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Evansville tornado caused $2.44M in damage, excluding ag losses

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 5:30pm
Among the primary residences impacted, two were destroyed, 10 suffered major damage and 13 minor damage, and five were affected, officials said.

Former Webcrafters plant closing on East Side, eliminating 100-plus jobs

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 5:17pm
Parent company CJK Group's plant closing notice said the closure “has been prompted by the company’s significant downturn in business at the Madison location.”

Two charged after allegedly flying in fentanyl and meth to Middleton airport

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 3:20pm
The two face at least 10 years in prison and as much as a life sentence if convicted.

Man pleads guilty for role in 2021 Madison shooting death on the East Side

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 2:15pm
Police did not immediately respond to an email asking if they are still searching for suspects in the in the Nov. 17 death of 24-year-old Eric A. Ranson.

Ohio State fires its men's basketball coach a day after losing to Wisconsin

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 1:38pm
After falling to the Badgers and picking up their ninth loss in 11 games, the Buckeyes cut ties with their seventh-year coach.

Jill Biden traveling to Wisconsin to discuss education in Green Bay

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 1:30pm
The Biden administration's increased attention on Wisconsin underscores the state's considerable role in the upcoming presidential election.

Fitchburg City Council rejects plan for a new, $46M police station

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 1:00pm
“This building seems to be a freight train that has its own momentum, regardless of what the council thinks, and it’s attempting to run us over," Ald. Jay Allen said.

Liberal group asks Wisconsin Supreme Court to take up lawsuit challenging election practices

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 12:00pm
Attorneys for Priorities USA write in the motion that bypassing the appellate court is appropriate because the case presents "real and significant questions" of state constitutional law.

Robin Vos says 'professional grifters' from outside Wisconsin are running recall effort

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 9:55am
Organizers of a recall effort targeting Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos are voicing confidence that they are gathering enough signatures to force a new election.

Cooks' Exchange: Treats for your sweethearts

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 9:25am
With Valentine’s Day marked on every calendar within reach, memories quickly remind me of the special items and treats Mother used to make to celebrate while I was growing up. I’ve always had a sweet tooth, and that hasn’t changed…

Here's the outlook for Wisconsin hockey teams as No. 1 seeds in this week's NCAA brackets

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 9:24am
The Badgers men's and women's hockey teams are both No. 1 seeds in the NCAA Tournament as things stand. Here's how the brackets might look.

Man fights off robber trying to steal his keys in East Side store parking lot, Madison police say

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 8:40am
Officers arrived to find the would-be robber still in the parking lot. He attempted to run away but was arrested nearby, Madison police said.

Buyers sought for Madison's biggest projects for the homeless, post-sale use unclear

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:40am
The city and others continue to help tenants of Rethke Terrace and Tree Lane projects find alternative housing before a sale.

Wisconsin men's basketball showing interest in this 2026 in-state guard as recruitment picks up

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:37am
High-major programs, including the Badgers, are showing interest in the young guard. Here's how their relationship is developing and more.

Madison's looming $27M budget deficit to force hard choices for 2025

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:35am
The city faces major spending cuts, increasing revenues with a possible referendum to raise property taxes above state levy limits, or a combination of both.

Wisconsin Assembly passes $2 billion tax cut, credits for parents and retirees

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:30am
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers said he has looked over the bills and he's "sure there are some that we would agree on."

This Oregon senior trusted the process while pursuing a state swimming return

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:17am
Spencer Stluka has his sights set on winning the WIAA Division 1 50-yard freestyle at the state swimming and diving meet at the Waukesha South Natatorium.

Hands on Wisconsin: February tornadoes bring irrefutable proof of climate change

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:10am
Tornadoes touched down in Evansville last week. It was first time in recorded history that a tornado has struck Wisconsin in the month of February. While individual weather events can't always be linked to our changing climate, this one is…

5 questions with Madison West boys basketball's Mike Wilson

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 7:07am
From his favorite basketball player to his favorite class at school, meet Madison West sophomore Mike Wilson.

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