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Dumping adult diapers along Madison roads has man facing disorderly conduct charge
Security video from businesses captured the diaper dumping, enabling detectives and officers to identify a suspect.
Drug suspect fleeing traffic stop crashes into stopped vehicles at Beltline exit
Both the suspect driver and his passenger and one motorist they crashed into sustained injuries that were not considered life-threatening and were taken to a local hospital.
Deputies stop Dane County Jail inmate’s suicide attempt
The man was taken to a local hospital and will be returned to the Dane County Jail after he is cleared medically.
Man cited after accidental shot strikes toilet in other half of Far East Side duplex
The 20-year-old man who fired the shot was cited for discharging a firearm in city limits.
DeForest residents petition to recall village trustee who allegedly stalked, harassed foes
The petition must be signed by 25% of the 5,567 DeForest residents who voted in the most recent gubernatorial election, a minimum of 1,392, to trigger a special election.
Anthem patients keep access to UW Health under new agreement
The multi-year contract promises uninterrupted access for Anthem members to “high-quality, affordable health care."
Busy Olin Park boat launch closed amid search for missing boater on Lake Monona
Olin Park is at 1156 Olin-Turville Court, off John Nolen Drive on the south side of Lake Monona.
Changes to financial aid pose 'significant barriers' to higher education, Wisconsin leaders say
"Taken together (this bill) would significantly restrict student opportunities, increase costs for students and reduce the ability of colleges and universities to fulfill their educational missions ..." one leader said.
Madison residents invited to share photos, videos for documentary on city
The film, which is scheduled to be released statewide in 2027, is the latest installment in PBS Wisconsin’s historical series, Wisconsin Hometown Stories.
Dane County Memorial Day events, closures
Here's where local communities will be holding their parades, ceremonies and meals.
La Crosse science center deserves state funding | James Beeby
A good walk provides a great opportunity to listen and learn.
Who's responsible for aviation mess? Sean Duffy says it's everyone but him | Michael Hiltzik
Picking out the worst performer among President Donald Trump's Cabinet appointees is a tough job — it's a competitive race, after all — but Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy deserves to be in the running.
Buc-ee's remains in play in DeForest, but it may need state money
The massive travel plaza is proposed for the intersection of Highway V and Interstate 39/90/94, but millions of dollars are needed to improve on and off ramps.
How area high school softball teams navigate the cat-and-mouse game of base stealing
There are several intricacies involved in a stolen-base attempt that most viewers don't notice, and it's those details that make a clash between runner and defense all the more enticing.
5 high school boys tennis stars of the week: May 23 edition
This week's stars include players who are making deep runs in their conference tournaments. Vote for your favorite performance of the week.
Complaints about traffic contributed to tragic death | Dave Stecher
We are all responsible for the death of cyclist and beloved former Watertown music teacher Tom Heninger. We all had a part to play, and we did it as efficiently as possible.
Rep. Mark Born's critique of Tony Evers' veto was disingenuous | Jacob Moskowitz
The May 15 letter to the editor "Evers' 400-year veto is an abuse of power" by U.S. Rep. Mark Born, R-Beaver Dam, rings hollow.
Americans deserve to know who was running the Biden administration | Dave Glomp
It’s finally time to get an answer to the question many were asking during the Biden administration, “Who was running our country?”
5 high school boys golf stars of the week: May 23 edition
There were several stronger performers at the Madison City Tournament this week who carded impressive scores. Vote for your favorite effort from the tournament to crown the Supernova.
Denmark stuns Canada, US beats Finland to reach semifinals at ice hockey worlds
HERNING, Denmark — Nick Olesen scored with 49 seconds left and Denmark stunned Canada 2-1 at the ice hockey world championship Thursday to advance to the semifinals.