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Packers' inability to protect leads down the stretch proves costly in wild-card loss at Chicago
The wild-card playoff game marked the fourth time they lost a game they had led by at least nine points in the second half.

Children’s Wisconsin will no longer provide gender-affirming pharmacologic care
A hospital spokesperson cited “escalating legal and federal regulatory risk facing systems and providers across the nation” in making the decision.

Respiratory illness activity now 'very high' in Wisconsin
Hospitals report seeing the highest number of flu cases since last February.

Packers' Micah Parsons says he can recover from torn ACL in time to play early next season
Green Bay’s Micah Parsons calls his torn anterior cruciate ligament “the most challenging thing that I think I’ve ever faced as a human."

Wisconisn businesses, communities continue to navigate respiratory illness season
Overall, health officials said more people in Outagamie County were sick during the holidays.

Wisconsin lawmakers propose new regulations for data centers
The rapid growth of data centers has prompted lawmakers from both parties to push for statewide regulations

Wisconsin lawmakers in DC share their 2026 goals
House members will be focused on Congress and running for re-election.

Man charged with sexually assaulting 6-year-old at center of Amber Alert case
The Portage County District Attorney’s Office said it received a report that showed Coyle had recent sexual contact with the child victim.

Brookfield mayor shares update on new public market plans and real estate
A public market will be built in the city, which will replace the former Boston Store at Brookfield Square Mall.

Chance of rain and some ice overnight
Unseasonably warm temperatures hang on through Tuesday.

Celebrate MLK Day in Wisconsin with these events
From keynote speakers to acts of service, here's a handful of events you can attend.

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.

'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.

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'They just kept killing': Eyewitnesses describe deadly crackdown in Iran
The BBC has received eyewitness accounts of security forces attacking anti-government protesters across the country.

Trump announces 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran
Trump says the new levy is "effective immediately" as anti-government protests in Iran enter a third week.

UK to bring into force law to tackle Grok AI deepfakes this week
It is currently illegal to share deepfakes, but the law against creating them has not yet come into force.

Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader Machado at the White House
Machado, the winner of 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, had offered to share the honour with Trump, an award the president has long coveted.

Tories say Zahawi peerage request turned down before defection to Reform UK
Zahawi is the latest former Conservative MP to join Nigel Farage's party, as a Tory source claims he had approached Kemi Badenoch seeking a nomination for the Lords.

'We were tricked': How one woman lures foreign men to fight on Russia's front line
Recruits tell the BBC an ex-teacher who operates on Telegram misled them, saying they could avoid combat.

I spent months investigating whether gut health affects ageing - and if I could hack my own gut to age better
Health editor Hugh Pym revamped his diet after a test suggested his gut health appeared to look five years older than he was

Safe spaces needed for drug-addicted children, say grieving mums
More children in England are in drug and alcohol treatment, but families say many cannot get help.

Minnesota sues Trump administration to block surge of ICE agents
The administration has said it will send "hundreds more" federal officers to the state, after a woman was shot dead by an agent last week.

'Miracle baby' born in a tree above Mozambique floodwaters dies aged 25
Rosita Salvador Mabuiango's mother was sheltering for days before giving birth perched above the water.

Labour MPs urge minister to reject Chinese mega embassy
Nine MPs raise security concerns about the proposed site, just days before the deadline for a decision.

Macclesfield to host Brentford in fourth round
Sixth-tier Macclesfield are rewarded with a home tie against Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round after their shock win over holders Crystal Palace.

Lyse Doucet: Iran's rulers face biggest challenge since 1979 revolution
The authorities are responding to protests with a ferocious security crackdown and near total internet shutdown.

Watch: Mortuary videos show how deadly Iran crackdown has become
BBC Verify has been examining disturbing footage from a mortuary in Tehran, showing scores of bodies. These images could hold clues about what’s happening inside Iran.

Referee and student among hundreds killed
More than 500 people have been killed during anti-government protests, a US-based human rights group says.

Why are there protests and what has Trump said about US action?
Hundreds of people are believed to have been killed, as days of large demonstrations threaten the regime. Here's what you need to know.

Why Michael Sheen put his money on the line for new Welsh national theatre
The actor discusses spearheading the Welsh National Theatre and starring in its first production.

The Papers: 'ADHD care costs soar' and 'Bin Diesel'
A mix of stories on Tuesday's front pages, including soaring ADHD care costs and the Golden Globes.

How Australian festival imploded after axing Palestinian author
Some 180 writers, including former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, have withdrawn from the event.

The Indian superstar taking a shot at political greatness
Vijay draws Gen Z crowds and fan devotion, but analysts question whether movie stardom can convert into votes.

What a new law and an investigation could mean for Grok AI deepfakes
Elon Musk's chatbot is under fire for altering images of women to remove their clothes without their consent.

Most of Uganda's population is under 17 - will they give an 81-year-old another term?
Thursday's election highlights a demographic issue common to many African countries.

Why are more bosses sharing the top job?
More bosses are sharing the top job giving them more time for family and breaks.

UK not as ready as we need to be for conflict, says military chief
Sir Richard Knighton refuses to confirm the existence of a £28bn shortfall in defence spending plans.

Former Fed chairs condemn criminal investigation into Jerome Powell
Three former heads of the central bank say the probe seeks to undermine the Fed's independence and "has no place" in the US.

Landmark Rohingya genocide case against Myanmar heard at top UN court
The Gambia accuses Myanmar's leadership of carrying out "brutal and vicious violations" against the Muslim minority group.

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.

Police to no longer have routine access to rape victims' counselling notes
Requests to access victims' personal records can only be granted when necessary and proportionate, under new guidance.

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A 'weird' and 'incredible' error - but was Szoboszlai disrespectful?
Liverpool beat Barnsley 4-1 in FA Cup fourth round but it was Dominik Szoboszlai's first-half error that had lots of people talking.