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Here’s what Susan Crawford’s win means for the future of Wisconsin’s Supreme Court
Conservatives won’t have a chance to gain a majority on the court until 2028 when Justice Rebecca Frank Dallet’s term expires.

Chief Norman addresses public safety, MPD staffing
He acknowledged that a big focus in 2025 will be on police officer recruitment and community engagement.

Democrats' win in Wisconsin court race also is a big loss for Elon Musk
The Democrats' candidate, Judge Susan Crawford, won comfortably. She and Democrats made Musk's spending the focus of their campaign.

Democratic-backed Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, cementing liberal majority
Crawford defeats Republican-backed Brad Schimel in the nation's most expensive judicial race.

Democratic-backed Wisconsin state schools chief Jill Underly wins reelection over GOP-backed rival
Wisconsin is the only state where voters elect the top education official but there is no state board of education.

Who is Susan Crawford? Wisconsin Supreme Court winner has fought for union and abortion rights
Wisconsin Supreme Court winner Susan Crawford has served as a Dane County Circuit Court judge since 2018.

Live updates: Crawford defeats Schimel in nation's most expensive judicial race, incumbent Underly wins DPI race
Follow along with live updates from polling sites as voters decide on an open state Supreme Court seat, state superintendent and more.

Eric Haase, Christian Yelich homer to back Chad Patrick as Brewers blank Royals 5-0 for 1st win
Patrick gave the Brewers something they hadn't had thus far — three scoreless innings to begin the game.

Bucks set team record for field-goal percentage in 133-123 victory over Suns
The Bucks shot 68.9% (51 of 73) from the floor to set a franchise record for field-goal percentage.

Escaped otter is home safe but zoo says her pal is still on the loose
Ophelia the escaped zoo otter is back home but Louie remains elusive — perhaps in search of a mate.

Recent Wisconsin Policy study looks at how Milwaukee education could improve
A Wisconsin Policy Forum study looks at why Milwaukee's education continues to score low and what it could do differently.

Now Hiring: Madison bricklaying business expands for spring, summer demand
Marvin’s Brickpavers is expanding its team to meet high demand this spring and summer.

More swerves hit Wall Street as Trump’s 'Liberation Day' nears
Uncertainty is still high about just what President Donald Trump will announce about tariffs.

Wisconsin executive chef to compete on 'Morimoto’s Sushi Master'
Jason Morimoto, who has worked at Screaming Tuna for about 14 years, will compete alongside seven other sushi chefs in the six-episode season.

Everyday Hero: Sauk County woman makes a difference for the homeless
Michele Feld, a retired speech pathologist, dedicates her time as a volunteer at Pathway Home.

Comedian responds to White House Correspondents' Association canceling performance at annual dinner
Last week, a White House official criticized the WHCA’s choice of comedian for this year's dinner, which comes amid strained relations.

Another powerful spring storm arrives tonight
Snow, freezing rain, rain and severe thunderstorms are all possible.

The Beatles biopics cast revealed: Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn and Harris Dickinson
Director Sam Mendes said all four films will premiere April 2028, calling it the “first binge-able theatrical experience.”

Thousands still without power in northern Wisconsin after ice storm
Wisconsin Public Service's outage map still shows over 30,000 without power.

ALCS shooting victim who was still in hospital back in ‘critical condition’
UW Health said the student, who had been in "good" condition, was now back to critical status.

World News

Top Gun and Batman actor Val Kilmer dies aged 65
He starred in some of the biggest movies of the 1980s and 90s, also including The Doors and Heat.

Twenty-three more women make allegations against serial rapist
Police in London say PhD student Zhenhao Zou's "offending group is far greater" than they had realised.

Chris Mason: Jitters, uncertainty and hope as UK awaits tariff decision
Talks are continuing between London and Washington at quite an intensity, our political editor writes.

Woman who reported predatory officer blamed by Met
The woman accused the force of trying to discredit her over her complaints against a Met constable.

Don't deport us over health issue, say British couple in Australia
A Macclesfield woman fears she will have to leave Australia due to her medical condition.

