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Wisconsin law decriminalizes use of testing strips for animal sedative linked to overdose deaths

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 12:19pm
Xylazine, a tranquilizer used in veterinary medicine, has been increasingly found in fentanyl and heroin. It has no taste or smell and increases the risk for overdose.

Wisconsin Supreme Court lets ruling stand that declared Amazon drivers to be employees

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 9:50am
That ruling found that drivers in the Amazon Flex program are a part of the state’s unemployment insurance system and entitled to jobless pay if they are laid off.

New restaurant coming to former Mr. Brews space on Madison's Far West Side

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 8:55am
"It's going to be a thematic experience," the owner said. "Well, of course, the food as well."

Faulty furnace results in 2 carbon monoxide calls at South Side apartment complex, authorities say

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 8:10am
A faulty furnace resulted in carbon monoxide calls Friday and Sunday at a South Side apartment complex, authorities reported.

Democratic Party targeting Dane County Board's only conservative in nonpartisan race

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 7:35am
"We'd like to send a message about what the Republican Party can expect here in Dane County come November," the chairperson of the Dane County Democratic Party said.

Treehouse resort planned at former Dawn Manor site in Wisconsin Dells

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 7:10am
The resort expansion will feature 21 luxury “treehouses” and 31 additional rental houses on the Lake Delton property.

Wisconsin school board races increasingly influenced by political parties and groups

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 7:05am
An analysis of partisan endorsements by Ballotpedia found that 261 partisan groups or individuals have endorsed 182 candidates running for nonpartisan school board seats in Wisconsin's April 2 election.

Eau Claire Leader-Telegram: The cheese stands alone in Wisconsin

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 7:00am
An old ad slogan said “It ain’t easy being cheesy.” We don’t think the mascot who said it was from Wisconsin.

Beer Baron: The tale of Karben4 has a sad, post-pandemic ring

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 6:45am
The last Beer Baron was a glimpse into how the sausage (this column) is made.

Madison brewery owner apologizes for game machine graffiti at Aftershock arcade

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 6:45am
Kyle Metz, owner of Black Rose Blending Co., apologized for the vandalism at Aftershock Classic Arcade Bar, citing mental health problems.

Locally owned Forage Kitchen continues to expand

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 6:00am
Building updates are underway and will include outdoor patio seating.

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst doesn't fear impending deal for this ascending player

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:35am
“I think the nice thing about having a guy in your building for the last four years,” Gutekunst said Monday, “is you absolutely know who he is.”

Worker dies after becoming trapped while cleaning western Wisconsin city's water tank, police say

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:30am
Carlos Medina, 30, of El Paso, Texas, died Saturday after becoming stuck in the city of Blair's water tank, the Trempealeau County Sheriff’s Office said.

Donald Trump's MAGA movement will fail without policy ideas -- Mark K. Allen

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:00am
Donald Trump and the "make America great again" movement have successfully captured the Republican Party. They've done this with no real agenda for our nation.

Access to contraception can stop unwanted pregnancies -- Audrey Pendergast

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:00am
The abortion topic is well covered in the news media.

State agent's shooting trial veers into grilling of victim on drug dealing, rap lyrics

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:00am
Quadren Wilson took the stand Tuesday afternoon and was grilled by a defense attorney about his life and criminal history.

Ed Wreh is best candidate to represent us on County Board -- Meghan Fessler

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:00am
Please mark your calendars for the upcoming April 2 election. Make plans to vote now and please join me in voting for Ed Wreh for Dane County Board.

Passing amendments will make voting harder in Wisconsin -- Karen Jackson

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:00am
Our April 2 ballot has two vaguely worded referendum questions about election administration. Both of these Republican-authored questions suggest changing our state constitution by placing firm restrictions on voting procedures.

Despots want us to doubt our democracy -- Karl Bier

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:00am
We are at least two generations removed from mass awareness of the true cost of freedom in America. It is the result of a prolonged period of relative peace on our soil, technological advances and unprecedented economic growth. There are…

Hungary's Viktor Orban isn't a role model for democratic leaders -- Lester Bruns

Tue, 03/26/2024 - 5:00am
The March 8 edition of the "PBS News Hour" included a segment about the visit of the prime minister of Hungary with presidential candidate Donald Trump.

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