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Chazen Museum prepares to unveil revamped galleries

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 7:30am
The building’s first floor galleries will reopen Aug. 31, followed by the second floor on Sept. 8.

WEC Energy says more data centers may be coming to Wisconsin

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 7:25am
WEC Energy Group CEO Scott Lauber said during an earnings call Wednesday that the power provider is in discussions to service several potential new data center projects.

Village of Oregon man in northern Wisconsin police chase died of self-inflicted gunshot wound

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 7:20am
The chase Tuesday afternoon went through parts of Lincoln and Marathon counties, authorities said.

New London man charged with killing mother, setting apartment on fire

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 6:55am
A New London man was charged Tuesday with four felonies after prosecutors allege he killed his mother before setting her apartment on fire to conceal the homicide.

Blood supply hits critical shortage levels for 44 hospitals in Wisconsin

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 6:20am
Due to increased emergency use, fewer donors and heat-related cancellations, multiple blood types are at less than a two-day supply on hand as of Monday.

Community rallies to support Fox Valley tornado recovery through food and aid

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 6:10am
In the days following the tornado, hundreds of volunteers, water bottle packs, food boxes — as well as hundreds of thousands of dollars — have poured in.

Polzin: How a history project is helping Wisconsin football learn from its past

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 5:37am
Badgers coach Luke Fickell gave his players a summer homework assignment: Do a deep dive into the program's best teams and find out what made them great.

Brewers pitcher's arduous journey brings him back to major leagues

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 9:27pm
The appearance was likely a one-off in a forgettable 16-3 loss to the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. But to the 32-year-old lefty, it meant the world.

Madison police arrest 1 in disturbance at protest encampment

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 8:38pm
Police have not yet identified the man protest organizer Alan Robinson described as white and in his 30s or 40s.

Giants rookie hits his 1st career home runs in rout of Brewers

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 6:33pm
San Francisco Giants captured the season series over National League Central-leading Milwaukee with a shellacking Wednesday afternoon.

Data center doubts can empower rural Wisconsin | Anthony Pahnke

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 6:30pm
In many ways, the race to be Wisconsin’s next governor is a microcosm of developments happening around the country.

Dane Dances returns with Latin vibes, Motown magic

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 5:30pm
Dane Dances kicks off its four-week series on Aug. 7 with Latin and Motown music, and continues with funk, disco, pop and more.

5 observations from Day 1 of Packers training camp

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 5:13pm
Special teams emphasis and players looking to recover quickly from injuries were among the standout observations from the start of camp in Green Bay.

Voters whose preferred candidate drops out of race can’t revote, judge rules

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 5:00pm
In the ruling, Judge David Conway found that a ballot can only be spoiled before it is returned, not afterward.

Madison City Council meeting moves online only over safety concerns

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 4:15pm
City government officials received threatening messages, according to Council President Sabrina Madison.

Dane County's new court offers services to curb repeat offenses

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 3:45pm
Participants have to sign contracts requiring them to get needed services and, if they complete the program, they could have their charges dismissed or reduced.

Update on Wisconsin women's basketball guard Kyrah Daniels' foot injury

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 3:23pm
Wisconsin women's basketball guard Kyrah Daniels is hoping to return to play early this season after an injury in the WBIT semifinals.

1 dead in Jefferson County rollover crash

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 3:15pm
The driver, whom the Sheriff’s Office did not identify, was ejected from the vehicle and died from injuries sustained in the crash.

Metro Transit expects to be $4.2 million over budget this year

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 2:45pm
For the second straight year, Madison’s bus services underestimated costs and overestimated revenues, putting a projected $4.2 million pothole in its 2026 budget.

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