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Funding for Wisconsin FoodShare benefits to run out in 10 days due to government shutdown, Evers says
Wisconsin received a notice from the Trump administration saying there would be “insufficient funds” to pay out the full November SNAP benefits.

French culture minister says Louvre security worked during jewel heist
Officials said the heist lasted less than eight minutes in total, including less than four minutes inside the Louvre.

Toney enters race for Wisconsin attorney general, touting ‘public safety over politics’
Toney ran unsuccessfully in a close race in 2022, with Attorney General Josh Kaul coming out the winner. He'll now face him again.

Ohio State's Julian Sayin named National Freshman of the Week
Sayin has earned a national player of the week honor for the eighth time.

One pioneering study provides decades worth of data on menopause
Menopause has historically been an under-researched topic, but much of what we do know comes from one study that spans three decades.

Former Milwaukee City Attorney faces more charges, this time over money laundering, stolen property
It comes as Tearman Spencer is still awaiting trial for misconduct in office and obstructing an officer.

Hong Kong reopens runway after cargo plane crash though it won't be used regularly for now
Investigators were continuing to work to determine the cause of the crash.

Voters support consolidating MPS to stabilize district’s finances, survey shows
More than half of voters said they would support consolidating public schools to address challenges in the district's finances.

Memoir by Prince Andrew's and Epstein's accuser reignites scandal that long dogged U.K. royals
The prince said last week that he will stop using his titles, including Duke of York, but reiterated that he "vigorously" denies Giuffre's claims.

Wisconsin deer activity predicted to rise on roads
WisDOT urged drivers to be cautious on the roads, as deer activity increases in the state during the fall months.

2 arrested in connection with death of 4-year-old boy in West Allis
Police said a 21-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman have been arrested in the incident and are currently in custody.

Blue Jays in World Series for first time since before Ohtani was born, while Dodgers seek to repeat
The Blue Jays will host the Los Angeles Dodgers in Friday night's opener.

Wisconsin's dairy industry helps buffer agribusiness
With more than 90% of one custom harvesters work related to dairy, it's helping buffer some of the global turmoil in grain markets, like soybeans.

Oak Creek Mayor Dan Bukiewicz touts Buc-cee’s, other new business development
He talked about the rebirth and completion of Lake Vista Park, which hasn’t been open for 100 years.

Hold on tight to that umbrella!
Scattered showers circulate through the state with windy conditions.

Biden completes a round of radiation therapy as part of his prostate cancer treatment
Biden was diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer in May.

Green Bay's LaFleur focusing on entire Steelers team as Packers get ready to face Aaron Rodgers
LaFleur said that “we're playing the Pittsburgh Steelers, who happen to have Aaron Rodgers” when he was asked about preparing to face the quarterback.

Milwaukee Bucks unveil new food, beverages and retail offerings for the upcoming season
New food fare on the concession roster include King's Hawaiian pretzel bites, loaded baked potatoes, pizzas, salads and more.

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport estimates no passenger growth in 2026
The airport saw a roughly 8% decline in passengers from Jan. through Aug. 2025, compared to the same period in 2024.

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease spreads in Wisconsin schools
The end of summer and early fall is peak time for HFMD to spread.

World News

Third survivor quits grooming gang inquiry panel
"Elizabeth" says the process felt like "a cover-up", as she joins Fiona Goddard and Ellie Reynolds who quit the panel in protest on Monday.

The deal that means Prince Andrew can still afford to live in Royal Lodge
Controversies around Andrew have thrown a spotlight on his living arrangements and how he can fund his lifestyle.

Children paid 'huge price' in Covid pandemic, Johnson tells inquiry
The former PM says lockdown rules "probably did go too far" and says children could have been exempted.

Israel's 'yellow line' in Gaza gives Netanyahu room for manoeuvre
Israeli forces have pulled back to a boundary which leaves Israel in control of most of Gaza - keeping far-right ministers on Netanyahu's side, for now.

