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Jordan Stolz focused on the Olympics at U.S. speed skating trials. Everyone will focus on him in Milan
He will compete in Italy in the 500, 1,000 and 1,500 meters, events in which he owns two world titles apiece.

Everyday Heroes: Military Veterans Museum volunteers keep service members stories alive
Free museum gets visitors up close and personal with military past.

Icy roads and fog make for tough morning drive
Freezing rain will likely coat areas with ice in central and northern Wisconsin.

Madison veteran finds stable housing thanks to VA programming for homeless veterans
In 2025, Wisconsin VA hospitals helped house around 600 homeless veterans.

'It's the biggest rivarly in football': Packers fans may need to spend thousands to see game in Chicago
The rarity of a Bears-Packers playoff game has pushed ticket prices sky high.

How federal funding cut could impact child care in Wisconsin
Trump administration threatens funding cuts to all states nationwide.

Venezuelan restaurant owner reacts to Maduro arrest
Badell opened La Taguara 12 years ago to bring traditional Venezuelan food to Madison.

Historic Lake House Inn destroyed by fire
Investigators say the Lake House Inn in Edgerton is a total loss.

Sheboygan County grows total economic impact by 2.5% from 2023 to 2024
The city's heritage was founded in industry and manufacturing but has evolved over many decades.

Michael Schumacher, Wisconsin author of biographies of Alan Ginsberg and Eric Clapton, dies at 75
Schumacher's daughter, Emily Schumacher, said her father passed away on Dec. 29.

Wisconsin lawmakers make early predictions about the political power up for grabs in 2026
Control of the Wisconsin Senate, Assembly and governor’s office will all be left in the hands of voters come November.

Peter Feigin stepping down as president of Milwaukee Bucks after 12 seasons
Josh Glessing, who has been working as the Haslam Sports Group’s chief of strategy and development, will be taking over for Feigin.

Daniel Vogelbach returning to Brewers as hitting coach on Pat Murphy's staff
He's one of four newcomers on the Brewers coaching staff.

State legislators discuss priorities before returning to Madison
Lawmakers only have a few months left to work before the legislative session ends.

Blaha, Wisconsin-River Falls beats defending champion North Central 24-14 for D-III title
Kaleb Blaha threw a touchdown pass and added two rushing TDs to help Wisconsin-River Falls beat defending national champion North Central.

Jordan Stolz starts but doesn't race the 1,500 after being fastest at 500 at the U.S. Olympic trials
Stolz already was prequalified for the Milan Cortina Olympics in four events based on World Cup results.

Now Hiring: Madison medical transport company opens positions as demand grows
NMotion completes hundreds of trips each month, prompting an expansion in hiring to keep up with increasing demand.

Racine Fire Department tests a cost-saving solution for maintaining its fire trucks
The Racine Fire Department is among the departments that have opted to refurbish some of its trucks.

Rubio says U.S. won’t govern Venezuela but will press for changes through oil blockade
Meanwhile, interim Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodríguez invited Trump "to collaborate" and said she's seeking "respectful relations."

Dennis Krause Blog: Now things get real for Packers
The team that gets hot will make the Super Bowl. Could it be the Packers?

World News

Venezuelan security forces detain journalists from foreign news organisations
Venezuelans describe their fear of speaking out as 14 media workers are detained and police check people's social media.

The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland
Were Trump to make good on his ambition to bring Greenland under US control, would it mark not just an existential threat to Nato but also a major crisis for the EU?

Elon Musk's X should deal with 'appalling' Grok AI deepfakes, government demands
Grok is being used to digitally remove women's clothing - something victims describe as "dehumanising".

Why I now hug the man who killed my son with a single punch
Joan Scourfield joins forces with Jacob Dunne to highlight the benefits of restorative justice.

Lego unveils tech-filled Smart Bricks - to play experts' dismay
Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978.

Police told wrong family teen had died in crash
South Yorkshire Police says it mixed up the identities of the teen with another male in the car.

Swiss ski bar not inspected for five years before deadly fire, mayor says
The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116.

Actress Ashley Tisdale says she left her 'toxic mom group'
The High School Musical actress says she left the group of new mothers after being "brought to tears".

Zelensky replaces Ukraine's powerful security service chief
The Ukrainian president has come under heavy criticism for his reshuffling of one the country's most successful security agencies.

Man who tried to save mum and daughter from sea could get posthumous award
Mark Ratcliffe died trying to save Sarah Keeling and her daughter, Grace, at Withernsea, say police.

Trump claims US oil firms could be 'up and running' in Venezuela within 18 months
Trump is open about his ambitions for scaled-up US operations, but analysts say such plans would take time.

Trump supporters across US react to Venezuela operation
Trump supporters react after US forces seized Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro with some welcoming the move and others expressing caution about what it means going forward.

US action in Venezuela morally right, Badenoch says
The Conservative leader tells the BBC the military operation raises "serious questions about the rules-based order".

Why does US president want Greenland?
The US president's repeated demands to control Greenland could threaten the Nato military alliance.

Is AI taking the fun out of fantasy football?
Some fans of FPL and other leagues are turning to chatbots and apps to get a leg up over other players.

Iran anti-government protests spread to majority of provinces, videos show
Videos show that unrest has spread to more than 50 towns and cities, including pro-government heartlands.

How Geese took flight to become 'Gen Z's first great American band'
The New Yorkers, who are fourth in the BBC's Sound of 2026, say they're 'still processing' their rise.

I want to tell Jesy Nelson, there's hope, says mum of child with SMA
SMA is a progressive muscle-wasting disease that can cause death within two years if untreated.

The 'magical' blue flower changing farmers' fortunes in India
Indian farmers are turning to butterfly pea flower which is in demand for its bright blue colour.

'Do not use boiling water': What’s the best way to de-ice your car windscreen?
Frosty mornings mean extra time needed to clear your windscreen

Should I still walk my dog during cold weather?
Pets may need help to stay warm and safe when wintry conditions arrive.

How to drive in snow and icy weather
If you have to drive during wintry weather, here is how to prepare your car, and what to carry with you.

Drivers over 70 to face eye tests every three years
The move is part of the government's new road safety strategy, which plans to reform driving laws in Britain.

Bin strike reaches one-year mark with no end in sight
Unite says there will be no end to the strikes until there is a fair deal for the bin workers.

Woman detoxed alone in B&B after failing to access local treatment
Katrina McGibbon developed alcohol and drug problems in her 30s, but felt her recovery was impeded by the lack of a local, health-service run rehabilitation unit.

Scottish justice secretary found to have breached ministerial code
Angela Constance was given a written reprimand following a row over her comments about grooming gangs expert.

Macron hosts Ukraine and allies to try to cement security guarantees
The talks are held as Russia continues attacking Ukraine's energy sector and under the shadow of US threats to annex Greenland.

New NHS online hospital to focus on menopause and prostates
NHS Online due to launch in England next year will provide eye, prostate and menopause care.

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Trump strikes Venezuela, captures the President, says the US will take over
President Nicolas Maduro faces criminal charges in New York.

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

'Sydney is a city of endings - this felt like another'
England's meek performance on day three of the fifth Ashes Test felt like the end of an era, says Stephan Shemilt.