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2 attacked by masked assailants, Madison police say
Two people told Madison Police they were attacked in their home by masked assailants Wednesday.
Photos: See how Madison's lakes have changed since the 19th century
Madison's lakes have a long and storied history. Here's a look back at how they have changed over the years.
Sun Prairie School District Superintendent gets no-confidence vote
The 68-45 vote comes amid the public’s unhappiness with how the district has handled a series of sex-related scandals involving staff members.
What The New York Times discovered during 36 hours in Madison
An NYT column this week mentions Madison's politics and farmers markets, but also “an impressive lineup of restaurants, bars and performance venues attracting major acts."
What cyclists need to know ahead of John Nolen Drive reconstruction
The good news? Cyclists can continue using the John Nolen Drive causeway for another year. Starting next August though, they’ll need to detour around Monona Bay.
John Nolen Drive reconstruction not expected to disrupt Metro Transit bus service
There may be some slowdowns as John Nolen Drive traffic is reduced to a single lane, but Metro Transit has no plans for major detours.
What the John Nolen Drive reconstruction will entail
The portion of John Nolen Drive crossing Lake Monona will be reduced to one lane in each direction for nearly two years. Here’s why.
John Nolen Drive reconstruction timeline: What’s happening when
The first phase of the John Nolen Drive reconstruction is broken into four stages over the next two years.
Madison LakeWay project to begin as John Nolen Drive reconstruction ends
The multi-decade project seeks to reinvent the Lake Monona waterfront as a walkable destination. It’s expected to get underway in 2027.
Two more reconstruction phases planned for John Nolen Drive after 2027
The upcoming reconstruction of John Nolen Drive is the first of three phases. Here’s what to expect after this phase ends.
Some Downtown streets to close for UW-Madison homecoming parade
The parade will cross most of the campus area across Langdon and Gilman streets.
Boaters mostly unaffected during John Nolen Drive reconstruction
Work on the bridges will mostly take place in the winter to reduce the impact on boaters and the environment.
Venezuelan opposition leader receives honor
OSLO, Norway — Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for her struggle to achieve a democratic transition in the South American nation, winning recognition as a woman "who keeps the flame of democracy…
Where are the best fried cheese curds in the Madison area?
If you met somebody who had never had a cheese curd in their life, where in the Madison area would you send them for their first taste?
Madison police investigating Thursday night homicide
The investigation is ongoing.
There's still time to nominate your company as a Top Workplace
You have until Oct. 31 to nominate businesses that have great company culture.
Summer camps along Lake Mendota played key role in many kids' lives
A trio of youth camps not only served thousands of youth, but helped protect the land from development before it was converted to a state park.
Hogan House, a symbol of summer camp history, being restored at a state park
Built in 1950 for Camp Wakanda, the Hogan House is one of the few reminders of the youth camps that once flourished on Lake Mendota’s northwestern shoreline.
Photo of the day: Light the Night
Featured images by the Wisconsin State Journal's photo team of Amber Arnold, John Hart and Owen Ziliak.