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Stephen Fleischman, longtime MMoCA leader, dies at 69

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 2:15pm
"Steve died the way he lived — bravely, full of love, appreciation of beauty, and openness to the unknown," Fleischman's wife wrote on the family's CaringBridge page.

How to watch, listen, stream Wisconsin women's hockey at Minnesota State

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 1:35pm
The Badgers women's hockey team takes a five-game winning streak into a WCHA road series on Friday and Saturday.

Ex-cop sentenced to a year in prison for pursuing sex with a 15-year-old girl

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 1:30pm
With credit for time he spent in jail after his 2019 arrest, Morris Reid will likely serve about two months in prison.

Wisconsin Republican leader derides GOP impeachment attempt targeting state's top elections official

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 1:25pm
A Republican attempt to impeach Wisconsin's nonpartisan top elections official is nothing more than “a big show for the cameras” and will be ignored, the Assembly's GOP majority leader said.

All Wisconsin children should get blood lead tests, health officials say

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 12:30pm
Contaminated applesauce is one reason. Lead testing was previously required for children on Medicaid and urged for others in old homes.

GOP bill would suspend northern Wisconsin doe hunt in attempt to regrow herd

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 11:30am
Hunters in the state's Northern Forest Hunting Zone have complained for years that the number of deer roaming the landscape has been dwindling.

Oregon wrestling freshman 'has more to prove' after being ranked No. 1 before career began

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 11:25am
Lofty expectations placed on the freshman don't deter him, as he has set an even higher standard. Here's his motivation for improving,

What to know about Wisconsin men's basketball's opponent, Indiana

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 11:22am
The Wisconsin men's basketball team will look for a bounceback win at the Kohl Center, but it faces a tough test in the Hoosiers.

Waupun man charged with homicide in father’s death

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 10:40am
A 42-year-old Waupun man was charged with first-degree homicide on Thursday for allegedly causing the death of his father.

Driftless Social is starting to roll out its food, after 2-plus years of suspense

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 8:55am
Seven appetizers will be available this week to go with the drinks they've been serving for the last year.

5 Madison, WiscNews high school hockey stars: Jan. 18 edition

Thu, 01/18/2024 - 4:37am
Despite some games being canceled, several area boys and girls hockey players had standout performances this past week. Here are five standout performers.

Giannis-less Bucks soundly beaten in Cleveland

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 9:20pm
With Giannis Antetokounmpo nursing a bruised shoulder, the Bucks fell behind quickly in a loss to the Cavaliers.

Wisconsin football lands fifth commitment of 2025 class in 3-star safety

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 7:43pm
The Badgers continues to add to their future defensive backfield with the commitment of an Ohio safety. Here's what we know

Vernon County man stole 3 vehicles in 3 hour span, police say

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 7:20pm
The theft spree began at 5:45 a.m., when a Wheatland resident reported that a black Ford F-250 pickup truck had been taken from a home on Will Kumlin Road, a mile Northwest of State Highway 82.

Interim chancellor 'happy to provide the stability' at UW-La Crosse

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 6:56pm
As staff and students return to campus after winter break, leaders gathered Wednesday in a packed ballroom at UW-La Crosse to show cohesion and establish a sense of stability at the institution.

Compared to Madison, suburbs seem to have had more luck clearing roads of snow and ice

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 6:41pm
"The fact that the Beltline is totally dry and surrounding jurisdictions have clear main streets is evidence that Madison could also have clearer main streets," said Ken Streit.

How the Packers’ line has keyed Jordan Love’s ascent, offense’s improvement

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 6:35pm
Packers coach Matt LaFleur couldn't be more pleased with his offensive line.

Packers sticking with kicker Anders Carlson: ‘We’re going to see this thing through with him’

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 5:58pm
Packers kicker Anders Carlson missed an extra point Sunday against the Cowboys and has missed at least one kick in 9 of the last 11 games.

Decision made on Sun Prairie West boys basketball coach's future

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 5:50pm
Administrators have made a determination about the direction of the Wolves' program. Here's what we know.

Silver Dollar Tavern, Madison's oldest bar, gets a new life right next door

Wed, 01/17/2024 - 4:25pm
The Teasdale Family, fourth-generation owners of the Silver Dollar Tavern, have gifted the 43-foot-long, mahogany wooden bar and other memorabilia to the Wisconsin Historical Society

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