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Milton knocks out power to millions and spawns tornadoes across Florida. At least 6 dead
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Hundreds of Florida residents were rescued Thursday from the aftermath of Hurricane Milton after the storm smashed through coastal communities where it tore homes into pieces, filled streets with mud and spawned a barrage of tornadoes…
Customer's racist rant at Park Street McDonald's costs him his job
Another customer recorded the Thursday morning incident and posted it on Reddit.
Taylor Swift donates $5 million toward hurricane relief efforts
Taylor Swift donated $5 million to Feeding America to support relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Teen charged in connection with a Wisconsin prison counselor's death pleads not guilty
MERRILL — A teenage inmate charged in connection with a Wisconsin youth prison counselor's death this summer has pleaded not guilty to a pair of felony counts.
Shopbop plans pop-up on State Street to celebrate its origins 25 years ago
The shop will open Oct. 17 at 512 State St., the same day as the final Madison Night Market.
Candidate Q&A: Assembly District 40
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The election is Nov. 5.
OSHA cites Janesville recycling firm for again exposing workers to dangerous levels of lead, cadmium
Universal Recycling Technologies, which was cited for the same violations in 2023, was cited for two repeat and six serious violations and one other-than-serious violation. OSAHA proposed $202,820 in penalties.
Tim Walz to campaign in Wisconsin on Monday
Walz plans to participate in a political event in Eau Claire, followed by a campaign event in Green Bay.
Correction for Thursday 10-10
Test scores were from 2023-24 exam
Wisconsin dams are failing more frequently, report says
Wisconsin recorded 34 dam failures from 2000 through 2023, 28 since the start of 2018, and 18 since the start of 2020.
Hands on Wisconsin: Donald Trump fuels hurricane of misinformation
Hurricanes have been hitting the American Southeast, causing widespread devastation and destruction. To make matters worse, some politicians, led by former President Donald Trump, have been spreading lies and misinformation about the government's response to the disasters.
Harris faces new urgency to explain how her potential presidency would be different from Biden's
WASHINGTON — With less than four weeks until Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris faces new urgency to define how her potential presidency would be different from that of President Joe Biden.
Northern lights could be seen as far south as lower Midwest overnight
The best viewing time is expected to be between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., and skies are forecast to be clear overnight in Madison so viewing conditions should be perfect.
Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra and Kanopy Dance want your help making history
Both will be recorded to be shared with a national audience.
Candidate Q&A: Assembly District 38
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The election is Nov. 5.
131 cited for underage drinking when Madison police check Regent Street bar
Bar checks and other liquor law enforcement are a regular part of the work of the Central Community Policing Team, Madison police said.
Woman arrested for stealing items from elderly person, police say there may be more victims
“We are looking for other potential elderly victims to come forward that might not know they've been victimized,” McFarland police Sgt. Bryan Wallace said.
Milio's is donating a portion of its sales to Empty Stocking Club to provide toys at Christmas
The company started in 1989 on West Johnson Street as Big Mike's Super Subs.
Vandals damage Sun Prairie Little League Park, police seeking information
A freshly poured concrete area at the park was hit with graffiti and other damage, the extent of which is still being assessed, Sun Prairie police said.
10 key moments on Bo Ryan’s path to the Naismith Hall of Fame
Former Wisconsin men's basketball coach Bo Ryan was named Big Ten coach of the year four times with the Badgers. Here's a look back at his successful coaching career.