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Dane County's detox program ends after breakdown in talks with Tellurian
Both sides blame the other for failing to temporarily extend detoxification services, while the company’s efforts to open a private facility have been delayed.
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Motorist faces charges after hitting house
Wisconsin political predictions for 2026 | Center Stage with Milfred and Hands
Transportation secretary from Wisconsin and tech billionaire battle over future of American space exploration
Fence damaged by gunfire on Far East Side overnight
A vehicle was reported to be driving at high speed when the shots were heard.
Oneida group's $6.3 million in ICE deals infuriates tribe's members
The contracts are for engineering and technical services and for maintenance of government facilities.
46 restaurant, bar and cafe openings in the Madison area in 2025
The 46 that opened in 2025 is not far off last year’s record of 54 and almost twice as many as the number that closed in the past year.
Businesses keep wanting to move to Mount Horeb. Here's why
The village’s downtown continues to evolve, and more businesses could be on their way.
Highway 51 in Janesville open again after early morning crash
A crash Wednesday morning closed a stretch of Highway 51 in both directions in Janesville for about 4 1/2 hours, Janesville police reported.
Woman escapes after being held at knifepoint by man she met online
The 48-year-old man was arrested on tentative charges of armed robbery, resisting, second-degree recklessly endangering safety, kidnapping and strangulation.
Madison man faces OWI after crashing into house northwest of Waunakee
The damage to the house, which was estimated at $7,000, was not severe enough to force the residents to relocate.
Hit the ground running with these 5 New Year’s Day events in Madison
Muffle the first long cries of Baby New Year with these five events.
Construction on Johnson Street too much of a bottleneck, city says
Madison is rethinking some Downtown lane closures as the reconstruction of John Nolen Drive leads to long delays on Johnson Street.
More light snow could hamper Wednesday afternoon commute for southern Wisconsin
The light snow will move southeast across southern Wisconsin in the afternoon, with some freezing drizzle possible ahead of and immediately behind the snow, the National Weather Service said.
Wisconsin Assembly to launch impeachment of Judge Hannah Dugan in January
In addition, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said lawmakers plan to introduce a bill that would cut off pay to judges who are convicted of a crime.
My New Year’s resolution is simple: to save America | Masood Akhtar
I am deeply concerned about the future of America, the country I proudly call home. It is where I live, and where I will die.
10 Universities of Wisconsin research projects notable in 2025, from AI to zebrafish
Going into 2026, the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation gave nearly $207 million to UW-Madison and the Morgridge Institute for Research to boost research and for future facility costs.
One position has vexed the Badgers in the transfer portal. That must change this week
Wisconsin's track record with transfer portal receivers has been poor under coach Luke Fickell. A look at the mistakes and what they mean when the portal opens Friday.
5 high school boys stars of the week: Dec. 31 edition
Dominant runs to wrestling invitational titles and high-scoring efforts on the ice highlighted boys sports performances over the holiday break. Vote for which effort was the most impressive.
Polzin: Why compromise is key in this Wisconsin men's basketball coach-point guard relationship
Nick Boyd can create magic, but the senior can also create mayhem. It's a good thing Greg Gard is well-versed in when a hands-off approach is prudent with standout players.
Voters could decide fate of Evers’ 400-year school funding veto
GOP lawmakers plan to introduce a constitutional amendment in the weeks ahead that seeks to end the governor’s veto, which was upheld in April by the state Supreme Court.






