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Monona police release pictures of 2 ‘persons of interest’ in attempted homicide

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:45am
Officers were sent to O’Connell’s Lakeside Liquor in the 6300 block of Monona Drive just before 6 p.m. Dec. 20 for the shooting that injured a 17-year-old.

9 great ideas for your weekend in and around Madison

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:40am
Try something new this weekend, like a vinyl dig or 'Old Befana.'

Barring 'poison pills,' medical marijuana likely to be legalized in Wisconsin, Gov. Tony Evers says

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:05am
Evers has long called for legalizing both recreational and medicinal marijuana in the state, but said Thursday he could potentially get behind a medical-only bill.

Landmark Luther Memorial church in Madison turns 100

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 9:00am
With flying buttresses and a soaring tower, Luther Memorial brought Neo-Gothic style to Madison a century ago.

Woman wakes up to find person breaking into apartment on North Side, Madison police say

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 8:40am
After the woman woke up, the man left by going on the building's roof before police arrived.

How to watch the Bears at the Packers in Week 18

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 8:37am
The Packers will be looking to return to the playoffs with a win over the Bears at Lambeau Field. Here's how to watch, updated odds and more.

Yarn shop Fiddlesticks closes on Madison's East Side

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 8:00am
Fiddlesticks, which primarily sells yarn and tools for knitters and people who crochet, resided at 1976 Atwood Avenue until late December.

7 bigs making an impact in Madison-area high school boys basketball

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:47am
The big man still has an important place in boys basketball. Here are some of the area players to know.

Blanchardville man arrested on warrant for OWI homicide, Iowa County authorities say

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:40am
Thomas D. Naughtin, who has five prior OWIs, crashed his vehicle head-on into another vehicle in the town of Moscow just before 11:30 a.m. Dec. 5.

Gov. Tony Evers not expecting agreement with Republicans on new maps, putting matter before Supreme Court

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:35am
Gov. Tony Evers told the Wisconsin State Journal on Thursday he isn’t holding out hope that legislative Republicans will send him boundaries he will be able to sign.

Gov. Tony Evers says Trump should be on ballot, Biden must visit Wisconsin often to win it

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:10am
Four of the past six presidential elections in Wisconsin have been decided by less than a percentage point, making it one of a small number that could go either way.

Gov. Tony Evers: State DEI efforts to continue despite Republican criticism

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 6:45am
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos signaled he plans to order "a very comprehensive in-depth audit of all the state agencies" focused on DEI positions.

How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Nebraska

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 6:37am
How to tune in as the Badgers play their final game of a four-game homestand.

Former Red Rooster owner opening Water Street Social Club on Wisconsin River

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:40am
Jesse Steinberg said that, after announcing the new restaurant on New Year's Day, they got 5,000 website hits and 600 Facebook followers after one day.

After long layoff, Packers’ Luke Musgrave may be ready for takeoff against Bears

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:35am
Packers tight end Luke Musgrave has been out since suffering a lacerated kidney against the Chargers in November.

Kwik Trip sold more than 46 million coffees last year

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:30am
The La Crosse-based chain said 26 new stores were built and 5.6 million guests were served last year.

Wisconsin football lineman, a former 5-star recruit, enters transfer portal

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:20am
A former five-star offensive lineman for the Wisconsin football team entered the transfer portal.

Man injured when Fitchburg home exploded in 2016 settles lawsuit with Sears

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:15am
Terms of the settlement are confidential. The blast destroyed three homes in Fitchburg and severely damaged several others.

What to know about Wisconsin men's basketball opponent, Nebraska

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:09am
What to know about the visiting Cornhuskers, who enter Saturday's matchup with the Badgers red hot.

Jan. 6 was unbelievable but it really happened -- Richard Broach

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:00am
I’ve just finished the season of "When, what to my wondering eyes should appear / But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer."

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