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Porchlights Emergency Mens Drop-In Shelter in Madison braces for a surge in guests, expecting around 350 individuals on Saturday night due to extreme cold. The shelter, open 24/7, provides essential support, including food, clothing, and case management, ensuring everyone stays safe and warm.

Wisconsin Badgers volleyball team aims for history in regional final against Texas Longhorns, seeking their first road win in this high-stakes round.

In this weeks episode, the Green Bay Packers face a formidable challenge against the Denver Broncos, who boast a ten-game winning streak and eleven consecutive home wins. The quarterbacks, Jordan Love and Bo Nix, are under the spotlight, with Love showing remarkable improvement and Nix displaying flashes of brilliance. The games outcome may hinge on third-down conversions, as the Packers offense leads the league and the Broncos defense is number one in stopping opponents. Despite Denvers impressive record, questions remain about their performance against high-caliber opponents, making this Sundays game a true test for both teams.

Delivering Bags of Hope in Janesville, Wisconsin, recently held its seventeenth annual food distribution, aiming to combat student food insecurity during school breaks. With over half of Janesville School District students eligible for free meals, the initiative supported 367 district families and 50 seniors, providing essential groceries and household items. Volunteers from various backgrounds coordinated the large-scale operation, raising over $50,000 through community donations and partnerships.

Black Girl Magic, a Madison nonprofit, hosted a monthly free event for students, fostering a sense of community and empowerment through crafts, books, and support. Founded by Rosa Thompson, the organization has grown from an after-school club to supporting hundreds of students. Their upcoming event on January tenth will teach digital content creation, continuing their mission to build community among Black girls and women.

Hundreds of Santas, Grinches, and elves braved the cold for the annual Santa Cycle Rampage in Madison, raising funds for bike accessibility programs. The festive five-mile ride through downtown, complete with a mini parade and costume contest, spread holiday cheer and promoted active lifestyles.

The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired left-handed reliever Angel Zerpa from the Kansas City Royals in exchange for outfielder Isaac Collins and right-handed pitcher Nick Mears. Zerpa, a five-year veteran, has a promising groundball rate and fastball velocity, and is under team control until 2029. This trade bolsters the Brewers bullpen with a young, controllable left-hander.

The Milwaukee Brewers have bolstered their bullpen by trading outfielder Isaac Collins and pitcher Nick Mears to the Kansas City Royals for left-handed pitcher Angel Zerpa. This move, reported by Jeff Passan of ESPN, adds flexibility to the Brewers roster as they aim to contend in the 2026 season. Zerpa, a 26-year-old with three years of team control, brings a left-handed arm with upside to help bridge the gap to closer Trevor Megill in late-game situations. Despite thinning their offensive depth slightly, the Brewers still have options in the outfield. This trade showcases the Brewers active efforts to improve their team and positions them for continued success in the National League Central.

Breaking News: Brewers Trade Star Left Fielder Isaac Collins to Royals; Pitcher Nick Mears Joins Kansas City, Angel Zerpa Heads to Milwaukee