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"I can remember going into the carceral system back in 1995 Nothing has changed when it comes to health services."

The explosion at the Niederhausers' home in the 4900 block of Capitol View Road, in the town of Springfield, was reported at about 11 p.m.

Nine staff members at Waupun Correctional Institution, including the warden, have been charged in Dodge County following the deaths of four inmates.

Community members are welcome to help themselves, but personal shovels and buckets are required.

The Madison School District's four comprehensive high schools will hold back-to-back ceremonies throughout Saturday at the Alliant Energy Center, due to Kohl Center renovations.

The 151-year-old prison, the oldest in the state, is also undergoing a federal investigation into smuggling of drugs, cellphones and other contraband.

MGE shut down the water heater, and firefighters checked and ventilated each of the more than 60 apartment in the building.

The driver got out of the vehicle on his own and was taken by ambulance to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries, authorities said.

The longtime Madison artist known for his owl sculptures, who also co-founded Art Fair Off the Square, died Monday at age 83.

The 34-year-old male driver was taken to a local hospital with injuries and charges are pending, Madison police said.

HanesBrands Inc. announced plans Wednesday to sell its iconic global Champion brand for between $1.2 billion and $1.5 billion to Authentic Brands Group.

Construction on the city's second bus rapid transit line is expected to begin in 2026.

The Cat's Brew is slated for an opening sometime between July and September. It is located at 2414 Montana Avenue in Sun Prairie.

Kenneth Chesebro, an attorney who orchestrated the Republican scheme to submit a fake slate of electors after the 2020 election, has formally been charged with felony forgery by Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul. Other states have filed charges against the…

Professor charts political history of Badger State

Green Bay's three kicking candidates all lined up one by one for 53-yard attempts at the end of practice Tuesday. Here's the surprise LaFleur had in for his kickers.

It has been five years since the WIAA has hosted the boys golf state tournament in Madison. Here's why it may return soon.

"We're supposed to protect kids here," the security assistant reportedly said. "This is the second time you've done this to [Bankston]."

There are eight teams returning from last year's state tournament and three of them are looking to repeat. Kaukauna is looking for its fourth-straight.

Badgers football's strong start to its summer recruiting schedule began with the commitment from an out-of-state standout.