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Dane County explores new treatment for mental health: Go see a show

Sat, 07/04/2026 - 5:50am
A “social prescribing” pilot program combines traditional healthcare systems with community arts and volunteer organizations.

How an undrafted wideout is looking to make Packers roster in 2nd season

Sat, 07/04/2026 - 5:37am
Every training camp, there is a player or two who seemingly come out of nowhere and make a push for the 53-man roster. This year it could be Isaiah Neyor.

Donald Trump's fossil fuel agenda isn't in the public interest | Harry Parrott

Sat, 07/04/2026 - 5:30am
President Donald Trump declared a national energy emergency to steer about $700 million to 13 coal plants, either new or refurbished, according to a June article in Scientific American. Disliking the aesthetics of wind turbines, Trump is spending about $2.5…

Brewers erupt in 11th, overwhelm Diamondbacks in series opener

Sat, 07/04/2026 - 1:03am
The Milwaukee Brewers broke through late with a four-run 11th inning, overcoming a rocky start from Kyle Harrison in the process.

Monona Community Festival beats heat, rising costs to kick off Fourth of July

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 7:15pm
Families flooded Winnequah Park on Friday for the first day of the Monona Community Festival.

Here's how much Wisconsin paid the firm that organized athletic director search

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 5:17pm
Wisconsin paid a North Carolina firm a flat fee for conducting the search that led to the hiring of Shawn Eichorst as athletic director, and it also owes for expenses.

UW-Madison ends contract with Flock over privacy concerns, conflict with city policy

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 3:30pm
The UW-Madison Police Department will not renew its annual contract with Flock Safety following community concerns about privacy.

Think this year’s Democratic gubernatorial primary is crowded? Just look at 2018

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 2:28pm
Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic field is just the second time in decades that more than three candidates have appeared on the party’s primary ballot.

For second week in a row, Brewers game Friday will appear on Apple TV

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 2:03pm
For the second week in a row, a Friday night Milwaukee Brewers game will appear on the Apple TV streaming service.

Stoughton-area barn destroyed in fire

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 1:47pm
A barn and several vehicles inside it were destroyed in a fire Thursday evening in the town of Dunkirk, just south of Stoughton.

Here's what this week's landmark Supreme Court rulings mean for Wisconsin

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 12:25pm
How the rulings on birthright citizenship, transgender sports, campaign spending and mail-in ballots could play out here.

Wisconsin Originals: Rufus Dawes commanded 6th Wisconsin at Gettysburg

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Trump approves disaster declaration for Wisconsin after April storms

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 7:55am
The declaration authorizes federal disaster assistance through FEMA to aid recovery efforts in areas impacted by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding from April 13-23, 2026.

Who illustrates the American ideal? These 8 Wisconsinites

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 7:50am
Here are eight Wisconsinites who local communities say illustrates the American ideal.

Will Wisconsin corn grow 'knee high by the Fourth of July' this year?

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 7:45am
The saying "knee-high by the Fourth of July" was once used by farmers hoping to measure the success of their corn crops, according to the Farmers' Almanac.

Trump student loan caps causing some Wisconsin students to rethink graduate degrees

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 7:10am
New federal student loan changes in effect this week are meant to lower tuition but have left some Wisconsin students with concerns about how they will finance their education.

84,000 gallons of sewage spills from broken pipe in Mazomanie

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 7:00am
The force main break has been temporarily fixed and a permanent repair is planned for later this summer.

Muse electrifies tour kickoff at Summerfest (and blows out the power)

Fri, 07/03/2026 - 6:50am
Muse absolutely rocked, treating their extremely patient Milwaukee fans with their first performance after releasing their latest album "The Wow! Signal" on June 26.

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