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One person arrested after incident at Meriter Hospital

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 2:17pm
Unity Point Health-Meriter Hospital said patients are being screened and admitted through security for appointments and procedures.

Man flees OWI hit-and-run by convincing mother to pick him up, saying he ran out of gas

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 1:44pm
Witnesses told police they saw the man throwing objects out of his pockets as he ran from the scene.

Remains found in Platteville were of wanted man who fled traffic stop, police say

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 12:35pm
Police said the man's last contact with Platteville officers was on the evening of Aug. 16, when he fled a traffic stop on foot.

Wisconsin Medicaid program will offer housing, meal support to some patients

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:45am
The state is joining others in addressing "social determinants of health," non-medical needs that can impact health outcomes.

Investigators say Wisconsin inmate killed his cellmate for being Black and gay

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:21am
Investigators in Wisconsin say an inmate serving time for trying to kill his mother killed his cellmate for being Black and gay. Prosecutors charged 24-year-old Jackson Vogel on Thursday with first-degree intentional homicide with hate crime and repeat offender penalty…

Intoxicated man arrested after damaging historic fountain at Vilas Zoo, Madison police say

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 11:10am
Madison police said the intoxicated person was “taking their frustrations out” on the historic Annie Stewart Fountain.

'Take advantage of this': Why Greg Gard retooled Wisconsin men's basketball coaching staff

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 10:31am
In an ever-changing college athletics landscape, Greg Gard said the Badgers hope to "evolve, adapt, grow and morph." Here's how his new staff accomplishes that.

Wisconsin man plans to complete 1.5 Ironmans — 210.9 miles — for his best friend

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 10:25am
Since 2017, Kelly Griego has been competing in races to raise awareness and research money for the rare disease that inflicts his friend's 15-year-old son.

UW Health acquires Community Pediatrics in Beaver Dam

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 10:15am
The team at Community Pediatrics will remain the same, it will stay at the same location, and the same insurance should be accepted, officials said.

Authorities searching for Dane County teen girl missing since Saturday

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 9:35am
Anyone with information on Sienna Ross’ whereabouts can do so anonymously via the Sheriff's Office Tips Line at 608-284-6900.

20 great ideas for your weekend in and around Madison

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 8:55am
Head out on a beautiful September weekend for one of these great festivals and shows.

Small Wisconsin town revels in national political spotlight as President Biden visits Westby

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 7:15am
President Joe Biden visited Westby to tour Vernon Electric Cooperative and announce a $7.3 billion investment in clean and reliable electricity for rural America.

President Biden touts rural electricity investment in visit to Westby business

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 7:15am
President Joe Biden touted a $7.3 billion investment in clean and reliable electricity for rural areas as part of his Investing in America agenda.

Monona Grove parents still feeling 'afraid' as School District attempts to fix budget crisis

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 6:40am
Monona Grove parents say they little faith in the board's ability to understand district finances and correct problems. Some parents are now calling on the formation of a community task force to give Monona and Cottage Grove residents a seat…

Ep. 97 BadgerExtra podcast: Week 2 Big Ten picks featuring Jim Polzin

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 6:17am
BadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew and columnist Jim Polzin give you their against-the-spread picks for Week 2 in the Big Ten Conference.

Don't wait until it's too late: Packers fans need subscription to watch Friday's season opener

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 5:55am
Don't be the party pooper who doesn't get the game for a Packers watch party. Here's what you need to know and how to watch the game in Brazil.

Polzin: Packers' Super Bowl window is open. 3 reasons they're not quite ready to sneak through it

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 5:50am
The Packers are on the rise and every NFC contender has reasons to doubt it. Here's why Green Bay likely is a year away from being a favorite.

How a Wisconsin lineman nicknamed 'Rip' is embracing the chance he coveted for so long

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 5:37am
Whitefish Bay product Joe Brunner brings an edge to the University of Wisconsin offensive line. Here's why teammates and coaches love to see him get "nasty."

3 Milwaukee police officers and suspect wounded in shootout

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 5:10am
Three police officers were shot and wounded while trying to serve a warrant Thursday morning on a man inside a Milwaukee apartment building.

Remember American activist who died upholding Palestinian dreams -- Terry Hansen

Fri, 09/06/2024 - 5:00am
Rachel Corrie was a young American peace activist who, 21 years ago, was crushed to death in Gaza by an Israeli bulldozer while trying to protect the home of the family where she was staying.

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