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Madison police seeking vehicle that struck, killed pedestrian on Beltline at Fish Hatchery Road

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 6:15am
Madison police and fire personnel attempted life-saving efforts, but the person who was hit was pronounced dead at the scene by the Dane County Medical Examiner's Office.

Matt LaFleur saw ‘cracks’ during up-and-down year, but coach never let them sink Packers

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 5:40am
After a 2-5 start, the coach guided the Packers to 8 wins in their next 11 games.

Why Tom Izzo says Wisconsin men's basketball sophomore is 'one of better players' he's seen

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 5:25am
The transfer from St. John's scored 50 points in two meetings and was highly efficient in doing so. Here's how he broke out of a shooting slump.

Packers' defensive coordinator search begins with former coach

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 4:45pm
Packers coach Matt LaFleur reportedly interviewed two candidates Friday.

Luke Fickell, Kelly Sheffield among Wisconsin coaches receiving contract extensions

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 3:33pm
The automatic extension in Luke Fickell's contract as Badgers football coach got a final sign-off from the Athletic Board on Friday.

Bo, a Vilas Zoo polar bear, is being moved ahead of breeding season

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 3:15pm
Male polar bear Bo, short for Borealis, will be moved to a different zoo on breeding recommendations hopefully by mid-February, the zoo said.

Janesville resident issued warning for off-leash dogs months before German Shepherd fatally shot

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 3:00pm
One of the dogs was fatally shot Wednesday after one of the dogs attacked the officer and bit him in the leg, Janesville police stated.

Madison high school graduation ceremonies will be held at Alliant Energy Coliseum

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 2:55pm
The change was made due to upcoming renovations to the ice hockey rink floor at the UW-Madison Kohl Center, the school district announced Friday.

Lake Mendota 5K canceled due to thin ice, replaced with Madison's 'largest winter workout'

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 2:18pm
The Frozen Assets 5K was scheduled to take place Feb. 3.

That old Christmas tree still hanging around? Madison resumes pickup Monday

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 1:40pm
The city had planned to conduct the collection earlier, but road crews were busy dealing with the winter storms.

2 people displaced after bathroom fire in South Side apartment, authorities say

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 1:05pm
Fire crews were sent to the 2800 block of Ashford Lane at 9:18 p.m. Thursday after flames were reported in an apartment, authorities said.

Waterloo man arrested after road rage incident involving gun on Far West Side, Madison police say

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 12:40pm
A man called for police after a gun was flashed during the incident in the area of South Gammon Road and Watts Road around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, police said.

Women sitting in vehicle on South Side drive away from gunman, Madison police say

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 12:10pm
Officers were sent to the 2200 block of Cypress Way after the women reported that they were sitting inside a vehicle when the gunman walked up, Madison police said.

Madison Children’s Museum president and CEO is retiring; board begins nationwide search

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 11:30am
"I see every child who comes through the front door like a glowing ball of potential," said Deb Gilpin, the outgoing president and CEO of Madison Children’s Museum.

Proposed Wisconsin specialty license plate offers throwback white-on-black design

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 11:11am
The special registration license plates would have a "throwback design" with white lettering on a black background, similar to popular offerings in neighboring states.

Catching up with a 2025 3-star Wisconsin basketball target

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 10:15am
A couple of Wisconsin coaches saw a Madison-area center establish his presence inside for the Cardinals during a home loss Thursday. Here's more about his recruiting journey.

Verona 4-star cornerback shows clutch gene to Wisconsin football staff in basketball

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 10:15am
Most of the Badgers' staff was on hand to see a prized recruit in another sport, and they were treated to quite the performance.

The transformation of St. Bernard's into Madison's cathedral is well underway

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 10:00am
A $15 million renovation at St. Bernard Catholic Church will include handmade furnishings along with new pews and two organs. Plans to add a steeple atop the bell tower of the 1927 church could follow.

Coast Guard rescues dog from foggy, frigid Lake Michigan off Kenosha

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 9:55am
A dog fell into the icy waters of Lake Michigan and was rescued by members of the U.S. Coast Guard Station Kenosha Thursday afternoon.

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