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Hot-shooting Suns have three 20-point scorers in 129-114 victory over Bucks
Milwaukee shot 51.2% and went 16 of 38 from 3-point range.

Bucks' Taurean Prince returns to action after rapid recovery from neck surgery
After making 73 starts for the Bucks in 2024-25, he had played eight games off the bench this season before his injury

Federal judges decline to extend appointment for interim U.S. attorney in Milwaukee
Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed Schimel in November to a 120-day term as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.

Nonprofit trains truck drivers to notice warning signs of human trafficking
The National Human Trafficking Hotline received 277 contacts from Wisconsin in 2024, according to the Wisconsin DOJ.

Statewide survey shows perception of Wisconsin tech colleges evolving
More Wisconsin residents hold a favorable option of the state’s technical colleges students, according to a new survey.

Winter fights back until the very end
A few strong storms may be possible during the transition to winter.

'Difficult decisions to make': MPS superintendent discusses vote to cut hundreds of positions
The school board voted to eliminate over 200 positions on Monday.

Childhood vaccination rates in Wisconsin continued to fall last year, data shows
About two-thirds of all children, 66.9%, had the recommended vaccinations at age 24 months, down by almost 2% from 2024.

National Retail Federation: Retail sales tick up in February
Howard business sees an uptick in traffic and sales in recent weeks.

Bill would require local approval for wind and solar energy projects
The Public Service Commission would only be able to approve the projects if local municipalities move them forward.

U.S. and Iran dig in and ramp up threats as war rages with no end in sight
The Pentagon said that about 140 U.S. service members have been wounded since the start of the war.

A Wisconsin whitefish refuge offers lessons for Michigan. But will it last?
Green Bay has become an unlikely whitefish hotspot, even as the species disappears across much of Lake Michigan and the lower Great Lakes.

Packers to trade Romeo Doubs to Patriots, release Nate Hobbs, sources say
Hobbs was signed in free agency last year by the Packers.

Brad Schimel won’t continue as U.S. Attorney for eastern district
He was appointed to the interim position for 120 days, but that period ends Monday, March 17 and won’t be extended.

Wisconsin farmer says Farm Bill needs to be rewritten
Last week, the House Agriculture Committee passed its version and sent it to the full chamber for consideration.

Report: Women remain underrepresented in Wisconsin political offices
Only 27% of elected offices were held by women in Wisconsin last year.

Don't miss these April election deadlines
Wisconsin’s spring election is almost here; you can head to the polls on April 7.

Voting in Wisconsin: Frequently asked questions
What you need to know before you vote.

Packers release offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins
Jenkins was selected in the 2019 NFL Draft as the second-round pick.

Packers send edge rusher Rashan Gary to Cowboys, AP source says
Dallas will send a 2027 late-round pick to the Packers.

World News

Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil
Average mortgage rates hit highest since last August in the biggest upheaval since the mini-Budget.

Boy, 16, arrested after girl is stabbed at school
Sources tell the BBC that pupils had to hide under their desks as the incident unfolded.

Inside the Russian explosives plot that sent incendiary parcels to the UK
Aleksandr Suranovas, charged with carrying out an act of terrorism for Russia, speaks to the BBC.

The Aldi-style disruptors who could be about to shake up the vets market
As pet owners complain of rising prices, independent practices want to take on the big chains.

UK government loses appeal over Kneecap terror charge
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, had been accused of showing support for proscribed organisation Hezbollah following a gig in London in 2024.

Alternative to HRT for menopausal hot flushes now on NHS
The non-hormonal daily pill could benefit 500,000 women for whom HRT is not suitable.

Weather warnings issued as gales set to batter parts of the UK
Strong winds are likely across many parts of the UK on Thursday before turning colder with some wintry showers at the end of the week, as Simon King explains.

Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM
Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out.

Pop music's bias towards English is fading, says Spotify
Songs in 16 languages featured in the global chart last year, as genres like Brazilian Funk explode.

UK couple die after being pulled from water at Australian beach
Local police say members of the public pulled the couple from the water and tried to save them.

What happens if Iran shuts the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran says it will "set fire" to ships trying to sail through the world's most vital oil transit point.

March organised by Iran-linked group banned after police request
Organisers say it is a peaceful pro-Palestinian event but it has been criticised for representing the Iranian regime.

Why air strikes on Tehran oil facilities are causing black rain
Air strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month.

Member of Iranian football delegation granted Australian asylum changes her mind
One of the seven women who received visas has reversed her decision after speaking to teammates, minister says

EU and UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence since Iran war
Six Palestinians have been killed during attacks by settlers in the West Bank since the start of Israel's war, the UN says.

Zelensky sends drone teams to Middle East, touting Ukraine's expertise
The Ukrainian president said it was a "good feeling" when allies asked for help countering drones.

Trump will welcome Iran at World Cup, says Fifa president
US President Donald Trump has said Iran are "welcome" to take part in this summer's World Cup despite the countries being at war, according to Fifa president Gianni Infantino.

Jeffrey Epstein had two key aides - why do they still control his money and secrets?
Richard Kahn and Darren Indyke administer Epstein’s estate - court filings allege complicity in his crimes.

Meeting my death row pen pal after 20 years
Rhys Williams became friends with rapist and murderer Roderick Orme after the pair began exchanging letters.

Wildlife to replace historical figures on banknotes - and you get a say
The public will help choose which animals and birds will appear on the Bank of England's new notes.

How To Make a Killing and Vladimir star on embracing slow living
Jessica Henwick says her latest role led her on a path to focusing on herself, as well as her career.

'Icky and heartbreaking': The $2 per hour worker behind the OnlyFans boom
The BBC talks to a Philippines-based woman paid to pretend to be an OnlyFans star in online chats.

Winter Paralympics daily guide: Seven golds to be decided on Wednesday
Your guide to what's happening and when and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina.

We deserve better after a year of all-out Birmingham bin strike
Householders describe recycling piled up in homes, sporadic waste collections and rat problems.

Quentin Tarantino to stage 'swashbuckling comedy' play in London
The film-maker will write and direct The Popinjay Cavalier, "a rambunctious comedy" set in 1830s Europe.

Glen Sannox ferry needs £3.2m repairs after one year in service
MSPs have been told the troubled CalMac vessel needs new propellors as part of multi-million pound repairs.

UK ticket holder wins £181m EuroMillions jackpot
Tuesday's win is the third-largest in UK National Lottery history, operator Allwyn says.

Ukraine says it has hit Russian 'missile component' plant
Russia says the attack hit civilians and could not have been carried out without British help.

Gerry Adams was on IRA army council, claims intelligence officer
Three IRA bombing victims are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for decisions to plant car bombs in London and Manchester in 1973 and 1996.

Woman charged with attempted murder after shooting at Rihanna's home
The woman posted about the singer online prior to the attack, the BBC's US news partner CBS reports.

Hereditary peers to be removed from Lords as bill passes
The bill abolishes the 92 seats reserved for peers who inherit their titles through their families.

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