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Second polar bear coming to Henry Vilas Zoo

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 3:45pm
Nora the polar bear is en route to the Henry Vilas Zoo’s award-winning polar bear habitat, where she’ll join the zoo’s resident polar bear Berit, a 26-year-old female.

Humpty Dumpty caper at New Jersey mini-golf course sparks police investigation

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 3:39pm
CAPE MAY, N.J. (AP) — Humpty Dumpty took a big fall, and now police are hoping to crack the case.

Dairy Drive residents need to be out by end of the week

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 3:35pm
The homeless encampment on the Far East Side will officially close on Oct. 1, meaning residents must now look for somewhere else to go.

Detainee killed at Dallas ICE facility, Homeland Security says

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 2:19pm
A shooter with a rifle opened fire from a nearby roof onto a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement location in Dallas on Wednesday, killing two detainees and wounding another.

DIGEST

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 1:41pm
Woman found dead in Grant Co. is ID’d

Effort to process ballots early in Wisconsin likely out of reach before 2026 midterms

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 1:30pm
A Republican proposal allowing for Monday processing of absentee ballots also includes regulations Democrats say are poison pills.

Documents released in investigation of former Sun Prairie schools staffer

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 1:00pm
Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier, who used to work at Sun Prairie West High School, faces child exploitation and pornography charges.

Former state lawmaker known for ‘antics’ joins packed Democratic field for governor

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 12:15pm
Hulsey acknowledged he may be best known in Wisconsin politics for antagonizing his Democratic colleagues.

Fresh Mart in former Whole Foods is closing

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 11:40am
The University Avenue grocery store couldn’t afford to stay open, the co-owner said, noting that a $5,000 pallet of food 18 months ago now costs $8,000.

14-story apartment building breaks ground on East Washington Avenue

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 11:10am
The building is scheduled to open in May 2027 with 244 apartments and a host of high-end amenities.

DNA hit leads to arrest in 2013 sexual assault in Madison

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 10:25am
The sex assault happened about 2 a.m. Nov. 3, 2013 in the 200 block of South Hancock Street.

Authorities identify woman whose death is being investigated by Grant County authorities

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 9:40am
An autopsy was conducted at University Hospital in Madison on Sept. 12, but no further information is being released at this, Grant County Sheriff Craig Reukauf said.

Photo of the day: Multitasking

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 8:35am
Featured images by the Wisconsin State Journal's photo team of Amber Arnold, John Hart and Owen Ziliak.

Kimmel is back on ABC, but some affiliates still refuse to air his show

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 7:30am
In an emotional monologue where he appeared close to tears, Jimmy Kimmel said he wasn't trying to joke about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

OWIs trending down in Madison after peaking in 2024

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 6:50am
Intoxicated driving cases in the first half of 2025 decreased by 10%, as injuries fell by nearly 50% during the same period as last year.

Monona jazz violinist touring with Jon Batiste grew up with music

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 5:50am
Nora Germain is grateful for a little quiet time back home.

'Pump the brakes': Teachable moments apparent for Packers after mistake-filled loss

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 5:37am
Discipline, both on and off the field, was a major talking point for Packers coach Matt LaFleur this week.

Padres blank Brewers, but magic number to clinch majors' best record drops to 2

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 5:15am
Ryan O’Hearn’s grand slam was one of San Diego’s three homers as the Padres beat NL Central champion Milwaukee 7-0 in what could be a playoff preview.

5 high school girls sports stars of the week: Sept. 24 edition

Wed, 09/24/2025 - 5:03am
This week's girls 5 stars feature a couple of swimmers at the top of their game and a golfer who won the city tournament.

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