Election Watch: Early voting begins Tuesday, Oct. 20, across Wisconsin, with locations and hours varying by municipality. A fact-check ahead of Wednesday’s governor debate also challenges claims about David Crowley’s record and Tom Tiffany’s votes. Local Decisions: Wisconsin Rapids’ council is set to vote Tuesday on a proposed data center, while the city plans to stop funding its Flock license-plate cameras in 2027 amid growing privacy concerns. Brewers’ Moment: Milwaukee is heading to the World Series for the first time since 1982 after sweeping the Dodgers, bringing a wave of fan celebrations and a boost for local businesses. Transportation: Wisconsin won a $218 million federal grant to extend Amtrak service from Chicago to Madison. Energy: A proposed 765-kilovolt transmission line is drawing opposition, while Wisconsin regulators approved two southern Wisconsin natural-gas plants. State Finances: Wisconsin ended its fiscal year with a $3.3 billion balance and a record $2.1 billion rainy-day fund. Badgers: Wisconsin football fell 17-7 to undefeated UCLA.