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It's time to spin your ceiling fan the other way
Spinning your ceiling fan the right way can save you money on your energy bill.

More clearing overnight with warmer weather on the way
High temperatures will reach back into the 50s in many places Wednesday.

Packers suddenly find themselves in a tenuous position after consecutive home losses
The Packers had the NFC’s best winning percentage after beating the Steelers. Just two games later, they’re looking up at the Lions and Bears.

‘The deal just doesn’t deliver:’ Wisconsin Democrats don’t support bill to end government shutdown
The deal made between Senate Republicans and eight members of the Democratic caucus doesn’t include Democrats’ top demand to lower health care costs.

Mother of 6-year-old at center of Amber Alert case will stand trial
An Amber Alert was issued for Ruby Lehmann in September. She was found in the woods with a registered sex offender, who she and her mother lived with.

Wisconsin ranks first in nation for fall Drug Take Back Day
More than 53,000 pounds of unwanted medications were collected.

Wisconsin DPI releases annual school district, school accountability report cards
While most districts and schools either met, exceeded or significantly exceeded expectations, there were some outliers.

College campuses offer resources to students impacted by the government shutdown
With the ongoing government shutdown, college students across Wisconsin are facing financial hardship and food insecurity.

Sally Kirkland, stage and screen star who earned an Oscar nomination in 'Anna,' dies at age 84
She was also known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting."

MLB, sportsbooks cap bets on individual pitches in response to pitch-rigging scandal
MLB said Monday the limits were agreed to by sportsbook operators representing more than 98% of the U.S. betting market.

Towns along 'MadWaukee' corridor seeing more growth
More companies have been investing in the area for its strategic location and workforce availability.

Snowfall totals around Michigan
Lake-effect snow continues through early Tuesday.

Wisconsin man accused of setting fire to congressman's office pleads no contest to arson charge
Caiden Stachowicz, 20, of Menasha, entered the plea Monday in Fond du Lac County Circuit Court.

Packers' struggles on offense continue for second straight game
The Packers have scored just one touchdown in each of their last two games.

Everyday Hero: MPS school chosen to represent Wisconsin in national art competition
The project, called the National Scrollathon, will bring together the work of more than 250,000 participants from all over the U.S.

Small Wisconsin communities look to boost housing options as populations grow
A new 42-unit apartment is scheduled to open in Brillion next fall, where growth is the fastest in the state.

Jaelan Phillips' productive Eagles debut paces dominant defense in 10-7 win over Packers
Brandon McManus’ attempt at a game-tying, 64-yard field goal as time expired fell several yards short.

Dennis Krause Blog: Offense stagnant in Packers loss
Monday night’s 10-7 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles at Lambeau Field dropped the Packers to 5-3-1.

Fox Valley small businesses help SNAP recipients for Thanksgiving
From free Thanksgiving meals to $1 soup and a neighbor rack, businesses are finding ways to support their communities who supported them in the past.

Milwaukee marks Word Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims
An event is planned for Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Century City Tower Building at 4201 N. 27th Street in Milwaukee.

World News

BBC must fight to restore trust, Nandy tells MPs
The culture secretary tells MPs the BBC “has faced criticism from all sides”, as Donald Trump threatens to sue for $1bn over a documentary edit.

NHS manager who groomed young girls on Snapchat jailed for 28 years for rape and abuse
Paul Lipscombe used fake names and lied about his age to win over his victims.

Government to reconsider compensation for women not warned of pension age change
Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden says that the rethink does not mean that payouts will necessarily follow.

'There was a state of terror': Sudan hospital worker describes fleeing before alleged massacre
"I have lost the people whose faces I used to see smiling," says Abdu-Rabbu Ahmed after escaping el-Fasher.

Northern Lights set to dazzle UK this week due to possible 'severe' geomagnetic storm
Activity on the surface of the Sun means the chance of the Northern Lights shining over the UK is high this week as Elizabeth Rizzini explains.

Cryptoqueen who fled China for London mansion jailed over £5bn Bitcoin stash
Qian Zhimin bought cryptocurrency using funds stolen from thousands of Chinese pensioners, say police.

Hamas fighters trapped in tunnels present new obstacle to Gaza ceasefire progress
Mediators are trying to negotiate the exit of scores of fighters believed to hiding in a southern area of Gaza under Israeli control.

Jilly Cooper died from head injury, says coroner
The popular author suffered the injury during a fall at her rural home, an inquest was told.

Kate and Queen lay Armistice Day wreaths as nation pays tribute
The Queen and the Princess of Wales have joined services to mark Armistice Day in the UK.

More than 90 prisoners freed by mistake since April
The government publishes new figures for England and Wales, as it faces pressure over accidental releases.

Nurses penalised for complaining about trans woman in changing room, tribunal told
Closing submissions are being made in an employment tribunal brought by eight female nurses.

Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn E Jean Carroll verdict
The top court is Trump's last hope of having a jury's unanimous verdict thrown out. Whether it will take the case is unclear.

'This animal spared my life': Biologist bitten in head by shark hopes to meet it again
Despite having worked with sharks for 30 years, Mexican Mauricio Hoyos never thought he would encounter one so close up.

I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! confirms 2025 cast
Kelly Brook, Ruby Wax OBE and Jack Osbourne are among the celebrities braving the jungle this year.

Nearly all NHS England trusts failing to hit cancer target - find out how yours is ranked
Experts say patients are being harmed by cancer diagnosis and treatment delays.

The WW1 piper who marched through gas, bullets and bombs to save his regiment
Daniel Laidlaw was awarded the Victoria Cross for his bravery in the face of battle.

Four potential obstacles in House vote to end US shutdown
The spending plan may have passed the Senate, but it's not yet a done deal in the House.

'Sea legs meant I couldn't bowl' - when England travelled to Australia by boat
Wonderful food, the Duke of Norfolk and Fred Trueman refusing to run laps - England's 1962-63 tour of Australia, the last time they travelled by boat.

Why is one of Edinburgh's best views still off limits?
The historic Radical Road path was closed in 2018 due to rockfall but a plan for its full reopening has still to be agreed.

Andrew shuts down Pitch@Palace business
The closure of the former prince's start-up competition Pitch@Palace marks his step away from public life

Hospital trust fined £500k over death of young woman on mental health unit
Alice Figueiredo, 22, took her own life at Goodmayes Hospital, east London, in July 2015.

Man dances for 144 hours to break video game marathon record
Szabolcs Csépe played Dance Dance Revolution for six days to secure his place in the record books.

Asylum seekers can stay at Epping hotel after council loses legal battle
A council has lost its legal battle with the government in a landmark High Court ruling.

Vinted users outraged by sizing changes
The popular second-hand shopping app has changed how sizes are categorised.

Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his last
Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo says the 2026 World Cup will be his last.

Lloyds' use of staff bank data during pay talks 'concerning'
The bank looked at anonymised information about spending habits, saving rates and salary increases.

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Americanswers on 5 Live! Why is Donald Trump threatening to sue the BBC for $1 billion?
And how will the U.S. government shutdown end?

Will We See Trump v BBC In Court?
How likely is it that President Trump’s threat to sue the BBC will end up in court?

The engrossing biopic of a Hollywood icon's early years
Based on a true story, starring Toby Jones, Lesley Manville and Harry Lawtey

Churchill faces his gravest dilemma
Churchill must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler or fight for the greater good.

The little-known letters between Einstein and Freud
Exploring the 1932 letters between Einstein and Freud on global peace and total war.