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Cytalux helps shine a light on hidden cancer
It's a targeted imaging agent designed to “highlight” ovarian and lung cancer in the body, helping surgeons to see it in real time as they operate.

Wisconsin man accused of killing parents to fund Trump assassination plot set to enter plea deal
He faces multiple charges, including two counts of homicide, two counts of hiding a corpse and theft.

Packers' Jordan Love believes he's learned from previous playoff disappointments
The Packers’ chances of extending their season beyond this weekend depend in part on how well Love can protect the ball at Chicago.

Mild pattern gets replaced with colder air and snow
Temperatures fall back closer to normal with the risk for snow.

Gold is the goal: Wisconsin Paralympic curling team prepares for winter games in Italy
Laura Dwyer and Steve Emt are making history as the first mixed doubles team to compete for team USA in the Paralympic Games this March.

Early dense fog to heavy rainfall this Thursday
Today starts with fog, then quickly turns wet with heavy rain this afternoon.

Free championship boxing gym Chuters grows into new building
Electric City Chuters brought home the Silver Gloves team title in December.

Green Bay police chief addresses concerns tied to recruit's tattoo
GBPD released an initial statement about controversy Wednesday.

'Food is justice': Sherman Park Grocery asks community for help as it strives to stay open
Sherman Park Grocery also tries support local minority-owned small businesses by selling their products.

Parents react to investigation into school district's handling of alleged sex crimes
The findings followed criminal charges against a former dean accused of sexual crimes involving students.

Doctors see injuries related to taking down holiday decor
Medical experts said the biggest mistake people make is overreaching.

GOP bill looks to strengthen ignition interlock device laws
Lawmakers said the only acceptable number of drunk driving deaths in Wisconsin is zero.

2 Wisconsin lawmakers have questions following classified briefing on military action in Venezuela
Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Madison, said nothing new surfaced in the classified briefing for lawmakers on the military operation.

Trial set for man charged in hit-and-run that killed 4-year-old, injured girlfriend
He plead guilty to a 2018 fatal hit-and-run.

Report: Demand for electricity, water will rise amid Wisconsin data center boom
It comes as demand has fallen about 2.6% between 2006 and 2024.

Your ultimate guide to outdoor winter activities in Wisconsin
From tubing to ice skating, here's a list of things to do during the winter.

As the popularity of weight loss medications like Ozempic rises, scams do too
Here's what to know about the most popular scams circulating right now.

Report cites ‘critical issues’ in Sun Prairie’s handling of alleged misconduct
Probe finds Sun Prairie school leaders failed Title IX duties; board removed West principal and pledged training and reforms.

Thiensville principal Mike Henning charged for failing to report child abuse
According to a criminal complaint, Henning was approached by a parent about a teacher at the school who was allegedly making students sit in his lap.

Packers optimistic that offensive tackle Zach Tom will return for wild-card game at Bears
Tom hasn’t played since hurting his knee in the second quarter of a loss at Denver that started the Packers’ four-game skid.

World News

Who was Renee Nicole Good, the woman killed by ICE?
A mother of three and award-winning poet, Good's sudden death sparks protests across the US.

Eyewitness video shows how deadly shooting unfolded, second by second
BBC Verify breaks down how the shooting which killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis unfolded.

Business rate rises for pubs to be watered down after pressure from landlords
The hospitality industry had called for a rethink of planned changes to the way the tax based on property is calculated.

Abandoned baby Elsa to be adopted and regularly see two siblings
Police say all enquiries to find the parents of the abandoned babies have now been "exhausted".

Fourteen clifftop homes face 'imminent' collapse
People are told their homes should not be occupied due to a risk of cliff falls caused by storms.

Andrew was paid millions for mansion by oligarch linked to bribery scheme
Firm which part-funded Sunninghill Park purchase received "allegedly corrupt" payments, court documents say.

US involvement in Venezuela could last years, Trump says
The US president says only time would tell how long his administration will be involved in the running of the country.

Nasa considers whether to bring sick crew member back to Earth
Nasa is assessing what to do next following a medical issue on board the International Space Station.

Mistaken identity police did not do forensic tests on teens after crash
A boy wrongly thought to have died was misidentified based on a description and college ID card.

Anthony Joshua pays tribute to close friends who died in Nigeria crash
Anthony Joshua pays tribute to close friends Sina Ghami and Latif "Latz" Ayodele, who were killed in a car crash in Nigeria, saying he is "finding it tough" to process their deaths.

Video shows moment US immigration agent shoots woman
A woman in a car was shot and killed by a US immigration officer on a residential street in Minnesota.

In pictures: Protests held in US cities
Renee Nicole Good was shot dead by a federal immigration agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday.

'We are not for sale': Greenlanders express fear and indignation as Trump eyes territory
Greenlanders tell the BBC they have no interest in becoming American as the White House restates its desire for annexation.

We were fired, and we're owning it – here's how to find a new job that works for you
January is a natural time to reflect on your career. If you're looking for a new job, here are four ways to help.

Why Trump chose Rodríguez over opposition leader Machado to lead Venezuela
What is it about Delcy Rodríguez that caught the eye of the Trump administration?

Inside the sub-zero lair of the world's most powerful computer
Faisal Islam gets rare access to Willow - Google's quantum computer.

Jonathan Agnew: Whoever signed off on England's most disappointing Ashes tour must go
England's 4-1 Ashes defeat is the most disappointing I have covered and whoever signed off on the tourists' preparation has to go, writes Jonathan Agnew.

Children in Gaza return to school after years without formal education
Most of the schools in the territory have been damaged or destroyed during the war, Unicef says.

From trauma to triumph: Jim Legxacy is transforming UK rap
The south London rapper and producer's latest release has been called "a landmark moment for UK music".

People who come off slimming jabs regain weight four times faster than dieters
Overweight people shed large amounts on jabs but gain 0.8 kg a month on average once off them, study shows.

Vance criticises Denmark and Europe's handling of 'critical' Greenland
European allies of Denmark have rejected Trump's ideas to annex the semi-autonomous territory.

Ex-Premier League referee given suspended jail term over child image
Former football official David Coote is given a nine-month prison sentence, suspended for two years.

Flu on the rise again after Christmas mixing, says NHS
Cases up after two weeks of decline, as hospitals report rise in slips and falls because of cold snap.

Man admits knife attack on soldier near barracks
Anthony Esan pleads guilty to the attempted murder of Lt Col Mark Teeton in Kent in July 2024.

More changes to farm inheritance tax plans ruled out
The government says it has listened to farmers and increased the proposed inheritance tax threshold.

Tate Modern attacker sentenced for nurse assaults
Jonty Bravery kicked a nurse in the thigh and "clawed" at the face of a second, a court heard.

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UK Troops In Ukraine…But Only Under A Peace Deal
The US and Europe agree new security guarantees for Ukraine

Can Donald Trump be compared to Julius Caesar?
Historian Tom Holland answers your questions about President Trump, cricket and Spiderman

'Whoever signed off England's tour has to go' - Agnew column
England's 4-1 Ashes defeat is the most disappointing I have covered and whoever signed off on the tourists' preparation has to go, writes Jonathan Agnew.

Mourinho makes Benfica players sleep at training ground
Jose Mourinho takes his players to stay at Benfica's training ground after they lose against Braga in the League Cup semi-final.

Joshua pays tribute to friends Ghami and Latz
Anthony Joshua pays tribute to close friends Sina Ghami and Latif "Latz" Ayodele, who were killed in a car crash in Nigeria, saying he is "finding it tough" to process their deaths.