Local Wisconsin News

DNR to host free winter fishing this weekend
From Jan. 17 to 18, residents and nonresidents may fish on most state waters without a fishing license, trout stamp or salmon stamp.

Matt LaFleur expects to meet with Packers president Ed Policy soon regarding his future
LaFleur reiterated Sunday how much he wants to keep the job he’s had for the last seven seasons.

Now Hiring: CC&N expanding cable technician workforce by 25-30%
It's expansion, in part, is due to the increase in data centers statewide.

Need for heating assistance growing rapidly
Industry leaders attribute it to the rising cost of living.

'What can we do differently besides freeze?': We Energies customers shocked by their bill costs
Many Wisconsinites are experiencing sticker shock over their energy bills this winter, particularly over the past month.

As growth of hockey, figure skating puts pressure on ice times, community center adapts
Cornerstone Community Center near Green Bay is adding a fourth sheet of ice.

Temperatures rise with sunshine for Monday
Expect a solid window of sun today with warmer air.

'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another' take top honors at Golden Globes
In an awards ceremony that went almost entirely as expected, the night's final award was the most surprising.

Olympic athlete hosts gymnastics competition at new Janesville convention center
The competition took place at the Woodman's Sports and Convention Center.

Death toll in crackdown on protests in Iran spikes to at least 538, activists say
Meanwhile, Tehran warned that the U.S. military and Israel would be "legitimate targets" if America uses force to protect demonstrators.

Matt LaFleur and the Packers face uncertain future after blowing big lead in wild-card loss
It was an all-too-familiar scene for the Packers — one that will follow LaFleur for a long time.

In Focus: What expanded sports betting could do for the Forest County Potawatomi
The Forest County Potawatomi, who operate Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Milwaukee, support efforts to expand sports betting in the state.

In Focus: Sports betting bill aims to expand regulations
Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August, R-Walworth, is one of the co-authors of the sports betting bill.

In Focus: Some express concern about expanding sports betting
Stop Predatory Gambling, a nonprofit organization that opposes what it considers “predatory” gambling, is one of those.

Online sports betting in Wisconsin
Ryan Burks talks with the Assembly Majority Leader and several leaders in the gambling space about efforts to expand sports betting online.

New Glarus Brewing Company working on major expansion
The 65,000 square-foot addition to the brewery’s Hilltop facility will feature a new gift shop and tasting room.

Lawsuits by Trump allies could shape how the 2030 census is done and who will be counted
The U.S. Census Bureau is used to determine congressional representation and federal aid to states.

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers lose big lead and playoff game to Bears
How could this happen? A game the Packers seemed to be in control of slipped away.

Caleb Williams rallies Bears from 18 points down for 31-27 playoff win over rival Packers
Chicago trailed 21-3 at halftime and 21-6 through three quarters.

Town impacted by PFAS working towards new water system
Residents of the Town of Campbell have had to drink bottled water for nearly five years.

World News

Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK
The former MP says the UK needs "glorious revolution", as the Conservatives describe Reform as a "party of has-been politicians".

'It was far too soon': Referee and student among those killed in Iran
More than 500 people have been killed during anti-government protests, a US-based human rights group says.

Ofcom investigates Elon Musk's X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes
The watchdog said it had received reports of the platform's Grok AI chatbot creating undressed images of people.

Daughter of taxi driver killed in Bolton crash 'in shock'
Humayra Ali says her first thought was the fear her father must have felt before he died in Bolton.

Hailee Steinfeld's bump and Jessie Buckley's blue dress - Golden Globes red carpet photos
Ariana Grande, Hailee Steinfeld and Paul Mescal were among the stars pictured ahead of the ceremony.

Fed chair Powell hits out at 'unprecedented' probe by US justice department
Jerome Powell said he believed the investigation was due to Donald Trump's anger over the Fed's refusal to cut interest rates.

Revolutionary eye injection saved my sight, says first-ever patient
Nicki's eye had collapsed in on itself, but a new gel injection method has saved her vision.

