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Extreme heat warning extended to Wednesday evening for southern, central Wisconsin

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 10:55am
Whether the extreme heat warning gets extended into Thursday and Friday depends in part on thunderstorms that could develop both days.

Wisconsin targets former senior administrator as next athletic director

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 10:33am
The Badgers are turning to a former deputy athletic director to take over the top job, according to a report. Here's what we know.

County seeks approval to expand Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 9:55am
Dane County has been working to renovate and expand the undersized convention center since 2018.

Woman who fled police escapes on foot as car rolls into Lake Monona

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 9:25am
Since the eluding incidents, the 22-year-old Madison woman has contacted Monona police on multiple occasions inquiring about her impounded vehicle.

Authorities identify pedestrian who died after being hit by vehicle in Beloit

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 8:10am
No details have been released about the crash, which remains under investigation.

Wisconsin's newest jersey sponsor? 'Iconic brand' a 'no-brainer'

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 7:30am
A Wisconsin company will have its logo on jersey patches for Badgers football, men's basketball and men's hockey. Here's what we know.

Post Malone made his way around Milwaukee during Summerfest stop

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 7:00am
Post Malone made his way around Milwaukee, by the looks of several local business' social media posts.

Tom Still: Dollar rankings not always best way to judge value of academic research

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 6:50am
Some “extramural funding” — dollars dedicated for a specific use — can squeeze out basic research done quietly in laboratories simply in pursuit of knowledge.

America gave me room to grow, serve, lead, despite setbacks | Ruben Anthony

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 6:40am
America means a great deal to me. As an African American man who grew up in urban America, I understand both the challenges that shape too many communities and the promise that continues to make this country worth believing in.

Fond du Lac still lucky 20 years after 'Miracle Mile' lottery streak

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 6:20am
A small stretch of South Main Street earned the nickname "Miracle Mile" for multi-million dollar lottery wins in the 1990s from tickets purchased at gas stations and grocery stores.

Packers offensive lineman going into season for first time knowing exact role

Tue, 06/30/2026 - 5:40am
For the first time in his career, Sean Rhyan is heading into the season knowing his exact role as the starting center for the Green Bay Packers.

Phyllis Davis

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 11:00pm
April 28, 1949 - June 24, 2026

Joey Ortiz's 8th-inning homer lifts Brewers over Reds

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 10:13pm
The Milwaukee Brewers took the first game of four-game series against the Cincinnati Reds Monday, coming back from a three-run deficit.

What happened to the Milwaukee Bucks' former first-round draft picks?

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 7:37pm
The Milwaukee Bucks have not held onto many of their recent first-round draft picks. Here's what to know about them.

Former Bucks player Malik Beasley indicted on federal gambling charges

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 6:37pm
Former Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard Malik Beasley was indicted on federal gambling charges Monday and is set to voluntarily turn himself in by Tuesday.

Frank & Andrea, Twin Cities pizza import, set to open in Madison

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 4:25pm
The first 500 people who visit will get a free slice.

Supreme Court to hear arguments in congressional map cases in September

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 3:16pm
The court on Monday scheduled oral arguments for Sept. 16. Plaintiffs in both cases seek to redraw the state’s congressional maps.

Dane County UN group is celebrating Cuba with dinner and dancing

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 3:00pm
The Cuban cuisine is being catered by Cubarican, a Cuban and Puerto Rican food cart and pop-up restaurant.

Man who failed to secure gun child used to shoot himself gets 18 months

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 2:30pm
Powell was watching three of his girlfriend’s children at the time but had left his holstered 9mm Glock either on a speaker or next to the mattress where he and his girlfriend slept.

DIGEST

Mon, 06/29/2026 - 2:21pm
Janesville parents were arrested Sunday after their child died earlier this month of possible drowning in a bathtub, the Rock County Sheriff’s Office reported.

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