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Iowa Democrats consider bringing back lead off caucuses, even if it means going 'rogue' in 2028

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 3:33pm
DES MOINES, Iowa — Just days before national Democrats gather for their annual summer meeting, Iowa’s state party officials on Thursday said it was a mistake for the party to have abandoned Iowa in the 2024 early nominating calendar and…

Obituary index for Fri., Aug. 22

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 2:40pm
FRITTER, Thomas M.

DIGEST

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 2:30pm
Woman killed in crash identified

LETTERs TO THE EDITOR

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 2:21pm
School’s lawyer won’t offer transparency

James Dobson, Focus on the Family founder, dies at 89

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 2:21pm
James Dobson, who founded the conservative Christian ministry Focus on the Family and was a politically influential campaigner against abortion and LGBTQ+ rights, died Thursday at age 89.

Court tosses fine on Trump

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 2:19pm
NEW YORK — A New York appeals court on Thursday threw out the massive financial penalty a state judge imposed on President Donald Trump, while narrowly upholding a finding he engaged in fraud by exaggerating his wealth for decades.

Goodman Pool has 'soft launch' of new attendance policy; season ends Sunday

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 2:00pm
In July, the city changed its attendance policy to require anyone under 16 be accompanied by an adult guardian or parent, after a fight involving a large group of kids.

Madison-area teachers can get free subscriptions for their classrooms

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 1:00pm
Teachers can use the digital news to educate students about current events and improve writing and reading skills.

Authorities identify woman who died in crash in Beloit on Sunday

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 12:35pm
Beloit police said the Wisconsin State Patrol is completing a crash reconstruction investigation.

Stretch of Fitchrona Road closing Wednesday through Oct. 17

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 12:05pm
The closure of Fitchrona runs from Kapec Road to McKee Road.

Wisconsin football to wear throwback uniforms in rivalry matchup

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 12:03pm
Wisconsin will wear an alternate uniform for the first time since 2021 this fall. Here are more details.

Madison man convicted of 7th OWI he got while out on bond for 6th OWI

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 11:20am
Ronald L. Williamson, 45, faces a minimum of three years in prison and a maximum of 30 years when he is sentenced on Nov. 19.

Wisconsin has a strong connection to a new advanced submarine

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 11:15am
Construction on the more than $9 billion USS Wisconsin will begin Wednesday in Rhode Island.

The male ego doesn't age like the rest of our bodies | Jerry Davich

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 9:15am
The softball player ran hard around the bases, tagging third and heading for home. Just a few feet away, he stopped abruptly, crumbled into the dirt and grabbed his leg.

Kwik Trip settles worker's disability discrimination complaint for $35K (copy)

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 8:20am
The woman alleged Kwik Trip failed to make a reasonable accommodation for her disability.

Kwik Trip settles worker's disability discrimination complaint for $35K

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 8:20am
The woman alleged Kwik Trip failed to make a reasonable accommodation for her disability.

Garage fire melts siding on Janesville home

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 7:55am
The house sustained heat damage but the residents will be able to remain in it.

11 great ideas for your Madison-area weekend

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 7:10am
It’s almost the weekend in Madison already, and this time, you’ll have cars, comedy and concerts to choose from.

Restaurant review: Can Gyro Guyz measure up to Parthenon?

Thu, 08/21/2025 - 6:40am
The gyros are great, but don't miss out on the chicken bowl, loaded fries or baklava.

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