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Brewers giving shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt an 8-year, $50.75 million deal, AP source says
The Brewers selected Pratt in the sixth round of the 2023 draft.

In wake of Bayshore 'takeover,' anti-violence groups worry more events could follow
More than a dozen people currently face charges.

Brewers acquire outfielder Luis Matos from Giants for cash
Milwaukee completed the trade Monday and made room for Matos on the 40-man roster by designating left-handed pitcher Sammy Peralta for assignment.

Generous acts: Businesses challenging businesses to support TSA workers
Wait times are improving at some U.S. airports now that TSA workers have been promised their first paychecks in weeks.

'Might be scared to see the prices': Landscapers begin spring season with fuel price uncertainty
Landscapers are considering a fuel surcharge to offset the rising costs.

Milwaukee won’t get red light cameras after lawmakers didn’t vote on legislation to allow them
The Safe Roads Save Lives Act would have allowed Milwaukee to use traffic cameras to crack down on reckless drivers running red lights or speeding.

Spring warmth leads to spring thunderstorms tonight and Tuesday
Scattered storms develop tonight and could bring large hail threats.

Kenosha police make arrest in 1977 cold-case murder
The arrest comes more than four years after the Kenosha Police Department’s Cold Case Unit reopened the case.

Wildfire near Madison burns about 10 acres of land
Fire officials say they believe the fire was started intentionally.

Phillips Mayor Charles Peterson talks tourism, local challenges
Peterson also discussed affordable child care.

Chesney the kangaroo scales tall fence and flees petting zoo for three days on the lam
The young marsupial was spooked by stray dogs and went on the run last week.

State Supreme Court debate rescheduled to April 2
The original debate had been postponed after candidate Chris Taylor came down with kidney stones.

After fatal on-duty shooting, a Wisconsin officer spent 6 years battling mental health. Now he’s helping others heal
Adam Meyers said he ended up losing his job after being diagnosed with PTSD and being deemed “unfit for duty.” He took a year to seek help and heal.

Filmmakers hopeful tax credits will bring more work to Wisconsin
Wisconsin's film tax credits began last month.

Now Hiring: Woof Gang Middleton brings paw-some jobs, perks
Dog lovers wanted at new Middleton shop, particularly groomers.

Wisconsin men’s hockey advances to Frozen Four, a first in 16 years
Senior captain Ben Dexheimer had the winning shot 24 seconds into overtime, putting Wisconsin on top 4-3 to overcome Michigan State.

Wisconsin small businesses square off with higher energy prices
About 80% of small businesses nationwide say they’re feeling the effect of higher energy prices.

Christian Yelich homers to cap a 6-run rally in the 8th inning as Brewers beat White Sox 9-7
Milwaukee fell behind 7-2 in the first three innings before coming all the way back.

Brewers season brings boost to businesses
The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their earliest Opening Day in franchise history.

Wisconsin prepares for spring election cycle as early voting begins
Turnout is expected to be lower than last year, but early voting remains popular.

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Millions of drivers mis-sold car finance to receive average £829 in compensation
The City regulator says 12.1 million mis-sold motor finance deals will be eligible for redress.

What was the 1970s oil crisis, and are we heading for something worse?
While both crises involve oil, experts say there are some important differences between what happened in the 1970s and today.

Scott Mills sacked from BBC Radio 2 after allegations over 'historic relationship'
He has not hosted his show since Tuesday and the BBC said he is "no longer contracted to work" there.

Why the benefit used by over 8 million people may not be fit for the future
Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?

PM gives BMA 48 hours to call-off strike or lose 1,000 training posts
Resident doctors announced a six-day strike in England next month after talks broke down last week.

Beatrice and Eugenie won't be at royal Easter service
They are understood to have made "alternative plans" instead of joining the Royal Family in Windsor.

Céline Dion announces comeback shows four years after Stiff Person Syndrome diagnosis
The star was diagnosed with a rare condition that affects her singing voice and her ability to walk.

Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law
The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month police manhunt
Porepunkah has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.

Barbie Dream Fest in Florida to issue refunds after fan complaints
Fans, who paid up to $450 (£340), complained of a grey convention centre backdrop and a "swag bag" that included only a plastic pouch with a Barbie hand sanitiser.

Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.

Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones
Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard an RAF Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.

How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island
Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.

Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon
It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices
Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.

How will car finance compensation payments work?
Compensation could be given to many of those who took out a car loan between April 2007 and November 2024.

The Papers: 'Scott Mills sacked by BBC' and 'Starmer's 48-hour ultimatum'
Former BBC presenter Scott Mills appears on most of the papers, after he was sacked following allegations about his personal conduct.

Huge fires at Russian oil facilities following Ukraine strikes, satellite images show
BBC Verify examines recent damage to three key Russian oil export facilities near the Baltic Sea.

Euphoria season three trailer: Everything we know so far
The third season will air on 12 April and picks up five years on from the last episode.

Will crash shake golf from its dependency on Tiger Woods?
Golf correspondent Iain Carter assesses what the impact of Tiger Woods' latest crash might be on his roles in golf.

Veteran abused for being gay seeks £50k MoD payout
A reparations scheme offers up to £70k to those who were forced to leave the military for being gay.

New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready
Weekly food waste collections are required for all English homes as new legislation takes effect.

Teaching union votes against plans for new Year 8 reading test
The government says assessments are "vital tools" for identifying areas where pupils need extra support.

Easter bank holiday weekend set to be busiest on roads in four years
The bank holiday weekend is set to see the busiest roads since Easter 2022, despite rising fuel cost fears.

Most Syrian refugees expected to return home in three years, German chancellor says
Merz’s government has taken a tougher line on refugees and migrants, amid surging support for the anti-immigration AfD party.

Partner of Scottish crime boss Steven Lyons arrested in Dubai
Amanda Lyons was held over offences alleged to have been committed in Spain.

Teen admits £140k cosmetics shoplifting spree
He stole cosmetic products from Boots and Holland & Barrett stores across London.

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Scott Mills Sacked By BBC
Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC following allegations about his personal conduct.

What is RFK doing to vaccines for children in America?
Trump’s Health Secretary hits a major setback to “Make America Healthy Again”

De Zerbi in advanced talks to become Spurs manager
Tottenham Hotspur enter into advanced talks with Roberto de Zerbi, with the former Brighton manager now willing to take charge immediately, according to sources.

Tuchel not angry over England withdrawals
England manager Thomas Tuchel says he is not disappointed with the players who have pulled out of the squad for Tuesday's friendly against Japan.