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Free championship boxing gym Chuters grows into new building
Electric City Chuters brought home the Silver Gloves team title in December.

Green Bay police chief addresses concerns tied to recruit's tattoo
GBPD released an initial statement about controversy Wednesday.

'Food is justice': Sherman Park Grocery asks community for help as it strives to stay open
Sherman Park Grocery also tries support local minority-owned small businesses by selling their products.

Parents react to investigation into school district's handling of alleged sex crimes
The findings followed criminal charges against a former dean accused of sexual crimes involving students.

Doctors see injuries related to taking down holiday decor
Medical experts said the biggest mistake people make is overreaching.

GOP bill looks to strengthen ignition interlock device laws
Lawmakers said the only acceptable number of drunk driving deaths in Wisconsin is zero.

2 Wisconsin lawmakers have questions following classified briefing on military action in Venezuela
Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Madison, said nothing new surfaced in the classified briefing for lawmakers on the military operation.

Trial set for man charged in hit-and-run that killed 4-year-old, injured girlfriend
He plead guilty to a 2018 fatal hit-and-run.

Quiet into Thursday before rain returns
Temperatures will remain mild across the state.

Report: Demand for electricity, water will rise amid Wisconsin data center boom
It comes as demand has fallen about 2.6% between 2006 and 2024.

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.

As the popularity of weight loss medications like Ozempic rises, scams do too
Here's what to know about the most popular scams circulating right now.

Report cites ‘critical issues’ in Sun Prairie’s handling of alleged misconduct
Probe finds Sun Prairie school leaders failed Title IX duties; board removed West principal and pledged training and reforms.

Thiensville principal Mike Henning charged for failing to report child abuse
According to a criminal complaint, Henning was approached by a parent about a teacher at the school who was allegedly making students sit in his lap.

Packers optimistic that offensive tackle Zach Tom will return for wild-card game at Bears
Tom hasn’t played since hurting his knee in the second quarter of a loss at Denver that started the Packers’ four-game skid.

Wisconsin beats UCLA 80-72 in Bruins' first game in Madison since 1962
The Badgers shot 54% overall in the first half and made 8 of 16 from beyond the arc.

Residents pack DeForest village hall for data center meeting
Many shared their opposition to the proposal.

Mild pattern gets replaced with colder air and snow
Temperatures fall back closer to normal with the risk for snow.

Packers fans await battle against the Bears for NFC Wild Card Round matchup
The Packers and Bears are 1-1 in their 2025 regular season matchups.

New flu strain causing record infections; what to do if you get sick
It’s expected to get worse before it gets better.

World News

Who was Renee Nicole Good, the woman killed by ICE?
A mother of three and award-winning poet, Good's sudden death sparks protests across the US.

Andrew was paid millions for mansion by oligarch linked to bribery scheme
Firm which part-funded Sunninghill Park purchase received "allegedly corrupt" payments, court documents say.

People who come off slimming jabs regain weight four times faster than dieters
Overweight people shed large amounts on jabs but gain 0.8 kg a month on average once off them, study shows.

'We are not for sale': Greenlanders express fear and indignation as Trump eyes territory
Greenlanders tell the BBC they have no interest in becoming American as the White House restates its desire for annexation.

Man admits knife attack on soldier near barracks
Anthony Esan pleads guilty to the attempted murder of Lt Col Mark Teeton in Kent in July 2024.

Flu on the rise again after Christmas mixing, says NHS
Cases up after two weeks of decline, as hospitals report rise in slips and falls because of cold snap.

Met Police officer allowed to join force despite child rape accusation
David Carrick and Cliff Mitchell were among 131 Met staff who were not vetted properly, a report finds.

Leeds and Wales legend Terry Yorath dies aged 75
Terry Yorath, who won the league title with Leeds in 1974 and came close to guiding Wales to the 1994 World Cup finals, dies at the age of 75.

Why Trump chose Maduro's VP over Nobel winner
What is it about Delcy Rodríguez that caught the eye of the Trump administration?

US will control Venezuela oil sales 'indefinitely', official says
Officials say sales were expected to start with 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil and the revenue would be controlled by the US government.

How could Donald Trump 'take' Greenland?
The White House says it is considering a range of options to acquire the island, including deploying the military.

We were fired, and we're owning it – here's how to find a new job that works for you
January is a natural time to reflect on your career. If you're looking for a new job, here are four ways to help.

How tariff disruption will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026
Trump's import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.

Inside the sub-zero lair of the world's most powerful computer
Faisal Islam gets rare access to Willow - Google's quantum computer.

Children in Gaza return to school after years without formal education
Most of the schools in the territory have been damaged or destroyed during the war, Unicef says.

Best player, moment & back spasm - our Ashes awards
Best player, best moment, best back spasm and services to tourism. Who wins BBC chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt's Ashes awards?

From trauma to triumph: Jim Legxacy is transforming UK rap
The south London rapper and producer's latest release has been called "a landmark moment for UK music".

Unions accuse McDonald's of 'repeated harassment' against 'mostly teenage' staff
It follows a BBC investigation three years ago which exposed a toxic culture at the fast-food chain.

Tate Modern attacker sentenced for nurse assaults
Jonty Bravery kicked a nurse in the thigh and "clawed" at the face of a second, a court heard.

Footage shows violent clashes as Iran protests spread to more areas
Semi-official Iranian media say two police were killed in a western town, as videos show security forces firing guns and tear gas at crowds elsewhere.

'Secret traitor' revealed in dramatic uncloaking on The Traitors
The red-cloaked secret traitor had been controlling certain aspects of the game as part of a new twist.

Elon Musk's Grok AI appears to have made child sexual imagery, says charity
It said analysts discovered the images on a dark-web forum, by users who claimed to have used Grok

GCSE results in England will be available online this summer
Year 11 students will have a digital record of their results on an app for future use.

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The US and Europe agree new security guarantees for Ukraine

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

Leeds and Wales legend Yorath dies aged 75
Terry Yorath, who won the league title with Leeds in 1974 and came close to guiding Wales to the 1994 World Cup finals, dies at the age of 75.

Captain Romero appears to call out Spurs hierachy
Tottenham captain Cristian Romero appears to take aim at the club's hierarchy, accusing them of telling "lies" in a since edited Instagram post.

Unloved in PE, ignored at top - what is cross country's future?
Cross country evokes miserable school memories for many, while top athletes focus on Olympic disciplines instead - what is its future?

The NFL record-breaker who never planned to play the sport
Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Cam Little holds the record for the NFL's longest field goal - not bad for someone who never planned to play the sport.

Newcastle score twice in stoppage time to win seven-goal thriller
Harvey Barnes scores twice as Newcastle come from behind to beat Leeds in a dramatic seven-goal thriller at St James' Park.