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UW-Madison police investigating vandalism around Library Mall
The university cleaned up red paint found around the Library Mall and Bascom Hall.
How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin football at No. 19 Alabama
Everything you need to know to prepare yourself for the Badgers' Week 3 game at against the ranked Crimson Tide.
Local digest for Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025
OWI crash injures 2 pedestrians
Other federal departments could benefit from name change | Pamela Midbon
Other departments may need name change
Economic development secretary Missy Hughes to step down
The former general counsel with Organic Valley/CROPP cooperative has been rumored to be considering a run for governor next year.
Competition to crown the most ‘performative male’ at UW-Madison
The tongue-in-cheek contest celebrates a brand of male whose aesthetic is meant to appeal to women but which often has the opposite effect.
Schumer warns of a shutdown if Republicans don't accept Democrats' health care demands (copy)
WASHINGTON — Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer weathered backlash from Democrats this year when he voted with Republicans to keep the government open. Now, he’s willing to risk a shutdown at the end of the month if Republicans don’t accede…
Firearm deemed ‘unsafe’ for Milwaukee police still approved by Madison police
The Sig Sauer P320 was banned by several law enforcement agencies including Milwaukee who did away with the sidearm in 2022.
Authorities name suspect in Dane County killing, officers who fatally shot him
DCI is handling the investigation of the police shooting and ultimately will turn over the investigative reports to the Marinette County District Attorney’s office.
Driver faces OWI after crash that injures 2 pedestrians on Southwest Side
The crash happened shortly after 8 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Mike Mckinney Court and Gene Parks Place, Madison police reported.
Huge demand prompts addition of second Garth Brooks show to open Summerfest 2026
It will be Garth Brooks’ first performances at Summerfest, and his first shows in Milwaukee in more than a decade.
Trump administration approves part of Wisconsin’s FEMA aid request
The federal assistance for homeowners is expected to total $29.8 million.
FTC launces inquiry into AI chatbots acting as companions and their effects on children
The Federal Trade Commission has launched an inquiry into several social media and artificial intelligence companies about the potential harms to children and teenagers who use their AI chatbots as companions.
Packers lose a top receiver for extended stretch
An injury early in the Packers' win over Washington will test Green Bay's depth at receiver. Here's what we know.
Pedestrian hit by vehicle, critically injured in Janesville
Janesville police determined that a vehicle leaving a business parking lot struck a 91-year-old pedestrian on the sidewalk.
Wisconsin Republican leader says he doesn't want to 'fortify' state Capitol
Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said "the reality is that most of the violence that has occurred has not been inside a government building."
5 questions with McFarland football’s Parker Roh
Junior Parker Roh shared some of his favorite things, how he got started in football and who is role model is. Get to know him.
5 high school boys sports stars of the week: Sept. 12 edition
Multiple boys cross country runners sprinted to personal and season records during the past week of high school sports action. Vote for your favorite performance.
Enrollment at 7 UW branch campuses revealed, amid declines that have closed 6
Baraboo’s campus dropped by nearly 30%, but enrollment is up at three campuses, including UW-Whitewater’s in Rock County.