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Jordan Love, Drake Maye represent new era in Packers-Patriots matchup
The Green Bay Packers and New England Patriots don’t play each other that often.

Vandals break windows, light truck on fire at Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank of Southern Wisconsin is cleaning up after vandals damaged its Madison distribution center early Wednesday.

Milwaukee Public Schools to rebid Lincoln Avenue School demolition
MPS is tearing down the historic Lincoln Avenue School after a fire left it beyond repair.

Milwaukee County Board approves 2027 budget after $4.56 million error
Milwaukee County supervisors approved the 2027 budget after a $4.56 million error, calling for a report on how to prevent another mistake.

District Administrator of Union Grove Union High School charged for alleged child porn possession
According to a criminal complaint, Racine County Sheriff’s Office received an anonymous letter about Johnson that led to an investigation.

Democrats poised to take complete control of state government. What comes next?
Questions still remain over how the Democratic party will handle its first legislative trifecta in more than 15 years.

3 finalists named for UW-Madison chancellor position
They will all be interviewed and then partake in separate public forums next week.

Loyalty to President Trump was the downfall for 2 Wisconsin Republicans
In the end, they couldn’t shy away from their voting records.

Drying out and turning colder
Isolated snow showers are possible in far northern Wisconsin.

Bay View street takeover raises questions about Milwaukee police staffing
A street takeover is renewing questions about Milwaukee police staffing after records showed two officers responded before the crowd dispersed.

Fond du Lac teen could face charges after alleged online threats
A tip came in from someone who was concerned after online interactions with the teenager, police said.

Wisconsin DHS says most measles cases are in Amish and Mennonite communities, recommends early vaccine for some infants
DHS said these communities are close-knit and have low vaccination rates.

Additional remains belonging to Sade Robinson found along Lake Michigan shoreline
A pedestrian found Robinson’s jaw and teeth at Sheridan Park on Friday.

First measles death reported in Wisconsin this year as cases surpass 400
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported the first death from the measles outbreak.

Packers receiver Christian Watson says he can play through broken rib
Packers receiver Christian Watson says he can play through a broken rib after leaving Lambeau Field by ambulance, as Green Bay heads to New England.

Cudahy High School closed today following social media threat
During the investigation, Cudahy police determined the threat originated from a student in Tucson, Arizona.

Flip your ceiling fan to keep rooms warmer this winter
Now that it's cooling down, it's time to switch the direction of your ceiling fan to optimize warm air.

Moraine Park Technical College aims to build Wisconsin’s workforce
According to a UW-Madison report, the state averaged 93,099 more monthly job openings than job seekers from Jan. 2021 through Feb. 2025.

Great weekend to spend time outdoors
Sunshine returns with highs in the 40s and 50s.

Froedtert parking structure to be demolished
The parking structure was damaged in a nine-vehicle fire in September. However, Froedtert said it already planned to demolish the structure.

World News

Did a data centre revolt affect the US mid-term election results?
BBC Verify examines whether US voters were influenced by the data centre boom - and the impact anti-AI sentiment could have on the industry.

Met chief warns policing 'heading for failure' without reform
Sir Mark Rowley will argue that the current system is unable to cope with the sophistication of modern criminals.

'Misleading' student loans information left out examples of higher-salary repayments
The Treasury Committee chair says she is "shocked" after one university compared repayments to the price of coffee.

Watch: Met Police release Brand interview footage
Brand was found guilty of one count of rape and three sexual assaults at Southwark Crown Court.

Could the earliest weakening of the polar vortex on record bring UK snow?
An unprecedented early weakening of the polar vortex is causing uncertainty amongst experts over the impact it will have on UK weather as Simon King explains.

Firms should publish salaries in job adverts ahead of new law, says PM
The government argues the change will help jobseekers and could help to prevent pay discrimination.

Thatcher's Right to Buy split my council estate. Now its days could be numbered
Labour is weakening Margaret Thatcher's landmark housing policy. Will it really fix Britain's social housing woes?

Home Office investigating after BBC catches lawyer offering to make fines go away
The Home Office said it will be investigating the allegations to see whether there has been a breach of immigration rules.

White House denies Hegseth and Rubio to leave jobs after Republican election losses
US media reports there are calls to replace Pete Hegseth, who also faces a possible impeachment vote, while Marco Rubio is rumoured to be eyeing a presidential run.

Two boys charged over Halloween party stabbings
Five boys who were guests at the supervised Halloween party on Saturday night were stabbed.

Trump signs order to preserve Oval Office as national monument
The order comes after Trump made a series of big changes to the decor of the Oval Office and tore down the White House East Wing.

British families ‘disgusted’ as Spain wildfire inquiry blocked
Nine British nationals were among the 15 people who died when fire ripped through the village of Bédar this summer.

'We had no idea how ill she was': Bono on recording Dolly Parton's last song
The rock group discuss Parton's final recording before her death, and why they refuse to be censored on stage.

Tempted by snacks before bed? Here's why - and what you can do about it
There are biological reasons why you may reach for sweet treats before bed, but you can change the habit.

Major construction ongoing near Iran missile bases, satellite images suggest
Evidence of digging and new buildings are visible in satellite imagery taken in November, satellite images suggest.

The Papers: 'Justice' and 'Predatory' Brand faces jail
Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault conviction leads many of Friday's papers.

'I was asked if I was a crier': Your worst job interviews revealed
Bad job interviews can be horrible to experience in the moment, but there is a lot they can teach us about the world of work

Weekly quiz: How did Rice Krispies lose their snap, crackle and pop?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Russell Brand being investigated over rape allegations from two more women, police say
Det Supt Andy Furphy said he hoped other potential victims would gain "courage" and "confidence" from the guilty verdicts.

Seven arrested and police van set alight during Bonfire Night violence in Scotland
Seven arrests were made during disorder in parts of Scotland, with fireworks thrown at emergency workers, police say.

'Several victims' after bus crashes in France, officials say
The local mayor says the bus "left the road and hit a tree in the ditch", with the education minister saying students are involved.

AI teddy for three-year-olds makes unprompted 'I can't help with killing you' remark
MPs and peers have urged retailers to remove AI toys from sale ahead of Black Friday and Christmas.

Andrew received up to £2,000 per month from sub-letting, watchdog reports
The income went to the former prince rather than his landlord the Crown Estate.

Police officers reunite with baby they helped deliver in back of car
Two police officers who were first on the scene as a woman gave birth in a car have been reunited with the baby they helped care for.

'Major milestone' as beavers released into Loch Ness area
The family of six beavers have been released 500 years after they were last recorded in the area.

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A bitter end for Ronaldo - the icon who transformed Portugal
As Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football, Guillem Balague looks at why and what is next for the Portugal legend.

Duran & Osmand spark Celtic into life - but where does that leave Hogh?
Martin O'Neill has previously said he is unsure of his best team, but it is now obvious that Camilo Duran is Celtic's best option through the middle.

'Putting his doubters in their place' - Rooney lands pundit of year award
Former Manchester United and England captain Wayne Rooney is named pundit of the year at the prestigious Broadcast Sport Awards.

Australia recruit Hussey for Ashes build-up
Australia recruit Michael Hussey as a long-term batting consultant to help them prepare for the 2027 Ashes and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Lampard looks for Coventry progress as belief grows
Coventry City could move 11th in the Premier League with victory at Everton on Friday as Frank Lampard returns to the Toffees with his side growing in confidence.