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Brewers' mettle will be shown again as DL Hall, Grant Anderson injured

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:43pm
The Milwaukee Brewers saw a pair of key relief pitchers leave early Thursday in the team's second consecutive loss.

Dane County, Madison parks offer permit-free weekend

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:25pm
The parks are generally free to wander through and sunbathe in, but for this weekend only, residents can unlock some of the parks’ additional recreational features.

Sun Prairie girls flip script with podium finishes in Division 1 state jump events

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:23pm
The crosstown rivals turned disappointment last season into podium finishes at the state track and field meet Friday at UW-La Crosse.

Governor candidate Hughes stands alone in support of failed surplus deal

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:15pm
The fast-moving bill imploded just days after it was announced when all 15 Democrats and three Republicans in the state Senate rejected the $1.8 billion proposal.

Democratic gubernatorial candidates roll out the unwelcome mat ahead of Trump's visit

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:44pm
The seven Democrats running for governor sounded off ahead of President Donald Trump’s visit to Chippewa Falls Friday.

Madison and Metro Transit offer older students free summer bus passes

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:30pm
Madison and Metro Transit are offering free summer bus passes to city middle and high school students. The passes, valid June 12 through Sept. 7, can be used on any Metro bus.

Pedestrian killed in East Washington crash identified

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 3:16pm
The man was in the crosswalk with the right-of-way when a white BMW driven by Joseph D. Zalas ran into him, according to police, who believe speed was a factor.

Authorities identify woman who died in mobile home fire near Edgerton

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 12:05pm
A man also was critically injured in the fire, which remains under investigation.

Four-star guard from Milwaukee commits to Wisconsin men's basketball

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 11:43am
The Badgers landed a marquee in-state commitment to kick off their 2027 recruiting class.

Wisconsin Originals: Award-winning actress Ellen Corby was born in Racine in 1911

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

OWI homicide charges sought against UTV driver in crash that killed 2 in Green Lake County

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 10:05am
The Green Lake County District Attorney will decide what, if any, charges to file in the crash that resulted in deaths of two passengers and injured a third passenger.

Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash with deer in Dodge County

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 8:00am
The crash happened about 6:10 p.m. on Highway A north of Blackhawk Trail in the town of Fox Lake, Sheriff Dale Schmidt said.

The Madison School District is growing more reliant on property taxes, report shows

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 7:35am
Property taxes comprise the highest percentage of the Madison School District’s proposed budget in the last 10 years, a Wisconsin Policy Forum report indicates.

Madison man rescued after getting stuck in mud up to shoulders in Iowa County

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 7:25am
The man had been attempting to walk across what appeared to be solid ground in order to access a fishing location, but turned out to be deep mud.

Dane County installs tick check stations amid rising disease reports

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 7:10am
The county launched the initiative following an increase in tick-related diseases at local emergency rooms. The ticks will be collected for testing weekly.

Trump announces federal funding to support Alliant Energy coal plant in Wisconsin

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 7:05am
Madison-based utility Alliant Energy will receive federal funding aimed at keeping at least one of its coal plants open longer.

Spot in Wisconsin's hall of fame 'surprising' for Janet (Huff) Dyer

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 7:03am
The former Wisconsin women's basketball standout is joining her sister, Theresa Huff, in the UW Athletic Hall of Fame. She spoke about the honor last week.

Marathon County man charged in April 26 stabbing death of brother

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 6:55am
A 58-year-old Marathon County man was charged June 4 in the stabbing death of his 57-year-old brother. Timothy J.

Trump visits Wisconsin swing district in face of political headwinds

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 6:50am
The visit comes as the president's tariffs and recent attacks on Iran have produced gale-force headwinds for Republicans as they seek to preserve their power in Congress and state government.

Waupun prison dehydration death lawsuit settled for $3.75 million

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 6:45am
The family of Donald Maier, who died due to probable malnutrition and dehydration at Waupun Correctional Institution in 2024, has settled its lawsuit against the Wisconsin Department of Corrections

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