Starbucks Baristas Practice Rallying in 60 Cities Ahead of Potential Strike
On Nov. 1, about two dozen people marched in front of a Starbucks location on State Street in Madison, Wis. They chanted union calls while holding signs that read “NO CONTRACT! NO COFFEE!”. This was just one in a series of practice pickets held at 70 Starbucks stores across...
AI threatens millions of jobs as automation accelerates across industries
MADISON, Wis. — Artificial intelligence integration into everyday life continues to accelerate, from ChatGPT conversations to AI-powered audiobook narrators, raising serious concerns about widespread job displacement across multiple industries. The technology's rapid adoption rate surpasses all historical precedents....
Missing Madison man found deceased on city’s west side
MADISON, Wis. -- David Wells, who was last seen on Tuesday, has been found deceased on Madison's west side, according to the Madison Police Department.
61-year-old in Wisconsin arrested for alleged retail theft, spit on employee & police officer
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – A 61-year-old man in Wisconsin was arrested after he reportedly stole from a business and spat on an employee in the process and then at an arresting officer. The Madison Police Department reported that officers were sent around 7:19 p.m. to a business on North Broom Street for a disturbance...
Ridglan Farms vet’s suspension upheld, disciplinary case continues
MADISON, Wis. - The veterinarian in charge of a controversial Wisconsin dog breeding farm will remain suspended – at least for now. A hearing Wednesday centered on Dr. Rick Van Domelen, the facility manager at Ridglan Farms. After a full day of testimony, Judge Angela Roy upheld the emergency suspension while his...
Prayers For DeForest, Wisconsin Black Belt Karateka, Ariel Spillner’s Parents, James and Hope, Who...
Ariel Spillner was fatally shot in Milwaukee, a heartbreaking incident that left her parents and community in shock. She was tragically killed in a double shooting on Milwaukee’s north side around 9:40 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, near 39th Street and Lancaster Avenue. Police responded to the scene...
St. Bernard Church installs new bells as cathedral renovations continue
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - St. Bernard Church’s new cathedral marked a special milestone on Wednesday as crews installed bells. Crews used a crane to lift the 27,000-pound bells into the cathedral’s bell tower. Since 2023, the century old church on Madison’s east side has been undergoing renovations.
Sealed Cans on University Ave: Candy Cloud – Madison pours photogenic drinks steps from...
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Downtown’s newest specialty drink bar, Candy Cloud – Madison, is now pouring at 638 University Ave, just off campus and State Street. The lure is clear: sealed‑in‑can coffees, boba, smoothies, and soft‑serve pairings designed to be as camera‑ready as they...
City of Madison hits its goal for food scrap donations
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The City of Madison hit their yearly goal for food scrap donations, officials announced Tuesday. Community members had two options for food scrap donation—at the three Madison farmers’ market locations, or at a Dane County Scrap Stop. While the farmers’ market donation time has...
Uninvited Visitor: Security Concerns at Morgridge After Hours
A recent incident at Morgridge has raised concerns about security after hours. A student reported on social media that they had noticed a man lurking outside the building around 10pm. The man appeared to be waiting for the student to leave before he made his move to enter the building. The student, who had to leave...
