Local Wisconsin News

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.

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

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.

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.

Iran warns against U.S. strikes as activists say protest death toll reaches 203
The protests have challenged Iran’s theocracy, with demonstrators flooding the streets for over two weeks.

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.

Cold with a few moments of sun today
More sun in the forecast today along with colder temperatures.

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.

2 ancient canoes found in Lake Mendota being preserved for public display
Ever since finding the first two in Lake Mendota four years ago, Tamara Thomsen has been on a mission to chart the location of more.


Former Sun Prairie West High School principal faces charges
The request follows the July arrest of former dean Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier, who faces multiple child sex-crime charges

Bills working their way through the state legislature support Wisconsin farmers
An effort by Wisconsin lawmakers to help the state's farm economy and give people access to affordable, locally-grown farm products.

Wisconsin teen who killed prison guard in fistfight pleads guilty but claims mental illness
Court records indicate 17-year-old Javarius Hurd entered the plea Friday. The next step for Hurd is a February jury trial.

Packers' Trevon Diggs wants to make the most of his unexpected playoff opportunity
The 27-year-old cornerback finds himself in this improbable position after the Packers claimed him off waivers from the Dallas Cowboys last week.

Dairy farm to pay $120K in settlement over manure spill causing fish kill
A faulty manure transfer system at the farm's manure storage facility allowed manure to escape and flow into a tributary and Moore Creek.

Profanity in politics: Washington lawmakers unafraid to speak candidly on camera
The President and elected officials lean into use of colorful language in public.

Manfred says MLB prepared to produce and distribute local broadcasts for FanDuel network teams
Manfred said local media provides more than 20% of industry revenue.

Packers fans pumped for big game against Bears
People outside of Milwaukee, Green Bay and Chicago can only watch the Packers and Bears game if they have an Amazon Prime subscription.

Packers' alum Gary Ellerson reflects on Packers-Bears rivalry
Gary Ellerson talks about what the rivalry means from a player perspective.

World News

Iran warns it will retaliate if US attacks as protesters defy crackdown
Medics at two hospitals tell the BBC more than 100 bodies have been brought in over a two day period.

Trump tells Cuba to 'make a deal, before it is too late'
Trump has been turning his attention to Cuba since US forces seized Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

Epstein kept me 'separate' from his sexual side because I'm gay, Mandelson tells BBC
In his first interview since being sacked as the UK's US ambassador, Lord Mandelson says he never saw any young women at Epstein's properties.

Four killed and five injured in 'head-on' crash
Three teenagers and a man in his 50s died in the crash in Bolton, say Greater Manchester Police.

Tories will channel anger at Labour, vows Badenoch
The Conservative leader says her party has started to offer more than "reflexive" opposition to the government.

Potholes map rates council road repair progress
Thirteen local authorities received a "red rating" on the Department for Transport mapping tool for England.

Winners and Sinners: What to expect from the Golden Globes
Marty Supreme, Sinners and One Battle After Another are the films competing at this year's ceremony.

Five hundred people in Canada were diagnosed with a mystery brain disease: What if it wasn't real?
A small Canadian province feared it had a mystery neurological illness on its hands. The search for answers set off a battle for the truth.

My three-hour university commute is worth the £7,000 saving on halls
Over a third of students choose not to live at university, latest figures suggest - but is it worth it?

I'm having second baby from the same donor - but I don't know what he looks like
The number of mothers deciding to have a baby solo is increasing rapidly - Lucy explains why she chose this route.

The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?

'I had no electricity for six months': American families struggle with soaring energy prices
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.

Trump won't take Greenland by force, Mandelson says
The former UK ambassador to the US tells the BBC the president's advisers would likely warn him against the move.

Tories would ban under-16s from social media
Kemi Badenoch has promised to follow the example of Australia, which became the first country to introduce the policy last month.

As the FTSE 100 hits a record high, is now the time to start investing?
As the FTSE hits the 10,000 mark, the chancellor is encouraging more of us to become investors - but is it the right time?

Cold snap set to ease ahead of wet and windy week
Milder conditions are expected after days of snow, ice and strong winds.

Google employee made redundant after reporting manager who showed nude of wife, court hears
Victoria Woodall claims she was retaliated against after reporting a manager who told clients stories about his swinger lifestyle.

Thousands march and dozens arrested in Minneapolis protests against ICE
Days after the death of Renee Good, protests continue in Minneapolis and cities across the US.

Lorraine Kelly pays tribute to father after 'shock' death
Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her 84-year-old father after his death in East Kilbride in Scotland.

Bride and groom killed by gas explosion day after Pakistan wedding
Eight people were killed after a gas cylinder exploded at a house the morning after the wedding celebration.

The town selling luxury fruit durian to China for £74 a pop
A former gold mining town in Malaysia has seen its riches turn a new shade of yellow, thanks to this pungent fruit.

US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
US President Donald Trump ordered the "large-scale strikes" on Saturday, US Central Command announced.

Mystery of wolf-type dogs solved with DNA test
Three "wolf-dogs" found roaming the streets of Preston were first thought to be German Shepherds.

Asiatic lions to Humboldt penguins - London Zoo's 8,000 inhabitants counted in stock take
London zoo is home to more than 8,000 animals, which all need counting for the annual stock take.

Cat Burns celebrates 'start of new life' after breast reduction surgery
The singer and recent Celebrity Traitor said her breasts had caused her problems since childhood.

The 'magical' blue flower changing farmers' fortunes
Indian farmers are turning to butterfly pea flower which is in demand for its bright blue colour.

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The Week: How Does Starmer Handle Trump, Grok and What's Going On In Iran?
Anti-government protests in Iran enter their thirteenth day.

After Venezuela, what next for Trump?
US seizes Maduro, while Trump eyes up next targets

Christopher Nolan's epic biopic starring Cillian Murphy
Watch the multi award-winning film on BBC iPlayer now

Leeds avoid upset with second-half comeback against Derby
James Justin scored his first goal for Leeds United since joining from Leicester City in the summer, in a second-half comeback after Derby County took the lead thanks to a Ben Brereton Diaz strike.