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Drunken driver arrested after getting stuck on railroad tracks, Madison Police say
Police arrested the driver, who allegedly had a blood alcohol content more than twice the legal limit, on pending charges of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, second offense.
Madison resident Steve Stricker chases Hiroyuki Fujita atop Senior Open leaderboard
Stricker, the 2019 champion, shot his third straight 66 and moved into second place Saturday but he may need some help from the weather to secure another victory.
12 hour standoff ends in domestic abuse arrest in Dodge County
A crisis negotiator coaxed the man into coming out, and deputies immediately took him into custody.
Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave unexpectedly dies Friday morning
Delagrave was first elected county executive in 2015.
Former Wisconsin Mr. Basketball gets shot in NBA after going undrafted
The Waupun native mimicked past NBA stars while developing his own skill set in his family's basketball court. It's led him to the NBA's doorstep.
Waupun prison has been on chopping block for decades. Why is it still open?
Prison design has changed dramatically, but little has changed at Waupun and Green Bay.
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin appeal ruling allowing disabled people to obtain ballots electronically
Republican legislators on Friday appealed a ruling that allows disabled people to download absentee ballots at home in November's presidential election.
Mendota Marsh: Oscar Fox watches the fire work
Oscar Fox celebrates the Fourth of July by watching the fire do it's work in this week's Mendota Marsh.
Developer proposes 10-story building next to historic Downtown Madison warehouse
A preliminary proposal would replace existing apartments situated between the Wiedenbeck-Dobelin Warehouse and the Milwaukee Road Depot with a 239-unit residential building.
4 things we learned from Wisconsin men's basketball camps
The Badgers had a chance to evaluate several commitments and extend offers to several recruits this week. Here's what we learned.
Brewers rookie Jackson Chourio delivers decisive shot against rival
With one swing of the bat, the outfielder sent Milwaukee past the Cubs and former Brewers manager Craig Counsell.
Madison resident Steve Stricker makes his move at senior major golf tournament
The golfer shot a second straight 66 on Saturday at the U.S. Senior Open in Rhode Island.
Gov. Tony Evers declares state of emergency after tornadoes and flooding
Gov. Tony Evers declares a state of emergency after a month of tornadoes and flooding ravaged Wisconsin, giving him the option to call on the National Guard for assistance.
Former Madison Catholic school music director charged with child enticement, sexual assault
A former Madison music director is being charged with child enticement and sexual assault.
Stories about food pantries and 'Top Chef' offer a very sad contrast -- Bob Bates
The June 25 State Journal article about food pantries, "Surging demand leads to limits," informs us that they are increasingly unable to respond fully to needs in Madison and surrounding communities, and this has been worsening. In recent years, records…
Milwaukee man acquitted of Far West Side homicide; jury accepts self-defense claim
Acquitted of homicide, Charles Washington White will be sentenced for possession of a firearm by a felon.
Popular Mexican restaurant El Sabor de Puebla is opening a second location
The new restaurant could open by the end of July.
See and hear the spectacle of Wisconsin football's Squat Fest
A closer look at the sights and sounds of Squat Fest, Wisconsin football's annual lifting extravaganza.
2 Wisconsin alums to play with help USA Basketball prepare for 2024 Paris Olympics
The Badgers will have an alumni contingent on hand to train with the U.S. national team as they prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.