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The stories that defined 2025 in Wisconsin
We're looking back at the biggest stories of 2025 in our state.

Packers clinch a playoff berth in Lions' loss to Vikings
Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions formally gifted the division rival Green Bay Packers a spot in the playoffs.

Lamar Jackson doubtful and Jordan Love questionable for Ravens-Packers game Saturday
Love practiced on a limited basis this week. Willis hurt his throwing shoulder against the Bears.

Got a bunch of holiday leftovers? Study shows how freezing food could reduce food waste
The study revealed that food waste remains high, however, about 6% of wasted household food in the U.S. were discarded frozen items.

Winter weather for the last weekend of December
Cloudy and quiet Saturday before more rain and snow arrive.

Staying cloudy to wrap up the week
Lingering showers and freezing drizzle end this morning around the state.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Packers v. Ravens, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, tango holiday party
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Janesville nonprofit serves hundreds of free Christmas meals to the community
The nonprofit "ECHO" has been holding the event annually for more than 40 years.

Salvation Army's 36th annual Christmas Family Feast feeds thousands
The Salvation Army fed thousands at the Baird Center in Milwaukee.

3 things to watch in Packers vs. Ravens game
This is an opponent the Packers don't play very often in the regular season. This is their first game against Baltimore since 2021.

The North Pole: More than a Christmas story
The North Pole is more than just a home to elves and reindeer. It has a rich history of exploration.

Capuchin Community Services continues Christmas Eve meal tradition
Capuchin Community Services continued its decades-long tradition of feeding the community on Christmas Eve at St. Ben's.

Holiday shoppers support local stores on Christmas Eve
Store owners at West Towne Mall say it's been a busy holiday shopping season.

Wisconsin travelers hit the roads and skies for holidays
About 2.5 million Wisconsinites are expected to travel through New Years Day.

How some of Santa's little reindeer relate to the weather
There are several ties to weather, Santa and his reindeer.

A guide to recycling post-holiday waste
From gift wrap to holiday lights, here's what can and cannot be recycled.

Porter, Rollins guide Bucks past Pacers 111-94
Kyle Kuzma scored 15 and Bobby Portis had 14 points and a team-high nine rebounds as the Bucks shot 51% to snap a three-game losing streak.

Packers QB Malik Willis says he'll be ready if Jordan Love isn't available against Ravens
Willis says his throwing shoulder is feeling better.

Milwaukee VA works to keep care accessible amid I-94 construction
DAV hospital service coordinator, Patty Davis, said they are prepared for what’s to come with a long construction season ahead.

Discover Green Bay is working to leverage tourism momentum from NFL Draft
NFL Draft and EAA AirVenture both drew more than 600,000 people to each event.

World News

Zelensky plans to meet Trump on Sunday for talks on ending Russian war
The Ukrainian leader says he will see the US president in Florida and believes "a lot can be decided before the new year".

Family of man missing at sea pay tribute
The family of Matthew Upham have named him as one of the swimmers who went missing on Christmas Day.

Boxing Day shopping falls flat once again
Although shoppers are still bargain-hunting, fewer people headed to the high streets and shopping centres compared with last year.

US launches strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria
President Trump has previously accused the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians from jihadists.

Three people unaccounted for after house fire
One person escaped the fire but three others, who were thought to have been in the house, are missing.

Blast at Syrian mosque during Friday prayers leaves at least eight dead
The explosion in Homs targeted a predominantly Alawite area, a sect that has faced crackdowns and violence since the fall of former-President Bashar al-Assad.

The King's message tops Christmas Day TV ratings
Nearly 7m people tuned in on the BBC, ITV, Sky News and GB News to watch King Charles deliver his annual broadcast.

Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 2: What did Katy Perry sing on that all-female space flight?
Test your memory of 2025 in the second part of our quiz. What happened from April to June?

Two killed in suspected Palestinian ramming and knife attack in Israel
Police say the attacker, from the occupied West Bank, ran over at least one person before stabbing another victim several miles away.

US judge blocks detention of British social media campaigner
Imran Ahmed was among five people accused of seeking to "coerce" US firms into censoring free speech.

Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts pregnant with first child
The singer revealed that she and her partner, footballer Mitch Hahn, are expecting a baby in the spring.

Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man wins King George VI horse race
Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man rallies at the last to clinch a thrilling victory in the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park.

I'm watching brain surgery to see if Alzheimer's can ever be cured
BBC health and science correspondent James Gallagher finds out if it is scientifically possible to ever cure Alzheimer's.

How to get rid of unwanted Christmas presents - without being found out
How to regift without getting caught and other options for dealing with unwanted presents.

Sydney Sweeney: I want to make films that save people's lives
Sweeney is starring in The Housemaid, a psychological thriller based on Freida McFadden's hit book.

Why Britain has a deer problem - leaving damage that costs millions
Deer numbers have rocketed over the last 40 years and particularly since the Covid-19 pandemic.

Not rocket science - England's bowlers finally find right length after three defeats
On a day of batting collapses at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, England can at take least solace from the fact their bowling attack got their own lengths right.

Thailand bombs Cambodian border area as ceasefire talks continue
Cambodia accuses Thailand of "indiscriminate attacks", as negotiators meet for a third day to try to end weeks of renewed fighting.

Israel recognises Somaliland as independent state, Netanyahu says
The decision has been condemned by Somalia, Egypt, Turkey and Djibouti, who call it a dangerous precedent.

'Respect the culture' - Fifa urged to allow Pride Match
An official involved with the World Cup Pride Match says there has been no contact from Fifa about their plans, despite the Egyptian FA's complaint.

'We were overconfident': Spate of mountain rescues involving young men sparks concern
Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team say winter weather can turn a manageable day extremely dangerous.

Jota's sons to join mascots for Liverpool v Wolves
Diogo Jota's sons will accompany the matchday mascots as the Portuguese's two former sides - Liverpool and Wolves - meet for the first time since his death.

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The Newscast Review of the Year 2025
The biggest events of the year and what it was like on the inside as they happened.

Were our 2025 predictions right?
The Americast team open the annual end-of-year time capsule.

Unseen film footage from the making of 'Do They Know It’s Christmas?'
Rare and unseen moments from the making of the hit single by charity supergroup Band Aid.

'Unfair' MCG pitch has 'done too much' - Vaughan
The pitch for the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne has "done too much" and the result is in an "unfair" contest between bat and ball, says Michael Vaughan.

'A dream' - Redknapp's The Jukebox Man wins King George
Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man rallies at the last to clinch a thrilling victory in the King George VI Chase at Kempton Park.

England trail by 46 runs as 20 wickets fall on hectic first day
England put in another disappointing batting display by failing to chase down Australia's opening tally of 152, as day one of the fourth Ashes Test closes with the home side leading by 46 runs in Melbourne.