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Brewers edge Padres 3-2 in NLDS opener that features bizarre play in 9th inning
Chourio also hit a two-run homer as the Brewers won for the 16th time in 19 games.

Padres' uncanny ability to foul off pitches chases Misiorowski from NLDS opener after 4 innings
The San Diego Padres hung tough against the NL Cy Young Award favorite by fouling off 30 of his 88 pitches.

Brandon Woodruff isn't ruling out possible World Series return if Brewers make it
The two-time All-Star last pitched on July 4 and wasn’t included on the Brewers’ roster for their NL Division Series against the San Diego Padres.

Beautiful fall Sunday ahead following morning clearing
Expect a mostly sunny end to the weekend across the state.

Colton Joseph accounts for 4 touchdowns and Wisconsin routs Michigan State 31-3
Jacob Harris rushed for two scores for the Badgers (4-1, 2-0 Big Ten), who have won four consecutive games.

Governor says Tennessee's prisons chief is resigning after failed execution of Christa Pike
Frank Strada, commissioner of the Department of Correction, will step down this month, Gov. Bill Lee said.

What to know about the investigation into Cornell University gang rape allegations
The task of unraveling the case will fall to the state's attorney general, Letitia James, who was appointed as a special prosecutor.

Brewers postseason home games bring over $5 million in economic impact, report shows
Milwaukee businesses are preparing for bigger crowds as the Brewers get ready to take on the Padres.

Measles cases climb to 243 in Wisconsin so far this year
More cases were added to Southwest Wisconsin outbreak, which is currently the largest in the state.

Group Health Cooperative opens Pathways to Recovery program
The new program aims to expand substance use treatment to reach more people in need.

Packers' offensive line shuffle continues with Banks and Monk getting ruled out for Buccaneers game
Friday’s update follows the Packers’ additions of veteran guards Kevin Zeitler, Laken Tomlinson and Mekhi Becton — all former first-round draft picks.

Milwaukee brothers use youth sports to support local church
Three Milwaukee brothers use youth sports to raise money, collect food and recruit volunteers for nonprofits.

Wisconsin food bank closing down as need spikes
Kenosha Food Bank announced its closure Friday.

Madison police investigate shooting of 16-year-old
Police said the boy’s mother has been gone for a month and no one has been checking on him.

Rally for the Valley supports Fox Cities tornado recovery in Menasha
The event includes performances by bands Soul Asylum and Fountains of Wayne, along with comedian Charlie Berens.

Impact of U.S./Canada trade war on Wisconsin's dairy farmers
Leaders from Wisconsin's agriculture community said they hope for a more balanced trade agreement with Canada.

La Crosse Police seeking 16-year-old suspect in shooting death of 15-year-old
15-year-old Rashied Schuelke was shot and killed on Thursday night.

Brewers prepare for playoff series against Padres at American Family Field
The Brewers open a best-of-five division series at American Family Field against a Padres team that surged into the playoffs.

'The Wiz' eases on down the road to Madison
"The Wiz" runs at the Overture Center for the Arts from Oct. 6 to 11.

Preble High School employee under investigation by police for alleged inappropriate conduct
Police are now investigating, but no arrests have been made yet.

World News

Burnham scraps controversial plans to curb jury trials
The key policy idea announced by David Lammy when he was justice secretary will no longer go ahead.

Tories pledge to remove £100,000 childcare 'cliff edge'
Party leader Kemi Badenoch tells the BBC that she wants to see "people who work harder" not getting punished for doing so.

Cornell president says university 'must do better' after frat house rape allegations
Michael Kotlikoff described the allegations of a woman who says she was drugged and gang raped as "deeply disturbing".

Bellingham unlocks new level and potential to be 'one of the greatest'
Jude Bellingham's international future was being called into question a year ago, but now he is regarded as potentially one of England's "greatest of all time".

When parenting advice becomes too much
Many parents feel overwhelmed by the amount of parenting information available

Man shot dead as families gather for memorial in London
The 40-year-old died at the scene in west London from a gunshot wound, the Met Police said.

The Celebrity Traitors connections that might surprise you
Lots of the stars have worked together, some are good friends - and that can impact the show's dynamics.

What to know about Brazil's election pitting Lula against Flávio Bolsonaro
Polls suggest the election will be a closely run contest between the left-wing incumbent and his right-wing rival.

Why Canada is preparing for a (long shot) US invasion
Prime Minister Mark Carney has said the military is running scenarios in the unlikely case the US invades Canada.

Kemi Badenoch has cemented her image. Now she wants to put her party back on the big stage
The Conservative leader is expected to set out a return to core conservative principles at the party’s annual conference.

Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says
The man accused of trying to take over the Israel-bound jet is named as Hamam al-Hammami by several media outlets.

The Papers: 'Another tax bombshell?' and 'Terror plot targets'
Several of today's papers feature Andy Burnham's latest plans as PM, including experts warning of a potential tax rise to help cover his social care plan.

'Anger in the streets': Tens of thousands protest in Spain over housing crisis
More than 50 protests took place on Saturday after the government failed to get emergency legislation through parliament.

Tennessee prison chief to resign after Christa Pike's failed execution
Pike's lawyers said the failure "goes far beyond any one person". Pike is in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections.

Autumn chill to arrive this week as temperatures set to drop
After highs of 28C in the final week of September, cooler air will arrive this week with temperatures falling closer to the seasonal norm.

Sinfield completes fundraising challenge of seven ultramarathons in a week
Sir Kevin Sinfield crosses the finish line at Old Trafford after seven ultramarathons in seven days.

Rare tornado whips through small Australian town
The twister was caught on camera in Ulladulla, New South Wales, damaging property and downing trees.

You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to save it
Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.

New life for dog rescued from house with 83 others
Katy is one of the springer spaniels who has now been rehomed after RSPCA investigation.

Friends embark on 20-year board game battle
James Purcell and Andy Taeger are confident their friendship will survive the test.

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Bellingham unlocks new level and potential to be 'one of the greatest'
Jude Bellingham's international future was being called into question a year ago, but now he is regarded as potentially one of England's "greatest of all time".

Two going on four, five or six on good night for new Scotland era
Scotland scored twice in North Macedonia but the scoreline does not reflect their dominance in Skopje, writes Tom English.

Wakefield beat Warrington to win Super League
Wakefield Trinity end a 58-year wait to be champions as they claim a deserved Grand Final success over Warrington Wolves at Old Trafford.

Who was the best player on the pitch? - England player ratings
England produce one of their best performances in recent times as they thump Croatia 6-0 in Rijeka. How did our report rate the players' performances?

'Incredible' Red Bull upgrade enlivens F1 in Malaysia
Even Lewis Hamilton fears Max Verstappen will be tough to beat in Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

Leicester hold off Newcastle for first Prem win
Leicester Tigers pick up their first win of the season with a tense and hard-fought victory at Newcastle Red Bulls in the Prem.