Fat Jack’s celebrates 40 years of good memories and better barbecue
This January, Monona Drive’s Fat Jack’s Barbeque celebrated its 40th anniversary. Owners Mary and Dan Baryenbruch have been married for almost as long. “We’ve seen the restaurant scene change a lot,” Mary Baryenbruch said. “When we started, it was just us and Smoky Jon’s No. 1 Barbecue doing most of the smoked food...
Jefferson County family warns others about lead hazards in rental homes
A Jefferson County family is warning others about the dangers of lead paint in rental homes after both a father and his young son tested positive for elevated blood lead levels.
Before Wisconsin existed, this underground classroom was taking shape
BLUE MOUNDS, Wis. (WMTV) - Long before Wisconsin became a state, water was already shaping what would become one of its most enduring classrooms. Cave of the Mounds, a National Natural Landmark just west of Madison, has welcomed millions of students underground since opening to the public in 1940 — turning geology...
Dane Co. Sheriff’s Office deploys drones in response to 2 weekend incidents
MADISON, Wis. — The Dane County Sheriff's Office uses drones during potentially life-saving calls, including two incidents in a single overnight shift over the weekend.
FBI investigation underway on Madison’s north side
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - An FBI investigation is underway on Madison’s north side Tuesday morning. According to the Madison Police Department, the FBI and the Dane County Narcotics Task Force served several search warrants around 6 a.m. in the 3700 block of West Karstens Drive, just off of Troy Drive.
Local Insurance Agent Charged in Domestic Violence Case
(WINDSOR) A former Beaver Dam insurance agent faces criminal charges after a domestic incident last month. Dane County court records show Mason Gunderson made an initial appearance on Jan. 22 on charges of Criminal Damage to Property and Criminal Trespass to a dwelling with Domestic Abuse modifiers. Gunderson faces...
Yahara River dredging project threatens prehistoric structure near McFarland
TOWN OF DUNN — The Dyreson Bridge over the Yahara River here is one of the oldest in the state. Dave Barton stands near the Dyreson Bridge in the town of Dunn. The bridge spans the Yahara River where Dane County plans to continue dredging work this spring. In...
Wisconsin lawmakers react to fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
MADISON, Wis. (Gray) - Wisconsin’s congressional delegation is reacting to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse killed by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis over the weekend. While overall responses are split along party lines, there are growing, bipartisan calls for a deeper investigation.
Kelly Sheffield’s quote suggests Wisconsin Volleyball isn’t done adding to the roster
There may be another addition coming for the Wisconsin volleyball team, and there needs to be at least one more.
Cottage Grove mother advocates for caregiver rights
COTTAGE GROVE, Wis. — One in four American adults are caregivers, according to AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving. Of those caregivers, 4 million are caring for children under 18 with an illness or disability. Katie Moureau is a mother to five boys. Three of them require additional...

















