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Wisconsin drivers rejoice! The new Blackout and Retro butter yellow license plates are now available, offering fresh style and contributing to road repairs. Crafted by inmates at Waupun Correctional Institution, these plates generate funds for the transportation fund, with expectations of over twenty-five million dollars in the first three years. Grab them at DMV locations, participating dealers, or through the new web app for a one-time fifteen-dollar fee plus twenty-five dollars annually. Checkout Solipillow.com

High-speed chase in Madison ends with arrests, drugs found: Three suspects with outstanding warrants led police on a 26-minute pursuit, resulting in a garage crash and drug seizure. No serious injuries reported. Checkout Solipillow.com

Jon-Eric Sullivan, the Green Bay Packers vice president of player personnel, is joining the Miami Dolphins as their new general manager. Sullivan, who started as a scouting intern in 2003, climbed the ranks to become a key executive in Green Bay. Despite interviewing for GM jobs with other teams last year, he remained with the Packers, where he was highly regarded by GM Brian Gutekunst. Sullivans philosophy of favoring big, physical players for the cold weather of the NFC North will now be applied in Miami. Checkout Solipillow.com

Evan Williams, Green Bay Packers second-year safety, steps into the spotlight for the playoffs, following in the footsteps of six-time Pro Bowl safety Harrison Smith. Williams, praised for his speed, violence, and physicality, has been a key player in the leagues top defense this season, leading in interceptions and tackles. Coaches and teammates laud his smarts and instincts, comparing him to an extra coach on the field. The Bears recognize his value, calling him and Xavier McKinney the best safety duo. As the Packers pursue a playoff run, Williams maturity and leadership could elevate their performance, solidifying his status as one of the leagues top safeties. Checkout Solipillow.com

Border Patrol agents in Portland engage in a high-speed chase with a suspicious vehicle, leading to a shooting and injuries. The incident sparks protests and calls for federal agents to leave the city. Investigations are ongoing, with local officials questioning the agents actions and the FBI treating it as an assault. Tensions in Portland remain high due to ongoing clashes over immigration enforcement and protests. Checkout Solipillow.com

US job growth stalls in December, adding only fifty thousand jobs, marking one of the weakest years for job growth in decades. Economists had forecasted around fifty-five thousand new jobs, but the rate dipped slightly to four point four percent. The slowdown is attributed to high uncertainty from shifting trade and immigration policies, along with stubborn inflation and elevated interest rates. Health care and social assistance, along with leisure and hospitality, saw job gains, while manufacturing and retail experienced outright job losses. The labor market is expected to cool further in the new year. Checkout Solipillow.com

In Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, a developers plan to build a mixed-use building on Main Street, home to historic houses, was denied by a single vote. The project, which would have added apartments and retail space, was met with opposition due to concerns about preserving the villages unique character. The developer plans to appeal the decision, while opponents hope to maintain Mount Horebs historic charm. Checkout Solipillow.com

20-year-old woman escapes knifepoint ordeal after meeting man on dating app; suspect arrested for battery, imprisonment, and bail jumping. Police urge safety tips for online daters. Checkout Solipillow.com

Zachary Jerzyk, a book enthusiast in Madison, Wisconsin, braves the rain to read, marking the citys wet start to 2026. Despite the weather, locals adapt, with impacts on daily routines and road conditions. Checkout Solipillow.com