The pronatalists who believe Trump's White House is on their side
This fringe group have long courted controversy - but since Trump was sworn in for the second time earlier this year, their evangelising has reached a new level

Israel to expand military operation and seize 'large areas' of Gaza
Defence Minister Israel Katz said this would require a large-scale evacuation of Palestinians.

Environment Agency orders review into tyre recycling after BBC probe
Environment Agency review waste tyre exports after BBC probe reveals millions sent to furnaces in India.

Messages reveal prison staff violence towards inmates
Messages include jokes about someone who was said to be at risk of taking their life.

Democratic-backed judge wins Wisconsin race in setback for Elon Musk
Elon Musk was a prominent fundraiser in the campaign, and was the subject of attack ads aired by Crawford's supporters.

The man mourning 170 loved ones lost in Myanmar's earthquake
Scores of Muslims died in Sagaing when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.

Trump poised to reshape global economy and how world does business
The BBC’s economics editor Faisal Islam explains why a US tariff on goods imported into America is such a big deal for both consumers and countries.

Val Kilmer: A brilliant, underrated and unpredictable film star
An often underrated actor, Val Kilmer had extraordinary range.

The Papers: 'Trump trade madness' and 'BYD bonanza'
Most papers on Wednesday are leading on Trump's threat of global tariffs.

Drone footage shows scale of Greek island flooding
Flash flooding caused significant damage on the Greece's Paros island.

Guy Burgess's briefcase among MI5 artefacts on display
A battered leather briefcase left behind by Guy Burgess when he fled to Moscow in 1951 is among 20 objects from MI5's archives to go on display for the first time from Saturday.

BBC finds fear, loss and hope in Sudan's ruined capital after army victory
Our correspondent enters Khartoum just days after Sudan's army recaptured it from the Rapid Support Forces after a six-month offensive.

Public satisfaction with NHS hits record low
A fifth 21% happy with NHS in Britain, finds long-running poll, with waits and staffing of major concern.

Tourists and residents evacuated as volcano erupts in Iceland
The Blue Lagoon and the town of Grindavik were ordered to evacuate after earthquakes hit the area.

US prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione in CEO murder case
The 26-year-old is accused of shooting dead healthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel.

Trevor Lock, hero of Iranian embassy siege, dies aged 85
PC Lock was awarded for his bravery after it emerged he had tackled a gunman and saved the life of an SAS soldier.

Police shoot man dead at railway station
Officers say they confronted a man who was carrying a knife outside the station.

Virginia Giuffre grateful for 'love and support' after car crash
Ms Giuffre 'remains in serious condition' in hospital following a collision with a school bus, her family say.

Girl missing in River Thames named as Kaliyah Coa
A recovery mission is now under way to find 11-year-old Kaliyah along the Thames, Met Police said.

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Americanswers…on 5 Live! Could Trump run for a third term?
And why is Elon Musk handing out $1 million dollar cheques to voters?

Au revoir Marine Le Pen?
Le Pen is barred from running for public office after being found guilty of embezzlement.

'A special player' - resurgent Elanga has Forest dreaming
Anthony Elanga had left Manchester United in his past. On Tuesday, they trailed in his wake - to Nottingham Forest's benefit.

Saka goal a 'beautiful moment' but injury worries for Arsenal
Bukayo Saka enjoys goalscoring return for Arsenal, but defensive worries hit Gunners as Gabriel looks set to miss Champions League tie.

Almost a saviour - is makeshift striker Maguire sign of Man Utd struggles?
Makeshift striker Harry Maguire coming closest to rescuing a point for Manchester United at Nottingham Forest illustrates the attacking struggles of Ruben Amorim's side.

England's next Bazballer? McKinney happy to deal with hype
Durham's 20-year-old opener Ben McKinney is being tipped for the top after an eye-catching winter - and is ready to deal with the hype.

The world-leading British amateur chasing repeat win at Augusta
Lottie Woad will try to become the first player to defend the Augusta National Women's Amateur title when she tees it up at the home of the Masters this week.