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'Will of the people' shouldn't affect justices -- Bill Morehead

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 6:00pm
While I may be very naive, I think once elected, legislators should shed their exclusive representation of their party and support the whole state. Getting elected with a "mandate" is myth whe…

Soglin will continue to be Madison's champion -- Betty Harris Custer

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 6:00pm
I know three of the mayoral candidates personally. I am pleased to see so many interested in this city we all treasure. I've known many past mayors and have fond memories of several.

Walker channels Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' -- Patrick Flannery

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 6:00pm
Gov. Scott Walker was in England, the land of the bard, responding to questions.

Resnick has vision for thriving Madison -- Eric Steege

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 6:00pm
Madison is at a critical phase of its evolution. Our next mayor will play a vital role in determining if our city thrives for all or becomes locked in the status quo.

Walker not being honest on evolution -- Dave Wester

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 6:00pm
Gov. Scott Walker's dodging of the question of evolution versus creationism in Great Britain is proof positive that his desire to become president far outweighs any value he may once have had …

UW needs more time to handle cut -- Paul Hutson

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 6:00pm
One of the great difficulties of the proposed budget cut and proposed restructuring is its immediacy. There are undoubtedly increased efficiencies possible at all University of Wisconsin Syste…

"Can you ear me now?" Bruce Rindt of Stoughton wins this week's You Toon caption contest

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 6:00pm
Bruce Rindt of Stoughton is this week’s You Toon winner.

Police investigating widespread graffiti on Far West Side

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 4:30pm
Madison police are investigating at least 25 cases of property damaged by graffiti on the Far West Side overnight.

Hands on Wisconsin: What intimidates Scott Walker

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 4:15pm
Gov. Scott Walker refused to answer a question about evolution at a public meeting in London.

Hadley, Mark F.

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
MADISON - Mark F. Hadley, age 64, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Jan. 23, 2015.

Marks, Marcella S. (Hellenbrand)

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
DANE - Marcella S. (Hellenbrand) Marks, age 92, of Dane, passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at the Waunakee Manor with her family by her side.

Schwichtenberg, Chris Gene

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
MAZOMANIE - Chris Gene Schwichtenberg, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015, at his home in rural Mazomanie. He was born in Madison on July 31, 1975, to Carl G. and Joyce…

Casanova, Todd A.

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
OREGON - Todd A. Casanova, age 54, of Oregon, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015, at his home, surrounded by his loving family, after a long and courageous battle with ALS. He was born on…

Teisberg, Irene

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
SUN CITY, Ariz. / JANESVILLE / MCFARLAND - Irene Teisberg, age 82, entered into eternal life with Jesus at her side early in the morning of Feb. 11, 2015.

Spencer, Janet "Jan"

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
COTTAGE GROVE - Janet "Jan" Spencer, age 72, passed away with her loving family by her side, on Feb. 13, 2015, following a brief and courageous battle with CJD.

McShane, Rene

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
MADISON - Rene Owen McShane, M.Div., M.S.S.W., of Madison, Wis., passed away on Feb. 13, 2015, at the age of 76. Rene was born to Frank and Viola McShane, of Lannon, Wis. He attended Shorewood…

Perkins, Gregory

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
MADISON - Gregory Perkins, age 53, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015.

Johnson, Mary Jane (Jensen)

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
WAUNAKEE - Mary Jane (Jensen) Johnson passed away at the age of 92 on Jan. 9, 2015, at the Waunakee Manor Nursing Home in Waunakee.

Beasley, Jimmie Oliver

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
MARSHALL - Jimmie Oliver Beasley, age 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015.

Stetson, Dixie

Sat, 02/14/2015 - 2:30pm
LAKE MILLS - Dixie Stetson, age 76, of Lake Mills, died unexpectedly while in Florida on vacation with her husband on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015. She was a vibrant lady who brought joy wherever she …

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