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SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Memorials were taking place Thursday for a merengue star and others killed when a cement roof collapsed at a popular nightclub in the Dominican Republic, as the number of dead surged to 221 and crews…

State Department of Public Instruction asks for more information before signing off on Trump administration request.

Passover is a major Jewish holiday, celebrated over seven or eight days each year, commemorating the exodus of ancient Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as recounted in the Bible. It is considered the most widely observed of any Jewish holiday,…

Michael A. Norsetter-Shiner, 40, of Madison, was drag racing at speeds of up to 107 mph when he hit a car driven by 77-year-old Rodrick B. Anderson.

The task force has also shared its concerns about the providers with its federal law enforcement partners, including the Federal Communications Commission.

The Crusaders transfer student is arguing she experienced multiple extenuating circumstances that prevented her from playing during her four years at a New England boarding school.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has long complained about modern rules that limit water flow for showerheads, making it harder for him to wash his “beautiful hair.”

The "right of first refusal" proposal has so far failed to cross the finish line as it continues to draw staunch support and fervent opposition in the Republican-controlled Legislature.

Multiple callers reported gunshots on the North Side early Thursday morning, Madison police reported.

A place to go to as much for the ambiance as for anything else.

At least 40 visas have been cancelled thus far across the UW system, thus far, based on universities' perusal of a federal database.

The DOC says its care conforms to "professional and community standards." But by the time Terry Jackson was scheduled for surgery, the cancer had spread to his lymph nodes.

Lawmakers introduced the Wisconsin Energy Reform Act to replace the divisive right of first refusal measure, which will not be brought to the Assembly floor for a vote.

Standout performances at the state's indoor championships headline the past week of boys track and field action. Vote for your favorite area athlete to be crowned the Supernova.

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is seeking a rate increase this summer that includes raising the cost of a first-class stamp from 73 cents to 78 cents.

Senior success leads the way this week. Vote for your favorite performance as the Supernova.

Donald Trump declared April 2, the day he announced new tariffs on just about every nation in the world, to be "Liberation Day."

The Badgers believe they're getting a rising prospect in Carmelow Reed, an edge defender who fits the mold of their new defense.

National Democrats are again targeting the state's 1st and 3rd congressional districts, the two most competitive in Wisconsin.

The utilities said investments in generation and distribution infrastructure and grid maintenance are contributing to rising electricity costs.