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4 arrested, 4 guns, drugs seized when search warrants executed on North Side
The warrants were served in the 1600 block of Wright Street and the 1400 block of Trailsway by the Madison police SWAT team.
Wisconsin men's basketball starting forward to miss 2nd straight game
A sophomore forward will likely get his second-straight start in the junior's absence.
Ending salvages odd story
There are plenty of questionable twists and turns in the first two-thirds of “Reminders of Him.” But then, in the last third, Lauren Graham has a couple of moments that will make you realize she’s much more than one of…
Former Madison teacher facing federal child porn charges
David C. Fawcett, 58, of Madison, exchanged sexually explicit messages and images with a 15-year-old Texas girl last summer, according to a Feb. 6 criminal complaint.
Irish blessings, mathematical pie and more this weekend
Lucky you. There's a ton of fun shenanigans under our rainbow.
Restaurant review: Something to celebrate? One Prime will impress
If you're going to splurge, this is one of the best places to do it.
After long delay, big changes in the works for Alliant Energy Center
Dane County’s ambitious vision for the 164-acre Madison campus is gaining momentum as the county nears a deal to renovate its most recognizable building.
Opening of men's homeless shelter delayed, while goal of 24/7 facility still out of reach
City planners said they haven’t given up on keeping the shelter open 24/7 but say the soonest that is likely to happen is later this year.
Wisconsin legislature 'wasting' money on private lawyers, liberal law group says in lawsuit
The suit argues the Legislature should instead be using its statutorily designated lawyers or state Department of Justice attorneys, which taxpayers have already paid for, to fight its battles.
Polzin: ‘Play for Trae.’ How the Madison Memorial boys basketball program rallied after a tragedy
Trevone Harris was a rising talent with big dreams and a magnetic personality. His death last fall due to a heart condition rocked a community but didn't stop the Spartans.
'Dumb' idea set former basketball player on unlikely path to Wisconsin volleyball team
The 6-foot-3 middle blocker from Illinois committed Tuesday morning to Badgers coach Kelly Sheffield, completing one of the more improbable recruiting journeys in recent years.
Packers reportedly find defensive line help after rival's cost-cutting move
The defensive tackle finished last season with 31 quarterback pressures and four sacks, and his addition provides Green Bay's new defensive coordinator a familiar presence.
Dodge County sheriff, DHS deny detaining US citizen despite evidence
Federal immigration officials and the Dodge County sheriff are denying they held a U.S. citizen woman for more than 30 hours at O'Hare airport then released her onto the street in rural Wisconsin in the middle of the night, despite…
Madison Makers Market expands to Cottage Grove
Cottage Grove is an area Makers Market organizer Dave Van has been hoping to expand in as he looks for areas with fewer market opportunities.
Shawano County deputy fatally shoots man who came at officers with what they believed was gun
No members of law enforcement or other members of the public were injured.
2 men arrested in Janesville gunshots
At about 3 p.m. Tuesday, a 911 caller reported hearing four gunshots in the 300 block of Clark Street and vehicles leaving the area at high speed.
Wisconsin Elections Commission launches online voter resource hub
The launch of the 2026 Election Information Hub seeks to combat election misinformation heading into the fall midterm elections.
Want a piece of Porta Bella? Keepsakes and equipment are going up for auction
The Italian restaurant, which closed Feb. 28 after 58 years, is auctioning off its kitchen equipment, supplies and antiques.
Polzin: Pat Richter on birthday pranks and Bob Harlan’s legacy
Two Wisconsin sports icons shared the same birthday — Sept. 9. They also shared a mutual respect, and some laughs along the way.
Packers bolster special teams with addition of free-agent return man
The receiver's 37 kick return attempts last season for the 49ers were the seventh-most in football, and he ranked tied for 11th in average yards per return.






