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Dolly Parton’s impact on Wisconsin children lives on through Imagination Library
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- Dolly Parton’s impact on Wisconsin children lives on through Imagination Library
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- 1:37
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Parton's legacy reaches beyond music
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- Youth football team to play at Lambeau
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- The St. Francis Xavier youth football teams are ready to take the field at halftime of the Packers-Cardinals preseason game.
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- Dolly Parton's reading program impacts Wisconsin
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Dolly Parton’s legacy will continue in Wisconsin following her death, with her Imagination Library providing free books to children across the state. Read the full story by Renee Aldana on our website.
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- 'Battle of the Dogs': New menu items announced for Badgers game day
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Stadium constructions, new concessions
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- Open house sessions begin for potential BECI 765-kV transmission line in Wisconsin
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- 2:00
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Open house for potential transmission line
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- President Trump's beef tariff pause unlikely to lower grocery prices, Mount Horeb farmer says
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Farmer skeptical of tariff pause on foreign beef
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- Groundbreaking for Dane County election center
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Groundbreaking for election center
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- MMSD unveils 5-year excellence plan to strengthen student achievement
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- MMSD lays out five year plan
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- New 300M indoor track serves Badgers' XC/track teams
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Wisconsin track and field and cross country has a new indoor home, above the indoor football field at the Kellner Family Athletic Center.
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- Tariff impacts on beef imports
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- The Trump administration is temporarily pausing tariffs on some beef imports in an effort to lower ground beef prices after beef and veal prices rose more than 9% last month compared to 2025. Read the full story by Ryan Lynch on our website.
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- LaFleur bowl approaches: Matt, Mike on opposite sidelines
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Transmission line project proposal
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- 1:32
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Midcontinent Grid Solutions is leading a proposed transmission line project and are in the early planning stages of the power lines that would run through Southern Wisconsin. Read the full story by Lucas Kihmm on our website.
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- Rain possible overnight
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Tracking a late night passing cold front.
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- Kangaroo seen on highway I-39 in Wisconsin
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- A kangaroo was found hopping along I-39 near the split with I-90-94 after four kangaroos escaped from a trailer near Portage Sunday. Two died after being hit by cars. One was recovered and one is still missing.
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- American Icon, Country Music Queen, Doer of Good Dolly Parton dies at 80
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- 3:33
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Dolly Parton, who rose from humble beginnings to the greatest heights of American music and became one of the country’s most philanthropic, unifying and beloved stars, died Tuesday at her home in Nashville, according to a family statement. She was 80. The statement, attributed to her nephew Bryan Seaver, said Parton died “peacefully.” A small, private service will be held for her close family, the statement added. Parton had been open about various health issues in the last two years, and especially after her husband Carl Dean died in March 2025. “Back when my husband Carl was very sick — that was for a long time — and then when he passed, I didn’t take care of myself,” Parton said in a video to fans earlier this year. “So I let a lot of things go that I should have been taking care of.” An American treasure In a career that spanned over half a century, Parton captured the American experience, penning more than 3,000 songs. Those included “Coat of Many Colors,...
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- 'Where To Kill Barron Trump': Iranian Media Broadcasts Chilling Threat
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- 1:28
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- The U.S. Secret Service is actively investigating a chilling new video broadcast by Iranian state media that explicitly targets Barron Trump. The nearly three-minute video, aired over the weekend by the Iranian broadcaster IRIB, opens with a disturbing quote regarding "where to kill" the President's youngest son. It features stylized graphics pinpointing locations Barron frequently visits, such as Trump Tower in New York, and concludes with a narrator suggesting people are eagerly waiting to claim a $10 million reward. IRIB is closely associated with hardliners within the Iranian regime, and its head is directly appointed by Iran's supreme leader. While Iranian state media has previously issued threats against President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, this marks a rare and alarming escalation by specifically targeting their youngest child, who has largely been shielded from the public eye. The Secret Service issued a statement confirming they are aware of the video and inv...
