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MADISON, Wis. (Gray) - Democratic candidate Sara Rodriguez dropped out of the race for Wisconsin governor Friday morning. “I cannot in good conscience allow these questions to become a cloud over an election that Democrats need to win. Wisconsin deserves better than that,” Rodriguez wrote in a press release. BREAKING: Rodriguez is dropping out of the race for governor. "I cannot in good conscience allow these questions to become a cloud over an election that Democrats need to win.

(CNN) - Gas prices continue to inch up after President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire agreement with Iran was “over.” AAA reported the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was just shy of $4, at $3.98 a gallon. On Thursday, the average price of diesel was back up to about $5 a gallon. Oil and gas prices had been declining after the U.S. and Iran signed a peace plan to end the war in June. However, oil prices have increased since the U.S. and Iran resumed fighting.

MADISON, Wis. (Gray) - Democratic candidate Sara Rodriguez dropped out of the race for Wisconsin governor Friday morning. “I cannot in good conscience allow these questions to become a cloud over an election that Democrats need to win. Wisconsin deserves better than that,” Rodriguez wrote in a press release. The announcement comes after a litany of campaign finance troubles.

(Gray News) — Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker has died at age 81. Fricker won the best supporting actress Oscar in 1990 for her role in “My Left Foot.” She played Daniel Day-Lewis’ mother. Fricker was also known for her role as the Central Park pigeon woman in “Home Alone 2.” FILE - "My Left Foot" stars Brenda Fricker, winner of Oscar for best supporting actress, and Daniel Day Lewis, winner of Oscar for best actor, at the 62nd Annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles, March 26, 1990.

MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WSAW) - A local charity funded the renovation of two pediatric rehabilitation gyms at a Marshfield hospital, creating themed therapy spaces designed to help children recover while engaging in play. The renovations, which cost about $90,000, were funded by the Christmas in July charity. The organization funds a different project each year to bring joy, comfort and support to children facing medical challenges.

via Investor Brand Network President Donald Trump has urged the Senate to move forward with the CLARITY Act, saying it would serve as a tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham, who died over the weekend at the age of 71. As the debates continue, crypto firms like Marathon Digital Holdings Inc.

via Investor Brand Network Electric vehicles are becoming more common on roads across the UK, and many people are choosing them because they produce fewer emissions and have lower running costs. As more drivers buy and sell used electric vehicles, one question has become increasingly important: How healthy is the battery? A new partnership between Generational and Maverick Diagnostics aims to make it much easier for drivers to find the answer through regular battery health checks.

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LONDON (AP) — Andy Burnham promised to bring back hope for the British people as he was officially declared leader of the U.K.’s governing Labour Party on Friday, clearing his final hurdle to take office as prime minister next week. The former mayor of Greater Manchester was the only contender in the center-left party’s leadership contest to replace departing Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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