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Great day to get outside
Most of your Wednesday we'll see sunshine with temperatures in the 30s.

Winter weather returns for the official start of winter
We return back below average for the first day of winter.

In second day of trial, officers testify Judge Hannah Dugan rudely approached them
Follow along as evidence is presented in the case against Dugan, who's accused of helping a Mexican immigrant dodge federal officers.

Packers' Josh Jacobs says he hurt his knee again in loss to Broncos. He still wants to play Saturday
Jacobs says he'd rather play through pain than watch from the sideline.

Community rallies around Bass Bay Brewhouse after devastating fire
Bass Bay Brewhouse, a popular Muskego restaurant, was destroyed when a fire broke out Friday, Dec. 12.

Businesses mark one-year anniversary of ALCS shooting
In the weeks that followed the shooting, local businesses stepped up to help.

New school safety bills introduced one year after ALCS shooting
The bills were drafted based off a January listening session with concerned Madison residents.

'They're just trying to stay alive': Lumber companies hurt by tariff war lobby for federal aid
The President gave American farmers billions in aid during a trade war in his first term, but the relief was not extended to hardwood companies.

Packers prepare to face Bears without Parsons
Because the Packers didn't trade for Parsons until late August, Jeff Hafley is used to working with a Packers defense without Parsons.

AAA: More than 2.4 million Wisconsinites projected to travel for the holidays
AAA predicted that 122.4 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this year between Dec. 20 and Jan. 1.

Everyday Hero: Technical college instructor to retire after spending 50 years on the frontlines of education 
David McFadden said he's been proud to mold the next generation of first responders.

Parsons' injury throws major wrench into Packers' hopes of competing for Super Bowl berth
With three weeks left in the regular season, it puts the Packers in a much more precarious position.

A year later, Madison doctors reveal untold race to save school shooting victims at ALCS
UW Health reveals new details about its on-scene and in-hospital response.

Baldwin, Van Orden team up on bill to give organic farmers a boost
The bill is intended to give organic producers the tools to grow and modernize, per a release from Sen. Tammy Baldwin's office.

Analyzing opening statements, witness testimony in 1st day of Dugan trial
The trial is set to resume Tuesday in Milwaukee.

'More birthdays': 1 year later, Milwaukee County EMS blood transfusion program looks to expand
Officials said almost 40 people were administered blood while en route to hospital since the program began.

'Defeat that darkness': Celebrating Hanukkah after antisemitic attack in Australia
Rabbi Michoel Feinstein said, historically, the Jewish response to intimidation is always to seek peace.

Protesters rally for Judge Hannah Dugan outside courthouse as trial begins
Protesters said they will continue to show up during the trial.

Wisconsin judge rules Trump aides must face trial in 2020 fake elector scheme
The charges relate to attempts to present Republican electors to Congress falsely claiming that Trump had won Wisconsin that year.

Local Wisconsin rabbi reacts to Australia shooting
In Milwaukee, thousands from the Jewish community came together at Bayshore Mall on Sunday for a public menorah lighting, seeking comfort and unity.

World News

Boy, 15, charged with murder of girl, 9, as police name victim
The teenager appears in court after the death of Aria Thorpe at a house in Weston-super-Mare.

Lower clothing and food prices help inflation fall by more than expected
The 3.2% November figure is down on the 3.6% recorded in the year to October.

Duke of Marlborough charged with intentional strangulation
The 70-year-old is accused of attacking the same person in Oxfordshire between 2022 and 2024.

Streeting 'deeply regrets' doctors' strike as five-day walkout begins
British Medical Association members started the 14th walkout over pay in England at 07:00 on Wednesday.

Left-wing candidate beats Starmer ally to lead UK's biggest union
Andrea Egan, who was expelled from Labour three years ago, replaces Unison's current general secretary Christina McAnea.

Naveed Akram charged with 15 counts of murder over Bondi shooting
Naveed Akram, 24, faces 59 charges in total following the attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday.

