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'Best fanbase in the world': Brewers fans are World Series-ready
The World Series is here and Milwaukee Brewers fans are coming out to support their favorite team.

Measles cases climb past 300 in Wisconsin so far this year
According to health officials, 333 of the 335 cases were in unvaccinated individuals.

Josh Jacobs says Packers running backs must help out their injury-riddled offensive line
Jacobs is confident that he has shaken off the rust that came from missing the first six games of the season while on the commissioner’s exempt list.

Ratings for small-market Brewers-Rays World Series down only 6% through 2 games
Milwaukee's Game 1 win averaged 12.26 million viewers, while Game 2 had 10.85 million.

Brewers fans flock to the Trop, eager to celebrate the franchise's first World Series title
They're sipping Wisconsin beers in the parking lot and chanting “Let's go Brewers” in the stands.

Supper club puts spooky twist on Wisconsin tradition
Candlelit elegance will meet the eerie mysteries of Wisconsin’s past at Dawn Manor, a supper club overlooking Mirror Lake in Baraboo.

The Brewers' World Series run a hit for tourism, business
Experts say the impact's immediate and long-lasting.

Unseasonably warm weather returns Wednesday
High temperatures will climb into the 60s and 70s.

Tom Tiffany making final push ahead of Election Day
The Republican from Minocqua says he has a vision for Wisconsin that starts with lowering costs for working families.

Brewers fans take over St. Petersburg before Game 3
Brewers fans packed St. Petersburg bars before Game 3 of the World Series, bringing Milwaukee energy near Tropicana Field hours before first pitch.

Brewers' Robert Gasser spins World Series gem unlike any by a lefty since Sandy Koufax
Gasser faced the minimum over six dominant innings, pitching the Brewers to the brink of their first championship in a 10-1 win over the Rays.

3 things to watch in Packers v. Panthers
This is already the second Thursday night game for the Packers this season.

Everyday Hero: Winchester quilt shop raises money for local veterans’ Honor Flight
Primitive Gatherings aims to fund an entire flight for local veterans.

We debunk 13 Wisconsin voting myths
Voting myths may stop people from voting. Here's the truth behind those misconceptions.

Brewers rout the Rays 10-1 to move within a win of their first World Series title
Brewers routed the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 on Monday night to move within one victory of their first World Series title.

Dennis Krause Blog: Just a formality now for Brewers
This is a coronation, not a series.

Herro has 23 points and 10 rebounds as the Bucks beat the Pacers 110-102 for first win of the season
The Bucks avoided their first 0-4 start since 1976-77.

Hales Corners seniors relive Brewers and Braves World Series memories
Hales Corners seniors are cheering on the Brewers in the World Series while reliving memories of the Braves’ 1957 win and the Brewers' 1982 run.

Another penalty-filled performance leaves the Packers fuming after 20-17 loss to the Lions
Penalties have caused problems all season for the Green Bay Packers, who have been flagged more times per game than any other NFL team.

'They were lies and they were mistruths': Madison's former interim police monitor disputes firing by Common Council
Madison’s former interim police monitor is disputing her firing as city leaders cite concerns over hiring and budgeting duties.

World News

Watch: What happens now after close vote in Israeli election?
Polls have closed in the Israeli election, but there is no clear winner.

Chris Mason: Budget needs to go some way towards delivering PM's promises
Support on the cost of living, and in particular energy bills, as well as announcments on devolution will be central to John Healey's first Budget.

King acknowledges 'suffering of the past' as Caribbean tour begins
The King is on a nine-day tour that will take him to three countries, including the Bahamas, Guyana and Antigua and Barbuda.

Thick fog to create dangerous driving conditions for UK commuters
After storms across the UK, the weather is set to turn calmer with mist and fog at times over the coming week.

Landline switchover could cut people off in emergency, minister warned
Plans to switch to digital landlines by January could leave remote areas of the UK vulnerable, MPs say.

