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Frigid air and flakes ring in the new year
2026 begins with light snow and frigid temperatures.

Packers claim Trevon Diggs 1 day after Cowboys waived the veteran cornerback
Diggs was waived by the Cowboys Tuesday.

Packers sign Ridder to practice squad and remain noncommittal on plans for regular-season finale
The Packers (9-6-1) are locked into the NFC’s No. 7 playoff seed for a third straight year by losing 41-24 to the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday.

'It just makes Plymouth': Cheesy New Year's Eve celebration a source of pride in Plymouth
The first New Year’s Eve cheese drop happened in 2007, using a styrofoam slice. Over the years, it has aged to perfection into an aluminum variety.

Tubing hill reopens at Winter Park Recreation Area in Kewaunee County for New Year's Eve
A moderate snow was falling in the late morning.

Kids celebrate New Year's Eve at Madison Children's Museum
It's the second year the Children's Museum has hosted a Baby New Year Party.

Ways to stay healthy during flu season
There is a lot of sickness going around Wisconsin, which follows a national trend.

Many places will start 2026 with subzero morning low temperatures
Ringing in the new year with a return of arctic air.

Assembly Minority Leader says closer numbers ‘yielded some wins’ this year
Democrats picked up 10 seats in the 2024 election, which helped narrow the gap with Republicans, who remain in control.

2025: Weather in Review
2025 made the record books for numerous impactful weather events.

Statewide options for free rides home on New Year’s Eve, New Year's Day
According to WisDOT, during last year’s holiday season there were 403 crashes involving impaired drivers.

Wisconsin day cares impacted by flu and other illnesses
The Learning Experience in Oak Creek serves about 60 students ranging in ages from 6-months-old to 12-years-old.

Drivers urged to 'pay attention' after expansion of 'Move Over Law'
Drivers are now required to move over for all disabled vehicles with hazard lights on.

Wisconsin receives more than $203 million for rural health care investments
DHS applied for $1B in funding from CMS, which would amount to $200M annually. Funding has yet to be announced for the next four years of the program.

Golf is a family affair for Steve Stricker's family and that includes wife Nicki
Steve Stricker has a foursome of golfers in his clan.

UW-Eau Claire professor shares the stage with Snoop Dogg
It was also his first NFL game.

Claire Sardina reflects on Lightning & Thunder, the Milwaukee act that inspired 'Song Sung Blue'
Our Courtny Gerrish spoke with the real life Claire Sardina on the movie and the life story of the Milwaukee musicians being shared to millions.

Portis, Antetokounmpo lead Bucks past Hornets 123-113 for first back-to-back wins since October
Doc Rivers moved past George Karl into sole possession of sixth place with 1,176 career wins as a head coach.

Wisconsin Republican legislative leader says parties need to define ‘what they stand for’ in 2026
The remaining months of floor session in 2026 will be critical with the balance of power up for grabs under new legislative maps.

Snow storms offer welcome boost for some local businesses
Local businesses help northern Wisconsin dig out of snow.

World News

BBC reports from the scene of Swiss resort bar fire
The BBC's Silvia Costeloe says the bar where the fire broke out has been around for at least 40 years, and is considered an institution in the area.

What we know so far about how the fire broke out
Several dozen people are presumed to have died in the fire at a New Year party in the resort of Crans-Montana.

Amber snow and ice warnings issued as Arctic air spreads across the UK
Colder weather with snow and ice warnings in force will continue over the next few days.

How the 'postcode lottery' of parenting really impacts young children
BBC Radio 4's Today will follow six parents for five years, chronicling the ups and downs of looking after a young child in modern Britain.

UK welcomes new year with celebrations across the country
Millions around the UK have attended firework displays and street parties to usher in 2026.

Stranger Things draws to an epic and emotional close
Fans gathered at premieres in cities across the US and Canada to watch the finale on the big screen.

Dad pays tribute to 'wonderful family' killed in Boxing Day fire
Tom Shearman pays tribute to his wife and two children after a fire engulfed their home.

Detective and crime novelist among contestants on new Traitors series starting tonight
A barrister, nursery school teacher and cyber security expert will also enter the TV show's castle.

Netherlands police face 'unprecedented' New Year's violence
Reports of fireworks and other explosives being thrown are widespread across the country.

US military says five killed in latest strike on alleged drug boats
The latest strike comes as the US Coast Guard searches for survivors of another that happened a day earlier.

Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash
Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.

Strictly's Ellie and Vito still dancing together every week
From Strictly sequins to presenting dreams, Ellie Goldstein speaks about her future ambitions.

Which men's footballers could be on the move in January?
Antoine Semenyo is widely expected to complete a move from Bournemouth to Manchester City shortly, but which other Premier League players could be on the move in January?

We fought for 33 years to abolish not proven verdict after our daughter's murder
The centuries-old verdict has been scrapped after decades of controversy about its use in Scottish criminal trials.

What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg
The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

Who might be on the move in WSL January transfer window?
With the January transfer window opening in the Women's Super League, which players could be on the move and who is out of contract?

Some families to be offered immunisations at home in bid to boost vaccine uptake
The scheme is being tested in some areas of England as part of a government plan to prioritise children's health.

UK to 'robustly defend' stripping Begum of citizenship in European court, source says
The ECHR questions whether it was considered if Shamima Begum was a victim of grooming and trafficking.

Annual Channel migrant crossings highest since 2022
The 2025 total is the highest since 2022, when nearly 46,000 migrants made the crossing.

Energy prices rise slightly for millions of households as temperatures fall
Millions of households in England, Wales and Scotland are seeing a slight rise in energy bills in the new year.

Zelensky says peace deal is 90% ready in New Year address
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.

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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.

Baz Luhrmann's epic Elvis biopic starring Austin Butler
An epic, big-screen spectacle that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley

Swashbuckling Puss embarks on a brave quest
Puss must beat a host of fairy-tale characters to the magical map of the Wishing Star.

Maresca leaves Chelsea after turbulent end to 2025
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca leaves his role with the club fifth in the Premier League - 15 points adrift of leaders Arsenal.

Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash
Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.

Johnson to hold talks with Palace boss Glasner
Brennan Johnson will meet Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner on Thursday before making a final decision on whether to complete a £35m move from Tottenham.

Who might be on move in January in WSL?
With the January transfer window opening in the Women's Super League, which players could be on the move and who is out of contract?