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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.

Thawing out across the state
Expect highs in the 30s and 40s through Thursday.

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.

Wauwatosa mayor recalls August floods, previews property taxes
Here's what homeowners can expect when they get their tax bills in the mail.

World News

Doctors start five-day strike as hospitals grapple with flu wave
British Medical Association members start 14th walkout of pay dispute in England at 07:00 on Wednesday.

Timeline: Paul Doyle's journey to causing Liverpool parade horror
The 54-year-old's driving grew increasingly aggressive before he drove into parade crowds.

Trump orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers in and out of Venezuela
It comes a week after the US seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, in a move that intensified pressure on its government.

Erasmus scheme to return for UK students
The UK ended its participation in the scheme in 2020 after agreeing a Brexit deal with the EU.

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

Timothée Chalamet: Susan Boyle is one of the all-time great Brits
The US actor is tipped for an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of table tennis star Marty Mauser.

BBC declares it will fight Donald Trump's defamation claim - but should it?
As the US president follows through on his threat to sue the BBC, what are the options for the corporation?

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.

Weight-loss jab ad banned for targeting new mums
It's one of three social media adverts banned for irresponsibly exploiting body insecurites.

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

I stopped Paul Doyle from ploughing car into more fans - but I'm not a hero
Daniel Barr jumped into action when he saw a car striking pedestrians at Liverpool's victory parade.

'It left emotional scars on our family' - read victims' statements
Victims of the Liverpool parade attack describe the physical and mental scars the incident left.

Watch: Timeline of Paul Doyle's journey to parade
Doyle, who admitted 31 offences, was sentenced to 21 years and six months in prison.

The two sides of Paul Doyle
For 32 years Paul Doyle lived a blameless life, but in his past were signs of a violent temper.

US military build-up in Caribbean has shadows of the past - but differences are stark
BBC correspondent Will Grant surveys the similarities and differences between current US-Venezuela tensions and the 1989 invasion of Panama.

The Papers: 'UK to rejoin Erasmus' and 'BBC comes out fighting'
The UK set to rejoin the EU student exchange programme and the BBC's response to Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit feature in Wednesday's papers.

BBC outside Rabbi Eli Schlanger's funeral as Bondi mourners gather
The first funerals are being held for victims of Sunday's mass shooting at Bondi Beach.

New footage reveals heroism of Bondi bystanders
Eleven minutes of video captures the moment Australia's iconic beach turns into a scene of horror.

Curry for Christmas - and other ways to avoid child meltdowns
Four ways to keep the magic without the meltdowns and create stress-free festive fun for children.

Why is Donald Trump suing the BBC?
The US president has filed a defamation lawsuit over the BBC's edit of his speech in a Panorama documentary.

How much is the BBC licence fee and how could it change?
The government has launched a consultation on how the BBC should be funded in the future.

Trump expands US travel ban to five more countries
The US will restrict entry of people from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan and Syria as well as holders of Palestinian Authority passports.

Nicotine pouch rise driven by young men - study
Around 7.5% of 16 to 24-year-old-men are using the small sachets that fit under the top lip, research suggests.

Latest search for remains of IRA murder victim ends unsuccessfully
Columba McVeigh, from Donaghmore in County Tyrone, was murdered in 1975 when he was 19.

Thousands of dinosaur footprints found on Italian mountain
The footprints date back some 210 million years and show traces of toes and claws.

Foreign interference in UK politics to be investigated after jailing of ex-Welsh Reform leader
Communities secretary says the country must learn lessons from the Nathan Gill bribery case.

Adverts and subscription model for BBC considered by ministers to boost funding
It has published a consultation document - or green paper - laying out plans to futureproof the BBC.

Teenage boy arrested on suspicion of murdering girl, 9
The girl was found dead at a house in Weston-super-Mare on Monday evening.

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​​Starmer Says a Doctor Strike Would be 'Reckless'
​​PM Keir Starmer says its "beyond belief" strikes could take place during flu outbreak.

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