The new Pope is seen as someone who could unite traditionalist and progressive within the Church, writes the BBC's religion editor.

Oh my God, it's Rob! - Pope's brother speaks of joy
Pope Leo XIV's brother Louis says nothing will be the same again after his appointment.

Who is Robert Prevost, the new pope?
Pope Leo XIV has supported his predecessor and focus will turn on whether he continues Church reforms.

Pope Leo XIV marks new beginning for Catholic Church
Excited crowds gathered in St Peter's Square to witness the historic election of the first American Pope.

How a park ranger alerted the world to the Sycamore Gap tree's fate
Gary Pickles recalls his dismay at finding the felled tree.

'I saw the van, and next minute I'm in the air'- Nottingham attacks survivors speak for first time
Sharon Miller and Wayne Birkett were hit by a van driven by Valdo Calocane on 13 June 2023.

What is in the UK-US tariff deal?
The two nations have announced a deal to reduce tariffs - here's what you need to know.

Inside the secretive world of Zara
The BBC's Emma Simpson gets a rare glimpse behind the scenes of how the fashion brand operates.

Weekly quiz: Which star showed off her baby bump at the Met Gala?
How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?

Hong Kong pro-China informer: 'Why I've reported dozens of people to police'
Ex-banker Innes Tang has established a hotline for reporting behaviours deemed disloyal to Beijing.

'There is no truce': Ukraine's soldiers and civilians on Russia's ceasefire
The BBC's Yogita Limaye went to the Donetsk region of Ukraine to speak to soldiers about life on the frontline.

Indian Premier League suspended for one week over safety concerns
The Indian Premier League is suspended for one week amid the ongoing tensions between India and neighbouring Pakistan.

Molly-Mae confirms she and Tommy are back together
The pair announced their split last August, five years after they met on reality series Love Island.

Two porn sites investigated for suspected age check failings
The UK demanded in January that porn sites show how they were beefing up age verification to stop children accessing them.

Putin leads Victory Day celebration in Moscow under tight security
Putin used his speech to tie Russia's three-year war in Ukraine to the war against Nazi Germany 80 years ago.

Rediscovered Thomas & Friends pilot to be released
The test episode of the fictional talking train, voiced by Ringo Starr, arrives on YouTube on Friday.

UK must 'do everything' to rebuild trade with EU, says Bank boss
Andrew Bailey says he does not take a view on Brexit, but reversing the post-Brexit hit to UK-EU trade would be "beneficial".

Ukraine arrests two over alleged Hungarian spy plot
Ukraine's security service says the state-backed spy network sought to obtain information about military defences on its border with Hungary.

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