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Technology is key to catching cancer early | Tiffany Koehler

Sat, 08/01/2026 - 6:30am
As a U.S. Army veteran, I witnessed how cutting-edge advancements in health care saved countless lives. As a disabled veteran, I personally benefited from technological upgrades. And as a cancer survivor, I know medical breakthroughs can be the difference between…

From teens to retirees, Verona's community band plays as one

Sat, 08/01/2026 - 5:50am
Verona Area Community Bands was built on a simple love of music and demand for performance opportunities, welcoming all those who want to play music long after they leave school.

Vote for any candidate for governor besides Tom Tiffany | Alison Lindsay Mares

Sat, 08/01/2026 - 5:30am
It doesn’t matter which Democrat you vote for on Aug. 11 and Nov. 3 -- just don’t vote for Republican Tom Tiffany as Wisconsin’s governor.

Francesca Hong, Kelda Roys and Joel Brennan were impressive at debate | Wes Dickson

Sat, 08/01/2026 - 5:15am
I just watched the Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor face off at the debate at Marquette University in Milwaukee, and here's my take.

New multi-sport complex in Madison a dream 15 years in the making

Sat, 08/01/2026 - 5:03am
The Forge sports complex recently opened in Madison and has quickly made a buzz around the community. Here's what it has to offer.

Brewers offense breaks game open in 5th to sink Angels in series opener

Sat, 08/01/2026 - 12:13am
Brice Turang and Jake Bauers homered to highlight a five-run fifth inning as Milwaukee took the opener of a three-game series in Anaheim.

New details emerge about the moments before police shot Corey Ruiz

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 10:43pm
A witness account and a recording of police radio traffic help fill in some of the gaps in the public’s understanding of the moments before the shooting.

Brewers excited about draft class, but not signing 5th-rounder ‘disappointing’

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 8:13pm
The good news for the Brewers is that 17 of their 20 picks in the recent MLB draft, including first-rounder Trey Ebel, are signed and sealed.

5 things that stood out on Day 3 of Packers training camp

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 6:43pm
Tight end Tucker Kraft was activated off the physically unable to perform list on Friday and returned to the practice field. Here's what else stood out as camp continues.

Madison mayor calls for end to Willy Street encampment

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 6:10pm
The encampment is not a safe place for people experiencing homelessness or to be serving food, Rhodes-Conway said.

Brewers lefty Harrison feels good after pitching for Timber Rattlers

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 5:27pm
Kyle Harrison hasn't pitched for the Brewers since July 8 after being placed on IL because of left forearm tightness. After pitching for the Timber Rattlers, he's feeling ready to get back in the rotation.

Father, son arrested in fake checks scheme at used car dealership

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 5:15pm
Dealership employees alerted police when the suspects returned to purchase a third vehicle in two days, and after the staff says it verified that the checks were fraudulent.

Driver ticketed after hitting woman, toddler in crosswalk

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 4:37pm
Despite going airborne after being hit, the woman and her 1-year-old child suffered only minor injuries, police said.

The Madison School District is short of bus drivers a month before school begins

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 4:10pm
Madison’s new middle school dismissal at 4 p.m., combined with First Student’s ongoing school bus driver shortage, will likely strain the Madison School District’s bus routes this fall.

Clerks support 10-day mailing guidance for absentee ballots

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 3:42pm
MADISON - Wisconsin election clerks are urging voters to return absentee ballots at least 10 days before Election Day amid widespread mail delays that caused hundreds of ballots to arrive too late to

Man accused of assaulting protester at Ruiz memorial charged with felony

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 3:26pm
The man, who doesn’t live in the area, yelled that it was his neighborhood and residents there wanted their streets back.

Amid primary race shake-ups, one Democratic governor candidate wants another stab at debate

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 1:33pm
Joel Brennan said Thursday’s exit by former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes means voters deserve to hear again from the candidates.

High school athletes open up about the sacrifices behind the highlights

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 9:17am
High school athletes often miss social events and normal teenage moments for the sports they love. See how their passion helps make those sacrifices feel worthwhile.

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