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Police: Person dies after lying down in Madison street and being run over

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 5:02pm
Although the 46-year-old ride-share driver returned to the scene, contacted 911 and identified himself, that driver was not entirely forthcoming with officers, police said.

Monona police recover car connected to Wednesday shooting

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 4:28pm
The black 2022 Tesla Model 3 was found around 9 a.m. Thursday after a person reported seeing it parked and unoccupied on Madison's Near East Side.

Wisconsin safety Hunter Wohler provides update on his future

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 3:15pm
Muskego native Hunter Wohler, Wisconsin's leading tackler this year, will return to the Badgers for his senior season.

Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin calls for humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 3:11pm
Baldwin's comments come as she faces pressure from some liberal groups demanding she endorse a ceasefire in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

Westosha, Beloit school districts investigating alleged racist incident at basketball game

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 1:30pm
The Beloit girls basketball team left the game against Westosha Central High School early, after the coach said she feared an unsafe environment had developed.

Business security guard arrested after dispute with customer, Madison police say

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 12:35pm
Officers were sent to the business in the 800 block of East Washington Avenue for a disturbance about 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, Madison police said.

Madison Edgewood boys basketball coach makes 'hard decision' to resign mid season

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 12:35pm
The Crusaders will have new leadership for the rest of the season. Here's what we know.

Open Jim: Which positions does Wisconsin football still need to address in the transfer portal?

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 12:27pm
BadgerExtra columnist Jim Polzin answers questions from readers in his weekly mailbag.

5 questions with Madison Memorial boys hockey's Rudy Richards

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 12:15pm
From his favorite music artist to the hardest aspect of his sport, meet Rudy Richards.

Woman faces 2nd OWI, other charges after causing crash, spitting at officer, Madison police say

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 12:05pm
The woman was put through field sobriety testing after officers noticed an odor of intoxicants on her and became combative during the OWI process, Madison police said.

Children can count on the Madison community for help this holiday

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 11:45am
Empty Stocking Club relies on donations and volunteers to get toys to every child. And the community came through again.

2 biggest Madison homeless projects could close within months, leaving city scrambling

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 11:35am
Rethke Terrace and Tree Lane properties could be closed and sold early next year with officials scrambling to ensure dozens of vulnerable people aren't put out on the street.

Hands on Wisconsin: Can Santa afford to give Madison a new waterfront development?

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 11:10am
Madison is excited about a plan to redevelop the Lake Monona waterfront Downtown. The ambitious designs are impressive, but will also come with a hefty price tag for a city facing a looming fiscal cliff.

Robin Vos says medical marijuana bill likely coming in January

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 10:45am
The bill would allow some forms of marijuana for Wisconsinites with serious medical conditions.

Robin Vos says impeachment of Wisconsin Supreme Court justice now 'super unlikely'

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 10:40am
The Assembly Speaker originally threatened to impeach Justice Janet Protasiewicz if she did not recuse herself from a redistricting challenge before the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

Wisconsin Republicans' plan would exempt up to $100,000 in retirement income from state taxes

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 10:35am
The proposal is slated to come after legislative Republicans' past efforts to pass broader income tax cuts were vetoed or guaranteed a veto by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers.

Top Wisconsin Republican wants to put stricter abortion proposal in statewide referendum

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 10:30am
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said Wednesday that he hopes to put a proposal on some future ballot that would lower the limit to somewhere between the 12th and 15th week.

Males, 19 and 11, hospitalized after crashing stolen vehicle, Madison police say

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 10:25am
Police initially weren't certain who the driver was, but eventually determined it was the 19-year-old man.

Restaurant review: Ramen season is on, and Trio delivers

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 10:15am
You can have an enjoyable bowl of ramen at Trio Ramen by spending a little or a lot.

This 4-star Wisconsin football defensive lineman is 'happy to be a Badger'

Thu, 12/21/2023 - 9:22am
Checking in with one of Wisconsin's four-star defensive line signees as he heads to Oklahoma for a wrestling tournament.

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