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Ex Thiensville principal gets jail time for failing to report child abuse by former teacher

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 11:05am
Michael Henning, who was principal of Christ Alone Lutheran School, pleaded no contest in Ozaukee County Circuit Court to one count of failing to report child abuse.

EAA AirVenture 2026 is here: Tickets, planes and full lineup

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 11:00am
It’s the 73rd edition of the world’s biggest fly-in convention, with Wittman Regional Airport featuring everything from one-seater homebuilt planes to fighter jets and the iconic Goodyear blimp, “Wingfoot One.”

Democrats press Brown County DA to prosecute Elon Musk for $1M offers

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 10:50am
They argued that pressing charges was a matter of ensuring equal treatment under the law.

Tornadoes possible in second round of storms Monday for southern Wisconsin

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 10:15am
The severe potential for evening storms will depend on how the morning round evolves: if skies clear and temperatures warm during the afternoon, numerous severe storms are expected to develop.

Driver dies in fiery crash into tree in Jefferson County

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 9:25am
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Major Accident Investigation Team is investigating the crash.

Reedsburg grad's feat tops ESPN's Top 10 plays

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 8:55am
ESPN's top plays highlighted a double play by the Madison Mallards.

Fitchburg man clocked at 127 mph on Highway 14 arrested for OWI

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 8:35am
Prior to stopping, the driver was observed throwing a beer can from the vehicle, village of Oregon police said.

Wisconsin ranked in top 5 in nation for best school systems

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 8:00am
Wisconsin has one of the top-ranked school systems in the country, according to a new report from WalletHub.

Democratic governor candidates tout universal childcare as solution to industry crisis

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 5:50am
To pay for universal childcare, the state should repeal tax breaks or use sales taxes from marijuana legalization, or as one candidate cheekily called it, getting “baked for babies.”

AC/DC show rocks and shocks Camp Randall Stadium

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 5:45am
The first cannon shot at the end of the AC/DC show at Camp Randall Stadium Sunday night jarred many people in the crowd.

Why Wisconsin football coach believes new eligibility rule is a good elimination of 'crutch'

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 5:35am
Badgers coach Luke Fickell shared thoughts on the 'five for five' rule that gives all athletes five years of eligibility and eliminates redshirts.

UW-Madison scientists warn that Trump’s grant changes threaten research

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 5:30am
UW-Madison researchers were among the nearly 500,000 commenters who largely denounced a proposed rule that would politicize grants.

American Players Theatre cancels Sunday’s performance

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:05pm
“The Matchmaker” was to be performed at 6 p.m.

William Contreras' 3-run walk-off blast lifts Brewers over Marlins

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 4:53pm
Contreras belted a three-run walk-off home run with one out in the ninth inning to give Milwaukee a series sweep out of the All-Star break.

Dave Zweifel: Ron DeSantis' cruel execution campaign

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 12:30pm
The self-proclaimed Sunshine State has no income tax, and a lot of the well-to-do take up residence there in their golden years to avoid the taxes they had to pay in other states. So it's fitting that it's President Donald…

Brewers pitcher expects to be back soon after stint on IL

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 12:07pm
Milwaukee's Kyle Harrison said he feels great physically and was set to make a rehab start Sunday for the Timber Rattlers.

Wisconsin Originals: Chris Farley broke barriers and furniture in equal measure

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Opera in the Park got a reprieve from heat and smoke with a 'Grand Night for Singing'

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 10:50am
A large, appreciative crowd turned out for Opera in the Park Saturday for the free event's 25th anniversary.

45 body cameras should be easy lift for Madison City Council | Our view

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 7:35am
Madison’s police chief is making it easy for a stubborn City Council to finally phase in helpful body cameras on patrol officers at modest expense.

Zorba Paster: Dementia test shows promise, but there's no benefit in asking for it now

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 7:30am
Enjoy your life while you can. Why worry?

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