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Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz dies at 89
Holtz died while surrounded by family members in Orlando.

Marcus Center unveils largest Broadway lineup in its history for 2026-27 season
Here's a look at what shows are coming to the big stage, from returning classics to new favorites.

Student arrested after potential threat led to digital learning day for Neenah Middle School
The school district said there was never an actual threat to students or staff and the individual is now in custody.

Running back Chris Brooks agrees to terms with Packers
Running back Chris Brooks has agreed to a two-year, $4.85 million contract to stay with the Green Bay Packers, according to his agency.

‘It’s the Wild West’: Wisconsin lawmakers debate ways to keep kids safe on social media
Among the proposals is the “Kids Online Safety Act,” which passed the Assembly last month.

Report details barriers to Wisconsinites living better lives
New State of Literacy Report was released Wednesday.

Madison Muslims pray amid Middle East tensions
Imam Alhagie Jallow discusses mosque safety and security amidst Middle East conflict

Scholar Athlete: Kole Stauffacher
The three-sport athlete and straight-A student make an impact on his school and community.

MPD officer charged with misuse of Flock cameras has resigned
MPD said it became aware of police officer Josue Ayala’s misuse of the cameras in December 2025. He was using it to track someone he was dating.

Grand Chute Fire Department salutes one of its own deployed in the Middle East
The department is showing support by wearing red shirts that say “support our troops” while on duty this week.

Clouds with a few showers in spots overnight
The best chance for rain will be in southern Wisconsin.

Mukwonago School District reviews safety protocols after parent brought gun on bus
The school district said the parent from Section Elementary School got on the bus due to a “personal safety concern.”

Wisconsin lawmakers briefed on war with Iran
One Democrat left with questions; two Republicans left feeling more confident in the conflict.

Former Badgers chase dreams at NFL Combine 
Two players who suited up for Wisconsin last year, edge rusher Mason Reiger and wide receiver Vinny Anthony II, stated their case for NFL teams.

Gastroenterologist shares ways to prevent colorectal cancer
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Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Green Bay area right now
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Green Bay area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Madison area right now
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Madison area.

Top 10 lowest gas prices in the Milwaukee area right now
With each gallon draining your wallet, cheaper is better. Here are the lowest-priced stations today in the Milwaukee area.

Green Bay landlord will pay $50,000 to tenant in sexual harassment lawsuit
David Jones was accused of sexually harassing a female tenant, which is in violation of the Fair Housing Act.

Wisconsin growing out EV Charging infrastructure to meet growing demand
In November 2025, the secretary of Wisconsin’s Department of Transportation said there were more than 37,000 electric vehicles registered in the state

World News

US sub sinks Iranian warship in Indian Ocean, Hegseth says
Sri Lanka's navy says around 140 people are feared missing after a military vessel went down off its southern coast.

'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under 'constant' US-Israeli strikes
Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones.

How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict
Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale.

Satellite images show Iranian navy and nuclear sites hit by US-Israeli strikes
US-Israeli strikes have destroyed at least 11 Iranian naval vessels, images reviewed by BBC Verify show.

Mahmood to set out curbs to asylum seeker support
The home secretary will say in a speech the move is required to restore "trust" to the asylum system.

MP says she has seen nothing to suspect husband has broken law, after China spying arrests
The Met Police suspect three men of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK.

Drug breakthrough for children with severe form of epilepsy
Families say the groundbreaking medicine is transforming the lives of children with Dravet syndrome.

Dentists who failed to see enough NHS patients return £900m of government funding
Sum represents £1 out of every £7 they have been given by NHS as dentists opt to chase private work.

Harry Styles shares how Liam Payne's death made him relook at his life
The singer revealed the impact of losing his former bandmate while discussing his upcoming album.

Debut novelist wins major book award for story inspired by lesbian mothers
Claire Lynch's novel was inspired by the lesbian women who lost custody of their children in the 1980s.

The devastating conflict where both sides have reasons to keep fighting
A strong supply of weapons and a history of long wars make Sudan's conflict particularly troubling.

The Papers: 'Trump's war goes global' and 'Labour ensnared by China spy probe'
Many of the papers on Thursday have honed in on an expanding war zone in the Middle East.

Dirty laundry and chocolate bars: How Venezuelan prisoners smuggled messages out of jail
Prisoners recently released from detention in Venezuela describe the conditions under which they were held.

Watershed moment as Russia's sporting exile ends
Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia's controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.

Key takeaways from Texas primaries, as midterm build up begins
Contests in the southern state are signalling which way the Republicans and Democrats are heading.

Starmer defends Iran response as Badenoch calls for more action
It comes after Trump criticised the PM for refusing to allow the use of UK bases in the initial US-Israel strikes.

First UK government flight to leave Middle East with more planned
The UK government says more than 130,000 British nationals have registered their interest in leaving the Middle East region.

Iran postpones Khamenei funeral as US-Israeli bombardment continues
An official says more preparations are needed for the three-day ceremony in Tehran, where the supreme leader will lie in state.

Shifting stories and unanswered questions about Trump's war on Iran
BBC's Analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at the mixed messaging given by President Donald Trump's administration for its actions in Iran.

In maps: Five days of strikes across the Middle East
Israel has continued strikes across Iran and Lebanon as Donald Trump warns action could continue for weeks

How has Iran responded and which countries has it attacked?
Iran continues retaliatory strikes against Israel and across the Gulf, as US and Israeli attacks on Iran enter a fifth day.

UK warship HMS Dragon not expected to sail to Cyprus until next week
HMS Dragon is being loaded with ammunition in Portsmouth having just recently come out of maintenance.

'No to war': Pedro Sánchez hits back as Trump threatens full trade embargo on Spain
Spain's prime minister delivers a strong rebuttal to US President Donald Trump's threat to end trade with his country.

Stock markets and oil prices still volatile over fears Iran war may drag on
Experts have warned that if oil and gas prices remains elevated it could make goods and services more expensive.

Israel tells people in large parts of southern Lebanon to leave ahead of attacks
Civilians are being displaced, taking shelter in tents, parks and cars, as Israel retaliates to Hezbollah rocket attack.

Venezuela's interim president says country will work with US on mining developments
Venezuela's interim president made the announcement after meeting with US interior minister Doug Burgum at the presidential palace in Caracas.

Spring sunshine means parts of the UK to bask in temperatures of 19C
Warm temperatures for many are expected on Thursday but spring is showing its fickle nature with the weather is set to change next week as Darren Bett explains.

Russia blames Ukrainian naval drones as tanker sinks in Mediterranean
The Arctic Metagaz went down between Libya and Malta after it was hit by explosions and a fire, Libyan officials say.

Rabies victim's deterioration was 'traumatic'
Yvonne Ford's daughter tells an inquest they do not want another family to endure the same loss.

Man on trial for rape that saw Andrew Malkinson wrongfully jailed
Paul Quinn denies raping a woman in a case that led to one of the "very worst" miscarriages of justice.

US Congress votes to summon Attorney General Bondi in Epstein case
Republican lawmaker Nancy Mace, who introduced the motion to subpoena Pam Bondi, has accused the justice department of a "cover-up".

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