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Lawyers say Packers' Josh Jacobs has 'tangible evidence' disputing allegations from other women
Police on Friday released records from their investigation that included the accounts of three other women who shared similar allegations.

Brewers fans line up overnight to meet Christian Yelich in Greendale
Brewers fans lined up overnight in Greendale to meet Christian Yelich as World Series celebrations continue after record crowds and merchandise sales.

Wisconsin farmer: Rural voters ‘pretty dissatisfied’ with options on ballot
Dylan Bruce is voting for Democrat Rebecca Cooke over Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden.

Coach Matt LaFleur says Packers anticipate keeping Josh Jacobs on their roster
“We’re going to allow the NFL to do its process, but I would anticipate him being a member of us moving forward,” LaFleur said Monday.

What to watch for during Election Day in Wisconsin
Polls close at 8 p.m. on Tuesday.

How to reuse your pumpkins after Halloween
There are many ways to reuse your pumpkins after Halloween.

Eau Claire State Senate race could determine control of the chamber
Democrat Jeff Smith is seeking re-election and is being challenged by Republican Michele Skinner.

Taking the temperature of Wisconsin farmers before the election
For farmers that typically lean conservative it's been a challenging year economically; will that motivate them to get to the polls?

Could weather have an impact on the 2026 elections?
Rain can be a factor in who turns out to vote.

Two races to watch in battle for State Senate control
Democrats are hoping to flip two open seats in their bid to run the State Senate in 2027.

Appleton Police investigating multiple deaths on south side
When officers responded to a complaint on Oct. 30, they found that multiple people had been shot, and they worked to secure the scene.

David Crowley’s record from Wisconsin Assembly to Milwaukee County executive
Though Crowley touts Act 12 among his biggest accomplishments, the sales tax increase has been criticized as much as it has been celebrated.

Where to get your 2026 We Energies Cookie Book
The annual recipe book will be available this year starting on Monday, Nov. 2.

A look at Congressman Tom Tiffany’s record on Capitol Hill as he seeks promotion
Tiffany is the Republican candidate for governor in Wisconsin.

Now Hiring: Kikkoman growth brings more job opportunities to southern Wisconsin
Kikkoman’s $560 million Jefferson investment builds on 50 years in Walworth County and could create more long-term jobs in southern Wisconsin.

'Slept on the sidewalk': Brewers fans go all out to meet William Contreras
Brewers fans lined up in Brookfield to meet World Series MVP William Contreras, as championship celebrations continued.

Brewers chaplain connects World Series win to faith during Mass
At St. Matthias in Milwaukee, Brewers Chaplain, Father Jerry Herda, and parishioners linked the team’s first World Series title to faith and prayer.

Here's where Wisconsinites in need can get a free Thanksgiving meal
This Thanksgiving, many Wisconsinites are prioritizing helping others by providing community meals or free Thanksgiving food baskets.

In Focus: Democrats look ahead to midterm election
WisDems Chair Devin Remiker joined us to talk about the party’s outlook for the election.

World News

UK and EU agree draft deal to scrap Brexit red tape over food exports
The food deal, ahead of a UK-EU summit later this month, is the most significant part of the so-called Brexit reset agreed so far.

Spanish footballer dies after collision with goalkeeper during match
Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel dies after suffering an on-field collision during a Spanish second-division match.

Americans head to the polls for elections that could define Trump's closing chapter
The midterms will shape Congress for the last years of his presidency, writes Sarah Smith, but they are also a test of what politics may look like without him.

US strikes Iranian island ahead of midterm elections
US officials described the attacks on Qeshm Island as limited and defensive, according to CBS, the BBC's US partner.

Mahmood refuses to detail cost of revised settlement plans
The home secretary says the full cost of dropping plans to extend the wait for settlement will be laid out in future.

Scientists detect signals at the smallest scale ever explored
Researchers have detected signals from the smallest distances ever probed.

Billions of times smaller than an atom: What is the zeptoverse?
BBC science correspondent, Pallab Ghosh, takes us into the zeptoverse and explains how it could change our ideas of how the universe works.

'Mogging' is Collins' word of the year... but do you know what it means?
The slang term, which relates to outshining or upstaging someone, is one of 10 words celebrated.

PM plans debt reset for Commonwealth nations as slavery apology talks begin
The move comes as the prime minister begins talks about the UK issuing a formal apology for the slave trade in the next year.

Thousands of European troops to rehearse Ukraine deployment in event of peace
Western officials stress that any force sent to Ukraine would not take part in any offensive operations.

Who are the victims of the deadly Florida jet crash?
Sunday's crash killed all nine people aboard, including a tech entrepreneur and his young family, as well as the 20-year-old copilot.

West Ham sack head coach Nuno Espirito Santo
West Ham United sack head coach Nuno Espirito Santo after their disappointing start to the Championship season.

A simple guide to the midterms
US voters will head to the polls on Tuesday in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency.

When will we know the US midterms results?
Once polls close, it is possible the results will not be projected for several hours, days or even weeks

Supreme Court rejects Trump's request to stop California counting disputed votes
The ruling, which comes on the eve of the midterm elections, essentially ends the Trump administration's bid to disqualify the ballots in the state.

Watch: Trump targets midterm voters with final campaign speech at Reflecting Pool
In his last public speech before crucial midterm elections, the president gave a detailed recounting of the Washington landmark's troubled renovation.

How to follow the US midterm elections on the BBC
Whether you plan to follow the US midterms on TV, radio or online, the BBC has you covered.

James Blunt on Traitors: I tried - and failed - to get banished
The pop star on new music, The Traitors, and what really went down at James Acaster's banishment.

Indonesia's toxic haze is giving its neighbours a political headache
Governments in Singapore and Malaysia are split between anxious citizens and an irascible neighbour.

Jewellery sold as sterling silver on Amazon and Temu found to contain toxic chemicals
An investigation by Watchdog analysed 25 items bought from Amazon, Etsy, Temu, eBay and OnBuy.

What are the planned changes to immigration rules?
The home secretary sets out plans to change requirements for permanent settlement in the UK.

From scooters to shampoo - the people saving hundreds from dumpster diving
The men and women who rummage through commercial bins to take clothes and other items.

The Papers: Mahmood's 'Duty of care' or 'climbdown' and 'The new cold war'
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's revision of settlement plans for migrant care workers features prominently in Tuesday's papers.

If hackers can take control of a supermarket freezer, how vulnerable is other tech?
Dozens of shops across European countries have been hit by a cyber-attack affecting their fridges.

AI data centres could undermine UK's emissions goals, BBC finds
Four planned "hyperscale" data centres consider using gas-fired power for their electricity needs.

North Korea denies being behind record $6.3bn Binance hack
US government agencies and cyber analysts have blamed Pyongyang for the record-breaking heist.

Major study into 'forever chemicals' in people's bodies launched in UK
The government is launching the first study to measure PFAS in the UK population to understand the risks.

Horse sold by King Charles wins Melbourne Cup
Point of Law ridden by Ethan Brown has won Australia's "race that stops a nation".

Mahmood scraps settlement plans for migrant care workers
The home secretary laid out a revised proposal for changing when migrants can claim permanent residency.

Family of girl murdered by ex given law change hope
The family of Holly Newton, stabbed to death at 15, is told the law will change after their campaigning.

Apple unsure when more foldable iPhones will be available after selling out
Apple’s foldable iPhone Duo was a hit with people willing to spend $2,000 on a new mobile.

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