One injured after crash causes fuel leak in Madison
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - One person was taken to the hospital on Thursday after a car crash that led to a fuel spill on Madison’s southwest side. Madison Fire Department said the crash between a semi truck and a Chevrolet Blazer happened around 3:30 p.m. Thursday near the intersection of Maple Grove Road and Prairie...
Madison police to increase traffic patrols in February
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Madison Police Department is increasing patrols this month focusing on Wisconsin’s alcohol, seatbelt, bicycle and pedestrian laws. The department is partnering with the Dane County Sheriff’s Office for the enforcement efforts. Officials said the patrols are funded through overtime traffic...
New Ladder Truck Goes Into Service on West Side
New Ladder 2 was placed into service on Thursday, February 12. It's a Pierce Enforcer 105-foot aerial ladder with a tandem rear axle configuration and a wheelbase of approximately 258.5 inches. It has a gross vehicle weight rating of approximately 74,800 pounds, providing the strength and stability required for...
February 12, 2002- Verona-Born Casey FitzRandolph wins Olympic gold in 500m speed skating
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - On this day, Feb. 12, 2002, Wisconsin’s own Casey FitzRandolph won gold in 500 meter speed skating at the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics. FitzRandolph is from Verona, and first laced up his skates at 3 years old. In 1997, he broke the speed skating...
Multiple Wisconsin Teenagers Apprehended After Hit & Run And Loaded Guns Discovered In Stolen...
Three Wisconsin teenagers, two of whom are juveniles, were arrested at 1 a.m. on Wednesday following a high-speed chase that critically wounded an uninvolved driver. According to the Monona Police Department, an officer observed a reckless motorist traveling at 105 mph at about 12:50 a.m. on Wednesday and attempted...
Health officials investigate new measles exposure at Madison hotel
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -Public Health Madison & Dane County is investigating a new measles exposure in Dane County. The exposure is not related to the confirmed case of measles reported last week. An out-of-state traveler who stayed the night at the Holiday Inn Express, 5150 High Crossing Blvd., Madison tested...
City of Madison Celebrates Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has officially declared February 16–20, 2026, as Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week. The City of Madison is proud to recognize the 65 crossing guards who faithfully serve at intersections throughout the city, helping students and families travel to and from...
Madison restaurant owner detained by ICE receives community support
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A Madison restaurant owner was detained by ICE in Chicago while returning home from Mexico, prompting community members to rally support for his business and family. Noel Quintana, who owns the downtown restaurant Señor Machetes, was detained at the O’Hare International Airport. Quintana was in...
‘Dementia village’ housing 65 residents in $40M fake town where they can have independence
A unique "dementia village" is coming to Wisconsin in 2027 boasting autonomy for residents with memory issues
Porta Bella closing later this month after 58 years
MADISON, Wis. — A beloved local restaurant that serves Italian cuisine is closing its doors for good later this month after 58 years.
