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Thinking of betting on the April 7 election? In Wisconsin, that’s illegal

Thu, 03/26/2026 - 10:49am
Ann Jacobs, chair of the Wisconsin Elections Commission, took to social media Tuesday to remind residents that voters who bet on an election could have their ballot thrown out.

Downtown Middleton bookstore will also feature antiques

Thu, 03/26/2026 - 9:40am
The combination bookstore/antique shop will open in the space that had been home to Sofra Family Restaurant.

‘Acute medical emergency’ cited as cause of 7-vehicle crash in Monona that injured 6

Thu, 03/26/2026 - 8:35am
The pickup driver, who was not seriously injured, became unconscious before the crash and is fully cooperating with the investigation, Monona police said.

Sun Prairie man arrested in child sexual assault investigation

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 6:04pm
Chase Schroeder, 27, allegedly initiated contact with an Illinois child through social media and used a rideshare service to transport the child to Sun Prairie, where the sexual assault occurred. Schroeder was previously convicted in Texas in 2019 and is…

How it looked, sounded as Wisconsin men's hockey got ready for NCAA Tournament opener

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 5:33pm
The Badgers got a message about sacrifice before they left for the NCAA Tournament. That's one of the things they discussed on the eve of their game against Dartmouth.

Sale of former UW campus to Christian school can proceed for now, judge rules

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 4:38pm
The judge’s decision on Wednesday isn’t the final outcome of the case.

Ordinance would require police monitor's office to submit quarterly reports

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 2:44pm
The proposal seeks to create “more transparency between the OIM and the PCOB to the council,” said Ald. MGR Govindarajan.

Badgers coach Luke Fickell on his relationship with alumni, his vision for alumni coordinator role

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 2:07pm
Wisconsin's coach said he "feels bad" that he hasn't connected with former Badgers. Here's what he thinks has to change.

Former fullback returning to Wisconsin football to be alumni coordinator

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 1:16pm
Bradie Ewing made a football career out of getting tough jobs done for the Badgers. He's taking on a new one as the team's alumni coordinator.

Memorial, Toki teacher is being investigated for a possible inappropriate student relationship

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 1:03pm
Superintendent Joe Gothard released a statement apologizing to anyone affected by the situation, noting that it rattles an entire community.

Wisconsin Supreme Court debate postponed after Chris Taylor reports feeling ill

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 1:00pm
WISN 12, the TV station hosting the debate, said it is working with both campaigns to reschedule the debate.

Authorities identify Verona officer and suspect he fatally shot after pursuit

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 12:55pm
Authorities have identified a Verona officer and the suspect he fatally shot after a pursuit on Sunday.

Garage fire followed by house fire next day at same Rock County residence

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 12:45pm
The fires happened Saturday and Sunday at 5102 North Walnut Grove Road in the town of Harmony.

Restaurant going into long-vacant Estrellón space in Downtown Madison

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 12:30pm
The 6,000-square-foot space comprises two rooms on the ground floor of the Ovation 309 building, just off State Street.

Racine County man who falsely requested absentee ballots guilty of election fraud

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 11:30am
Harry Wait requested absentee ballots under two people’s names to try to prove a point about alleged deficiencies in Wisconsin’s voting system.

Authorities identify pedestrian killed by alleged OWI driver in hit-and-run on Far East Side

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 11:20am
The death remains under investigation by Madison police and the Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Burden on Wisconsin property taxpayers is unfair | Mike Gleason

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:29am
It’s important that students in the Sauk Prairie School District have healthy, safe facilities for positive learning. It’s also important that the teachers in the Sauk Prairie School District are competitively compensated and have a quality work environment so they…

Why are dogs still used in medical research in Wisconsin and the US?

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:25am
For many, the break-in at Ridglan farm was shocking, not only about the incident itself but that dogs are being used in medical research at all.

A dozen possibilities for your Madison-area weekend

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 9:00am
The spring weather we’ve been yearning for is finally upon us. Here are a dozen ways to enjoy it this weekend.

Madison questions legality of Capitol Square, UW-Madison Flock cameras on city property

Wed, 03/25/2026 - 8:25am
At issue is whether UW-Madison and Capitol police can install their Flock cameras on city-owned poles without the city’s permission.

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