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Only a handful of voters take to polls for February primary election
Not everyone will vote today. Here’s how you can find out if you do.

Boyfriend charged with homicide after Marinette woman found dead
Gabriella Cartagena went missing on Feb. 4 and was last seen leaving home for an errand with her boyfriend, Robert Chilcote.

From property tax relief to school funding, here are 3 things Gov. Tony Evers is likely to talk about during his final State of the State address
You can expect to hear the governor discuss the need to address the cost of living, which remains a top priority for him in 2026.

Port Washington data center opposers file petition to recall city's mayor
Organizers claim Mayor Ted Neitzke has not done enough to keep the community properly informed of the data center being built in the city.

African American environmental pioneers recognized during Black History Month
The 2026 African American Environmental Pioneer Awards was held Monday, Feb. 16.

Everyday Heroes: Group sends cancer-stricken families on memorable trips
Family and friends of Jess Haag keep her spirit alive by sharing two things she loved, family and adventure.

Slightly cooler today with more clouds
Tuesday stays unseasonably mild, but cooler than yesterday.

Ice caves open at Apostle Islands for first time in 10 years
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore said visitors can get updates about the caves being open or closed by 7:30 a.m. each day during the event.

No. 24 Wisconsin moves back into Top 25 by displaying a knack for beating Big Ten's best teams
The Badgers responded by becoming the first team this season to beat three top-10 teams.

'We've already taken significant steps': Green Bay School District facing up to $32M deficit
The lack of sufficient state funding, declining enrollment and increasing prices have the district fighting a continual funding battle.

'Same crap, different day': Gwen Moore comments on video depicting Obamas as apes
Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, also speaks on the SAVE America Act and Department of Homeland Security funding.

Jefferson County Administrator Michael Luckey talks economic prosperity in the ‘MadWaukee Corridor’
From foreign investments to new infrastructure and land acquisition, Jefferson County leaders have a long list of projects on the docket.

Judge upholds permits for Enbridge Line 5 reroute around reservation
Enbridge is planning a 41-mile reroute around the reservation’s southern border for the aging pipeline.

‘Kimberly Akimbo’ makes its Wisconsin debut this month
The story, set in the 1990s, follows a 16-year-old girl with a rare genetic disorder that “ages her four times faster than the average person."

3 Madison police officers injured during an arrest
Police were responding to a person throwing things of their balcony and hitting people and a bus below.

Jordan Stolz calmly looks ahead to trying to win a 3rd Olympic speedskating gold
Before Stolz competed in the 500 meters at the Milan Cortina Games, his coach found him laying down in the athletes’ lounge, not a care in the world.

Searchers find wreck of luxury steamer lost in Lake Michigan more than 150 years ago
The Lac La Belle left Milwaukee in October 1872. It was headed to Grand Haven, Michigan, when it began taking on water and sank.

Madison health officials warn of another measles exposure at Holiday Inn
It's not related to the case confirmed at UW-Madison last week.

'They're rationing insulin because of costs': Wisconsin bill proposes $35 insulin caps as prices surge
Wisconsin could be the 30th state with insulin price caps if state lawmakers pass the bill.

'An incredible sport': Biathlon competitors celebrate sport at national competition in Brillion
The biathlon is a less-celebrated sport, but it's popularity may be on the rise.

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Watch: Key moments that defined Jesse Jackson's life
The civil rights leader, who ran for president twice in the 1980s, leaves a lasting legacy.

Dual nationals face scramble for UK passports as new rules come into force
Entry requirements to the UK for dual nationals are being overhauled as part of sweeping changes to the immigration system.

Cold health alert issued as Arctic air sweeps the UK
Yellow weather warnings will also come into force on Wednesday across parts of England and much of Wales.

How dark web agent spotted bedroom wall clue to rescue girl from years of harm
Detectives desperate to locate a 12-year-old, seen abused online, found a surprising lead.

