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Mom calls McFarland girl, 8, who died riding her bike the ‘most beautiful baby’

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 4:08pm
The crash happened about 5:25 p.m. Wednesday when a vehicle heading east on Broadhead Street struck the bicyclist attempting to cross at North Peninsula Way, authorities said.

Police make drug arrests on night of Phish show

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 3:56pm
Police said patrols that led to the arrests came after the department became aware that nitrous oxide dealers would be following the jam band’s tour.

Thermo Fisher is moving 70 Middleton jobs out of state

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 3:37pm
Positions are being moved to company facilities in Virginia, but other workers affected by the change will be retained in Middleton.

Wisconsin Elections Commission launches probe into Green Bay duplicate ballots

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 1:40pm
A staff review found “probable cause” to believe the Green Bay city clerk’s office violated state law when it issued duplicate absentee ballots to 152 voters in the April election.

Pop-up health clinics in Verona will offer free medical care

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 1:00pm
Remote Area Medical Clinic is coming to Wisconsin for the first time offering care to anyone -- no insurance or ID required.

Judy Faulkner and her Epic art hunters scout Madison art fair for gems

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 11:45am
The art-buying style that has been her tradition for three decades, and artists say it’s made a huge difference.

Family identifies third child who died in Geneva Lake storm; honors her with legacy fund

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 11:35am
The family plans to create a legacy fund for children who might not be able to afford sports, or for children who wish to adopt rescue animals.

Wisconsin Originals: Milwaukee native Bud Selig returned MLB to Wisconsin

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Driver sought after police pursuit of rental vehicle

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 10:55am
The vehicle, which was registered to a rental car company, was impounded as part of the investigation.

Repairs still pending in tunnel where metal bracket struck vehicle

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 10:43am
The Walker report recommends that four actions be “performed immediately,” including that undersized washers be replaced with larger ones and bolts tightened.

Wisconsin, Under Armour unveil special uniforms for Notre Dame tilt

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 10:07am
The Badgers last wore alternate uniforms against Iowa in 2025 and also sported a different look for the 2021 contest against Notre Dame.

Heavy rain floods northeast Wisconsin high school

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 10:05am
Portions of De Pere High School are flooded after a round of heavy rain July 8. The extent of the damage is not yet known, district communications director Pam Pirman said.

David Crowley backs Sara Rodriguez in race for governor

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 10:05am
Crowley’s endorsement comes just weeks after fellow Democratic gubernatorial candidate Missy Hughes, former secretary of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp., suspended her campaign and endorsed Rodriguez.

Reedsburg woman injured, dog killed in wrong-way crash on I-41

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 9:40am
A 60-year-old Reedsburg woman was injured, and her dog was killed, after police said she drove the wrong way and crashed head-on into a semi-truck on I-41 Wednesday night.

Wisconsin tried to limit vacation payouts. Chris McIntosh took more than $100K anyways

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 8:55am
Wisconsin has changed contract language to eliminate vacation payouts for departing coaches, but Chris McIntosh cashed out his balance when he left the athletic director position in April.

Fire in ductwork damages Janesville industrial facility

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 8:55am
At about 12:55 p.m. Wednesday, fire crews were sent to the reported fire at the business in the 2500 block of Beloit Avenue, authorities said.

Dogs comfort weary travelers at Dane County Regional Airport

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 8:15am
Participants in the Dane County Airport’s pet therapy program have tripled over the past five years.

14 great ideas for your Madison-area weekend

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 8:00am
Get active at a local 5K, dance to live music at McPike Park and learn to pick bluegrass tunes on your own instruments. Just be sure to save some energy for nighttime hiking.

The moments that stood out in the Brewers' amazing first half

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 7:20am
Heading into the all-star break with the second-best record in Major League Baseball, the Brewers are doing what they do yet again.

News outlets sue for investigative records on criminally charged Wisconsin lawmaker

Thu, 07/09/2026 - 7:15am
Two media outlets are suing the state over records related to a Democratic state lawmaker who was charged with disorderly conduct following a dispute with party leaders.

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