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Waunakee man who threatened woman with gun arrested with loaded gun, police say

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 12:05pm
The man’s arrest came after a multi-day investigation into domestic-related offenses in the town of Westport.

Meteors, big moon to clash

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 11:57am
NEW YORK — The year's first supermoon and meteor shower will sync up in January skies, but the light from one may dim the other.

David Hoffmann to become chair of Wisconsin State Journal owner after $35 million deal

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 11:28am
The Florida-based billionaire and Missouri native buys a controlling stake in Lee Enterprises

David Hoffmann to become chair of Kenosha News owner after $35 million deal

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 11:28am
The Florida-based billionaire and Missouri native buys a controlling stake in Lee Enterprises.

Madison police searching for hit-and-run driver after man found lying on Downtown street

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 11:15am
At about 2:35 a.m. Saturday, a passerby called for help after seeing a man lying in the street at Regent Street and West Washington Avenue, Madison police said.

29 restaurants, bars and cafes that closed in the Madison area in 2025

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 11:10am
We said goodbye to A Pig in a Fur Coat, Short Stack Eatery and many otherst this year.

Man found violating no-contact order in Windsor arrested to end stand-off after fleeing to residence

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 10:40am
No one else was inside the home during the standoff and no injuries were reported.

‘Communitywide effort’ wipes out McFarland’s school meal debt

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 8:50am
The district said the first two donors gave $1,300 and $250, but “what began as individual acts of generosity soon grew into a remarkable community-wide effort.”

Photo of the day: Winter winds

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 8:35am
Featured images by the Wisconsin State Journal's photo team of Amber Arnold, John Hart and Owen Ziliak.

Most frequently checked-out items from Madison libraries

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 8:00am
The list includes adult and youth novels and back issues of The Atlantic magazine.

More than 80 Flock license plate cameras are operating in the Madison area

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 6:55am
There are 10 automatic license-plate reading cameras in Madison, despite city ordinances not allowing the controversial technology. The cameras are operated by Capitol and UW-Madison police.

50% of cancer cell therapy fails. UW-Madison scientists developing a screening to predict success

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 6:45am
There’s no patient fitness screening method in place for cell therapies, so a Morgridge Institute lab at UW-Madison is building one.

More light snow could hamper afternoon commute for southern Wisconsin Tuesday, Wednesday

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 6:45am
Madison has seen 21.6 inches of snow this snow season (since July 1), 6.8 inches above normal.

Tom Still: A handful of themes emerged in 2025

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 6:40am
Tariffs and trade, research and development, and the artificial intelligence boom were among them.

5 high school girls sports stars of the week: Dec. 30 edition

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 6:27am
High-scoring gymnastics efforts and a pair of wrestling invitational titles highlighted high school girls sports action around the holidays. Vote for which performance was the most impressive.

How the Packers are approaching the decision of whether to rest starters vs. Vikings

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 5:35am
The choice whether to rest or start key players in a Week 18 matchup that holds no weight on the Packers' playoff standing is one Matt LaFleur is grappling with.

From dairy farm to D-III national title game, Middleton grad anchors UW-River Falls

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 5:25am
River Falls center and Middleton product Kevin Spahn has helped to spark a wild postseason for the Falcons, which will end with their first D-III title game.

How Monona Grove gymnastics is adapting after season-ending injuries shake up roster

Tue, 12/30/2025 - 5:03am
A pair of gymnasts who previously qualified for state tournaments underwent season-ending surgeries before Monona Grove even competed this winter. Here's how the program is adapting in a positive way.

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