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Wisconsin football adds ACC power quarterback from transfer portal, 2nd of window

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 6:43pm
The Badgers added even more young talent to its quarterback group Thursday evening with their latest transfer.

Authorities investigate death of 43-year-old inmate at Oshkosh prison

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 5:30pm
A 43-year-old prisoner has died following a "physical ⁠disturbance" at Oshkosh Correctional Institution, according to local authorities.

Where Wisconsin football's backfield stands after injury update, recent transfer portal flurry

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 4:43pm
Luke Fickell shared his thoughts on how Wisconsin is retooling its running back group now that the status of a starter from last season is up in the air.

Original Eno Vino is closing after 21 years

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 4:25pm
Dining habits have changed and it’s just time, said co-owner Jose Luis Granados.

Wisconsin football adds depth with 3rd transfer portal running back of cycle

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 4:07pm
The Badgers brought a running back who had limited opportunities in the backfield of a Big 12 program. Here's what to know.

Freshman WR backs out of transfer portal, returns to Wisconsin football

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 3:47pm
The Badgers received a boost in their receiving corps from a familiar face Wednesday, when a freshman wideout announced his return to the program.

Ice conditions not improving on Madison area lakes but hope remains

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 3:45pm
Rains have not done a favor to Madison area lakes but colder temperatures are on the way.

Wisconsin will keep childhood vaccine schedule, again rebuking new federal government guidance

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 3:22pm
The Centers for Disease Control’s revision was based on other countries’ vaccine recommendations and not on disease risk in the U.S., DHS Secretary Kirsten Johnson said.

Governor says state must have probe role

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 3:15pm
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota must play a role in investigating the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, Gov. Tim Walz insisted Thursday, pushing back against the Trump administration's decision to keep the investigation solely…

Trial ordered for third man charged in 2017 shooting death in Madison

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 3:00pm
Donta Collins, 39, is charged with first-degree intentional homicide, as a party to the crime, in the shooting death of 29-year-old Ricardo Simms on July 25, 2017.

Historic Sun Prairie water tower has been spruced up

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 2:26pm
Work on the Columbus Street Water Tower, constructed in 1899, included stone repair and cleaning, mortar replacement and windowsill replacement.

Wisconsin football D-lineman wants to enter the transfer portal. But can he?

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 2:19pm
Here is the latest on Badgers defensive tackle Charles Perkins, who announced Thursday his desire to enter the portal but may have a hurdle to clear to do so.

Bill seeks to enforce transparency rules for hospital prices

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 2:00pm
Much like a similar version of the bill introduced last session, the latest proposal has been largely opposed by several Wisconsin hospital organizations.

Historical society adds context to local Hamilton shows

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 1:45pm
As America marches toward the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, inspect original letters written by Alexander Hamilton, George Washington, Aaron Burr, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, along with other key players of that era. Read an original newspaper…

Pickle in a pouch to be joined by pickled eggs in the snack aisle

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 1:23pm
Waterloo-based Van Holten’s has launched a shelf-stable pickled egg to target those looking for more protein in their snacks.

Site for Madison train station should encourage regional rail | Rick Harnish

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:25pm
Madison recently released a study of potential train station sites, identifying Wilson Street as its first choice and some alternatives. The study is a great opportunity for the city to get behind a bold, optimistic and ambitious vision for its…

Madison police seeking suspect who was naked during battery of man, theft of blanket

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 12:20pm
The incident happened outside a business in the 2200 block of Zeier Road around 5:35 a.m. on Dec. 24.

Google adds AI features to Gmail

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:57am
More artificial intelligence is being implanted into Gmail as Google tries to turn the world's most popular email service into a personal assistant that can improve writing, summarize far-flung information buried in inboxes and deliver daily to-do lists.

Woman shot by ICE agent was mom, poet, newcomer

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:50am
WASHINGTON — The woman who was shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis on Wednesday was Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a 37-year-old mother of three who recently moved to Minnesota.

14-year-old arrested after license plate reader pegs stolen vehicle

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 11:20am
Two handguns were seen in the stolen vehicle, but they were found to be BB guns.

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