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Say goodbye to 'wind chill'; here's what the National Weather Service will use instead
The weather service is trying to simplify its winter weather warnings system.
Why Camp Randall concerts stopped in 1997 and why they're coming back in 2025
Coldplay's show in 2025 will be the first at Camp Randall Stadium in nearly 28 years. The answer on why concerts have been away for so long isn't straightforward.
2 families displaced by kitchen fire at Far East Side apartment building
All occupants and pets escaped safely before firefighters arrived, and no injuries were reported.
Hilldale announces new retailers for former cinema space
The new arrivals will include three national retailers and one restaurant chain.
Wisconsin announces statewide Forward Exam, ACT results
This is the first set of testing data released since the state lowered the score students must achieve to be considered proficient or advanced.
Authorities confirm body pulled from Madison pond was missing woman
The Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office said Brooke L. Strattan 24, of McFarland, was the person whose body was recovered from the retention pond on Thursday.
New late-night restaurant coming to former Dubai spot in Madison
The owner plans to move to Madison in the next few weeks to oversee the opening. "I will be there for a long time," he said.
Superintendent Jill Underly: New scoring better reflects student performance on Wisconsin test
We are reflecting actual student results, not lowering our standards
Motorcyclist dies in crash into rear of car in Walworth County
The crash happened about 12:10 p.m. Monday at the intersection of Como Road and Alder Drive in the town of Geneva, northwest of Lake Geneva.
2 found dead in burning house in Walworth County
Firefighters found two people in the second-floor apartment, brought them out of the burning building and attempted life-saving measures that were unsuccessful.
Beer Baron: Central Waters adjusts to, grows with, changing craft beer scene
An eye-opening Q&A with Anello Mollica, co-founder and brewmaster at Central Waters Brewing.
Coldplay confirmed, date set for Camp Randall Stadium concert in 2025
Fans seeking first access to tickets can sign up for the presale through Thursday at 9 a.m. and tickets will go on sale on Friday.
First Lady Jill Biden to return to Madison on Monday
Biden's trip to Dane County — one of Wisconsin's most liberal counties and a crucial voting bloc this fall — comes less than a month before the Nov. 5 election.
Madison nonprofit overspent $100K for housing assistance. Here's what that means
Financial audits of Urban Triage show the nonprofit has had past issues with its bookkeeping.
How Wisconsin is trying to speed up beer sales at Camp Randall Stadium
People will show up wherever you sell beer at a Badgers game. New points of sale popped up at Camp Randall last weekend.
Here's how to make the most of Wisconsin's stunning fall colors
Online resources from Travel Wisconsin track changing leaves, the best scenic drives and sightseeing vistas.
5 Madison high school football stars from Week 7
From big plays on defense to showcasing versatility, there were plenty of notable performances in Week 7. Vote for your favorite.
Lambeau West? Packers fans took over SoFi Stadium, and Matt LaFleur noticed
Green Bay Packers fans took over SoFi Stadium to create homefield atmosphere in Los Angeles.
Tom Still: Manufacturing is a Wisconsin edge that needs to remain sharp
Adjusting to change is vital.
Where Packers coach Matt LaFleur says the team stands with its wayward wideout
The third-year receiver is putting his coach's philosophy on team dynamics to the test. Here's the latest from Green Bay after a one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team.






