A fire at North Hills Manufactured Home Community in Beaver Dam resulted in the death of a 29-year-old woman and loss of pets; a male escaped. The investigation is ongoing.

Aurora Health Care announced the first babies born in its hospitals on New Year's including Arian at 1:44 a.m. in Milwaukee and Mia at 4:35 a.m. in Grafton, signifying fresh beginnings for their families.

A 4-year-old kindergartner was hit and killed by a school bus at Silver Spring Intermediate School in Wisconsin. The driver is cooperating with the investigation, and the district canceled classes. Support services are provided for those affected.

City Lights Brewing Company in Milwaukee is closing down on Saturday due to unsustainable economic challenges, despite being a community staple since 2017.

The Sussex Hamilton High School marching band was selected to perform at the Rome New Year's Day Parade, representing Wisconsin and marking a significant cultural and educational experience for the students.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity honors Jimmy Carter's past contributions to building homes. The nation mourns his passing, with tributes from various leaders. His hands-on service is particularly remembered in Milwaukee.

A Milwaukee food truck owner, Francisco Ortiz, faced hardship when his truck was stolen and stripped of equipment, with repair costs estimated at $30,000. A GoFundMe has been set up to aid recovery.

A Milwaukee woman was charged with arson she claims was part of a satanic ritual to counteract witchcraft traps in her home. No injuries were reported from the fire.

The NWS predicts fog, drizzle, and rain in Milwaukee with temperatures around 43°F, turning to minimal snow by Tuesday. The weekend will see fewer showers and highs near 46°F. No severe weather is expected.

The NWS advises caution in Milwaukee due to patchy fog and potential slick roads, with a mostly cloudy Christmas and chances of drizzle and rain in the following days. A Dense Fog Advisory is in place for parts of Wisconsin.

The Packers clinched an NFC playoff spot by shutting out the Saints 34-0 in frigid conditions at Lambeau Field, with a strong defensive showing and an efficient offense.

The Salvation Army of Milwaukee holds its 35th annual Christmas feast, welcoming approximately 4,000 guests with over 400 volunteers to serve meals and offer company.

Kevin Lychwick pleaded not guilty to homicide and corpse hiding charges after the discovery of Carlos Maldonado's remains. A "hit list" was found, and a matching gun was linked to the crime. His bond is set at $5 million.