The boiler system at Pius XI Catholic High School in Milwaukee failed on a bitterly cold day, leading to a cancellation of Thursday's classes. Repair efforts were ongoing with the expectation of resuming classes Friday.

Green Bay is set to host the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field, expectantly drawing 240,000 visitors and an estimated $94 million economic impact for Wisconsin, though expert skepticism exists regarding the calculations.

The City of Janesville has announced closures of City Hall, essential services, and public transit schedule changes for the upcoming holiday season, affecting operations on December 24, 25, and January 1.