Timothée Chalamet on table tennis, his twenties and his love of... Susan Boyle
The US actor is tipped for an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of table tennis star Marty Mauser.

Essay cheating at universities an 'open secret'
An essay mill owner says he's made millions, while an ex-lecturer says he quit due to rife cheating.

Miss Finland's viral 'slanted-eyes' photo stirs racism firestorm
Ex- Miss Universe contestant Sarah Dzafce has drawn backlash in East Asia and in her own country.

England battle against Alex Carey hundred in crucial Ashes Test
England battle hard to stay in the Ashes as Alex Carey’s century leads Australia to 326-8 on the first day of the third Test.

'My opponents get angry when they lose': Girl, 9, wants to become world's best chess player
The nine-year-old is hoping to become the best chess player in the world in her age category.

Fallout and the secret of the perfect video game adaptation
Masterminds behind the classic video game series tell us how they created a successful TV show.

What are the 'ghost ships' Venezuela is using to evade oil sanctions?
A tanker seized by the US is believed to be part of a "ghost fleet" used by Venezuela to evade oil sanctions.

Ho ho no! Four ways to stop kids' Christmas meltdowns
Four ways to keep the magic without the meltdowns and create stress-free festive fun for children.

'It's just a nightmare': Ten-year-old victim's mum speaks at Bondi memorial
The mother of 10-year-old Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach attack, paid tribute to her daughter at a flower memorial on Tuesday evening.

Venezuela denounces Trump's order for ship blockade as 'warmongering threats'
It comes a week after the US seized an oil tanker off the country's coast, intensifying pressure on Nicolás Maduro.

Nick Reiner charged with murder of his parents Rob and Michele
Rob Reiner, the Hollywood director, and his wife Michele were both found dead with stab wounds on Sunday.

Learner drivers face 24-week wait as backlog set to continue for two more years
The National Audit Office said there was a backlog of 1.1 million learner driver tests since the Covid-19 pandemic.

Man, 87, waits seven hours for ambulance on garden centre floor
James Craig waited hours for medical help after he broke his leg and hurt his hip in a fall.

Weight-loss jab ads banned for exploiting body insecurities
Three social media adverts are found to be irresponsible, with one targeting new mums.

Warner Bros to reject $108bn Paramount bid, reports say
Warner Bros will reportedly advise its shareholders to vote against the offer as early as Wednesday.

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Are Foreign Countries Interfering in UK Politics?
Minister orders probe into foreign interference in politics.

The Americast Awards 2025… on 5 Live!
What were the biggest moments of the year for America?

The story of Britain’s biggest mass poisoning
When tap water turns toxic in Cornwall, a public health disaster leads to accusations of a cover-up

Operator error behind controversial Carey reprieve
The company that owns the Snicko technology takes "full responsibility" for the error that reprieved Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey on day one of the third Ashes Test.

England battle despite Carey ton in crucial Test
England battle hard to stay in the Ashes as Alex Carey’s century leads Australia to 326-8 on the first day of the third Test.

No script, Joshua will quickly knock Paul out - Hearn
Eddie Hearn has been hearing people back Jake Paul against Anthony Joshua and wonders if he is losing his mind.

'Felt like humiliation' - Egypt reacts to Salah's Liverpool row
Mohamed Salah's Liverpool row felt like "humiliation" for Egyptian fans, who are rallying behind their star man before the Africa Cup of Nations begins.

Carey scores century but third Test in the balance after day one
Alex Carey hit 106 off 143 balls to help Australia recover from 94-4 to 326-8 at stumps on the opening day of the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide, in a must-win match for Ben Stokes' side if they're to keep the series alive.

Antonelli goes incognito at Milton Keynes go-kart race
The driver gets two penalty points but manages to clock the fastest lap of the session.

Henry to be honoured with Lifetime Achievement award
Thierry Henry will be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year on Thursday.