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Netanyahu defends new military offensive in Gaza and says it will be wider than announced (copy)

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 4:15pm
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that Israel “has no choice but to finish the job and complete the defeat of Hamas.”

Flooding cancels last day of Wisconsin State Fair as severe storms knock out power and close roads

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 3:20pm
MILWAUKEE — Flash flooding canceled the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday as continued heavy rainfall in half a dozen Midwest states forced motorists to abandon their vehicles, cut power to thousands of households and closed busy…

Flooding cancels last day of Wisconsin State Fair as severe storms knock out power and close roads

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 3:20pm
MILWAUKEE — Flash flooding canceled the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday as continued heavy rainfall in half a dozen Midwest states forced motorists to abandon their vehicles, cut power to thousands of households and closed busy…

No threat to public as police investigate human remains found in manure pit

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 3:15pm
The Dane County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its investigation into a set of human remains found Saturday morning in the town of Sun Prairie.

'Weapons' horror film scores a box office victory

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 1:44pm
LOS ANGELES — It’s August, and horror and humor came to play.

Madison Black Restaurant Week's 'Food Taste Jamboree' canceled

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 1:30pm
The event was set for Sunday afternoon in Warner Park.

Dave Zweifel: A ray of hope for public broadcasting

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 12:30pm
One man in Madison has understandably paid more attention than most to the Trump administration’s dismantling of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and, consequently, funding assistance for NPR and PBS.

Record rain fuels flooding in Milwaukee; Madison's totals significant, too

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 11:25am
Madison's rain started later, compared to Milwaukee.

New speed limit inspires winning caption in You Toon contest

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 9:50am
Winning line from Verona reader beats more than 75 entries.

16-year-old shot early Saturday on Madison's North Side

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 9:00am
Police are calling it an attempted homicide.

What Alexander Hamilton would say about Trump and today’s America | David Lopez-Herrera

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 8:45am
My living room recently transformed into a Broadway stage. With my wife, kids and I singing along to the “Hamilton” soundtrack, conversations inevitably spiraled from lyrics about revolution and ambition into discussions about today’s news.

This year’s Ride the Drive is canceled

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 8:45am
"It is with a heavy heart and deep disappointment that we announce the cancellation of this year’s Ride the Drive," said Madison Parks spokesperson Ann Shea.

Treatment of UW-Madison female athletes is appalling | Dr. Douglas A. Kramer

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 8:41am
As a parent, grandparent, physician of 49 years, and child and adolescent psychiatrist for 43 years, I am appalled at the treatment of the young woman participating in women’s sports at UW-Madison. The athletic director needs to be fired for…

Garden calendar: For the week of Aug. 10

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 7:00am
Tips for your flowers, plants, trees and shrubs.

Give Wisconsin voters more say through ballot initiatives | Matt Rothschild and Maresa Strano

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 6:00am
Wisconsin needs citizen-led ballot initiatives to enact popular policies when the Legislature fails to act. Many states already use initiatives to address issues such as Medicaid expansion, reproductive rights, minimum wage, and gerrymandering.

Homeless housing provider plans new development on East Side

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 5:45am
The three-story development would provide housing and services to people with severe mental illness and a history of homelessness.

Packers stumble in preseason opener as former Bears QB starts strong for new team

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 5:40am
Packers quarterback Jordan Love got the start for Green Bay, but it was his former division foe who got things rolling on the first series with his new team.

Brewers rally past Mets to spoil Pete Alonso's record celebration

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 5:35am
William Contreras homered to cap a four-run seventh inning and Milwaukee rallied past the skidding Mets for their eighth consecutive victory, spoiling Alonso’s record-tying night.

Dr. Zorba Paster: Alternatives emerge to treat depression

Sun, 08/10/2025 - 5:30am
We're just beginning to learn about other options.

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