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- Asylum Seekers Report Beatings During Deportation Flights To Africa
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- A controversial Trump administration policy is bypassing U.S. court protection orders by deporting asylum seekers to the Central African Republic (CAR)—a country currently engaged in a civil war that carries a strict "Do Not Travel" advisory from the U.S. State Department. Migrants who successfully fought deportation to their home countries due to threats of persecution, torture, or death are now facing these "third-country deportations." Several asylum seekers allege they were handcuffed, shackled, severely beaten, and even forced into full-body restraints during a nearly 20-hour June flight from Louisiana to Bangui. U.S. officials have firmly denied the allegations of abuse, calling them a "flat-out lie." Meanwhile, questions are swirling around a massive spike in U.S. funding to the UN migration agency (IOM) in the CAR. After years of giving just a few million dollars, the U.S. contributed $85 million this year. The State Department acknowledges that foreign assistance is being ...
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- 'She Will Always Love You': Dolly Parton's Family Announces Music Legend's Death
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- The world is mourning the loss of a true global icon today. Dolly Parton has passed away, according to a deeply emotional video announcement delivered by her nephew and long-time head of security, Brian Seaver, on behalf of the Parton and Owens families. In the prepared video, which Seaver noted Dolly had asked him to record years ago, he shared that the beloved singer is now "in the arms of Jesus" and reunited with her husband Carl and her parents. Reflecting on her unparalleled historic legacy, Seaver described how Dolly opened doors for her family and for generations of dreamers across every continent, noting that while her father farmed the soil, Dolly "farmed songs and happiness." In a touching final detail, Seaver shared Dolly's final request: to rest in a beautiful bed of plush cotton, because after a lifetime of wearing heavy rhinestones, she finally deserved to be comfortable. The tribute ended with a reminder to her millions of fans worldwide that "she will always love you....
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- WATCH: Rare Tornado Rips Through Pomas, France
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- A rare and incredibly violent tornado struck the French village of Pomas late Monday afternoon, leaving a devastating trail of destruction in its wake. Forming rapidly in the Aude department around 5:00 p.m. on August 24, the dramatic storm brought dark skies and intense winds that residents compared to the sound of a large truck heading straight for their homes. The village clock is now famously frozen at exactly 5:02 p.m.—the exact moment the peak of the tornado tore through the area. While official field surveys are still pending, experts estimate that wind speeds at the core of the tornado may have reached up to 250 km/h (155 mph). The extreme weather event—a phenomenon rarely seen in France—partially destroyed the village in just a matter of minutes. The first police officers arriving on the scene described the aftermath of shattered homes and massive debris fields as an absolute "apocalypse." Now, the shocked community is banding together to begin a massive cleanup and re...
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- Target Investigating How Controversial Halloween Costume Was Approved
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Target has issued a formal apology and pulled a children's Halloween costume from its website following widespread backlash on social media. The product, which was briefly listed under the "Blacklight Circus Clown" kids' costume assortment, drew swift criticism from social media users who pointed out its stark resemblance to blackface and historical minstrel show caricatures. Critics highlighted the incident as an example of what happens when diverse voices are left out of corporate decision-making rooms.
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- US And Canada Trade War: How New Tariffs Could Drive Up Consumer Prices
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Everyday items you use could soon get significantly more expensive. The Trump administration has just slapped a massive 50% tariff on hundreds of Canadian goods, ranging from everyday staples like milk, honey, and winter coats, to Canadian beer, wine, and whiskey. While these import taxes will initially be paid by U.S. businesses, those costs are highly likely to be passed directly onto consumers, compounding the price increases many businesses are already facing due to the ongoing war with Iran. Interestingly, U.S. officials have spared several key imports from the sweeping tariffs. The 50% tax does not apply to oil, electricity, maple syrup, or potash, serving as an implicit acknowledgment that taxing these specific goods would be too costly for American consumers. In response, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation on goods made in America, targeting U.S. steel, dairy, appliances, and electronics. Because Canada is a leading buyer for many U.S....
