Local Wisconsin News

Former Trump aides allege judicial misconduct in Wisconsin fake elector case
Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020 but fought to have the defeat overturned. He won the state in both 2016 and 2024.

NFC North-leading Packers will face major challenges in back-to-back road games
Jordan Love realizes the Green Bay Packers can't afford to get complacent now that they have regained first place in the NFC North.

Milwaukee holiday drive donates over 1,700 items to Red Cross
The items will be used to assist victims of house fires.

Backup data center discussions set for Monday night in Yorkville
Farmland in Racine County being considered as a potential backup data center site. Yorkville leaders are set to discuss the possibility Monday night.

Gov. Evers signs ‘Bradyn’s Law’ to make sextortion a standalone crime in Wisconsin
Scammers can now be charged with felony murder if a victim of sexual extortion, commonly called “sextortion,” dies by suicide.

Farmers have mixed reactions to $12B in aid for farmers announced by president Trump
The President said he's using tariff revenue to bailout farmers.

Early icy temperatures tempt Wisconsin ice anglers  
Herman said even though some of northern lakes and bays already have several inches of ice, most of the state still has lots of open water.

More snow and Arctic air ahead for Wisconsin this week
A disruptive winter storm is ahead Tuesday and Wednesday with temperatures plummeting by the weekend.

Another round of light snow moves in tonight
Minor accumulation is likely across the state.

SUV hangs on bridge, federal agent crawls out window to safety
The car that was hit — a mid-sized SUV — was stuck, “resting partially atop a retaining wall, with both passenger-side wheels hanging over the wall.”

Your ultimate guide to outdoor winter activities in Wisconsin
From tubing to ice skating, here's a list of things to do during the winter.

How beet juice is an effective weapon against icy roads
In the challenging fight against icy roads, many states turn to beet juice as the answer.

The annual Holiday Train is comin’ to town this December. Here’s where you can see it
It'll be in Wisconsin from Dec. 9-11, making stops in a handful of cities and towns.

Cinnabon worker fired after racist outburst directed at customers goes viral
The video showed a white, female employee cursing at and taunting the customers from behind the counter as one of them recorded the encounter.

Superior police officer shot, suspect taken into custody
Officers were responding to a potential domestic dispute on Sunday, Dec. 7, when one officer was injured by a suspect.

Lake Geneva fire department expands support for Town of Linn after study flags response challenges
First responders in Lake Geneva recently expanded to support their neighbors in the Town of Linn.

Winter and rise in homelessness increase demand at local shelters
Winter is the busiest time of year for homeless shelters.

Waukesha celebrates 62nd annual Christmas parade, 4 years after deadly attack
Thousands of people braved the cold Sunday night to enjoy Waukesha’s 62nd annual Christmas parade.

Keisean Nixon has game-sealing INT and Packers overtake Bears for NFC North lead with 28-21 win
The Packers won their fourth straight and snapped Chicago’s five-game win streak.

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers move into first place
Sunday’s thrilling 28-21 victory over the Bears at Lambeau Field propelled the 9-3-1 Green Bay Packers into first place in the NFC North Division.

World News

Maternity care failings 'much worse' than anticipated, says head of national review
An interim report by Baroness Amos finds poor care and dirty wards are blighting England’s maternity services.

Storm Bram: Amber warning in place as wind and rain hit UK
Warnings come into force as strong winds and rain sweep across the UK.

Pioneering new treatment reverses incurable blood cancer in some patients
Seven out of 11 patients with incurable cancer who had the treatment appear to be cancer-free.

Ukraine prepares new peace plan as Zelensky rules out giving up land
Kyiv is seeking to resist a US push for a deal which would see territory handed over to Russia.

European leaders walk tightrope between backing Ukraine and keeping US on board
Europe's leaders are trying to avoid alienating Donald Trump while fighting for Ukrainian sovereignty and future continental stability.

Branding and logo for Great British Railways unveiled
The new red, white and blue branding mirrors the colours of the Union Flag, and will start to appear from next year.

Why Sandie Peggie ruling could lead to big changes for employers
A tribunal has ruled that the nurse was harassed by NHS Fife - but dismissed all other claims in her case.

Paramount launches rival bid for Warner Bros Discovery
The Hollywood battle to buy Warner Bros Discovery is shaping up to be a blockbuster.

Prince Harry's security in UK under review
It comes after he lost a legal case to have his police protection reinstated when visiting the UK.

'I am not weak' says Liverpool manager Arne Slot as he responds to Salah outburst
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he is "not weak" and denies the situation with Mohamed Salah has undermined his authority.

Leonardo DiCaprio's One Battle After Another leads Golden Globe nominations
Hamnet and Sinners are also recognised, with Timothee Chalamet and Cynthia Erivo up for acting prizes.

'Living off grid is not a dream, it's a nightmare'
Off-grid households say they would love a mains connection, but the price is just too high.

The Papers: 'A critical moment' for Ukraine and 'Southport families' courage'
The aftermath of Zelensky's meeting at Downing Street and the "unbreakable bond" between Southport victims' families lead Tuesday's papers.

Australia's social media ban for children has left big tech scrambling
The policy is the culmination of years of pressure on firms over online safety.

Why has Paramount launched a hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery?
What to know about Netflix and Paramount Skydance's blockbuster battle over Warner Bros Discovery.

Sudan air force bombing of towns, markets and schools has killed hundreds, report says
A detailed study highlights the military's aerial campaign and how civilians have been its victims.

Trump gives Nvidia green light to sell advanced AI chips to China
Nvidia had been at the centre of a geopolitical tug-of-war between the US and China in recent months.

Joey Barton given suspended jail sentence over 'grossly offensive' social media posts
The ex-footballer sent "grossly offensive" posts about Jeremy Vine, Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko, a court hears.

Watch: Nasa astronaut and cosmonauts begin voyage back to Earth
Jonny Kim, along with Russian cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, will touchdown in Kazakhstan after 245 days on the ISS.

Sweaty Betty in new dispute over ad slogans
A period underwear company claims its taglines were copied, but Sweaty Betty disputes this.

Two more arrested after suspected Heathrow pepper spray attack
A three-year-old girl was among 21 people injured during the incident at the west London airport.

Rapper Ghetts admits death by dangerous driving
The musician killed Yubin Tamang, 20, in Ilford, north-east London, in a hit-and-run collision.

Zohran Mamdani will live in historic Gracie Mansion as New York mayor
It was not clear if he would stay in his rent-stabilised apartment in the borough of Queens.

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Trump v Europe?
Trump administration says Europe faces 'civilisational erasure'.

Has Trump just made the US/Europe breakup official?
The Trump administration warns European is facing “civilisational erasure”

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

How a high-flyer’s charm became a tool of deception
Unmasking the Somerset high-flyer who conned his school friends and hundreds more.

Are Man Utd turning the tide or is a 'bad result just around corner'?
Manchester United moved into the Premier League top six with their biggest win of the season - but they still have to prove the doubters wrong.

'Disgraceful' Salah comments have caused 'carnage'
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is called a "disgrace" who has caused "carnage" at the club by pundits as the fallout continues from his explosive interview.

Norris keen to 'live a normal few days' and 'forget I drive in F1'
Lando Norris reflects on family sacrifices, proving himself wrong and how a lap in Monaco made him cry and "flipped everything".

Non-league Macclesfield to host holders Palace in FA Cup third round
Sixth-tier club Macclesfield are drawn against holders Crystal Palace in the third round of the FA Cup.