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Sunny & pleasant weather for this Sunday
Today brings a beautiful blue sky with a brisk breeze.

Flood recovery continues for First Lutheran Church in Janesville
First Lutheran Church in Janesville is rebuilding after flood damage, as nearly 960 Rock County properties seek FEMA assistance.

Stopping the spread of respiratory diseases during the holidays
Statewide, DHS data confirmed 20.3% of Wisconsinites have received a flu vaccine so far for this respiratory season.

New Mississippi River bridge opens months ahead of schedule
The bridge connects Crawford County to Lansing, Iowa.

Health officials warn of possible public measles exposure at Marathon County emergency department
Officials said Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. people at the emergency department at the Marshfield Medical Center – Weston may have been exposed.

Milwaukee-area health providers urge MMR vaccinations after Wisconsin infant measles death
A Children’s Wisconsin pediatrician said that the vaccine is safe and effective.

We Energies rate hikes spark affordability concerns in Milwaukee
Milwaukee is considering a $1.35 million study of a possible city-owned utility.

Wisconsin State Patrol trooper detained by ICE to be released
A Wisconsin State Patrol trooper was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Thursday morning.

Janesville voters approve referendum for major GM/JATCO site projects
Janesville voters approved new oversight for major GM/JATCO site projects, requiring public approval for proposals of $450 million or more.

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.

Wisconsin Democrats eye schools, taxes and childcare under trifecta
Wisconsin Democrats are preparing to take full control in Madison, with affordability, schools and taxes topping their agenda.

'Mrs. Doubtfire' brings a Wisconsin actor home in a dream-come-true role
"Mrs. Doubtfire" will have two performances at the Stefanie H. Weill Center for the Performing Arts on Nov. 7.

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.

3 things to watch in Packers vs. Patriots game
The Packers haven't played in New England since 2018.

New Fisher House breaks ground in Middleton for Madison VA veterans
It will offer free stays for Madison VA veterans’ families, expanding support during treatment starting in 2027.

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

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.

World News

How the deadly shooting in Krakow unfolded
Video authenticated by BBC Verify shows the moment gunshots rang out in Krakow's main market square.

Government 'looking seriously' at banning under-16s from Vinted and eBay
The culture secretary confirms reports they could be in the list of platforms set to be banned next March.

Trump asks UFC boss to be White House press secretary: 'Dana, please take the job!'
It was unclear how genuine the president's offer was, although White later said he would travel to Washington for them to meet.

Veterans shouldn't sleep rough this Christmas, Burnham says
Downing Street says the prime minister will personally write to councils on Armistice Day to urge them to draw up plans.

My parents chose to die together and I was left to grieve alone
Els and Jan sought medical intervention to end their lives after 50 happy years of marriage, leaving behind their only child.

The Trump coalition is shattered - what will Republicans do now?
Republicans can stick with Trumpism or chart a new path, writes BBC Washington correspondent Daniel Bush.

Labubu hype seemed unstoppable, now the fluffy monster mania is fading
Parent company Pop Mart's revenue has fallen as appetite for the quirky collectible monsters wanes.

Ambika Mod wants to change how South Asian women are seen on-screen
The actress joins the cast of Black Doves for the second season of Netflix's spy thriller.

Can the Zelda remake capture the magic of the original?
Nintendo has released its remake of what is considered one of the best games ever made - the BBC's Tom Gerken gives his verdict.

'Soap operas on steroids': Microdramas are going mainstream
The snappy, high-octane episodes - viewed on your phone - are huge in China and on the up in the UK.

Germans wrestle with what to do with Hitler's destroyed Eagle's Nest retreat
While some believe the site should be partially or completely rebuilt, others want it abandoned and all memory of its Nazi past forgotten.

Israel's president tasks opposition leader Eisenkot with forming government
Neither PM Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc nor that of his rival secured a majority in last week's election.

There's finally a treatment for my five-year-old's dementia - but it'll cost me £3m
The dementia treatment for children is available in the US, with funding for UK children unclear.

Two seriously hurt in 30-vehicle crash on the M20 in Kent
The crash happened in fog on Saturday evening on the London-bound carriageway near Maidstone, Kent.

I won't let my daughter's killer live in my head, says Sarah Payne's mother
Sara Payne says she found out her eight-year-old had died as it was being reported in the news.

'We have our own fair playing field': 1Xtra launches first ever UK rap chart
The top 20 best selling UK rap tracks will be celebrated each week on Radio 1Xtra with DJ Kenny Allstar.

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.

Town crier crowned one of the world's loudest women
Brenda Willison breaks two Guinness World Records for the volume of her voice.

Turtle returns to sea after 22 years recovering in Irish aquarium
After two decades in the care of Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium the turtle rescued in 2004 is finally well enough to return to the wild.

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Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet and Hugh Grant star in a 1995 adaptation
Elinor and Marianne Dashwood are thrown into sudden hardship on the death of their father.

I haven't thrown anyone under the bus - Khawaja
Usman Khawaja says he has "not thrown anyone under the bus" with revelations about the sandpaper scandal that engulfed the Australia team in 2018.

Walsh-inspired Australia crush irate Samoa to reach World Cup final
Reece Walsh scores a hat-trick as Australia reach the Men's Rugby League World Cup final by overwhelming a Samoa side left fuming by a series of refereeing calls against them.

'I can't believe he is one of us' - inside Salah's life in Trabzon
BBC Sport travels to Turkey to watch Mohamed Salah play for Trabzonspor and discover how the 'Egyptian King' is settling into life by the Black Sea.

The oldest club in London making FA Cup history
Cray Wanderers host Stockport County in the FA Cup first round, with 112 league places separating the two sides.

'The worst conditions in my 35-year career' - commentating in the FA Cup fog
BBC Sport commentator Steve Bower gives an insight into trying to commentate when thick fog engulfs a stadium and you can barely see the action.

Qualifying conditions borderline - but Norris and Russell hoping for more rain
Polesitter Lando Norris says qualifying for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix brought "some of the wettest conditions" in which he had ever driven.