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Federal rollback of PFAS standards leave Wisconsin with questions

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 5:30am
Newly announced plans to roll back regulations on cancer-causing "forever chemicals" in water have Wisconsin officials reviewing the potential impact on the state.

Brewers' Kyle Harrison dominates as Cubs shut out for fifth straight loss

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:23pm
Harrison allowed two hits over seven shutout innings to help visiting Milwaukee finish off a three-game sweep of its division rivals.

Drug conviction costs Downtown Madison building owners right to lease liquor store space

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 3:47pm
Owners of a mixed-use building at 36 Bassett Street will need to wait 12 months before they can lease space for a liquor store after a previous tenant was found guilty of selling illegal hemp products.

Former Packers QB Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season: 'This is it'

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 2:30pm
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who spent 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers, said he will retire from the NFL after the 2026 campaign.

Why personal life changes don't alter Steve Stricker's goals at AmFam Championship

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 1:33pm
A year of change so far for PGA Tour Champions pro Steve Stricker could get some normalcy at the American Family Insurance Championship on June 5-7.

DeForest decides to add fluoride to drinking water again

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 1:00pm
Fluoride was widely introduced into American public water systems in the mid-20th century to reduce tooth decay, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Apartment window damaged by gunfire on East Side

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:35pm
No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made, Madison police said.

State says Downtown Madison ramp and tunnel below it are safe to use

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:30pm
Tatyana Warrick, a spokesperson for the DOA, which owns the ramp, on Wednesday said that the area where the mishap occurred “was thoroughly inspected and deemed safe.”

Brewers top prospect Jesús Made hits walk-off winner for Biloxi

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:07pm
The Brewers' farm system had quite the day Tuesday. Take a look at some of the highlights from the action.

How Brewers' Misiorowski figured it out after shaky beginning to dominate Cubs

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:33am
Jacob Misiorowski built on his scoreless innings streak against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night, navigating some early chaos to post another quality start.

Bicyclist ticketed for running into vehicle on East Side

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:20am
A driver was turning onto Walter Street from inbound Atwood Avenue when the cyclist crashed into the rear panel of the vehicle, Madison police said.

Mandela Barnes proposes blocking use of AI to boost consumer prices

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:48am
MADISON – Democratic candidate for governor Mandela Barnes is proposing to seek measures if elected to bar companies from using artificial intelligence to drive up prices or limit access to services

Roofing crew finds bullet lodged in roof of Far East Side home

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:40am
The resident had the roof replaced 18 months ago, but had a contractor come out to inspect it after recent storms.

Teen injures officer during arrest after State Street store robbed, owner shoved

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:10am
The boy was taken to the Dane County juvenile jail on tentative charges of robbery-strong arm, resisting arrest causing a soft tissue injury, and trespassing.

Permanent Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall to be unveiled in Watertown on Memorial Day

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 9:40am
After quickly raising more than $600,000 beginning in spring 2025, a traveling wall memorial has been converted to a permanent display.

Driver crashes into parked car, tree, building on Near West Side

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 8:50am
The crash happened about 9:10 a.m. in the 220 block of Regent Street when the man abruptly swerved his vehicle into traffic, Madison police said.

Amish buggy driver killed in crash with pickup truck in Lafayette County

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 8:15am
The fatal crash is the second of the year in Lafayette County.

Madison’s Edgewater hotel envisions upgrades to plaza, pier, dining areas

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 7:20am
The renovation comes just over a decade after the hotel’s expansion was held up by a prolonged debate over its funding needs and visibility.

Madison School District to stop busing some kids to Goodman Center after school

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 7:10am
Recent changes to the area have made it safer to walk from Lowell and Emerson to the Goodman Center, said Scott Chehak, the district’s building services director.

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