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Musk’s cost-cutting team is laying off workers at the auto safety agency overseeing his car company
Musk has accused NHTSA of holding back progress on self-driving technology with its investigations and recalls

Pope Francis is in critical condition after long respiratory crisis, requiring oxygen at high flow
Francis has been hospitalized for a week with a complex lung infection.

Officials: Police officer killed after responding to a shooting at a central Pennsylvania hospital
The officer worked for the West York borough police.

Shakes sold to nursing homes recalled after listeria outbreak linked to 11 deaths
Some 38 people have been infected with listeria, including 11 who died.

African American Environmental Pioneer Awards recognize those committed to conservation
The 6th annual African American Environmental Pioneer Awards will take place this Monday, Feb. 24, at the Washington Park Urban Ecology Center.

You don't have to leave Wisconsin to experience dog sledding
Wolfsong Adventures operates in Bayfield County.

Ford recalls 240,000 Explorers, Aviators due to faulty seat belt assembly
Ford said it is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to the defective seat belt assemblies.

Warmer weather for your weekend in Wisconsin
We return above average by Sunday.

'Flow' shows animation is a medium and not a genre
"Flow" is nominated for Best Animated Feature and Best International Feature at this year’s Academy Awards.

MPS pressed for answers about high levels of lead in school buildings
MHD said school closures are a possibility, depending on the severity of the lead contamination, but said there are currently no closures planned.

Union action leads to service disruptions for Metro Transit
The city said drivers refused to work overtime.

Judge rejects plea deal for Wisconsin man accused of murder in 7-year-old's abuse death
Timothy Hauschultz was charged with eight counts, including felony murder, child abuse and battery, in connection with Ethan Hauschutlz's death.

U.S. stocks tumble as companies and consumers worry about tariffs and Washington
The S&P 500 sank 1.7% Friday for its worst day in two months.

Insight into the decision to close Northland College after 133 years
Northland College, founded in 1892, is a private liberal arts college “geared towards exploration.”

Snowmobile riders, businesses make the most of late-season snow
Snow-related sports generate almost $100 million in Wisconsin.

Moon mountain named in honor of Melba Mouton
Mouton is a highly respected role model for all women and people of color pursuing a career in STEM.

No. 11 Wisconsin finding new way to win this season by showcasing an explosive offense
Wisconsin is on pace for its highest scoring average since 1970-71.

Jerry 'Ice Man' Butler, soul singer whose hits included 'Only the Strong Survive,' dies at 85
He's a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a three-time Grammy Award nominee.

Yankees drop ban on beards, 49 years after it was imposed by owner George Steinbrenner
Current owner Hal Steinbrenner, son of The Boss, announced the change Friday before the team's spring training opener.

MPS Board approves court-ordered spending on school resource officers
Milwaukee Public Schools are one step closer to having police officers back in schools.

World News

Pope remains in 'critical' condition after 'respiratory crisis'
Pope Francis is "more unwell than yesterday", the Vatican says, adding his prognosis "remains guarded".

I'll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer tells Zelensky
The prime minister called Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for the second time in four days.

One dead in stabbing in French city of Mulhouse
President Emmanuel Macron said there was "no doubt it was an Islamist terrorist attack".

Police hunt van driver as girl dies in tram crash
The three-year-old girl has died after being taken to hospital, police say.

The asteroid hits and near-misses you never hear about
Since a potentially hazardous asteroid was detected in December, tens of others objects have come close to Earth.

'Gruesome sell-out or a chance to lead': What will happen when Starmer visits Trump?
What could happen when Sir Keir Starmer visits the White House next Thursday?

Who will be the next James Bond? Speculation mounts after Amazon buys 007
Daniel Craig's replacement will be Amazon's biggest decision after gaining control of the franchise.

New album will be unexpected, says Rihanna
The multi-Grammy Award winning singer has kept fans waiting for years for her new album.

'Trump hasn't got any plan': Russians speak to BBC after three years of war
A BBC team asking Russians about their invasion of Ukraine draws police and state TV attention.

Damselfly peering through leaf among eye-catching entries in nature photo awards
The winners of the Nature inFocus Photography Awards 2024 have been announced.

Search for missing runner enters fourth day
Jenny Hall, a keen long-distance runner, is described as 6ft (1.8m) tall with very long dark hair.

M4 and M48 closed after body found on carriageway
Police are trying to find out how the person's remains came to be on the M4 on Saturday evening.

Israel confirms Shiri Bibas body has been returned
Hamas has previously claimed that the mother and her two sons were killed in an Israeli airstrike.

Final push for votes in Germany election as frontrunner vows to lead in Europe
Germany's rival political leaders take their fight for votes right to the last minute before a pivotal election.

BMW delays £600m electric Mini factory upgrade in UK over 'uncertainty'
The vehicle manufacturer says "multiple uncertainties" in the industry led to its decision.

England regain Calcutta Cup after Scotland miss last-gasp kick
Finn Russell misses a 79th-minute conversion as England do just enough to deny Scotland an unprecendented fifth successive win in the fixture.

Flat owners 'seething' at £8.8k a year service fee
Flat owners at an Manchester apartment block rail against a 249% service charge increase from April.

French prisoner 'The Fly' arrested nine months after deadly van ambush
Two prison officers were killed and three others injured when a vehicle carrying Mohamed Amra was ambushed in May 2024.

Three arrested over man's 2002 disappearance
Northumbria Police says it has arrested two men and a woman on suspicion of murder.

Weather warnings issued for wind and rain this weekend
Wind and rain expected to have an impact across parts of the UK on Sunday

Pedestrian dies after being hit by ambulance
A 40-year-old man was hit by the ambulance, which was responding to an emergency call, on the outskirts of Elgin.

Man offers to split winnings after thieves hit jackpot with his credit card
The Frenchman has called on the thieves to strike a deal with him to split the €500,000 (£413,664) prize.

System 'broken' says Ronan Keating after fatal crash verdict
The singer described the justice system in the Republic of Ireland as 'broken' after his brother died in a car crash.

Shackles and a bullet-proof vest - Luigi Mangione reappears in court over CEO 'murder'
His lawyer argued during the hearing that her client - wearing a bulletproof vest - was being treated unfairly.

England move on up into title mix with canny win
England's grinding win over Scotland opens up a route to a potentially glittering prize.

Leeds-born Coventry fan Inglis gives England blues with riotous knock
How a cricketer born in Yorkshire and brought up supporting Coventry City put England in a spin.

'I'm very, very angry' - Arteta after Arsenal hopes suffer 'big blow'
The Premier League title race may not be done yet - but Mikel Arteta was "very, very angry" after Arsenal's loss to West Ham.

'Holte End have a new hero' - Rashford shines in Aston Villa win
Marcus Rashford inspires Aston Villa to a comeback victory over Chelsea, providing assists for both of Marco Asensio's goals.

Ireland hold off resurgent Wales to stay on course for title
Ireland clinch their 14th Triple Crown and remain on course for a third successive Six Nations title after beating a resurgent Wales in a Cardiff thriller.

Russell misses conversion to hand England victory in dramatic final minutes
Watch as Scotland's Finn Russell misses a conversion in the final minute to hand England a 16-15 victory in the Six Nations.

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The Week Ahead: Will Starmer Win Over Trump?
And will he get a deal on Ukraine?