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Wisconsin health experts recommend flu vaccine this holiday season
The DHS reported that 26.8% of Wisconsinites have gotten at least one dose of the flu vaccine this season.

Even though it may feel bitter cold, it doesn’t mean the ice is thick enough yet on bodies of water
Frigid conditions are prompting a warning for those who love outdoor winter sports.

Doctors warn of health risks during Wisconsin's cold snap
Temps are forecast to stay bitterly cold for days.

New bills would require PFAS contamination notices from DNR
Lawmakers say the state has an obligation to keep the public informed about the harmful chemicals.

Kohler named the holly-jolliest small town in Wisconisn
Kohler has got spirit to spare. Christmas spirit that is — according to HGTV.

Subzero wind chill values likely again tonight
Temperatures climb back into the 20s Friday afternoon.

Milwaukee County selects Joe Lamers to serve as new transportation director
Lamers has served for nearly eight years as the director of the Milwaukee County Office of Strategy, Budget and Performance.

Spectrum News 1’s Brooke Brighton, Megan Carpenter team up to ring bells for Salvation Army
This is the fifth time the pair will take donations for the Red Kettle Campaign. Here's where you can see them.

Megan Moroney announced as opening night headliner for Summerfest
She'll perform at American Family Insurance Amphitheater on June 18, the first day of the festival.

Geyser’s attorney writes letter asking that she be moved to mental health facility
Geyser is being held at the Waukesha County Jail after escaping her group home on Saturday, Nov. 22.

Bucks lose Antetokounmpo to injury early but rally past Pistons 113-109
AJ Green had 19 points and Jericho Sims finished with a career-high 15 points.

Bucks coach Doc Rivers disputes report that Giannis Antetokounmpo is talking with team about his future
Rivers said that "Giannis has never asked to be traded – ever. I can’t make that more clear."

Antetokounmpo undergoes MRI after leaving Bucks' game with Pistons due to right calf strain
Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers said he believed the Bucks had ruled out the possibility that Antetokounmpo had injured his Achilles tendon on the play.

‘This was not supposed to happen to anybody’: Kenosha community gathers to mourn 3 children lost to fire
Neighbors and friends said 10-year-old Rylee, 9-year-old Connor and 7-year-old Alena were loved by everyone and they’ll be greatly missed.

Feeling like winter for the first weekend of December
Below average temperatures with a chance for snow.

Local businesses, volunteers work to keep Wisconsinites warm during cold snaps
One Madison nonprofit made sure its heat held up when it mattered most.

Kenosha mother grieves loss of 3 children after deadly apartment fire
A Kenosha mother is still trying to process the loss of her three kids after a deadly apartment fire on Thanksgiving night.

Jayden Reed could be close to returning to the Packers
Reed has been out since Week 2 with collarbone and foot injuries.

Santa visits patients at American Family Children’s Hospital
Santa visited a special group of Wisconsin kids early this year.

School administrators discuss the impacts of consolidation
A bill passed by the State Assembly would make it easier for districts to explore consolidation.

World News

Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete
There had been calls for Israel's exclusion over the war in Gaza, as well as unfair voting accusations.

Putin says Russia will take Donbas by force or Ukraine's troops will withdraw
The Russian leader's comments come as US and Ukrainian negotiators are due to hold a new round of talks.

We'll end children living in B&Bs, government says in child poverty pledge
The child poverty strategy also includes making childcare more accessible for families on Universal Credit.

How a 'fertility gap' is fuelling the rise of one-child families
The proportion of UK families with one child has grown since the turn of the century - with knock-on effects for society

My husband would still be alive if he'd got Post Office compensation
The widow and daughter of Jonathan Armstrong tell the BBC about the toll the Horizon scandal took on his health.

Turkey breeder supplying luxury stores investigated over welfare
Farm workers are suspended over animal welfare and biosecurity concerns at a turkey breeding site.

German president compares UK ties post-Brexit to Oasis
Frank-Walter Steinmeier says both sides had decided to not look back in anger while referencing band's reunion.

Anthony Zurcher: Boat strike briefings help Hegseth - but shipwreck video release may hurt
Republicans and Democrats agreed he didn't order killing everyone on an alleged drug boat. That's where the consensus ended.

Top UK scientist says research visa restrictions endanger economy
Prof Sir Paul Nurse says the UK is "shooting itself in the foot" with its visa system for researchers.

'All Israeli people are with us', parents of last dead hostage in Gaza tell BBC
The body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer, is the last not yet returned by Hamas from Gaza.

Have British spies learned lessons from the Skripal poisonings?
Rusia's ability to target a defector with nerve agent is almost certainly diminished but it may pose other threats, the BBC's security correspondent writes.

Was Harry referencing Trump in joke for Late Show sketch?
Prince Harry appeared in a sketch with Stephen Colbert, auditioning for a "Christmas prince" film role.

Why I'm terrified of motorways even though I've been driving for 20 years
A woman shares her experience of driving anxiety and a driving coach gives tips to combat this fear.

The Papers: Russian assets 'deal' plan and 'Joe the GOAT'
A mixed range of stories feature on Friday's front page - but many picture England cricketer Joe Root after his heroics in the Ashes.

Weekly quiz: Where did shopkeepers find a drunk raccoon?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

MND took our son at 14 - anyone at any age can get it
Kyle Sieniawski, from Pontypridd, died last month, after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease in January.

What legal experts say about second US strike on Venezuela boat
Several legal experts have told BBC Verify that there was no legal basis for the second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat by the US military.

Henry Zeffman: PM says he wants a closer relationship with the EU – how far does he want to go?
This week, the PM was trying to set the scene for what is to come on the UK-EU relationship, sources say.

We would sell books by AI, says Waterstones boss
James Daunt says booksellers instinctively have "disdain" for AI but it could be sold if clearly labelled.

Volcanic eruption may have triggered Europe's deadly Black Death plague
A volcanic eruption may have set off a chain reaction that led to Europe's deadliest pandemic.

Flu cases at record high for time of year as NHS warns of 'unprecedented' outbreak
An average of 1,700 patients were in hospital in England with flu last week - more than 50% higher than the same period last year, figures show.

He’s King of romance, but what’s Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan’s marriage advice?
Shah Rukh Khan and fellow actor Kajol were in London for the unveiling of a new statue of them.

Six-month unfair dismissal right to begin from 2027
Labour ministers will commit to the start date next week after previously watering down the new protection.

Farage accuses BBC of double standards after racism allegations
The Reform UK leader turns fire on the BBC as he faces further questions about allegations of teenage racism.

Alert sent for Nevada earthquake that did not happen
An erroneous alert warning of a major Nevada earthquake reached as far as California before being withdrawn.

'Like first aid for manuscripts': Recovery work begins at Gaza's war-damaged heritage sites
Palestinians are clearing rubble from archaeological sites, but restoration is hampered by Israeli restrictions on building materials.

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Porn and Masculinity: How to Teach Kids about Sex and Relationships
Musician Jordan Stephens on why we need sex education fit for the digital age.

Is Russia Really Ready For War With Europe?
And is the UK really ready to get closer to the EU?

Frustration and anger - why 'huge question marks' hang over Man Utd
Ruben Amorim declares himself angry and frustrated as his Manchester United side again lose a lead - with consistency continuing to be an issue.

'No more Average Joe as Root century seals all-time great status'
Joe Root finally hitting the elusive Test century in Australia proves his status as one of the all-time great batters, says chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt.

The World Cup draw is here - this is how it will work
Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints, group position grids ... the World Cup draw is not going to be straightforward.