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Two people were taken into custody in Beloit after a robbery Wednesday night.

2 people arrested after robbery in Beloit

BELOIT, Wis. (WKOW) -- Two people were taken into custody in Beloit after a robbery Wednesday night.

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The former supermodel turned entrepreneur has announced she’s launching hot ice cream. If you are wondering what that is exactly, you are not alone.

Tyra Banks is launching ‘hot ice cream’ and the internet is a bit cold about it

(CNN) — Is it possible to be so hot that one is cool? Tyra Banks is about to test that out.

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A confrontation at a Brewers game in Milwaukee, where a woman threatened to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a Dodgers fan, has gone viral and resulted in her resignation and job loss.

Viral video from Brewers game leads to Make-A-Wish Wisconsin board member's resignation

MILWAUKEE (WISN) -- A confrontation at a Brewers game in Milwaukee, where a woman threatened to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a Dodgers fan, has gone viral and

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John Bolton, President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser-turned-adversary, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Maryland, according to two sources.

Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton indicted

(CNN) — John Bolton, President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser-turned-adversary, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Maryland, according to two sources.

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The 26-year-old from Ichikawa, Japan, made global headlines on the opening weekend of the NCAA college football season after he nailed a 38-yarder as time expired to give the University of Hawaii a dramatic 23-20 victory over Stanford.

The NFL hopeful from Japan who learned to kick on YouTube

(CNN) — It started with a kick. Since then, Kansei Matsuzawa’s life has never been the same since.

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US President Donald Trump said on social media Thursday that he would meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, to discuss the war in Ukraine, though he did not specify when that meeting may take place.

Trump says he will meet with Putin in Budapest to discuss war in Ukraine

(CNN) — US President Donald Trump said on social media Thursday that he would meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, to discuss the war in Ukraine, though

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The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) 11-player 2025 football qualifying fields and pairings will be revealed during a one-hour live program Saturday (Oct. 18) at 10 a.m.

HOW TO WATCH: WIAA Football Playoff Bracket Reveal Show

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WKOW) — The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) 11-player 2025 football qualifying fields and pairings will be revealed during a one-hour live program Saturday (Oct. 18) at

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The Justice Department is expected to ask a federal grand jury in Maryland on Thursday to indict John Bolton, President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser, multiple sources tell CNN.

Justice Department expected to ask grand jury to indict former Trump national security adviser John Bolton on Thursday

(CNN) — The Justice Department is expected to ask a federal grand jury in Maryland on Thursday to indict John Bolton, President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser, multiple sources

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Just a couple of years ago, America’s auto industry had visions of an all-electric future. It has since abandoned that talk after the Trump administration eliminated the federal government’s incentives for the technology.

The future for EVs in America looks grim. But the auto industry isn’t giving up

(CNN) — Just a couple of years ago, America’s auto industry had visions of an all-electric future. It has since abandoned that talk after the Trump administration eliminated the federal

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Way.com?utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky_ reports that hidden airport costs, from overpriced food to parking fees, can add up quickly, catching travelers off guard.

Hidden airport costs sneaking up on every traveler

Way.com reports that hidden airport costs, from overpriced food to parking fees, can add up quickly, catching travelers off guard.

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The festival will feature activities across more than 50 counties, aiming to engage and educate participants of all ages in science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Science on the Square returns to the Madison Night Market to kick off Wisconsin Science Festival

MADISON (WKOW) — The Wisconsin Science Festival is set to return for its 15th year, beginning on Thursday, Oct. 16.

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Former Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler announced Thursday he will not run for governor in 2026. Instead, he plans to support the Democratic candidate who secures the nomination.

Ben Wikler steps back from 2026 Wisconsin governor race, focuses on family and party support

MADISON (WKOW) — Former Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler announced Thursday he will not run for governor in 2026. Instead, he plans to support the Democratic candidate who

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An inquest into the death of former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton has disclosed that he likely died by hanging at his home on September 14, according to PA Media.

Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton died by suspected hanging, inquest hears

(CNN) — An inquest into the death of former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton has disclosed that he likely died by hanging at his home on September 14, according to

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The Progress Center for Black Women is shifting its operations due to changes at the federal level.

Progress Center continues to aid Black women amid federal grant changes

MADISON (WKOW) — The Progress Center for Black Women is shifting its operations due to changes at the federal level. The organization is expanding its workforce development program and bringing

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A judge in Illinois said she has “serious concerns” over whether federal law enforcement agents are following her order to avoid violent encounters with protesters and journalists in Chicago.

Federal judge expresses concern whether Trump administration is following order on confrontations with Chicago protesters

(CNN) — A judge in Illinois said she has “serious concerns” over whether federal law enforcement agents are following her order to avoid violent encounters with protesters and journalists in

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As fans have filled up American Family Field for postseason baseball, there's one man inside the ballpark who's had a front row seat to Brewers history for nearly half a century.

Longtime Brewers staffer with front row seat to baseball history for 47 years

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Some very rare baseball cards are now up for auction after they were found in an unlikely place.

He paid $75 for baseball cards glued to a wooden chest. They're likely worth thousands of dollars.

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island (WBZ) -- Some very rare baseball cards are now up for auction after they were found in an unlikely place.

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The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) 11-player 2025 football qualifying fields and pairings will be revealed during a one-hour live program Saturday (Oct. 18) at 10 a.m.

HOW TO WATCH: WIAA Football Playoff Bracket Reveal Show

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WKOW) — The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) 11-player 2025 football qualifying fields and pairings will be revealed during a one-hour live program Saturday (Oct. 18) at

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Madison firefighters quickly extinguished a fire caused by an electric scooter on the 1200 block of Lawrence Street on Monday.

Firefighters stop Madison scooter fire, share lithium ion battery safety tips

MADISON (WKOW) — Madison firefighters quickly extinguished a fire caused by an electric scooter on the 1200 block of Lawrence Street on Monday.

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Cancer patients, survivors and advocates gathered from across Wisconsin to meet with lawmakers and advocate for "Gail's Law."

Breast cancer patients, survivors and advocates lobby for "Gail's Law"

MADISON (WKOW) -- At the State Capitol on Wednesday, cancer patients, survivors and advocates gathered from across Wisconsin to meet with lawmakers and advocate for "Gail's Law."

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Lawmakers gathered at the State Capitol Wednesday to review several higher education bills that could reshape student planning, tuition policies, and campus rights across Wisconsin.

Wisconsin lawmakers review bills to reshape college costs and campus rights

MADISON, (WKOW) – Lawmakers gathered at the State Capitol to review several higher education bills that could reshape student planning, tuition policies, and campus rights across Wisconsin.

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Honey bees across America are facing a crisis that threatens their very existence.

Beekeepers fight to save America's bees amid growing colony collapse

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The Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy is asking for help with an issue the group calls troubling: repeated and intentional vandalism at the conservancy.

Repeated vandalism found at Pheasant Branch Conservancy

MIDDLETON, Wis. (WKOW) -- The Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy is asking for help with an issue the group calls troubling: repeated and intentional vandalism at the conservancy.

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The City of Wausau Ethics Board has ruled that Mayor Doug Diny did commit a violation of the ethics code of elected officials after the handling of a locked, unsecure ballot drop box in the lead up to the 2024 fall election.

Wausau Ethics Board rules that Mayor Doug Diny violated the city's ethics code

WAUSAU (WAOW) - The City of Wausau Ethics Board has ruled that Mayor Doug Diny did commit a violation of the ethics code of elected officials after the handling of

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Law enforcement agencies conducted a series of drug-related search warrants across Dane County on Wednesday morning.

Dane County drug bust: Multiple arrests in major fentanyl operation

MADISON (WKOW) — Law enforcement agencies conducted a series of drug-related search warrants across Dane County on Wednesday morning.

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