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Rogers Behavioral Health to open new behavioral health hospital in Chippewa Falls
Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill allocating $10 million in state funding for the Rogers campus on Tuesday.

Winneconne first responders rescue a deer in trouble
The Winneconne Police Department shared on social media that a deer got stuck in the river Tuesday.

Milwaukee County leaders work to fight food insecurity
Milwaukee County leaders discussed food insecurity and plans to ensure everyone can get healthy food, regardless of personal circumstances.

Wisconsin judge refuses to step aside as requested by former Trump attorney
The judge also refused to cancel a Monday preliminary hearing for Trump's former attorney.

Milwaukee crews work to keep roadways safe during winter weather
Milwaukee DPW is battling leaf and garbage collection along with treating and taking care of the roads, all at the same time.

'Good luck paying for your Band-Aid': Wisconsin lawmakers split on President Trump’s HSA proposal
Republicans on Capitol Hill have so far failed to rally behind a legislative proposal to lower health care costs.

2 lawsuits look to redraw Wisconsin's congressional maps
The lawsuits will be heard by separate three-judge panels.

Fear rises in Somali American communities in Wisconsin
A Somali American calls for unity as the community faces fallout from president’s comments.

More snow and Arctic air ahead for Wisconsin this week
A disruptive winter storm is ahead Tuesday and Wednesday with temperatures plummeting by the weekend.

Snow and a wintry mix impact the state
Heavy snow is possible in some areas.

New law requires drivers to move over, slow down for disabled vehicles on side of road
Gov. Tony Evers signed into law the expansion of the Move Over law on Tuesday.

5 Wisconsin hospitals recognized in 2026 Maternity Care Access Hospitals list
Hospitals in Berlin, Hayward, Marinette, Marshfield and Shawano were featured on the list by U.S. News & World Report.

Poultry flock in Marquette County dies from bird flu
All 38 of the backyard birds died due to contracting the disease.

Yorkville ‘not interested’ in backup data center
Developer Ken Nelson shared the update in a text with Spectrum News 1 on Tuesday morning following a community discussion.

'It has been tough out here': Amid rising costs and tariffs, several Milwaukee businesses announce plans to shutter
Some also took to social media with a plea to the community for help as they struggle to stay afloat.

'They’re cutting medication in half': Seniors anxious as government programs remain in limbo
The Trump administration has threatened Wisconsin that the USDA will withhold payments for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

The annual Holiday Train is comin’ to town this December. Here’s where you can see it
It'll be in Wisconsin from Dec. 9-11, making stops in a handful of cities and towns.

Everyday Heroes: Pop-up porches offer free food and clothing to help stretch holiday dollars
A community front porch started at Alyssa Queensberry’s home about a year ago; Now, she teams up with local businesses to expand her reach.

Former Trump aides allege judicial misconduct in Wisconsin fake elector case
Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020 but fought to have the defeat overturned. He won the state in both 2016 and 2024.

World News

Major talks to begin on how European human rights laws handle migration cases
Sir Keir Starmer calls for European reforms to make protecting borders easier.

Sperm from donor with cancer-causing gene was used to conceive almost 200 children
Some children have already died and only a minority who inherit the mutation will escape cancer in their lifetimes.

Madeleine McCann's father calls for greater scrutiny of press
Gerry McCann, whose daughter vanished in 2007, tells the BBC he believes politicians fear the media.

How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow
In the event of a war, one expert suggests the British Army could be incapable of fighting effectively on land within weeks, once committed - though 'much depends on the form of the conflict'.

Watch Australian teens test out social media on first day of ban
Teenagers affected by Australia's under-16 social media ban showed the BBC what happened when they tried to access their accounts.

Knife threats and racial abuse all in a day's work, say bus drivers
The BBC has spoken to passengers, transport staff and bus drivers about a growing national trend of antisocial behaviour on public transport.

Trump criticises 'decaying' European countries and 'weak' leaders
The UK praises Europe's "strength" after Trump says countries fail to control migration or take action to end the Ukraine war.

French far-right leader tells BBC he shares US warnings on Europe 'for most part'
The US's new National Security Strategy suggests Europe is facing "civilisational erasure".

Member of UK armed forces dies in accident in Ukraine
He died in an accident away from Ukraine's front lines on Tuesday, the Ministry of Defence says.

UK asylum system hit by inefficiencies and wasted funds, watchdog finds
In a new analysis, the National Audit Office finds “reactive” government policies moved problems elsewhere.

UK spending half an hour longer online than in pandemic, says Ofcom
The survey found people in the UK spent on average four hours and 30 minutes online every day in 2025

'It's insulting they think we can't handle it': The Australian teens banned from social media
Millions of Australian teens will no longer be allowed to use social media. Who wins and who loses out?

The Papers: Trump says Europe 'weak' and 'faithful servant' Winkleman
The US president has attacked Europe, with his comments splashed across a number of Wednesday's front pages.

'What's your name?' - Moment police confront Luigi Mangione at McDonald's
Prosecutors have released bodycam footage showing the initial interaction between officers and the suspected CEO killer.

Mutated flu virus is circulating - so should you buy a vaccine this year?
Flu has come early and experts predict it could be a particularly nasty season.

MI5 under more scrutiny after multiple criticisms
Concerns are raised over whether the MI5 can be trusted to provide full evidence to courts and investigations following the findings of Operation Kenova.

Two teenagers went to seek gold. They were buried alive in a mine collapse
Poverty in Sierra Leone is pushing more students into risky work, which proved deadly for two boys.

Google unveils plans to try again with smart glasses in 2026
It is a significant turnaround for the tech giant after its first attempt - Google Glass - was pulled in 2015.

Iain Douglas-Hamilton, pioneering elephant conservationist, dies aged 83
His groundbreaking field research was instrumental in banning the international ivory trade and protecting elephants from poachers.

MI5 closely involved in handling of IRA spy Stakeknife, says report
The final report of Operation Kenova says the security service had "greater knowledge" of Stakeknife than it had first stated.

Storm Bram brings flooding and travel disruption to UK
Amber and yellow warnings for wind are in place, with gusts of 90mph forecast in north-west Scotland.

Artist Nnena Kalu earns 'historic' Turner Prize win
Kalu wins for her sculptures and drawings, becoming the first learning disabled artist to scoop the award.

Thousands of flood defences below standard as Storm Bram hits
A BBC study lays bare the scale of flood defences in England that are in need of maintenance.

Hundreds of youth centres planned to reach 'isolated' generation
The government sets aside £500m it says is needed to revive services aimed at disconnected teens and young adults.

Man who grabbed Ariana Grande kicked out of Lady Gaga concert
The incident in Australia comes after the man was jailed for nine days and deported from Singapore for public nuisance.

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Where Did The Covid Fraud Cash Go?
Much of £11bn Covid scheme fraud 'beyond recovery', report says.

Will a social media ban for Australian teens work?
The world’s first social media ban for under 16’s starts this week – will it succeed?

Big result for Slot and Liverpool with no Salah in Milan
Liverpool win away in the Champions League without Mohamed Salah for the first time since 2009, in a big night for boss Arne Slot.

Australia captain Cummins back for third Ashes Test
Pat Cummins, who has not played since July, will captain Australia in the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide next week.

Son, Simons and mini Spurs revival lift Frank's spirits
Son Heung-min's emotional return sets the tone for another significant step forward for Spurs and head coach Thomas Frank, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Fifa accused of breaching own rules with Trump award
Gianni Infantino is accused of breaking Fifa rules by a campaign group after giving United States President Donald Trump a peace prize.