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- Andrea Yates Psychiatrist Testifies For Defense In Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy saw tense courtroom exchanges as opposing psychiatrists delivered vastly different testimonies regarding the mother's mental state on the day she killed her three children. Testifying for the prosecution, psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack faced a heated cross-examination from defense attorney Kevin Reddington. Dr. Mack argued that while Clancy suffered from a major depressive episode, he found no evidence of postpartum psychosis or bipolar II disorder in her medical records. Ultimately, he testified that she retained the capacity to understand right from wrong and could control her behavior, making her criminally responsible for her actions. This stood in stark contrast to the defense's key witness, forensic psychiatrist Dr. Philip Resnick—known for his testimony in the 2001 Andrea Yates trial. Dr. Resnick testified that Clancy was "frankly psychotic" on the day of the killings, claiming she suffered from a "delusion of influence" and was driven by comm...
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- Cloudier skies today bring raindrops overnight
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- 2:59
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- More sunshine is on the way this afternoon, and a warm front takes highs back to the upper-70s and low-80s. Humidity increases as well, which will bring us some showers and thunderstorms tonight as a cold front passes through. Most of that rain falls overnight, with dry conditions back by the Wednedsay morning commute.
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- Oregon schools to have security guard as SRO talks continue
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- District announces new security guard
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- City officials detail response to encampment on Williamson St.
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Council asks about protest responses
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- Star hitter Decelise Champion set to join Badgers soon
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- 1:25
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Decelise Champion will come from international play with Puerto Rico to the college gym, in the span of a week-and-a-half, per Kelly Sheffield.
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- Tracking our next round of rain
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Showers and storms return early Wednesday.
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- Dodgeville schools ask taxpayers for help as state funding falls short
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Another school referendum to appear on Nov. ballot
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- Trial begins for man accused of killing Sun Prairie woman in January 2025
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- 1:56
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Trial begins for 2025 homicide suspect
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- MadCaps introduce new coach, GM
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- MadCaps introduce new coach, GM
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- Children's Theater of Madison to open 61st season with "Annie," preseason sale
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- 3:27
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Children's Theater of Madison to open season with "Annie," preseason sale
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- Badgers' pass rush making strides
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Madison Capitols introduce new coach, GM
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Former Capitol Trent Eigner is the new head coach and general manager of the USHL's Madison Capitols.
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- Skirmish punctuates Monday's Packers practice
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- New Madison Capitols coach/GM one-on-one
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- 2:24
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Get to know Trent Eigner, the new face leading the Caps after Andy Brandt departed to take an assistant coaching job with the UW Badgers.
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- New charges against former Madison priest
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Andrew Showers is charged in Marathon County with attempting to groom a child for sexual activity.
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- Richland Center Auditorium now boasts the name of its biggest star
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- On Sunday, the Richland Center City Auditorium's stage was officially rededicated to honor it's biggest star: Betty Hayes Baxter.
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- Autopsy Reveals No Trauma In Hayden Panettiere's Sudden Death; Her Mother Speaks Out
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Leslie Vogel, the mother of Hayden Panettiere, recently appeared on Good Morning America to speak out following the tragic death of her daughter. Vogel, who shared that she hadn't spoken to her daughter in the months leading up to her passing, described herself as "numb" and still unable to grasp the reality of the loss. During the emotional interview, she also firmly defended her right to process the grief on her own terms, stating that how she mourns is her own domain. According to the Greenville County Coroner's Office, medics responded to a 911 call on Sunday, August 16th, finding Panettiere in cardiac arrest. While an initial autopsy revealed no signs of trauma that would have contributed to her death, the official cause and manner of death remain undetermined pending the results of additional testing. Vogel emphasized that she wants her daughter to be remembered as the talented, beautiful, and intelligent woman she was, though she acknowledged her belief that Hayden had been se...
