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Earlier this month, Malala Yousafzai became the youngest person ever to win the Nobel Peace Prize. The book that tells her dramatic story of standing up for education while being persecuted by…

A few of the many arts events happening around Madison this week:

The Postal Service's Jeff Williamson was in Madison recently to talk about the state of the organization.

In the full flow of stories about the two John Doe investigations and the release of more shady emails from past Scott Walker staffers, we often miss the impact of those stories on 2014.

Smaller, independent auto service operators rely on word of mouth and personal connections to help them compete with the big dealerships.

The irony of the waning days of a campaign is that it's the time when people are paying the most attention but the candidates are least likely to say anything of substance, as focused on ralli…

But with little political experience and a hostile Republican Legislature, that could be easier said than done.

After surviving massive protests and a recall, Gov. Scott Walker's re-election -- and presidential -- prospects are uncertain.

Democrat Susan Happ and Republican Brad Schimel find little common ground as they seek to become the state's next attorney general.

Hip-hop music legend Darryl "DMC" McDaniels of Run-DMC fame collaborates on a music video with 18-year-old Sam "Pretty Boy Hefner" Wright of Madison.

WASHINGTON — If politicians preying upon your attentions this season fail to inspire, you might seek common cause with the beasts — the four-legged variety rather than those running for office.

Tips for your flowers, trees and shrubs.

Coming in Wisconsin this week:

From Vilas Zoo to State Street, there are plenty of Halloween happenings to note this week. Here are a few.

In the center of Red Cedar Lake in Barron County, Wisconsin, there lies an island getaway where time actually seems to slow down. Stout’s Island Lodge, also known by its founder as the Island …

Two strong candidates are running for Wisconsin attorney general.

When I’m out in the woods, enjoying my time surrounded by nature, I’ll try to take time to reflect on the folks who took the time to introduce me to the world of game birds, dogs and the outdoors.

“By law, you don’t have to put up signs anymore, but I think they are a great tool,” said Bryan Bilse, chief deputy sheriff in Iowa County. 

A female student reported the sexual assault at about 3 a.m. Saturday, police said.