Lifestyle
Film Students Struggle to Watch Full Movies, Professors Worry
Professors report students fidgeting, multitasking, and failing to finish assigned films, blaming a lifetime of short-form media consumption.
Madison Kiwanis honors Shawn Walsh as 2026 Citizen of the Year
Walsh recognized for his work as a librarian and community leader
UW-Madison Named Nation's No. 2 Best Public University by TIME
The University of Wisconsin-Madison ranks 20th overall globally in TIME's 2026 university rankings.
Business
Wisconsin Governor Demands Accountability After Burger King Franchises Accused of Widespread Child Labor Violations
State investigation finds over 1,600 violations affecting more than 600 minors at Burger King restaurants operated by Cave Enterprises Operations LLC.
Wisconsin Burger King Owner Ordered to Pay Teen Workers Back Wages
State investigation found nearly 2,000 child labor law violations at 105 franchises over two years.
Dairy Producers Gather for 2026 PDP Business Conference
Two-day event in Madison, Wisconsin offers educational sessions, hands-on learning, and previews of dairy research and technology.
Entertainment
Little Big Town to Headline 2026 AmFam Championship Concert
Country music fans and golf enthusiasts can look forward to a unique blend of entertainment at the American Family Insurance Championship event.
Film Students Struggle to Finish Movies as Attention Spans Decline
Professors report growing inability among students to stay engaged with feature-length films without reaching for their phones.
ZZ Top Announces 2026 'The Big One!' Tour
The legendary rock band will hit the road for a major U.S. tour in addition to their joint 'Dos Amigos Tour' with Dwight Yoakam.
Tech
NIST Grants $3M+ to Boost AI, Biotech, Semiconductors
Funding will support research and development in key emerging technologies
Wisconsin Prepares for AI-Enabled Future
Universities lead the charge to help state adapt to transformative technology
Madison, Wis. Pauses Data Center Development
City officials aim to review zoning rules and infrastructure demands before approving new large-scale projects.
Politics
Wisconsin Air National Guard to Hold F-35 Training in Madison
Nighttime training sessions scheduled for this week in the state capital.
Trump's Calls to 'Nationalize' Elections Spark Alarm Among State, Local Officials
Concerns grow over potential federal interference in state-run elections ahead of 2026 midterms
Trump Calls for Federal Control of Elections, Sparking Alarm Among State and Local Officials
Demands to 'nationalize' elections raise concerns about potential federal interference in state-run voting processes.
