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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.

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: 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.

World News

'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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Watch: What we know about the crackdown
The BBC's diplomatic correspondent, Caroline Hawley, looks into the latest events unfolding in Iran.

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.

Former Conservatives joining Reform is not without risk for Farage
Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi is the latest - and most senior - figure to defect to Reform UK.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Manager Xabi Alonso leaves Real Madrid after eight months
Xabi Alonso leaves his position as Real Madrid manager after less than eight months in charge as former Liverpool team-mate Alvaro Arbeloa is appointed as replacement.

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.

Four NHS trusts declare critical incidents over high demand
The NHS trusts in Surrey, Kent and Sussex cite increased flu and norovirus cases, and staff sickness.

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.

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The Sadiq Khan Interview
Sadiq Khan speaks to Newscast about crime in London, social media and Europe.

Americanswers...On 5 Live! What do Americans really think of Donald Trump?
And does Trump have a plan for Iran?

Why Alonso's reign is over at Real Madrid
After Xabi Alonso's departure as Real Madrid manager, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks into where it all went wrong.

Is Carrick the right man for Man Utd?
Michael Carrick is favourite to be named Man United's next interim manager. Simon Stone assesses if he is the right fit for the job.