Weekend Mornings: January 4, 2026
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UW experts explore public health vs. personal freedoms
University of Wisconsin-Madison Journalist in Residence Cassandra Willyard joined UW public health experts Lillie Williamson and Malia Jones on Oct. 21 for a discussion on reconciling public health policy with a cultural ethos in the United States that values individual freedoms. With public health policy debates...
With Crowd Chanting His Name, Braden Smith Silences Heckling Wisconsin Fans
After the game, Braden Smith revealed he caught flak from a few courtside Wisconsin fans during the game. He certainly quieted them with his performance.
Wisconsin just landed biggest transfer portal commit yet for Luke Fickell
Luke Fickell has landed his first big commitment of the transfer portal. A running back that will help immediately.
Madison PD: SWAT team, negotiators used in arrest of armed man experiencing mental health...
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Police officers spent hours on Saturday negotiating with an armed man barricaded inside a home on Madison’s near east side, the Madison Police Department said. Police were sent at about 4:10 p.m. to a house on Bay Ridge Drive after a man threatened his father...
No injuries reported in Madison garage fire
MADISON, Wis. -- No injuries were reported after a fire inside a detached garage on Madison's north side Friday night.
New Year’s resolutions drive surges at Madison businesses
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -Madison gyms and bookstores are experiencing a surge in customers as people commit to their 2026 New Year’s resolutions. At Supreme Health and Fitness in Madison, the beginning of January is bringing increased memberships. Group Exercise Director Luanne Vogel said the busy atmosphere creates...
Jefferson County drunk driving arrest; woman had 4 kids in vehicle
JOHNSON CREEK, Wis. - A 41-year-old Waterloo woman was arrested by Wisconsin State Patrol on Saturday, Jan. 3, for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence with four children in the vehicle under the age of 16. Drunk driving arrest. What we know:. Officials said around 3:15 p.m. Saturday...
Four teens arrested after stolen vehicle incident in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – Four teenagers were arrested Wednesday night after police say they stole a vehicle and ran from officers in Wisconsin. The Madison Police Department said an officer noticed a vehicle run a red light while responding to an unrelated call. When the officer attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle...
$1M donation advances plans for family life center on Madison’s south side
Plans for a new family life center aimed at expanding youth and family services in Madison are moving forward after MTZ Charitable Organization Inc. received a $1 million donation from Ascendium Education Group.
