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Merrimac Ferry closed for the season

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 2:43pm
The COLSAC III has been halted since Saturday’s snow, and conditions have not since improved enough to reopen it for service, according to a statement from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

Dells donate $6.25B for children

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 1:30pm
NEW YORK — Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell pledged $6.25 billion Tuesday to provide 25 million American children under 10 an incentive to claim the new investment accounts for children created as part of President Donald Trump's tax and spending…

Wisconsin volleyball lands surprise pick on All-Big Ten first team

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 1:07pm
Three Badgers earned a spot on the All-Big Ten first team after they finished second in the conference.

On Giving Tuesday, consider helping bring toys to children

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 12:59pm
The goal of Empty Stocking Club is to bring to every child the joy they deserve during the holidays.

Authorities identify driver who died in crash with semi in town of Cottage Grove

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 12:40pm
The crash happened about 9:05 a.m. on Thanksgiving at Highway N and Highway MN.

Authorities identify female pedestrian who died after crash in Janesville

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 12:25pm
The crash occurred near the intersection of East Milwaukee Street and Suffolk Drive in Janesville about 5 p.m. on Nov. 18.

Imperial Garden to stay put after redevelopment plans dropped

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 12:05pm
Plans for a 10-story redevelopment are no longer moving forward after the Middleton City Council voted against rezoning the site.

Wrapping paper gift back again

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 11:36am
For years, the Wisconsin State Journal would put wrapping paper in the newspaper as a gift to readers.

Despite heavy snow, Wisconsin gun deer season totals remain largely consistent

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 11:30am
The state reported two firearm-related hunting incidents over the season, with both occurring on the Saturday of opening weekend.

Interim police monitor filed lawsuit against former employer 2 months before taking Madison job

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 11:05am
Aeiramique Glass Blake said she was offered a different job in Baltimore after an investigation that led to the removal of “high-up officials.”

Florida man pleads guilty in violent domestic attack in Rock County

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 9:05am
Aaron Carter faces 16½ years in prison and 17 years of extended supervision when he is sentenced on Feb. 25.

Strongmen around the world are increasingly inspired by America’s example | Fareed Zakaria

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 8:43am
In a conversation with a friend from Pakistan, I lamented that country’s recent decision to give the head of its army expanded powers, including lifetime immunity from legal prosecution. My friend replied, “We’re just following in America’s footsteps. Didn’t your…

Authorities identify Mukwonago motorcyclist who died in crash in Lodi

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 7:15am
The crash happened at the overhead railroad crossing on Highway 60 between Canning Street and Nestles Street, Lodi police reported.

State reports early literacy data for Madison, other districts

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 7:10am
The results for the Madison School District were slightly worse than for students in those grades statewide. About 37% of them scored in the bottom quartile.

Tom Still: Wisconsin economy has historic, enduring stake in quality health research

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 6:40am
People across Wisconsin should be worried about today’s assaults on health-related research spending. Those cuts will likely hit Wisconsin harder than most states.

Madison Art Market brings consignment gallery to West Side

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 6:05am
The shop features over 80 Wisconsin artists and is a spinoff of Picture Salon

Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes launches bid for governor

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 6:00am
Barnes last ran for statewide office in 2022 but lost his U.S. Senate race to Republican Ron Johnson by fewer than 27,000 votes.

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

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 5:35am
What to know about the Badgers' opponent as their Big Ten slate begins.

How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Northwestern

Tue, 12/02/2025 - 5:35am
How to tune in for the Badgers' Big Ten home opener.

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