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Bills to ban transgender girls from female sports, transition procedures for youth, headed to Evers' desk

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 3:50pm
The bills, all of which passed along party lines, are expected to be vetoed by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.

Obituary index for Thur., Feb. 12

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 3:41pm
TODAY'S OBITUARIES

Madison now requires police officer and vehicle markings, in response to ICE concerns

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 3:32pm
Madison police’s unmarked vehicles now have placards in their front windows that say “official Madison police vehicle” in English and Spanish.

Court document details stalking, sexual assault allegations against former Mount Horeb coach

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 3:20pm
David Chancellor. 41, became the “perfect friend,” a now-19-year-old woman told police, but the relationship soured as he made repeated unwanted advances toward her.

Cargill to lay off 221 workers, close Milwaukee facility in May

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 2:44pm
Cargill Meat Solutions plans to close its Milwaukee protein ⁠processing plant at the end of May, eliminating 221 jobs.

Madison wants your feedback on an upcoming public art project on the Far West Side

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 2:30pm
The Madison Art Commission is seeking public feedback on a proposed public art installation for the new Far West Streets facility.

Report: Packers to name familiar face as their next QBs coach

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 2:07pm
The Green Bay Packers reportedly filled a key role on their coaching staff Wednesday, hiring a coach who worked directly with Aaron Rodgers during the quarterback's MVP seasons.

Wisconsin native wins 1,000 meters gold in an Olympic-record time

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 1:43pm
The 21-year-old Jordan Stolz needed 1 minute, 6.28 seconds to pace the group and win the title.

5 questions with Sauk Prairie gymnastics’ Kylee Ballweg and Makayla Greffin

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 1:07pm
A close-knit, inclusive environment has kept the Eagles’ duo of upperclassmen with state experience coming back to the sport. Get to know Sauk Prairie gymnastics’ Kylee Ballweg and Makayla Greffin.

Man arrested after 2 find car windows smashed, tires deflated on South Side

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 1:00pm
The 35-year-old man was found to have multiple cuts on his hands consistent with the damage at the scene, Madison police said.

Man accused of lighting vegetation on fire on State Street

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 12:25pm
When officers detained the 40-year-old man he was in possession of a lighter and small blow torch.

Driver faces OWI, other possible charges after 2 crashes in Madison

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 12:15pm
The 24-year-old driver was taken to a local hospital and issued a felony order-in for hit-and-run, reckless driving and operating while intoxicated.

The Camera Company in Madison downsizes to one store

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 12:07pm
The store will consolidate with the company’s West Side store five years after closing its Capitol Square store.

Man reports being pistol-whipped, beaten, shot on Southwest Side

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 11:25am
Detectives believe it was a targeted incident.

UW-Madison dean named interim chancellor to succeed Jennifer Mnookin

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 10:25am
Eric Wilcots currently leads UW-Madison’s largest college.

Bullet holes found in rental vehicle, Madison police investigating

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 10:10am
The manager of the rental agency told police someone had rented the vehicle between Jan. 24 and 26, but the bullet holes were not noticed until Feb. 1.

Former Purdue president, Indiana governor, to discuss solutions for higher ed at UW-Madison

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 9:40am
Mitch Daniels spoke with the Wisconsin State Journal ahead of presenting “Higher Ed, Public Policy, and a Divided America” at Memorial Union on Monday.

The spring primary is Tuesday. Here’s who’s on the ballot in Dane County

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 11:30am
The Wisconsin State Journal asked candidates for office in Dane County to tell us a bit about themselves and their priorities if elected.

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