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Midvale Boulevard reduced to one lane in each direction for resurfacing

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 2:05pm
Traffic on Midvale Boulevard will be restricted to one lane in either direction between Mineral Point Road and University Avenue beginning Friday morning.

Boys and Girls Clubs CEO Michael Johnson dead at 50

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 12:16pm
Johnson died unexpectedly Sunday night, according to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County.

Man arrested for allegedly cutting power cords running food carts on North Side

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 11:50am
A man was arrested for damaging and removing the power cords from several food trucks on the North Side on Thursday, Madison police said.

Vacant building at top of State Street could see major renovation

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 11:40am
The block has undergone a revival since it was emptied nearly a decade ago for a failed boutique hotel project.

Muggy heat, storms, possible tornadoes forecast for southern Wisconsin this week

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 11:35am
The primary area of concern is south central Wisconsin, which includes the Madison area.

Wisconsin Originals: William Harley, Arthur Davidson sparked a transportation revolution

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Ex-Brewers star Corbin Burnes suffers 'major setback' during rehab

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 10:50am
Former Milwaukee Brewers Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes won't be back for the Arizona Diamondbacks until at least late this season after a new injury sustained as he rehabs following Tommy John

Nanci Tibbetts’ American roots run deep

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 10:00am
In her involvement with the group, Tibbetts is carrying on a legacy from her mother, who some 36 years ago did the painstaking work of tracing her ancestry back to the four men.

What is the prediction for the 2026 hurricane season?

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 9:40am
An average hurricane season produces 14 named storms, of which seven become hurricanes, including three major hurricanes (wind speeds greater than 111 mph).

The Regents expect to name a new UW system president this fall. Here’s how the public can weigh in

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 9:00am
The Universities of Wisconsin is expected to name a new president in the fall after the Board of Regents fired its last leader in April due to a loss of confidence.

Man arrested after pistol-whipping reported at Near East Side Madison park

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 8:55am
At about 8:50 p.m. Thursday, police were sent to McPike Park after a person reported being pistol whipped.

Ridglan Farms beagle finds a new life in a Verona family’s home

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:50am
After three weeks in the Stark family home, Finn can sit on command, begs for and scarfs down treats, runs circles around the backyard, and snuggles his adopted family.

What does UW-Madison want in its next chancellor? For starters, students say there’s some healing to do

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:45am
In interviews with the Wisconsin State Journal, students and faculty alike said they want to be heard and included in decisions.

Packers went against norm to bring needed veteran presence to defense

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:40am
The Green Bay Packers tried something different in the offseason, opting to add a veteran presence in defensive tackle Javon Hargrave to help boost a young group.

Farewell to the McClain Center, built and demolished out of Wisconsin falling behind peers

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:37am
The McClain Center is being torn down after nearly 38 years in service for Badgers football and other teams.

Is David Hamilton making the quantum leap that the Brewers predicted?

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:35am
David Hamilton has homered three times since May 23 after going his first 43 games of the year without going deep once.

Person of interest in custody after Madison man shot on North Side Sunday night

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:30am
Madison police said they had a person of interest in custody and detectives were talking to him late Sunday.

Termination of funding leaves Wisconsin childcare at risk

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:25am
The funding that once kept early childcare services afloat is scheduled to end this month, putting a quarter of Wisconsin childcare providers at risk, according to a Wisconsin Early Childhood

Rocking repeat: Pair holds off charges from dozen teams to win AmFam Championship

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 5:00am
Darren Clarke notched his second American Family Insurance Championship win, this time with PGA Tour Champions rookie Ben Crane.

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