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Gov. Tony Evers signs bill keeping Milwaukee Brewers in Wisconsin until 2050

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 1:19pm
The signing of the bill marks the end of the nearly yearlong legislative effort to keep the Brewers from leaving Wisconsin.

Madison police seek help in identifying person in cruelty to animals investigation

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 12:35pm
Madison police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a person in connection with a cruelty to animals investigation.

A selfie station and street murals? Here's an early look at plans for State Street pedestrian mall

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 11:50am
City officials are still seeking input about what days and times the lower blocks of State Street would be closed to non-emergency vehicles next summer.

Officer injured by man causing disturbance at Downtown credit union, Madison police say

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 11:45am
Journey Mental Health was consulted and the man was taken to a medical facility for further help, Madison police said.

Wisconsin volleyball star earns honor at region's best

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 11:43am
Four members of the Wisconsin volleyball team earned a spot on the AVCA All-Region team.

Restaurant employee attacked leaving work by 2 people late to pick up pizza, Madison police say

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 10:55am
The incident happened about 9:50 p.m. Sunday at Little Caesars, 700 S. Gammon Road, Madison police said.

Physical abuse of child charge sought against Iowa-Grant School District staffer

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 10:05am
The Iowa County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the district regarding an incident that occurred Nov. 21 between a staff member and students at Iowa-Grant Elementary/Middle School.

Dan Nerad, former Madison School District superintendent, dies at 72

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 9:40am
Nerad served as superintendent of schools in Madison and Green Bay, and in Birmingham, Michigan.

Republican bill would dissolve Wisconsin Elections Commission, give powers to secretary of state

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 9:25am
The bill would almost certainly be vetoed by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, but it's unlikely to even reach his desk.

Gov. Tony Evers set to approve safe haven 'baby boxes,' expanding ways to give up unwanted newborns

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 8:55am
The measure would let hospitals and fire and police stations install boxes for parents to privately relinquish infants under 72 hours old.

Lands' End fiscal Q3 loss better than analysts expected, but revenue worse

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 8:20am
The Dodgeville-based clothing retailer said it expects full-year results to range from a loss of 16 cents per share to a loss of 7 cents per share.

Meet the 2023 State Journal/WiscNews football All-Area defense

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 7:37am
Whether it was punishing hits or big turnovers, defensive playmakers were all over the field this fall. Here are this year's honorees.

Minnesota, Wisconsin wildlife officials capture 100s of invasive carp in Mississippi River

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 7:20am
Wildlife officials are battling to keep the invasive carp out of the Great Lakes and protect the region's $7 billion fishing industry.

Meet the 2023 State Journal/WiscNews football All-Area offense

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 7:13am
From ground-and-pound rushing attacks to aerial passing execution, area offenses thrived this fall. Here are this year's honorees.

Beaver Dam man charged with starting fire at duplex after threats to family, authorities say

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 7:00am
Francis Benson faces felony charges of arson, burglary, two counts of first-degree recklessly endangering safety and bail jumping.

Wisconsin pastor accused of exploiting children in Venezuela, Cuba gets 15 years federal prison

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 6:50am
A Wisconsin pastor who was accused of sexually exploiting children from Venezuela and Cuba was sentenced Monday to 15 years in federal prison.

Lodi's Wisconsin football commit is 2023 State Journal/WiscNews Player of the Year

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 6:37am
The quarterback was hailed as the best and most charismatic player in a quarter century of Lodi football. He lived up to those expectations.

Randolph woman seriously injured after making U-turn in front of semi, authorities say

Tue, 12/05/2023 - 6:25am
A 66-year-old Randolph woman was taken by medical helicopter from a crash on Monday afternoon after she attempted to make a U-turn in front of a semi.

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