Weather warnings issued as potential named storm forecast to affect the UK
With weather warnings issued and the potential for a named storm, Simon King takes a look at the forecast.

British grandmother on Bali death row to return to UK after drug smuggling conviction
Lindsay Sandiford, 69, spent years in prison in Indonesia after being convicted of drug smuggling.

French ex-president Sarkozy begins jail sentence for campaign finance conspiracy
Nicolas Sarkozy, president from 2007-2012, has appealed against his jail term at La Santé prison.

Hermès appoint British designer to lead menswear
Grace Wales Bonner becomes the first black woman to lead design at a major fashion house.

Oxford Union president-elect ousted over Charlie Kirk posts
The Oxford Union announces George Abaraonye loses a no-confidence motion by 1,228 votes to 501.

Japan's first female leader: A historic moment with caveats
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's first female prime minister, is not known for progressive views on women's equality.

'It's harder to be a parent than a space shuttle commander', trailblazing Nasa pilot tells BBC
Astronaut Eileen Collins is the first woman to pilot and command a spacecraft.

Hamas ruled Gaza with an iron rod - will it really give up control?
Hamas is diminished but far from spent - Israel may have to deal with it for some time to come

Reaching 100: 'I never thought I'd make it to this age'
The number of people reaching 100 years old is at an all-time, according to data by the ONS.

How the mask slipped during US fugitive Nicholas Rossi's court saga
Unravelling the case of a US fugitive who claimed to be the victim of mistaken identity after being traced in Glasgow.

Stunning Orionid meteor shower peaks tonight - here's how to see it
The Orionids are thought to be one of the most impressive meteor displays, peaking around 21-22 October. Here's more on how you can spot them lighting up the night sky.

Holly Willoughby murder plotter Gavin Plumb has appeal dismissed
Judges say Gavin Plumb intended harm "of the gravest and highest possible kind" to Holly Willoughby.

Eight countries added to methanol poisoning warning list
Japan, Mexico and Peru are among the nations included in the updated Foreign Office guidance.

Watch: Tornado hits Paris suburbs leaving one dead
A 23-year-old construction worked has been killed after a tornado tore through Val-d'Ois, north of Paris, on Monday, toppling three construction cranes.

France's crown jewels may have already been broken up to sell on, experts say
Experts warn that whilst the criminals may yet be caught, the gemstones they stole may never be recovered.

Former judge resigns as chair of Sheku Bayoh death inquiry
Mr Bayoh was 31 when he died in May 2015 after being restrained by six police officers in Kirkcaldy, Fife.

Pizza Hut reveals locations where restaurants will close
Administrators said the business had been hit by "challenging trading conditions and increased costs".

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The Virginia Giuffre Memoir And Prince Andrew
Virginia Giuffre details allegations against Prince Andrew in posthumous memoir.

The Louvre daytime heist that shocked the world
How thieves stole France’s crown jewels and what they could do with them

Is Dyche the right man to repair Forest?
Sean Dyche answers an SOS call from Nottingham Forest as the club look to restore confidence - is he the right man for the job?

Wales recall Rees-Zammit for autumn Tests
Wales recall Louis Rees-Zammit for their autumn Tests, two years after he last played for his country and switched from rugby to American football.

Meet the Sunday league team with 1,800 Premier League appearances
How do you improve a stellar veteran team who have won back-to-back titles? Recruit a raft of former Premier League and international stars.

Villa warn fans against political messaging at Maccabi Tel Aviv game
Aston Villa remind fans of Uefa rules against "the displaying of political symbols, messages or flags" before next month's Europa League match with Maccabi Tel Aviv.

'We are relegation candidates' - West Ham's big month
Winless in six, fans boycotting and no new manager bounce. This is the start of a season-defining period for West Ham.

Injured Australia captain Healy out of England match
Captain Alyssa Healy ruled out of Australia's World Cup meeting with England on Wednesday with a calf injury.

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