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Brewers can't slow Pirates' offense in series opener

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:15pm
Pittsburgh catcher Joey Bart's grand slam was part of a game-changing inning Tuesday night in Milwaukee.

Already awarded millions for bus transit, Madison misses out on latest ask

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 5:30pm
Metro Transit general manager Justin Stuehrenberg said Metro "didn't have high expectations" for getting the grant, given the federal government's past largesse.

Public health agency issues second overdose alert of the year

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 5:00pm
Signs of an overdose include pale, sweaty or clammy skin; lips or fingertips that have turned blue; slow or irregular breathing; and difficulty staying awake.

Trump ahead of Biden in Wisconsin among older, all voters, AARP poll says

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 4:25pm
The poll was conducted in the days immediately after the June 27 presidential debate.

Robin Vos recall effort tossed by Dane County judge

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 3:45pm
Dane County Circuit Court Judge Stephen Ehlke wrote that recall organizer's request to force a vote under old legislative maps "plainly violates" the state Supreme Court's previous decision.

Homicide charge dropped against man involved in Near East Side killing

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 3:30pm
As part of a plea agreement, Keyonta C. Blaney pleaded guilty to reduced charges for his role in a shooting that killed Nicholas G. Taylor-Washington, 20.

Nasra Wehelie will fight for Madison, Dane County in the Assembly -- Paul Soglin

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 3:27pm
I strongly endorse Nasra Wehelie to represent District 80 in the Wisconsin Assembly. These days every candidate in Dane County makes a claim they are fighting for social and economic justice. Let us make that a reality.

Traffic enforcement effort 'Trooper in a Truck' comes to Madison Wednesday

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 2:00pm
The partnership places troopers in semitractors and buses so they can take advantage of a truck's higher vantage point to catch drivers breaking the law.

Janesville police seek man who stole credit cards at restaurant, bought 2 Apple Mac Books

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:50pm
The male suspect is pictured in the accompanying photos. He is wanted for felony fraudulent use of credit card.

Second section of Lower Yahara River Trail now open near Stoughton

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 11:40am
The Lower Yahara River Trail is one step closer to connecting Madison and Stoughton, but a lot of work is left to be done.

Washington Post: Governor's marijuana pardons are a model for the country

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:15am
Maryland’s legalization of recreational marijuana just over a year ago has obviously been a boon to users. But it also has benefited the state, bringing in more than $26 million in tax revenue during the second half of 2023.

Federal judge rules protesters can't march through Republican National Convention security zone

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:10am
Protesters have complained that the city is keeping them too far away from the convention site, which is inside a security perimeter where credentials are required to gain access.

Firefighter injured, occupants escape blaze at Janesville apartment building, authorities say

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 9:40am
At about 1:45 p.m. Monday, multiple callers reported fire through the roof of Surrey Ridge Apartments and fire crews found heavy fire when they arrived.

Vintage Brewing Co. expanding to historic building in western Dane County

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 8:55am
Madison-based Vintage Brewing will convert the historic building into its fifth location, which includes three in Madison and another in Sauk City.

Driver arrested for OWI after hitting bicyclist on near West Side, Madison police say

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 8:10am
Shorewood Hills police found the vehicle and arrested the 32-year-old male driver, Madison police said.

Madison-area teens tackle the Mount Everest of Scouting adventures

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 7:35am
"I have a very short list of items that I want to finish during my time in Scouts," Anna Stevens, 14, said. "It's 'Get Eagle (Scout)' and 'Go to Philmont.'"

Beer Baron: Maybe it's not too soon for Oktoberfest

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 6:45am
Grant Pauly of 3 Sheeps Brewing tries to explain himself.

Why a revised rule would've negated one of Wisconsin football's best plays of 2023

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 6:37am
Wisconsin posted a historic comeback last year at Illinois, but the winning touchdown wouldn't count this fall. Here's why.

Golf entertainment complex proposed for Monona along Beltline

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 5:55am
The driving range and entertainment venue would be the first in Wisconsin for Dallas-based Topgolf, which has 90 centers in 36 states.

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