Trump shouldn't be fooled by Venezuela prisoner release pledge, says jailed politician's son
Ramón Guanipa's father was accused of treason for challenging the disputed 2024 presidential election result.

Guantanamo detainee paid 'substantial' compensation by UK to settle torture complicity case
Detained without trial in 2006, Zubaydah is one of 15 people who remain at the US military prison.

Watch: Timothée Chalamet, Teyana Taylor, Adolescence and other highlights from the Golden Globes
One Battle After Another and Adolescence swept the Golden Globes as Hollywood's awards season kicks off.

Why the NHS still wastes billions on patients who don't need to be in hospital
The delayed discharge challenge throws up deeper questions about the care system, co-ordination - and whether some patients are over-treated

Trump faces extraordinary moment in spat with Fed chair
Jerome Powell's public response to a DoJ investigation could be a seismic moment for Donald Trump's presidency.

Eggie, Neo, Isaac and Memo are domestic robots. But would you let them load your dishwasher?
Joe Tidy meets robots being trained to clean up all your mess.

Are You Dead?: The viral Chinese app for young people living alone
A new bleak-sounding app has been downloaded in droves by many youth who live by themselves - and fear dying alone.

Watch: Moment skier and dog swept along by avalanche
Footage recorded by Spanish skier Ares Masip shows the incident on Pic de l'Hortell, a mountain in Andorra.

He once criticised African leaders who cling to power. Now he wants a seventh term
Yoweri Museveni, 81, says he has brought stability to Uganda. His critics complain of political oppression.

Vets under increasing pressure to make money for corporate owners, BBC told
Questions have been raised about whether the pet-care market is giving customers value for money.

Huge Roman villa uncovered under popular park in ‘amazing discovery’
The largest Roman villa ever found in Wales lies less than a metre under Margam Country Park.

High screen time limits vocabulary in toddlers, research finds
Children who spend the most time on devices or in front of screens find conversation and learning harder, the government says.

Bottle attacker jailed for 12 years for attempted murder on train
Thomas Craig was caught on CCTV repeatedly stabbing Glenn Lennon on the Glasgow Queen Street to Perth service on 16 February 2024.

Custody extended for owner of Swiss ski bar after deadly fire
Jacques Moretti is being held as a potential flight risk, Swiss media reports say.

Man admits causing golf course crash death
Suzanne Cherry, 62, died four days after she was hit by a van involved in a police pursuit.

UK set for a 'booming' mortgage market, say analysts
Competition among lenders in the UK suggests that rates could be cut in the coming weeks.

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The Peter Mandelson Interview Analysis
We discuss the former US ambassador’s first interview since his sacking.

Global News Podcast: Hundreds feared dead in Iran protests
Hospital staff in Iran say they are overwhelmed with dead or injured patients

Carrick favourite for Man Utd caretaker role
Michael Carrick emerges as favourite for the Manchester United caretaker role with club chiefs hoping to have an appointment in place for when players return to training on Wednesday.

'PGA Tour faces huge dilemma over Koepka return'
The PGA Tour would love to have Brooks Koepka back on their circuit but the transition will prove a tricky one writes Iain Carter.

UFC wants to make Pimblett champion - Tsarukyan
Arman Tsarukyan was overlooked for the interim lightweight title despite being the division's number one contender.

'I'll get goosebumps' - Barnsley duo out to upset old club Liverpool
For Adam Phillips and Vimal Yoganathan, it could be the fulfilment of a lifelong dream when Barnsley take on Liverpool at Anfield on Monday.

Are fans being turned off multi-club ownership model?
Strasbourg fans thought they had it good from being aligned with Chelsea. Then manager Liam Rosenior walked out mid-season to take charge of the Blues.

'Did that really happen?' - Macclesfield fancy another Premier League test
Two days on from Macclesfield's stunning FA Cup third-round win over Crystal Palace, the heroics are still sinking in for manager John Rooney.