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Stoughton considering anti-bullying ordinance

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 2:30pm
A proposed ordinance would prohibit bullying, retaliation against people who report bullying and would subject parents to fines if their child is reported for bullying twice in a 90-day period.

Walworth County official to head state's Department of Health Services

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 2:00pm
The former director of Walworth County's Department of Health and Human Services has been appointed to head the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Highway 19 construction starts Sunday in town of Westport

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 1:30pm
A stretch of Highway 19 in the town of Westport will close for construction at night, beginning Sunday night.

July deadliest month on Wisconsin roads so far in 2016, officials say

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 1:15pm
Traffic fatality figures released on Thursday show more people died in crashes in Wisconsin in July than any other month so far this year, the Department of Transportation said.

Near East Side block closed for construction

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 12:30pm
One block of North Paterson Street from East Washington Avenue to East Mifflin Street will close for construction Monday.

North Segoe Road remains open during construction

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 12:30pm
Construction work will begin on North Segoe Road between Sheboygan Avenue and Regent Street Monday. North- and south-bound traffic will be open on the east side of the median in the current north-bound lanes, according to the Madison Traffic Engineering…

Deerfield man arrested, allegedly was sexting 16-year-old girl, police say

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 12:10pm
A Deerfield man who allegedly was sexting a 16-year-old girl was arrested Wednesday on charges of child enticement.

Pancake mix from Madison company recalled; contains wheat, not listed on label

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 11:15am
A pancake mix sold by Madison-based Porchlight Products has been recalled because it contains wheat and doesn't list wheat on the ingredients label.

Badgers football: Wisconsin not ranked in Amway Coaches preseason poll

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 11:14am
Five of the Badgers' first seven opponents are ranked in the Top 15, including LSU at No. 6.

Chrissy Teigen offers a variation on the Caprese salad

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 11:00am
The Caprese salad of fresh mozzarella, basil and tomatoes is universally loved.

Stolen semi trailer sought in southern Wisconsin

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 10:40am
An empty semi trailer was taken from a Menomonee Falls storage lot over the weekend, with police putting out a bulletin to all law enforcement agencies in southern Wisconsin in the search for the trailer.

Person robbed at gunpoint in Fitchburg, police say

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 10:15am
Police responded to an armed robbery report in Fitchburg Wednesday night.

Fatal victims identified in Vernon County house fire

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 9:45am
The Vernon County Sheriff's Office identified the two fatalities of Monday's house fire in Vernon County as Gene A Zautke, 54, and Vicki B. Ozelis, 56, of rural LaFarge.

Chicago area woman feared drowned in Mississippi River, Grant County officials say

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 8:00am
A search will continue Thursday for a missing Chicago area woman who is presumed drowned in the Mississippi River, Grant County officials said.

Jerry Davis: Trespassers make protecting wild ginseng a never-ending endeavor

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 6:30am
Anytime there is money involved, some people are likely to take advantage, wardens say. They estimate diggers pocketed close to $1,000,000, in 2015, based on 1,294 pounds (dry weight) of root sold.

Make sensational variations of salsa with fruit, veggies, nuts, herbs and olives

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 6:30am
When it comes to favorite summer condiments, salsa is giving traditional hot dog toppers ketchup and mustard a serious run for the money.

Restaurant review: OM is a refuge for Indian food

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 6:30am
OM provides a reliable option for Indian food on Madison's East Side.

Tomatoes and corn pair up in an easy wrap

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 5:15am
Two of our favorite summer foods — corn on the cob and fresh tomatoes — come together in this simple wrap as a salsa for grilled chicken.

Brookings reports ranks Madison high for high-tech output growth

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 5:00am
A report was released Thursday by the Washington, D.C. nonprofit Brookings Institution.

Packers: Young receivers responding with Jordy Nelson sidelined

Thu, 08/04/2016 - 4:25am
Aaron Rodgers is taking advantage of throwing more passes to a promising group of young receivers, and the two-time NFL MVP likes what he's seen early in camp.

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