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UW Board of Regents member Jack Salzwedel leaves board
Salzwedel’s term was to run until 2031. He has stepped down to tend to family medical challenges.
OfficeMax at West Towne to close but gain a swimming pool
OfficeMax merged with Office Depot in 2013 but Office Depot stores on South Whitney Way and East Washington Avenue will remain open.
Wisconsin Originals: Grand Chute native Joseph McCarthy led communist witch hunt
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Heat wave may be factor in spike in drug overdoses
On Monday and Tuesday, first responders reported at least seven overdoses suspected to have involved opiates and several other related incidents, which is above normal.
Madison police seeking to identify man who injured child in disturbance at restaurant
The child, whose age was not provided, suffered “significant” injuries and required medical attention.
Former school custodian found guilty of child sexual assault
The child, who is now 16, reported to police in 2024 that she remembered being assaulted by Myers several times between 2012 and 2015.
13 great ideas for your Madison-area weekend
America is 250 years old, temperatures are in the 90s and summertime is in full swing.
Spirit of '76 meets the modern age in Phil Hands' cartoon
America is celebrating its 250th anniversary this weekend. This grand experiment in self-governance has endured through wars, social upheaval and leaps and bounds of technology.
Construction set to start on Buc-ee's Travel Center in Oak Creek
Buc-ee the beaver is gathering his materials in Oak Creek and is nearly ready to start construction on the first Buc-ee’s in Wisconsin.
Motorcyclist flown to hospital after crash in Rock County
The crash happened about 7:40 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of North McCord Road and North Lima Center Road in the town of Lima, west of Whitewater.
Polzin: How Shawn Eichorst got off to a solid start as Wisconsin AD
Winning the press conference was a nearly impossible task Wednesday. But the Badgers' new leader said all the right things during a Zoom interview with reporters.
Wisconsin to crack down on impaired boating over Fourth of July weekend
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources conservation wardens will partner with law enforcement agencies across the country for Operation Dry Water, an annual effort.
What should Hannah Dugan's penalty be? Defense, prosecution file sentencing memos
The former Milwaukee County circuit judge will be sentenced Wednesday on a conviction of obstructing federal immigration agents.
Man charged in shooting that injured 4 at Milwaukee McDonald's
An arrest warrant was issued for Jahzir Collins, 18, of Milwaukee, who was not yet in custody as of Wednesday.
Man accused of killing guard at Milwaukee bar during World Cup watch party
Michael Carroll-Garcia, who was arrested last week in Vilas County, was convicted in 2006 of second-degree reckless homicide as a party to a crime.
Here’s the latest on UW-Madison’s chancellor search
The new UW-Madison chancellor will work with Shawn Eichorst, who served as a senior administrator for the Badgers from 2006 to 2011.
How fast could Jacob Misiorowski actually throw? His answer
The 24-year-old has no idea what, exactly, the maximum velocity in the firelauncher strapped to his right shoulder is.
It looks as though Jacob Misiorowski will not pitch in the All-Star Game
It appears that Jacob Misiorowski will pitch the final day before the break, which would most likely rule him out of pitching in the All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia.
Courage, hard work brought my grandparents to America | Kristen Scott
America's 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on our nation's history, celebrate its achievements and recommit ourselves to building a more just future. For me, this milestone represents both gratitude and responsibility.






