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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.

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.

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.

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

Heathrow warned by airlines about power supply days before shutdown
Airport boss Thomas Woldbye apologises to the passengers whose journeys were disrupted last month.

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.

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.

'I didn't feel able to come forward' - Chinese victims tell BBC about serial rapist
Police in London say PhD student Zhenhao Zou's "offending group is far greater" than they had realised.

UK couple's death in New Zealand probed as murder-suicide
The bodies were found after officers forced entry to a house in Roseneath, near Wellington, on Monday.

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.

The influencers who want the world to have more babies - and say the White House is on their side
Pronatalists have long courted controversy - but since Trump was sworn in for the second time, the evangelising of some members of this controversial fringe group has reached new levels.

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.

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

What to expect from Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs
The BBC's Erin Delmore unpacks the reciprocal taxes the president has promised, as his trade wars continue to escalate.

Analysis: 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.

Three big unknowns ahead of Wednesday's announcement
The president is expected to unveil details of his plans for a wider set of import taxes. But what tariffs and when?

What are tariffs and why is Trump using them?
Tariffs are a key part of Trump's political vision, but economists fear they could spark a trade war.

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.

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

The generation that has never known smoke-filled pubs
The legislation was brought across the country to reduce the effect of second-hand smoke.

Myanmar quake: Imam's grief for 170 killed as they prayed in Sagaing
Scores of Muslims in the town died when their mosques collapsed during Friday prayers at the end of Ramadan.

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

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.

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.

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

Islanders exposed to toxic chemicals should be offered blood treatment, report says
Scientists for Jersey's government have revealed steps to tackle the health impacts of private water supply contamination.

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.

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.

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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US prosecutors seek death penalty for Mangione
US court seeks death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing Brian Thompson.

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

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.