Madison fire: Gas leak triggered by drilling into pipe while mounting TV
MADISON, Wis. — A gas leak occurred Thursday morning after Madison firefighters said an occupant mounted a television the night prior and accidentally drilled a hole in a gas pipe.
A new restaurant on the Square, tavern-style trends and ‘Good Things’
Editor's note: Below is the Thursday, Jan. 1, edition of The Corner Table, our weekly newsletter about the Madison dining scene. It's produced by Lindsay Christians and Beck Henreckson. If you want to receive it in your email inbox every Thursday (it's free!), subscribe at captimes.com/newsletters. Cook outside your...
Semi crashes into power pole on interstate, road closures lasting into the weekend
MCFARLAND, Wis. — A semi, which had been hauling food products, crashed into a power pole on the interstate in the Town of Pleasant Springs, causing lane closures expected to last into the weekend, the Cottage Grove Fire Department and the Wisconsin State Patrol DeForest Post said.
Evers delivering last State of the State Address as Wisconsin governor
MADISON, Wis. — Tony Evers is set to give his last State of the State Address in February, paving the way for the upcoming 47th Wisconsin governor.
Drone helps Madison police arrest 4 teens who stole car
MADISON, Wis. -- Madison police used a drone to spot four teens who allegedly stole a car on New Year's Eve.
Staff picks 2025: Latino Outdoors officially launches its first Wisconsin chapter in Madison
We’re looking back at some of our favorite stories from 2025. This story from back on Dec. 1 is one of Lupe Salmeron’s favorites. It wasn’t until adulthood that I realized how many outdoor activities are available in Wisconsin. Talking to one of the charters for the new Latino Outdoors Wisconsin Chapter made me...
Lake Mendota achieves ice-on status on New Year’s Day
MADISON, Wis. — What a perfect way to start 2026 by learning that the Wisconsin State Climatology Office confirmed Lake Mendota achieved "ice-on" status on the first day of the new year.
Luke Fickell’s latest hire is a head scratcher for more than one reason
After losing running backs coach Devon Spalding earlier this week to Michigan State, Luke Fickell and the Badgers have already filled the vacancy. According to
Photos: Madison College’s new Construction & Remodeling Facility
This past fall, Madison College’s Construction & Remodeling program moved into its new home. The $10.3 million, 30,000-square-foot facility at 1849 Wright St. is providing more space for instruction, enhanced tools, expanded course offerings and easier access to campus resources. The C&R program helps students gain...
WMTV power outage affecting broadcast
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - WMTV is experiencing a power outage impacting our broadcasting on NBC and WMTV channels. We are aware of the problem and have crews actively working to resolve the issue. As of just before 5 p.m., crews were still working toward finding a solution to the problem.