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- Protecting Your Peace Or Isolating? The Danger Of Cutting Friends Off
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- 1:25
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- "Is it cool to have no friends?" That is the question at the center of a growing social media movement led by a new wave of creators dubbed "loneliness influencers." Young women like Sarah Jane Hodley and Lana Issa are going viral for transparently showcasing their lives without friendships, sharing how they have found peace and healing in solitude after experiencing toxic relationships and heartbreak. While humans are fundamentally social creatures—with research showing that friendships and human touch can significantly reduce stress and improve longevity—loneliness is a deeply personal experience. Experts note that a person can have 15 friends and still feel incredibly lonely if those bonds lack quality. For many of these influencers, taking a step back to enjoy a Friday night alone with junk food is a necessary boundary to rebuild their mental health. However, psychologists like Dr. Olivia Reams warn that there is a fine line between healthy boundaries and harmful isolation, c...
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- Deadly Strike: US Military Targets Suspected Drug Boat In Pacific
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Warning: The following video contains graphic content that may be disturbing to some viewers. The U.S. military says two people are dead following a strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat in the Eastern Pacific on Monday. Observers believe this attack marks the end of a pause on such military strikes that began in late June. The strikes are part of a controversial policy by the Trump administration, which alleges that individuals on suspected drug boats are "unlawful combatants." The administration claims the U.S. is engaged in an armed conflict with these groups, giving the military authorization to use lethal force without judicial review. However, the policy is facing heavy pushback. Critics argue that suspected narco-traffickers should face legal prosecution rather than military action. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Armed Services Committee, stated that classified information suggests these strikes have illegally killed individuals who were not involved in the drug trade...
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- Pilot Saved From Sinking Plane After Making Emergency Ocean Landing
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Cellphone video captured the harrowing moment a twin-engine Piper plane crashed into the ocean off the coast of Boca Raton, Florida, on Saturday. The pilot, who miraculously survived, was flying from Fort Myers to an airport in the Bahamas to pick up her parents when she experienced sudden engine problems. Forced to make a split-second decision, the pilot stated that she intentionally chose to ditch the plane in the water, feeling it was a safer alternative to dodging buildings near the coast. Rescuers were able to pull her from the aircraft just before it began to sink beneath the waves. Recovery crews returned on Sunday to successfully remove the submerged plane from the ocean.
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- Eau Claire native, McLaren senior data analyst,Eric Hestekin talks IndyCar at Milwaukee Mile
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- 1:48
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- A University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate will be using his data analytics expertise working with McLaren this weekend as IndyCar races a doubleheader at the historic Milwaukee Mile.
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- Back to school jitters or something more? UW Health pediatrician shares what to look for
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- UW Health Pediatrician Dr. Yanny explains common back to school nerves versus when parents should be concerned.
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- Another beautiful day with rain returning tomorrow night
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- 3:10
- Date posted
- 12 days ago
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- Today and tomorrow will be very nice, with sunshine and highs in the upper-70s and low-80s. Tomorrow night, scattered showers and storms will move in, and could linger for the Wednesday AM commute.
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- Young entrepreneur raising money via lemonade stand
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Young entrepreneur raising money via lemonade stand
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- Tracking more quiet weather
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- 3:13
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Pleasant weather sticks around for the start of the work week.
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- Adaptive Gaming Expo highlights accessible gaming for people with disabilities
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- 1:02
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- The third annual Adaptive Gaming Expo brought together people with disabilities, families, organizations and vendors to showcase accessible and inclusive gaming.
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- Calm end to the weekend
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- 3:04
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Temperatures today are dropping slightly, staying in the mid-70s. It will be another nice and quiet day, and calm weather continues tomorrow.
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- Barbers ready to offer free haircuts to 1,000 kids ahead of school year
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Barbers ready to offer free haircuts to 1,000 kids ahead of school year
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- Madison police arrest three during Friday evening protest on Capitol Square
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Madison police arrest three during Friday evening protest on Capitol Square
