Beagles removed from Wisconsin research lab after abuse allegations find new homes
ALEDO, Texas — Ten beagles removed from a breeding and research laboratory in Wisconsin arrived in North Texas and to be placed with foster families, a local animal rescue group said. Some or all of the dogs could be pregnant. The Saving Hope Rescue Ranch said it got a...
Firefighters respond to carbon monoxide alarm in Madison home
MADISON, Wis. — Firefighters responded to a north side home late Monday night after homeowners woke up to the sound of their carbon monoxide alarm and their dog barking.
Madison man sentenced to prison for possessing a firearm as a felon
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A Madison man has been sentenced to more than four years in prison after being caught with a firearm as a convicted felon. Marcus Brinkley, 23, was arrested during a controlled delivery of narcotics, officials said. Officers found a handgun in Brinkley’s hotel room, which he was not allowed to ha
Over 1,500 beagles rescued from Wisconsin facility where dogs were bred for animal testing
More than 1,500 beagles bred for animal testing are being moved out of Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin and sent to shelters and rescue groups across the country, according to reports by FOX 9’s Bryan Polcyn and WISN 12 News’ Emily Pofahl.
Rescued beagles are being prepared for adoption as more big names help advocate for...
WISCONSIN — More beagles from Ridglan Farms are one step closer to being fostered or adopted by Wisconsin families. Tuesday marked the second day in a row that animal shelters statewide, took some of the rescued dogs in. Wisconsin Humane Society locations in both Milwaukee and Green Bay had their first intake of beagle
UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin reflects on tenure
University of Wisconsin-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin reflected on her accomplishments leading the state’s flagship campus Monday while acknowledging what she calls a period of “significant challenge” during her four-year tenure. Mnookin’s last day on campus is Friday. She announced in January she would be leavin
Multiple downtown streets closing Thursday for Madison Night Market
MADISON, Wis. -- The Madison Night Market returns on Thursday, meaning the city will need to close some roads downtown to traffic to keep attendees safe.
Childcare providers, families strike in Waunakee during Day Without Childcare
State politicians, local childcare providers and parents went on strike in support for universal childcare.
New cohousing community forming in Madison
The Cap Times is an independent newsroom serving Madison and Wisconsin. Sign up for the Morning Update to receive news in your inbox each morning. Madison could see one of its more unique forms of housing — cohousing — expand as residents continue to wrestle with housing choice.
UW law clinic, Madison attorney recognized with statewide honors
MADISON, Wis. -- A UW law clinic and a Madison attorney earned special honors from the state.
