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Madison police cleared in death of suspect last year

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 5:05pm
Richard Johnson, 32, of Madison, was unresponsive when he arrived at the Dane County Jail and was taken to a hospital, where he died.

Obituary index for Sat., Dec. 20

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 3:44pm
TODAY'S OBITUARIES

Jury foreman in Dugan trial: 'Not feeling too good' after verdict

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:54pm
The foreman for the jury in the case of ⁠Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan said he was “not feeling too good” after reaching a verdict on Dec. 18.

DIGEST

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:30pm
A Mineral Point man died when he couldn’t escape a burning car after a crash on Thursday night, the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office reported.

OWI sought against man critically injured in crash that closed I-90 near DeForest

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:20pm
At about 6:40 p.m., a vehicle driven by the man rear-ended a semi on westbound I-90 at the Highway 19 interchange, the Wisconsin State Patrol said.

Parents, staff request independent review of Madison elementary school principal

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:00pm
A district spokesperson said district leaders looked into complaints about Becca Stein but “found no evidence of wrongdoing requiring further investigation.”

Former church in Sun Prairie transformed into women’s clothing boutique and farm market

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 12:15pm
Faded Roots Boutique opened in 2024 in the former sanctuary, and the Roots Cellar opened last month in the basement.

No serious injuries in 4-vehicle crash on Beltline

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 12:10pm
The crash happened on the eastbound Beltline near Todd Drive shortly before 6:45 a.m. when a car allegedly lost control due to black ice, authorities said.

Assembly Republican leaders vow to impeach Milwaukee judge if she doesn’t resign

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 11:52am
Under Wisconsin’s Constitution, Hannah Dugan forfeited her right to serve after her conviction, Assembly Republican leaders said.

Mineral Point man dies when he can’t escape burning car after crash

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 11:50am
A Mineral Point man died when he couldn’t escape a burning car after a crash on Thursday night, the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Chazen showcases local influence in newly acquired photos

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 11:17am
The museum has just acquired 28 photos taken by acclaimed photographer and Irving Penn, who rose in the artistic ranks as one of Vogue’s best photographers for nearly three decades. The collection comes courtesy of the Irving Penn Foundation, a…

MMoCA is debuting a ground floor restaurant, with chef 'who is a bit of a star'

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 10:55am
The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art is putting a restaurant, with a large bar, where its elegant gift shop used to be.

Man arrested after attacking, robbing acquaintance Downtown

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 10:45am
The man was arrested and jailed on tentative charges of strong-arm robbery, battery, and disorderly conduct, Madison police said.

Advocates raise alarms after Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan found guilty of obstruction

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 10:25am
A coalition of 13 advocacy groups said “higher courts must carefully review the serious constitutional questions this case raises about due process, judicial authority, and federal overreach.”

Madison police investigating spree of theft from auto cases on Far East Side

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 9:35am
The spree involved at least three vehicles in the Door Creek Neighborhood that were left unlocked and parked in home driveways, Madison police said.

Photo of the day: Las Posadas celebration

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 8:35am
Featured images by the Wisconsin State Journal's photo team of Amber Arnold, John Hart and Owen Ziliak.

Woman sitting in car on East Side robbed by gunman

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 8:20am
No injuries were reported, no arrests have been made, and the investigation is continuing.

The community made sure 10,000 children will have a joyful holiday

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 7:45am
Empty Stocking Club is able to help families thanks to the community's support.

Wisconsin State Journal readers have given more than $273,000 for the Empty Stocking Club

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 7:35am
Since 1918, the Empty Stocking Club has provided Christmas toys to children in families in need in the greater Madison area.

UW Health aims to grow living organ donors list by 20% in 2 years

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 7:10am
The Living Donor Initiative will create educational materials and include face-to-face discussions across Wisconsin and northern Illinois.

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