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Trump targets critical race theory and antisemitism on college campuses (copy)
He declared federal money can't be used on "indoctrination" of children, including on "radical gender ideology and critical race theory."
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles to answer questions on Medicare and Medicaid at hearing (copy)
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggled Wednesday to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid or to provide details about how he would work to drive down health care costs.
Morgan Wallen adds second show to Camp Randall tour stop
Wallen will be the first artist to perform at the stadium since the Rolling Stones performed there in 1997.
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Many, many years ago, Bob Uecker was the guest speaker at the Home Talent Baseball League banquet. I believe it was held in Waunakee.
Former Madison community center vice president charged with embezzling $600,000
Dewayne L. Powell, 42, faces charges of theft for allegedly using credit cards issued by his former employer, Goodman Community Center, to pay for gambling and other expenses.
Several fires reported in Columbia, Dodge counties; 150 acres burned
Several fires broke out Wednesday in Columbia and Dodge counties amid dry, windy conditions and unseasonably warm temperatures. Emergency alerts urged residents not to burn brush or other items.
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Student may face charge over threat
Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month and more (copy)
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department’s intelligence agency paused observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Pride Month, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other cultural or historical annual events in response to President Donald Trump’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion…
Firefighters spend 2 hours extinguishing Dane Co. brush fire
People who have things to burn should follow local ordinances, avoid burning anything when wind speeds exceed 15 miles per hour and make sure never to leave a fire unattended.
Trump White House rescinds memo freezing federal money after widespread confusion (copy)
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s budget office on Wednesday rescinded a memo freezing spending on federal loans and grants, less than two days after it sparked widespread confusion and legal challenges across the country.
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Beloit man who recorded himself sexually assaulting 5 children gets 22½ years federal prison
Misael Dominguez Adorno, 25, also was sentenced by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 25 years of supervised release after his prison term for producing child pornography.
Madison man arrested in Iowa County on multiple drug charges
A man and a woman were arrested Tuesday night after Iowa County deputies discovered a "significant amount" of drugs and paraphernalia during a traffic stop in Mineral Point.
Woman attacked, robbed in apparent targeted incident at South Side hotel, Madison police say
No arrests have been made and the investigation is continuing, with digital evidence being reviewed.
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate criticized for attending Democratic briefing
The event is just one of many partisan gatherings both candidates in the nonpartisan-in-name-only race have attended.
Vehicle stolen from delivery driver used in attempt to break into Fitchburg pawn shop
The vehicle, which may have front-end damage, was not at the scene when Fitchburg police arrived and has not been found.
2 sought after twice crashing stolen car, fleeing on foot on East Side
The Dane County Sheriff's Office, Capitol police and Maple Bluff police helped in the search, which included K9 units and drones, but the suspects were not located.
2 pulled from balcony in Far West Side apartment fire caused by ‘improvised heating device’
Two people were displaced as a result of the fire, and the American Red Cross is assisting them.
Police seek charge against student for threat that closed Wisconsin Heights schools on Friday
The investigation ultimately determined that there was no immediate danger at the schools.
A Democratic Party in crisis set to elect new chairman — and it could be Wisconsin's Ben Wikler
The Democratic National Committee will elect a new chair on Saturday as the party seeks new leadership to guide Democrats through Donald Trump's second presidency.