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Redistricting ruling sets up compressed timeline for new Wisconsin maps. Here's why
Once the Wisconsin Elections Commission has maps, officials begin the process of incorporating the new boundaries into the statewide voter database WisVote.
Who are the 2 referees the Wisconsin Supreme Court named to review new maps?
The consultants the Wisconsin Supreme Court hired Friday will be central to the justices' upcoming decision to choose new legislative maps for the state.
Packers suspend Jaire Alexander for 'conduct detrimental to the team’
The NFL’s highest-paid cornerback won’t play in Sunday night’s must-win matchup against the Minnesota Vikings after appointing himself as a captain before Green Bay’s victory over the Carolina Panthers.
Madison officials decry recent hate speech incidents
“Our community must not give in to hate, ignorance, or intimidation,” said Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway in a statement. “No matter our background we must all come together to support each other, especially in moments of crisis.”
11 restaurants or bars in the Madison area that closed in 2023
Here are some of the restaurants you might miss in the Madison area.
Wisconsin football gets good news on offensive line
The Wisconsin football offensive line anticipates three starters to return next season.
Teen girl charged with arson in $7M fire at Sparta Walmart
The Sparta girl faces charges of arson, first-degree recklessly endangering safety, criminal damage to property and disorderly conduct.
5 things to watch in 2024 with Wisconsin volleyball
With the core of the team returning, the Badgers figure to be among the favorites to contend for Big Ten and national titles again next year.
Bucks dominate shorthanded Nets in New York
Host Brooklyn didn't play three starters and barely played two others in the loss to Milwaukee.
Waunakee boys basketball victory leads prep stars of the night
Eli Selk led the Warriors' victory over Whitnall. Here’s how other high school sports events played out Wednesday.
Multiple callers report gunshots on Southwest Side on Christmas Eve, Madison police say
The shots were reported around 10:25 p.m. Sunday in the 6700 block of Schroeder Road, Madison police said.
Man in dark clothing crossing Far East Side street hit by vehicle, Madison police say
The man was conscious and alert when police arrived, Madison police said.
Sprinklers stem possible arson fire at Far East Side apartment, authorities say
No injuries were reported and no one in the 65-unit apartment complex was displaced, the Madison Fire Department said.
Herb Kohl, former US senator and owner of the Milwaukee Bucks basketball team, dead at 88
Kohl was a popular figure in Wisconsin, purchasing the Bucks to keep them from leaving town, and spending generously from his fortune on civic and educational causes throughout the state.
Here's how a new Wisconsin football assistant fared recruiting in the SEC
Wisconsin's expected new wide receiver coach fared well in recruiting high school and college talent in the SEC.
How will Bus Rapid Transit work in Madison? Answers to your questions
Metro Transit is planning a major public relations push early next year to let riders know about how the system will work.
Cooks' Exchange: Classics in time for Christmas
Christmas arrived with nary a cookie jar filled to capacity and I wondered why. It took only a few minutes to realize that more than a few interruptions in what had previously been planned could still be offered just a…
Kenosha News: UW Board of Regents right to accept DEI compromise
Common sense prevailed recently when the Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents flip-flopped and voted 11-6 to agree to a compromise deal with Republican legislators. The agreement limits diversity positions on system campuses in exchange for money to cover staff…
5 things to watch in 2024 with Wisconsin men's and women's hockey
The Badgers men's and women's hockey teams have lofty goals for the opening months of 2024. Here's a look at what could be ahead.
10 big housing projects that will change Madison in 2024
Madison's building boom continues, largely with housing projects that will bring hundreds of new units to Downtown and across the community.






