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Update: Evacuation ends after smoky tire fire at Beloit business, authorities say

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 12:00pm
Air quality monitoring done by the Wisconsin National Guard found no evidence that the air was harmful and those in the evacuation area were able to return home.

Republican-led committee votes down Tony Evers' pick for Wisconsin utility regulation commission

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 11:50am
Friday's vote sends the matter to the Republican-controlled state Senate, which has voted to oust several of the governor's appointments over recent years.

Exact Sciences asks FDA to approve 'Cologuard 2.0'

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 11:45am
A company developing a rival colon cancer test, which was sued by Exact Sciences in November over alleged patent infringement, has asked for a review of the patent.

Cashing in on controversy: 'Hot for Chancellor' beer sells out for 608 Brewing in La Crosse

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 11:15am
A beer poking fun at the controversy over fired UW-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow for publishing adult films with his wife was a hot seller for 608 Brewing Co.

SEC assistant to become Wisconsin football's next offensive line coach

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 10:28am
Wisconsin will bring on an assistant with SEC and Big Ten experience. Here's what to know about the Badgers' newest offensive line coach.

Bernard Cecil Cohen, former UW-Madison acting chancellor and noted political scientist, dies

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 9:50am
In a social media post, UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin remembered Bernard Cohen as "wise, funny and an excellent storyteller."

Sun Prairie West boys basketball edges Middleton amid coaching question

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 9:39am
While junior Chris Davis Jr. continued his torrid scoring, Isaac Dennis has coached the Big Eight leading Wolves the past two games in place of Chris Davis Sr.

9 Madison/WiscNews boys hockey players finding success scoring goals

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 9:13am
Scoring goals isn't easy. Some have attributes that allow them to find success hitting the back of the net. Here's 9 standouts.

Illinois Tollway I-PASS transponders will be replaced with stickers

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 9:10am
Tollway authorities said the new, sleeker payment method will be cheaper for the agency and drivers, and last as long as the vehicle’s windshield.

How to watch the Packers at the Cowboys in the NFC wild card round

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 8:37am
Green Bay will be looking to advance to the next round of the playoffs with a road win against Dallas. Here's how to watch, updated odds and more.

Polzin: Barry Alvarez 'fired up' over breakout of Cowboys tight end, former Wisconsin football star

Fri, 01/12/2024 - 7:50am
The former fourth-round pick will have one of his biggest supporters in attendance as his home state Packers visit for a NFL Wild Card game.

Jaire Alexander’s ‘freak’ ankle injury puts status in doubt heading into playoffs

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 5:10pm
Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander suffered an injury in Wednesday's practice.

Wisconsin Supreme Court rejects Republican motion to reconsider redistricting ruling

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 4:56pm
The court's affirmation of its December decision keeps the case on the fast track, with proposed legislative maps due Friday.

EV charging legislation passes state budget committee, would open door to $78 million in federal funds

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 4:30pm
The legislation will need to be passed and signed by March 31 in order to receive more than $78 million in federal funds already allocated to the state.

Wisconsin Public Service Commissioner to step down; new chair appointed

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 3:37pm
Commissioner Summer Strand, who Evers appointed to the commission last March, will take on the role of Public Service Commission chair.

Madison man arrested in armed road rage incident

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 3:20pm
The suspect, 27, was arrested on tentative charges of disorderly conduct while armed and carrying a concealed weapon.

Madison schools, other Dane County districts will close Friday

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 3:09pm
Barneveld, Waunakee, Cambridge, DeForest, Mount Horeb and Stoughton schools will also close, according to local TV stations.

Student arrested in La Follette High School battery case

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 2:50pm
The victim suffered "visible injuries."

Madison officials think incoming snowstorm may be deeper, drier and windier than Tuesday's

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 2:30pm
"Be slow, patient, alert, and safe," the city suggests. "And overall, make good choices."

Wisconsin Senate GOP leader says state-run medical marijuana dispensaries are a 'nonstarter'

Thu, 01/11/2024 - 1:40pm
Having state-run dispensaries for medical marijuana in Wisconsin as proposed by Assembly Republicans is a "nonstarter" in the Senate, but there's still the possibility of reaching a compromise that could pass, the Senate GOP leader said Thursday.

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