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Obituary index for Thur., Jan. 8

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 4:43pm
TODAY'S OBITUARIES

Wisconsin football adds 4th offensive lineman from the transfer portal

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 4:41pm
The Badgers secured the commitment of a transfer offensive lineman who hails from an SEC power that is still alive in the College Football Playoff.

Candidates for Madison City Council, Dane County Board

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 3:42pm
The following candidates have filed to be on the ballot in the April 7 election. The filing deadline was 5 p.m. Tuesday. Where necessary, a primary will be held Feb. 17. (I) denotes incumbent.

Breese Stevens Field organizers seeking to bring more concerts to the Near East Side venue

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 2:40pm
The Tenney-Lapham Neighborhood Association has already given support for increasing the number of shows at the venue from seven to 12.

5 questions with Verona girls basketball's Macy Stremlow

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 2:37pm
Learn more about Verona's go-to scorer Macy Stremlow, a sophomore who has taken on a larger role this season, with a five questions video.

DIGEST

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 2:23pm
Driver dies after pickup truck crashes

Woman driving 100 mph-plus on Beltline with lights off arrested after pursuit ending on I-39/90

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 2:10pm
No injuries were reported in the incident early Wednesday morning.

Game on Amazon Prime is insult to Green Bay Packers fans | Roger Johnson

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 2:05pm
I grew up watching the Green Bay Packers on TV. It was a Sunday afternoon tradition in my youth.

Sun Prairie City Council seat to remain vacant until April

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 2:03pm
4th District Ald. Cassi Benedict, elected in 2024, resigned last month “due to family medical reasons.”

Here are some ways you can help winter birds in Wisconsin

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 1:12pm
Spring bird migration may be a while away, but there are a range of winter birds in Wisconsin that ⁠you can support over the next few months.

Man steals cash, employee’s belongings in robbery of Far West Side spa

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 11:55am
A man entered the spa, demanded money and indicated he had a weapon, but no weapon was ever seen.

River Food Pantry closes temporarily as it moves to new facility

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 10:24am
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will hold pop-up food pantry hours in the coming weeks while the food pantry is closed.

Wisconsin football adds Big Ten running back from transfer portal

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 10:13am
The Badgers are bringing in a Big Ten running back from the transfer portal, creating depth and questions at the position.

Is Lake Geneva the friendliest town in Wisconsin? Here's what World Atlas thinks.

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 10:04am
Wisconsin is once again being recognized ⁠for its midwestern charm.

Wisconsin football lands star FCS receiver in transfer portal

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 9:59am
The Badgers added another weapon for new QB Colton Joseph from the transfer portal with the commitment of a former star wideout at the FCS level.

Wisconsin football brings in big offensive lineman from transfer portal

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 9:45am
The Badgers added an intriguing tackle option to their offensive line Wednesday, a player with ACC experience.

Wisconsin bill stirs issue of parental voice, trans youth autonomy

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 9:39am
A Republican-authored bill would require Wisconsin school boards to adopt a policy that would inform a parent or guardian if students request ⁠to be called by names and pronouns not aligned with their gender assigned at birth.

Pickup truck driver dies after crash off Highway 14 near Oregon

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 9:20am
The driver, a 55-year-old man, was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was the lone occupant of the car.

No connection between fires at Lake House Inn, nearby house in Edgerton, authorities say

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 9:20am
No cause has been reported for either fire.

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