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Meriter NICU training levels up with VR to save the tiniest lives
UW Health Kids at Meriter launched advanced NICU simulations using both physical and virtual reality training.

Talking about the snow and cold
On and off snow showers with colder temperatures this weekend.

NAMI Southeast Wisconsin reflects on HHS reversal of funding cuts
It wasn’t until Thursday morning that roughly 2,000 grant recipients got confirmation the grant terminations were rescinded.

Heating homes and businesses ahead of cold snap
The cold snap begins Friday evening, and will likely last through Monday night.

Economic impact of county fairs in Wisconsin
County fairs in Wisconsin had a $1.5 billion economic influence in 2025.

Enrollment in ACA health coverage drops in Wisconsin
Open enrollment for 2026 ended Thursday.

New estimates show Wisconsin’s budget surplus near $2.5B
The latest numbers from the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau (LFB) show a nearly $1.5 billion improvement.

Gov. Tony Evers signs executive order to continue alleviating Wisconsin energy shortage
The order will extend certain state and federal hours of service, along with increasing state weight limit restrictions on roads.

'It's always been a struggle': Rural hospitals get financial boost from federal government
Critics say the funding won't be enough to make up for the losses rural hospitals will suffer due to Medicaid cuts.

Reported Wisconsin human trafficking cases in 2024 near decade-long low
The National Human Trafficking Hotline received 277 human trafficking reports in Wisconsin in 2024.

Wisconsin DHS reports increase of 988 contacts
DHS said while it’s not possible to attribute a specific reason for the increase in calls, it pointed to a handful of possible correlations.

A preview of building projects in the Madison Metropolitan School District
The Madison Metropolitan School District published renderings for four schools.

Milwaukee preps for potential new ICE facility on city’s Northwest Side
The space would be more than 10,000 square feet.

Daddy-daughter hair styling class in Appleton goes viral
Daddy-Daughter Hair Styling Class in Appleton Goes Viral

Meijer recalls distilled water for floating black substance
The recalled water was sold in Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Janesville woman shares how GLP-1 medication helped her lose weight
There's now a needle-free option. Wegovy weight loss pill from drugmaker Novo Nordisk was cleared by the FDA and is available for use.

Friends of Parks groups fill a gap in support for Milwaukee public parks, trails and more
As the cost to maintain all properties has been steadily increasing with declining funding, grassroots groups play a key role.

You'll want to bundle up this weekend
Temperatures dip back well below average.

Things to do around Wisconsin: Free fishing weekend, Beer & Cheese Fest, MLK Day celebration
What's happening in the Badger State this weekend.

Wisconsin Iranian American sees avenue for hope, despite ongoing deadly Iranian protests
For Ali Soltani, seeing his country in turmoil is unfortunately nothing new.

World News

Starmer and European leaders criticise Trump plan to apply tariffs over Greenland
The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February.

Molly Russell's dad says under-16 social media ban would be wrong
The online safety campaigner says it is better to enforce current laws than use "sledgehammer" techniques.

US judge restricts ICE response to Minneapolis protesters
The legal order comes ahead of planned weekend protests and counter protests in the city amid ongoing immigration enforcement actions.

Iran supreme leader acknowledges thousands killed during recent protests
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says some deaths were “inhuman” and “savage” but blames the US.

Ant and Dec sorry after 'insensitive' podcast promo prompts backlash
A social media video publicising their new podcast drew criticism for evoking "suicide imagery".

Big chains accused of masquerading as independent restaurants on delivery apps
Justina John says independent restaurants are "small fish trying to swim with the sharks".

Half American, half Canadian: Take a ride in a car welded from two front ends
The owner of this quirky vehicle says it gets a "lot of smiles per gallon" on the streets of Detroit.

I left my toxic mums' group because I'd had enough of being judged
Women describe experiences dealing with ostracisation and toxic behaviour from other mothers.

From surge in patriotism to fewer US trips - Trump's impact on Canada
The first year of Donald Trump's second term has had a profound effect on Canada, from its politics and economy to the way Canadians shop and travel.

Gangland killing at a funeral shocks idyllic French island
Corsica is shaken by the shooting, which brings into stark relief one of the highest murder rates in France.

'Young 40s': Gen Z has found a new way to mock millennials for their style in South Korea
Even the iPhone, long considered the preserve of the youth, has been recast as a tacky trademark of Young 40s.

What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.

Jenrick's move is massive - but could it cause a bigger fight on the right?
He's a big political character adapting to a new political tribe, but his move could be overshadowed by a poisonous row.

A hotline to report vapers and caning if you're caught: Singapore's e-cigarette crackdown
The city-state wants to stamp out e-cigarettes with harsh penalties including caning and fines.

British Gas took 15 months to refund me £1,500. It's absurd
Beth Kojder said it was frustrating it took so long to get her money back, given the ombudsman had ruled in her favour nearly a year ago.

US strike in Syria kills man linked to attack on soldiers, officials say
The US Central Command said in a statement that Bilal Hasan al-Jasim was killed in the attack on Friday.

The Papers: 'Blackmail over Greenland' and 'Jenrick's bizarre plot'
Trump's imposition of tariffs over Greenland and a memo about Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform make Sunday's papers.

Health board admits fatal infections probably caused by water system
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde had consistently denied its water system was responsible for causing infections which led to the deaths of cancer patients.

Protests in Greenland and Denmark against US plans
Demonstrators took to the streets in Danish cities as well as in Greenland's capital, Nuuk.

'Literal lifesavers' rescue nine-month-old baby locked in burning car
Wesley Beynon and Marc Willding are hailed heroes after pulling baby Lilah from the flames.

Jess's Rule to be promoted in all GP surgeries in England
Jessica Brady died of advanced stage four cancer after initially being told by GPs she had long Covid.

A faceless hacker stole my therapy notes – now my deepest secrets are online forever
Meri-Tuuli Auer told her counsellor things about her life she didn't want her closest family to know.

Body recovered in search for girl missing at sea
Grace Keeling, 15, was swept into the sea at Withernsea on 2 January.

Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says study refuting US president's claims about autism
Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy.

Sir Tony Blair appointed to Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza
The former UK prime minister and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will sit on the "founding executive board", the White House says.

Brothers who own award-winning chip shops enjoy healthy rivalry
Emir and Ouday Hikary's south Wales businesses have both made the top 10 UK takeaways.

Amateur photographer's wildlife calendar raises £13k for hospice
Phil Laybourne has raised raised money for Thames Hospice since his late wife Gail was cared there.

Care home creates own live action Traitors game, but no-one will be banished
Parkfield Grange residents will join in activities and games with a special afternoon tea as the prize.

His mum fainted while she was driving - he steered them to safety
Zac, 12, is commended for his actions in steering the car to safety after his mum fainted.

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Can Robert Jenrick “Unite The Right”?
Adam, Laura and Joe analyse Robert Jenrick’s first interview as a Reform MP.

The Jan 6th Capitol riots five years on… Why America is still divided
Republicans are using a new committee to question the events of January 6th 2021.