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Police recovered more than 40 shell casings in Williamson Street homicide
Police believe the shooting stemmed from an argument in the Crystal Corner bar but the shooting itself happened further down the block.
UW system DEI chief leaves for out-of-state job after less than a year
A political stand-off over diversity programming between the UW system and Republican legislative leaders started just a month before the Monica Smith came on board.
Madison public health officials now rapid testing for bacteria at beaches
The rapid testing system uses a method that detects bacteria in water samples within 2-4 hours.
Man charged in gun incident arrested after missing court appearance in Vernon County
On May 6, there was an altercation at a residence on West Smith Road in the town of Viroqua during which it was reported that a gun was fired.
Gov. Tony Evers will ask for $800 million boost to UW system in next budget cycle
"Being 42nd in the nation in state support does not cut it," Evers said, referring to a Wisconsin Policy Forum report comparing states' financial support for public universities.
New pop-up market boosts Madison-area businesses owned by people of color
"I felt like it's a great opportunity to get more exposure, as that's what we're looking for," said vendor Nathaniel Sackey, who owns Holisac's Taste of Africa.
Madison restaurateur opening spot on top of Moxy hotel
A Latin American inspired restaurant from a well-known Madison restaurateur is going into the new Moxy hotel on East Washington Avenue.
Pay for Dane County executive to rise to $178,851 — a 22% jump — by 2028
After backing off a final decision in March, the County Board passed the raise on a voice vote Thursday night.
Former Dane County sheriff, UW police chief in new national police group
The group will promote policy changes and do something most police leaders and the national police leadership organizations have never done: endorse federal candidates.
After a year of deep cuts, 7 UW system schools remain $17.4 million in debt
For the first time in the Universities of Wisconsin system's history, a school has depleted its reserves and needs a loan to balance its budget.
Consultant: Madison CARES unit, other crisis programs need to be overhauled
A national mental health nonprofit determined that the Madison area's crisis response programs are too fragmented and ineffective.
It's National Doughnut Day. See how Greenbush Bakery makes their treats
For days like National Doughnut Day, the number of doughnuts produced can reach 10,000-13,000.
Dane County monitoring lakes as water levels rise from recent rainfall
Despite recent heavy rains, however, Madison-area lakes still remain around 2 feet below levels that would pose an imminent flood risk.
Man shot to death on Near East Side early Friday, Madison police say
A suspect is not in custody but there is not believed to be any ongoing threat to the public, Madison police said.
Motorcyclist flown to hospital after crash with SUV on I-39/90 near Edgerton, authorities say
The SUV driver was not injured in the crash, the Wisconsin State Patrol said.
19 exciting things to do in the Madison area this weekend
Bike rides, ice cream boat floats, dance and more
Man who fled police arrested after driving off I-39/90/94 exit ramp, authorities say
No injuries were reported in the incident.
Take it on the run? How Packers quarterback Jordan Love views the art of scrambling
Like Aaron Rodgers before him, Love knows what he has to do when he's on the move. Here's how Green Bay's current QB is approaching that phase of his game.
3 things to know about the WIAA state lacrosse championships
The Middleton boys lacrosse team will compete in the first state tournament title game. Boys and girls finals will be played Saturday in Sun Prairie.
U.S. aid shouldn't be supporting ultranationalist Israelis -- Dennis McGilligan
Thursday's news story "March features anti-Arab slogans" sent chills down my spine. It was about thousands of ultranationalist Israelis marching through Palestinian areas of Jerusalem shouting racist slogans, waving flags and attacking residents.