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Man dies after single-vehicle rollover crash in Lafayette County

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 11:05am
The man suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken by ambulance to Lafayette County Hospital and then by MedFlight helicopter to University Hospital in Madison, where he later died.

A guide to summer festivals in the Madison area

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 10:36am
It's summer festival season. Check out the summer concerts, parties and more.

Outdoor playtime can hinge on income. A Madison elementary school is using bikes to close the gap

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 10:35am
Gym teacher James Kersten has led an effort to make cycling accessible to children whose access to the outdoors is often limited.

MGE says power should be fully restored by Friday evening

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 10:30am
Severe storms Wednesday and Thursday left nearly 16,000 customers without power at the peak and about 480 still were without power as of 8:30 a.m. Friday, MGE said.

Wisconsinites had big impact on history

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 8:00am
William Horlick, who lived in Racine, invented malted milk. Orson Welles, born in Kenosha, directed “Citizen Kane” and created a bit of a panic with “War of the Worlds.” Ada Deer, born on the Menominee reservation in Keshena, led the…

24-cow dairy to host Dane County Breakfast on the Farm

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 7:50am
Amid the rolling green fields in eastern Dane County, seventh-generation farm Swaindale Genetics is preparing to host Saturday’s Dane County Breakfast on the Farm.

St. Mary’s Hospital nurses in Madison vote to join union

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 7:25am
SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital nurses voted to unionize Thursday more than a year after starting unionization efforts, citing concerns over burnout, staffing practices and compensation.

Family sues Milwaukee over 2023 death of teen left in tow lot for days

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 7:20am
The family of a 17-year-old found dead in a car that was locked in the city's tow lot three years ago is suing the City of Milwaukee in federal court.

Wisconsin Supreme Court to hear appeal in 2nd congressional districts redistricting case

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 7:20am
The order comes about two weeks after the court agreed to hear an appeal in another case running on a near-parallel track, challenging the maps with a different argument.

We Energies seeks to loosen some financial guarantees for data centers

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 7:10am
We Energies is asking state regulators to loosen some artificial intelligence data center companies’ financial guarantees under a recently approved electric rate.

Indian Motorcycle DEI campaign against Harley-Davidson tied to Trump campaign leader

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 7:00am
An aggressive Indian Motorcycle campaign targeting Harley-Davidson for being a "DEI" company is engineered by a company that works with influencers and involves a former Trump campaign official.

Spilled animal parts closed I-39/90 near Janesville Thursday morning

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 6:50am
Southbound traffic on a stretch of Interstate 39/90 near Janesville was closed most of the morning of Thursday for a cleanup of spilled animal byproducts, authorities reported.

Generac deal with data center firm means hundreds of new jobs in Wisconsin

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 6:45am
Waukesha-based Generac has expanded its facility in Oshkosh, purchased manufacturing operations in Sussex, and began ramping up production at its Beaver Dam facility.

How UW became America's top university in 2050 | Zach Bohannon

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 6:40am
The year is 2050, and UW-Madison has become the gold standard for academics, athletics and developing future leaders. Not only are championships the norm for sports teams on campus, but so are earning degrees and moving into leadership in life…

Ex-Milwaukee cop pleads guilty to misuse of Flock cameras in tracking former partner

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 6:35am
Authorities say Josue Ayala, 33, looked up the license plate of someone he was dating more than 120 times and a second license plate belonging to that person's ex 55 times.

Polzin: Why Wisconsin rowers 'pulling our weight' is critical to program's survival

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 5:37am
The fundraising efforts by alumni for the program includes the creation of a hall of fame. Its first inductee: legendary coach Randy Jablonic.

How George Washington transfer fits perfectly into Wisconsin men's basketball's offense

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 5:25am
Back in April, Trey Autry was already excited to get the season started. Because how he can impact the Badgers is clear.

Wisconsin's time on NCAA probation is over. Here's what that means

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 5:20am
A case involving impermissible phone calls by Badgers football coaches and staff members led to punishments handed down in 2025. A year on probation has expired.

Donald Trump dodges questions by insulting female journalists | Anne McGill

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 5:00am
President Donald Trump was recently interviewed by Kristen Welker oif "Meet the Press." Welker asked questions about Trump’s election fraud and Trump had a tantrum.

Getting a Wisconsin state park pass just got a bit easier

Thu, 06/11/2026 - 9:02pm
A new program will allow the annual stickers to be purchased along with vehicle registrations.

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