Health
Madison Fire Department Honors 'Community Hero' for Lifesaving CPR
Miriam Navin's quick action helped save a life at a local coffee shop.
Wisconsin to Open First 'Dementia Village' in the US
The $40 million project in Fitchburg will feature small-scale homes and community amenities for about 65 residents with dementia.
Wisconsin to Begin Newborn Screening for Rare Krabbe Disease
State becomes 20th to test for fatal disorder that requires early treatment
Lifestyle
Normal Human, Saint Cat Exhibit Opens in Madison
New art show features whimsical paintings of cats and their human companions.
Madison Homeless Shelters Hit Record Numbers as Dane County Faces Federal Housing Cut
Officials brace for potential loss of 150 local households’ housing assistance
Northeast Wisconsin Schools Showcase Skills at SkillsUSA Competition
28 schools from the region competed in welding, robotics, engineering, and more at Fox Valley Technical College
Sports
Michigan State Faces Ohio State in Key Basketball Matchup
Spartans look to bounce back after loss to Wisconsin in Big Ten showdown
Madison Girls Basketball Dominates Chardon in Sectional Final
Blue Streaks hit 13 3-pointers to defeat Hilltoppers and advance in tournament
No. 24 Wisconsin Defeats Iowa 84-71 Behind Boyd and Winter
Badgers bounce back from loss to Ohio State with strong second-half performance
Politics
Democratic Favorability Lags After 2024 Election
New poll shows ongoing challenges for Democrats despite recent gains
Air Wisconsin Shifts Focus to ICE Deportation Flights
The regional airline now plays a key role in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, flying between detention centers.
Wisconsin Gov. Evers Urges Lawmakers to Work Through Election Year
Evers calls for state legislature to remain in session until end of 2026 in final State of the State address.
Business
Exact Sciences Stockholders Approve Acquisition by Abbott
The $105 per share deal is expected to close in Q2 2026.
Exact Sciences reports record Q4 and full-year 2025 results
The cancer screening and diagnostics company saw strong growth across its portfolio.
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.
