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MADISON, Wis. -- A pile of landscaping materials spontaneously combusted on Madison's north side Wednesday afternoon.

MADISON, Wis. -- Madison police on Thursday asked for help in identifying a suspect in an October 2025 shooting.

Dear Editor: I am writing to express my strong support for Chris Stoa for Cottage Grove village trustee. What stands out most about Chris isn’t just what he says; it’s what he does. Time and again, he shows up for our community in ways both big and small. Whether it’s volunteering to deliver meals to neighbors,...

MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 148 tweets. From anti-woke milkshakes to ICE in airports, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY OF THE WEEK: Markwayne Mullin...

As the weather gets warmer and the days grow longer, Madison residents and students may begin looking for the perfect place to enjoy a meal while soaking up the warm weather. After months of cold temperatures, patio dining offers a chance to enjoy some fresh air and take in some of the city’s best views. Whether...

A Dane County Sheriff’s Deputy conducting a seatbelt enforcement stop around 10:35 AM on March 25, 2026, pulled over a vehicle with no license plates. During the stop, deputies smelled marijuana and asked the driver to step out for a search. The passenger, Jeremiah J. Davis, 21, of Fitchburg, ran from the scene but...

MADISON, Wis. — Officials on Wednesday identified the pedestrian who died in a hit-and-run crash on Madison's east side Saturday night.

The Madison Police Department has added two more dates for presentations covering a person's rights during assemblies and demonstrations. One is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25. It will be held at Central Library in Room 301 (201 W. Mifflin St.) starting at 6 p.m. Then on March 30, officers in...

On Monday, March 23, a Madison teen was formally charged in connection with the December 2025 homicide in Fitchburg. According to a Fitchburg Police Department news release, on December 23, officers responded to the 2700 block of Pheasant Ridge Trail for a reported shooting and a victim down. Officers located a...

Madison Police are expecting 20,000 people downtown on Saturday as part of a "No Kings" Rally happening nationwide.