UW System gets budget boost, but faculty face increased teaching requirements
MADISON, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin System will receive its largest funding increase in recent years, but the additional money comes with mandatory teaching requirements that have faculty questioning the impact on research and academic quality. Wisconsin's bipartisan state budget, signed by Gov. Tony Evers in...
The Xavier Lucas drama takes another turn, this time with Miami filing a motion
Pete Nakos of On3.com reports that Miami is filing a motion to dismiss the case against them as it pertains to Xavier Lucas.
12-year-old dies in Columbia County after UTV rollover
Fans got to meet the people behind their favorite TV shows, video games, comics, and tabletop games. Human remains found in manure pit in Town of Sun Prairie. A death investigation is underway in Dane County after human remains were discovered in a manure pit in the Town of Sun Prairie.
Verona Area High School hosting 2nd annual community block party
VERONA, Wis. — Verona Area High School is inviting community members to attend the school's second annual Back to School Block Party on Aug. 24, allowing the public to connect with others in a social setting.
Madison Fire: Hot water heater activates apartment complex’s carbon monoxide alarm
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A hot water heater in an apartment complex on Madison’s south side caused a carbon monoxide alarm to go off, forcing residents to evacuate on Wednesday, the city’s fire department reported on Friday. According to the Madison Fire Department, firefighters responded around 11:30 p.m....
WI Barrel Company to Host Grand Opening
The Wisconsin Barrel Company–one of Lodi’s newest businesses–will be hosting a grand opening on August 16th from 10am to 4pm. The Wisconsin Barrel Company is run by Dustin Coyle, and includes his brother Devin and father Dave (who “retired into the business”). They’ve been in business since 2017 when they started...
The Best Beignets In Wisconsin Are Hiding Inside This Tiny BBQ Joint
You might not expect to find pillowy, powdered sugar-dusted pieces of heaven at a barbecue joint in Madison, but Smoky Jon’s #1 BBQ is full of delicious surprises that go well beyond their famous ribs. Wisconsin isn’t exactly known as beignet country – we typically leave those deep-fried delights...
Madison Police and Community Strengthen Bonds at National Night Out Gathering
Madison's National Night Out has brought the community and local law enforcement together in a show of unity and mutual understanding. This week's event, taking place at various locations across the city including a sizable gathering at Warner Park, has seen the Madison Police Department interact with citizens...
Madison to Milwaukee: Dangerous I-94 Storm Threat From 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. Sunday...
Milwaukee, Wis. – Drivers along I-94 from Madison to Milwaukee face hazardous travel conditions tonight as storms redevelop and move through the corridor until at least 3 a.m. Sunday. The National Weather Service warns of heavy rain, lightning, and localized flooding, with gusty winds possible. According to the...
Your guide to Madison Black Restaurant Week (Aug. 10-17)
Madison Black Restaurant Week returns for its 10th year this coming week with a slew of participating eateries to choose from between August 10-17. This year, 33 restaurants around Dane County are part of the nation’s first Black Restaurant Week started by the Madison Black Chamber of Commerce. With only a week, it...