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Wayne Osmond, singer and guitarist for The Osmonds, is dead at 73 (copy)
NEW YORK — Wayne Osmond, a singer, guitarist and founding member of the million-selling family act The Osmonds, who were known for such 1970s teen hits as “One Bad Apple,” “Yo-Yo” and “Down By the Lazy River,” has died. He…
FBI says driver in New Orleans rampage acted alone, was '100%' inspired by Islamic State group (copy)
NEW ORLEANS — The Army veteran who drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year’s revelers in New Orleans acted alone, the FBI said Thursday, reversing its position from a day earlier that he likely worked with others…
Beloit Police release victim's name in December homicide
An unnamed woman also was wounded in the incident, but her injuries are not considered life-threatening, according to Beloit spokesperson Sarah Lock.
Cranberries can be labeled 'healthy,' FDA says
Wisconsin was the top cranberry state in 2023, producing 62% of the nation’s crop, more than twice as much as the second state, Massachusetts.
Meet the Danish-Swedish farmdog, the newest breed in the American Kennel Club's lineup (copy)
Say hello to the latest dog in the American Kennel Club’s lineup of recognized breeds. The Danish-Swedish farmdog joined the pack Thursday.
Kindergartner fatally struck by school bus in Waukesha County
The Hamilton School District student services team is working with students and staff in the district to support them in the aftermath of this tragedy, according to Superintendent Paul Mielke.
Janesville woman arrested for 5th OWI with 5 kids under 16 in car
The children were released to a responsible party.
Another round of 20-year-old cheddar to be sold by Hook's
The Mineral Point cheese company has been selling the cheese off and on since 2015 with year's batch going for $209 per pound.
Wisconsin Elections Commission orders probe into uncounted Madison ballots
The review marks the agency's first formal investigation since the commission was formed in 2016.
Authorities identify woman found dead along with two juveniles, ages 12 and 13, in New Lisbon
Virgil Thew, 47, of New Lisbon, was last seen Sunday at the Dollar General store in the Juneau County city.
Suspect found unresponsive after Madison police brought him to jail dies
Chief Shon Barnes in his blog Thursday morning said the 32-year-old who was brought to a local hospital in critical condition “did not survive.”
Here are 5 Madison-area government stories to watch in 2025
New leaders will play an integral role: Madison is looking for a new police chief, while Dane County voters just picked a new executive.
McFarland Ice Arena's $3 million addition reflects growing interest in winter sports
More than 30 organizations use the 30-year-old ice arena for hockey, figure skating, speed skating and other clubs. The arena also hosts open skates and tournaments.
Here are the top things to do in Madison this weekend
See a show, share a story or take a hike this first weekend of 2025.
Most Dane County districts don't weigh class rigor in ranking students for guaranteed UW admission
In an amendment adopted before the bill's final passage, student GPA was deemed the “sole criterion” for determining class rank.
Housing roundup
The city's highly competitive housing market has kept the development proposals coming.
10 big housing developments that will change Madison in 2025
Multifamily housing numbers dipped from the more than 4,000 dwelling units approved annually in 2022 and 2023. But the city still approved upwards of 3,000 units in 2024.
How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Iowa
How to tune in as the Badgers open the 2025 calendar year with a home game against Iowa.
What to know about Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Iowa
The Badgers re-open conference play at the Kohl Center after 11 days off. Here's what to know about their opponent, the Hawkeyes.