Reform names Robert Jenrick as pick for chancellor
Leader Nigel Farage says Reform is "the voice of opposition" to Labour, as he unveils his new top team.

UK unemployment hits highest rate for nearly five years
It marks the highest rate since the Covid pandemic, official figures show.

Electronic artist and YouTuber Look Mum No Computer to represent UK at Eurovision
The synth artist and Eurovision fan says he finds it "completely bonkers" to be representing the UK.

Shop owners in Northern Ireland fear violence after paramilitaries demand protection money
One business owner says she was approached by paramilitaries before her new shop even opened.

'A sad day' - curling cheating row at Winter Games unsettles Canadians
Both men's and women's Canadian curling teams have been accused of cheating at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Councils face 'uphill struggle' after elections delay U-turn
Thirty councils across England now have to organise local polls after the government abandoned plans to delay.

USA's Meyers Taylor, 41, becomes oldest individual Olympic champion at a Winter Games
Elana Meyers Taylor made history by winning monobob gold to become the oldest individual athlete to become Winter Olympic champion, all while empowering mothers and female athletes.

Lindsey Vonn 'yet to stand' but returns home to US
Lindsey Vonn is home in the United States after four operations on the broken leg she sustained at the Winter Olympics - but is yet to stand up nine days after the crash.

A big day for GB's men's curling team - Tuesday's guide
What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

The man whose bad break-up gave Madonna her breakthrough hit Like A Virgin
Billy Steinberg, who has died at the age of 75, co-wrote Madonna's 1984 chart-topper Like a Virgin.

Adoption breakdown ended my career and relationship – we're told to get on with it
A mum says she has been physically attacked by her daughter and is reaching "breaking point".

Can you really depuff your face? The truth about three common treatments
We look at three viral hacks to unpick fact from fiction - the effects are often at best, temporary, say experts.

How will freeze on tax thresholds affect your take-home pay? Use our calculator
Wages have been rising faster than prices but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.

Watch Lunar New Year celebrations around the world
Millions of people around the world are celebrating the start of the Lunar New Year, with festivities taking place from Hong Kong to Buenos Aires.

Facing a demographic catastrophe, Ukraine is paying for troops to freeze their sperm
The law funds troops who want to freeze their eggs or their sperm, as Ukraine's population plummets.

Boy first in UK to have pioneering leg-lengthening surgery
Alfie Phillips, 9, had the pioneering treatment at Liverpool's Alder Hey Children's Hospital.

Nuclear talks between US and Iran end in Geneva
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said the two countries had reached an understanding on the main "guiding principles", but work still needs to be done.

Italian toddler critical after undergoing heart transplant with organ damaged 'by frostbite'
Several people are under investigation after the organ was reportedly damaged during transport between hospitals.

France releases suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after fine paid
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said the vessel was departing Marseille after a payment of "several million euros".

MPs may investigate Andrew over trade envoy claims
The business committee will discuss whether to "take this investigation forward" when they meet next Tuesday, Byrne says.

Legal challenge to Met's Freemasons policy thrown out
The Met had announced that membership of the Freemasons or similar organisations would have to declared.

Royal Mail given two weeks to respond to claims it is prioritising parcels
MPs have raised "significant concerns" about reports of "failures in service" at the company.

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Is It The End Of The Global Order As We Know It?
Starmer says Europe must be ready to fight, but can it afford to?

Will the US Supreme Court stand up to Trump?
Or will the court expand the US president’s power?

Arsenal make Saka best-paid player with new five-year deal
England winger Bukayo Saka commits his future to Premier League leaders Arsenal by signing a new five-year deal.

'We really messed up' - does European football need more balance?
One set of clubs dominate the Champions League, another win their domestic title every year but cannot compete - does European football have a problem?

Australia eliminated from T20 World Cup after Ireland-Zimbabwe washout
Ireland and Australia are both eliminated from the T20 World Cup as washes out the Group B game between the Irish and Zimbabwe.