Alexander brothers each sentenced to 30 years in prison in sex trafficking case
The trio - two of whom were high-profile US real estate moguls - were found guilty using their social status to lure women to parties and then raping them.

Ceasefire extended across Ukraine's Kherson region, officials say
The truce was originally planned for the stranded residents of Oleshky, and Russia and Ukraine say no breaches have been reported.

Manhunt under way for Tennessee killer who escaped prison through a fence
Morley was given a life sentence for the 2022 killing of his co-worker Cody Birchfield.

Serial killer Ted Bundy linked to teenage girl's murder after 52 years
Authorities in Utah used advanced DNA technology to solve the cold case decades after the notorious killer was executed.

A bust-up between mathematicians is fuelling fears that AI could undermine science
AI has made some awesome scientific discoveries. But now, questions are being raised about its accuracy

Trump says US voter fraud is 'rampant' - evidence suggests it is extremely rare
As the US president casts doubt on the security of the midterm elections, BBC Verify examines his claims.

China's families are now supporting more old people than kids
The latest figures mark a major milestone as Beijing grapples with an ageing population.

The Papers: 'Budget for a difficult moment' and Netanyahu's 'fate in balance'
Most of the papers focus on the Budget, ahead of its delivery at lunchtime on Wednesday.

Where does Fleetwood beating Arsenal rank in biggest cup upsets?
BBC Sport looks at the history of the biggest FA Cup and League Cup upsets after Fleetwood Town's shock win against Arsenal.

Healey to promise £15m to tackle misogyny in Budget
The Conservatives doubt whether women and girls will feel safer as a result of the funding.

Two in court over alleged Iran-linked plot at RAF Fairford
Mohmed Abdulkarim and Nouman Essghir, both 24, appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.

Minimum wage set to rise but 18-20 year-olds will not get bigger increase
Chancellor John Healey will reveal the new pay rates in the Budget, and has also announced measures to help households with the cost of living.

Men abused woman after her husband drugged and advertised her online, court told
Four men stand trial after the woman's ex-husband has pleaded guilty to drugging and raping her.

UK and EU officials to discuss freedom of movement
Officials are expected to begin discussions on a range of options for the future UK-EU relationship before a summit next month.

Dutch zookeeper dies after being mauled by leopard
The woman began her career at the park when she was 17 and had worked there on-and-off for four decades.

Unnamed celebrity accused of 'inappropriate sexual activities', court hears
The man is asking the High Court to prevent two news organisations from publishing the allegations.

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'Biggest night in the club's history' for fearless Fleetwood
A whopping 83 league places separated Fleetwood from Arsenal, yet the hosts booked their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-final thanks to their penalty shootout win over the Gunners.

Dowman sees red as Arsenal dumped out, but did Arteta go too far?
A shocking defeat, a red card card, a penalty-shootout and a drone tell the story of Arsenal's dramatic loss to League Two Fleetwood Town in the last-16 of the Carabao Cup.

Where does Fleetwood beating Arsenal rank in biggest cup upsets?
BBC Sport looks at the history of the biggest FA Cup and League Cup upsets after Fleetwood Town's shock win against Arsenal.

Man Utd stick with Carrick - inside a turbulent 48 hours at Old Trafford
BBC Sport looks at the 48 hours that led to Manchester United deciding to keep under-pressure Michael Carrick as their head coach for Saturday's trip to Chelsea.

Australia fight back to keep Cummins out of unwanted club... for now
Australia fight back in afternoon and evening against South Africa to spare the blushes of captain Pat Cummins in third Test.

Barcelona fined £503 over approach for Alvarez
Barcelona are fined 602 euros (£503) following a complaint by Atletico Madrid over contact the club made with striker Julian Alvarez.

Williams loses again - to opponent 28 years younger
Former world number one Venus Williams, 46, loses for the 16th match in a row as she is beaten by an opponent 28 years younger.