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Wall Street drifts back within 4% of its record

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 3:28pm
NEW YORK — Most U.S. stocks drifted higher in quiet trading Thursday following mixed reports that offered little clarity on how the U.S. economy is managing through President Donald Trump’s trade war.

NYU denies diploma to student who criticized Israel

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 3:21pm
NEW YORK — New York University said it will deny a diploma to a student who used a graduation speech to condemn Israel’s attacks on Palestinians and what he described as U.S. “complicity in this genocide.”

Your views

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 2:23pm
Ryan is right about the need to fix entitlements

Amid increase in poverty, Sun Prairie School District to offer free snacks in school

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 1:00pm
The program, called Food for Thought, will make snacks such as dried mango, cheese sticks and protein bars available at the district's three middle schools and three high schools.

Beloit postal worker charged with stealing mail

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:35pm
The maximum penalty on the charge is 5 years in prison and up to a $250,000 fine.

Endurance athlete to attempt swim around Martha's Vineyard

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:30pm
VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. — Lewis Pugh has followed an unspoken rule during his career as one of the world’s most daring endurance swimmers: Don’t talk about sharks. But he plans to break that this week on a swim around Martha’s…

Monona police looking to identify man who stole $1,500 bike at Walmart

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:35am
Officer Jesse Mashak said it is believed the man in the accompanying picture cut the bike lock in order to steal the bike about 4:30 p.m. last Thursday.

Trump's sanctions halt ICC's work

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:10am
THE HAGUE, Netherlands — The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor lost access to his email, and his bank accounts are frozen.

One & Only restaurant on Madison's Near West Side closing after 2 years

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:05am
"I couldn't be more baffled" co-owner Tim Thompson said of the upscale restaurant at 1923 Monroe St. "It's 100% a demand issue."

Walmart says it will raise prices due to tariff costs

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:00am
NEW YORK — Walmart, which became the nation’s largest retailer by making low prices a priority, has found itself in a place it’s rarely been: Warning customers that prices will rise for goods ranging from bananas to car seats.

Public meeting set on Beltline improvements from Middleton to Gammon Road

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 10:55am
DOT is proposing to resurface the 3.4 miles of Highway 12 between Terrace Avenue and Gammon Road, and make other improvements.

Ha Long Bay reopens on Williamson Street after a year, reveals its brighter look

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 9:40am
The popular southeast Asian restaurant on Madison's Near East Side reopened last week for sit-down service, with its full menu of Thai, Vietnamese and Laotian dishes.

Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan pleads not guilty to helping a man evade federal immigration agents

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 9:35am
Her attorneys filed a motion Wednesday to dismiss the case, saying she was acting in her official capacity as a judge and therefore is immune to prosecution.

26 great ideas for your Madison-area weekend

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 8:55am
Syttende Mai, films made in 48 hours and a Spring Gallery Walk are upon us

Wittnebel's Tavern once again serving them up, but in a new location steeped in history

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 7:40am
The bar was established in 1906 in Old Ashippun and, after being moved to Old World Wisconsin and renovated, will reopen this weekend.

Have stricter cellphone policies helped Dane County's schools?

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 7:35am
Researcher Jane Shawcroft said it appears the best policy is one that that requires phones be stowed in a locker or otherwise away from their owners "from bell to bell."

Tony Evers can't sneak legal weed into the state budget in Phil Hands' latest cartoon

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 7:10am
Once again, Gov. Tony Evers tried to legalize marijuana in his proposed state budget, and once again, Republicans stripped it out.

On verge of NBA dream, former Wisconsin men's basketball star focused on process

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 7:03am
John Tonje isn't looking too far ahead, preparing for the NBA Draft the same way he's always worked to get better throughout his basketball career.

Madison hires director to oversee low-income and senior housing

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 6:45am
Chad Ruppel, who currently works in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, will join the city staff June 23.

5 high school boys track and field stars of the week: May 15 edition

Thu, 05/15/2025 - 6:37am
Several area athletes powered their respective relay teams to victory during the past week of boys track and field action. Vote for your favorite effort to be the Supernova.

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