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Iran launches new attacks targeting Israel and Gulf countries as it seeks to ramp up pressure on U.S.
The war launched by the United States and Israel has sent oil prices surging and stunned global economies.

Packers release offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins
Jenkins was selected in the 2019 NFL Draft as the second-round pick.

Packers send edge rusher Rashan Gary to Cowboys, AP source says
Dallas will send a 2027 late-round pick to the Packers.

'I’m so very excited about representing our district': Michael Hernandez introduced as Green Bay Area Public Schools superintendent
On Monday, Hernandez shared with the community how he plans to put his 18 years of education experience across Wisconsin to use in Green Bay.

MPS Board approves plan to cut 260+ non-classroom jobs 
On Monday night, the Milwaukee Public Schools board voted 5-2 to move forward with the proposal.

Virtual reality aids in exposure therapy for patients
Rogers Behavioral Health is using virtual reality to help with mindfulness and exposure therapy.

We switch from a fake spring to a real winter forecast
Switching from record high temperatures to the return of snow and wintry mix.

Everyday Heroes: Vets & Friends serves up free meals for military veterans
Jeffrey Huelsbeck said what began as a simple coffee gathering has exceeded all of his expectations.

Oil prices jump and markets slide as Iran names new supreme leader and digs in
The appointment marked a new sign of defiance by Iran's embattled leadership.

Packers backup quarterback Malik Willis headed to Dolphins, sources say
It comes as the Dolphins confirmed they're moving on from quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

Reports: Packers trade Quay Walker to Raiders
According to NFL Network, it’ll be a three-year, $40.5 million deal, with $28 million guaranteed.

Time to trade? Investment advice as war continues
President Donald Trump suggests Iran war could soon end.

'It's kind of rough right now': Food delivery drivers feeling pressure as gas prices rise
Gas has increased by 38 cents since the conflict in Iran intensified, according to AAA.

Fox Cities business anticipates increased revenues this year
A little more than 16% of Fox Cities businesses expect entering new markets will be central to their primary growth in 2026.

Milwaukee leaders highlight Vision Zero as traffic deaths decline
Traffic deaths in Milwaukee declined by 19% in 2025 compared to 2024, according to leaders.

Manitowoc mayor highlights city projects, drink on the go program
New life for the former Mid-Cities Mall site is one of the projects in the works.

State Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler won’t seek re-election in 2027
It paves the way for another open race for a seat on the court.

Milwaukee man charged in Aurora Sinai hospital shooting
Ronnell Dwayne Shaw Jr. faces several felony charges in a shooting that left one person injured and one on life support.

Childhood vaccination rates in Wisconsin continued to fall last year, data shows
About two-thirds of all children, 66.9%, had the recommended vaccinations at age 24 months, down by almost 2% from 2024.

Wisconsin outdoor recreation broke records in 2024, generating $12 billion
The largest area was multi-use apparel and accessories, which had a $1.3 billion impact

World News

An 'epidemic' of violence: The women and girls killed by men last year
We tracked reports and contacted police and prosecutors for a deeper look at the situation across UK.

Inmate charged with murder of Soham killer Ian Huntley
A prison inmate has been charged with the murder of Soham killer Ian Huntley, police say.

Glasgow Central Station still shut but seems to have avoided major damage from fire
A huge fire destroyed a neighbouring building but Network Rail staff believe the station has not been seriously damaged.

How the 'red v blue school wars' exposed the social media gap between children and parents
Parents were frightened by social posts that seemed to encourage violence at schools. But it was more complicated than it looked

Olivia Dean to headline final day of Radio 1's Big Weekend 2026
The annual music festival will take place in Sunderland's Herrington Country Park from 22 to 24 May.

Five Iranian footballers granted Australian visas after anthem protest
Concern has grown for team after one critic called them "wartime traitors" for failing to salute during the Iranian anthem.

Joey Barton charged after assault near golf club
The former footballer is arrested along with a second suspect near Huyton and Prescot Golf Club.

Maternity inquiry chair named in government U-turn
Donna Ockenden is appointed to lead the maternity services inquiry at Leeds hospitals.

Wildflowers blanket Death Valley in best display since 2016
The California desert is seeing its most colourful display in a decade as flowers cover the region.

Vicar defends church's devil-horned bench tribute to Prodigy's Keith Flint
Some are questioning if the Satanic detail is appropriate in a Christian place of worship.

Energy prices fall and stocks rise after Trump says war is 'very complete'
The US president's comments lead to a drop in crude costs and a rebound in shares.

Why the price of oil matters more than you might think
A shock to oil supplies is rattling financial markets, driving up prices at the pump and raising fears of a bigger economic hit.

UK preparing support ship to deploy to eastern Mediterranean
RFA Lyme Bay is placed on "heightened readiness" as a precaution, the Ministry of Defence says.

Iranians deeply divided over Mojtaba Khamenei's rise to power
While pro-establishment crowds celebrate Khamenei's appointment as his father's successor, others believe it signals no change to how Iran is ruled.

GPS jamming: The invisible battle in the Middle East
GPS jamming has made navigation hazardous in the Gulf, spurring efforts to develop alternatives.

How the Iran war may affect your money and bills
The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

Has Hollywood golden boy Timothée Chalamet lost his shine?
Is the backlash against Timothée Chalamet about more than his views on ballet and opera?

'I thought my unborn baby had died in e-bike crash'
Siobhan Barling's baby was born six weeks early and seriously ill after being hit by an e-bike.

Frozen out? The 'mixed' team event with one female player
Despite Para-ice hockey being a 'mixed' event at the Winter Paralympics, just one female player will compete at Milan-Cortina.

Georgia voters to pick replacement for Marjorie Taylor Greene in special election
The shadow of Greene, who resigned from Congress after a rift with the president, looms large over a crowded contest.

Like Brooklyn Beckham, I don't speak to my family - we need to talk about estrangement
Ben hasn't spoken to his mother for three years, and helps others experiencing family estrangement.

Overseas 'content farms' creating political deepfakes uncovered
The warning comes as work to spot and combat deepfakes ahead of the Senedd election is taking place.

'Soft, friendly and some slobber': Crufts win puts Clumber spaniels in spotlight
The breed can trace its origins to a grand country estate in the heart of Sherwood Forest.

First V-level subjects announced with aim to 'prepare for future jobs'
Ministers say "bold reforms" for post-16 students will end snobbery and prepare students for work.

Rape victims to get specialised legal advice in courts
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy says the changes are part of "rebalancing the system to put victims first".

Snow for some as winter weather returns to UK this week
The weather is set to get a lot colder as the week progresses, as Tomasz Shafernaker and Simon King explain.

Family of child injured in Canada school shooting sues OpenAI
The family alleges the firm knew the perpetrator was planning a "mass casualty event" but failed to contact the authorities.

Former US Open champion Gary Woodland 'can't waste energy' hiding PTSD diagnosis
Former US Open champion Gary Woodland says he "can't waste energy any more" hiding his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan
Lawyers including top barristers and retired judges urge the government to drop a plan to abolish some jury trials.

China exports surge despite Trump tariffs
Official data shows shipments rose by 20% this year with growth in European and other Asia markets.

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How the Iraq war's legacy shaped the UK's Iran response
And the critisism of it from Donald Trump and Tony Blair.