Sun Badger Solar founders charged in theft case; man says he lost $18K
Dane County prosecutors charged Sun Badger Solar founders Trevor Sumner and Kristopher Sipe after customers reported paying thousands for unfinished solar panel projects.
Dane County prosecutors charged Sun Badger Solar founders Trevor Sumner and Kristopher Sipe after customers reported paying thousands for unfinished solar panel projects.
Report: Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh stepping down for Big Ten role
Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh is reportedly stepping down to take a position with the Big Ten Conference, creating a major leadership opening for the Badgers in Madison.
Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh is reportedly stepping down to take a position with the Big Ten Conference, creating a major leadership opening for the Badgers in Madison.
UW-Madison research lab chemical investigation, employee arrested
A University of Wisconsin-Madison research lab employee was arrested for recklessly endangering safety after an investigation into a chemical incident.
A University of Wisconsin-Madison research lab employee was arrested for recklessly endangering safety after an investigation into a chemical incident.
Universities of Wisconsin regents questioned on president's firing
Fired UW System President Jay Rothman said he was blindsided by his firing. But on Thursday, April 9, two regents pushed back on that during a Senate hearing that was all about the ousting.
Fired UW System President Jay Rothman said he was blindsided by his firing. But on Thursday, April 9, two regents pushed back on that during a Senate hearing that was all about the ousting.
Universities of Wisconsin regents questioned on president's firing
Fired UW System President Jay Rothman says he was blindsided by his firing. But on Thursday, April 9, two regents pushed back on that during a Senate hearing that was all about the ousting.
Fired UW System President Jay Rothman says he was blindsided by his firing. But on Thursday, April 9, two regents pushed back on that during a Senate hearing that was all about the ousting.
Ridglan Farms activists plan return amid increased security measures
Animal rights activists plan to return to Ridglan Farms later this month as the breeder increased security and called on Congressman Mark Pocan for additional protection.
Animal rights activists plan to return to Ridglan Farms later this month as the breeder increased security and called on Congressman Mark Pocan for additional protection.
Ridglan Farms activists plan return amid increased security measures
Animal rights activists say they are planning another raid at Ridglan Farms later this month, prompting the controversial beagle breeder to increase security.
Animal rights activists say they are planning another raid at Ridglan Farms later this month, prompting the controversial beagle breeder to increase security.
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman told to resign or be fired
The president of the 25-campus Universities of Wisconsin, Jay Rothman, said that he’s been told to either resign or be fired, but has been given no reason and won’t step aside.
The president of the 25-campus Universities of Wisconsin, Jay Rothman, said that he’s been told to either resign or be fired, but has been given no reason and won’t step aside.
Freed Ridglan Farms beagles adjust; activists plan second raid
Twenty-two beagle puppies are scattered across the country, far from the facility that bred them to become science experiments. Animal rights groups call it a rescue. Ridglan Farms calls it a crime.
Twenty-two beagle puppies are scattered across the country, far from the facility that bred them to become science experiments. Animal rights groups call it a rescue. Ridglan Farms calls it a crime.
Ridglan Farms break-in, animal rights activists storm facility
Dozens of animal rights activists stormed Ridglan Farms, a controversial dog breeding facility west of Madison, on Sunday morning, March 15.
Dozens of animal rights activists stormed Ridglan Farms, a controversial dog breeding facility west of Madison, on Sunday morning, March 15.
Warm air Monday creates new record temps for Milwaukee, Madison
Milwaukee broke a record high for March 9, hitting 72 degrees. This is not only a record high for the date, but also the warmest since October 18, 2025.
Milwaukee broke a record high for March 9, hitting 72 degrees. This is not only a record high for the date, but also the warmest since October 18, 2025.
'Strongest Town Contest:' 3 Wisconsin cities vie for your vote
Three Wisconsin cities are among those competing for the "Strongest Town" title this year, and your vote could determine the winner.
Three Wisconsin cities are among those competing for the "Strongest Town" title this year, and your vote could determine the winner.
State of the State; Gov. Evers gives final address, talks surplus debate
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers delivered his final State of the State address on Tuesday, pressing lawmakers to reach a bipartisan deal on the $2.3 billion surplus and announcing a gerrymandering special session.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers delivered his final State of the State address on Tuesday, pressing lawmakers to reach a bipartisan deal on the $2.3 billion surplus and announcing a gerrymandering special session.
Animal rights group sues Ridglan Farms, seeking legal rights for beagles
An animal rights group is suing Ridglan Farms, asking a court to extend habeas corpus protections to beagles bred for research and arguing the dogs are unlawfully confined.
An animal rights group is suing Ridglan Farms, asking a court to extend habeas corpus protections to beagles bred for research and arguing the dogs are unlawfully confined.
Animal rights group sues Ridglan Farms
An animal rights group is suing Ridglan Farms, asking a court to treat thousands of beagles housed at the Dane County breeding facility as people under the law rather than property.
An animal rights group is suing Ridglan Farms, asking a court to treat thousands of beagles housed at the Dane County breeding facility as people under the law rather than property.
Dane County measles case confirmed in UW-Madison student
State and county health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a Dane County resident.
State and county health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a Dane County resident.
Madison carjacking: Vehicle into Lake Monona, suspect wanted
Madison police are looking for a man who they suspect of stealing a vehicle and driving it into Lake Monona on Thursday morning, Jan. 22.
Madison police are looking for a man who they suspect of stealing a vehicle and driving it into Lake Monona on Thursday morning, Jan. 22.
Wisconsin data centers; Assembly passes bill to place restrictions
Microsoft’s data center expansion in Racine County has sparked a debate in Madison, where lawmakers are split over a GOP bill aimed at regulating data centers and preventing higher utility costs.
Microsoft’s data center expansion in Racine County has sparked a debate in Madison, where lawmakers are split over a GOP bill aimed at regulating data centers and preventing higher utility costs.
Ridglan Farms under pressure; activists plan large-scale dog rescue
Animal rights activists say they may carry out a mass “open rescue" of dogs at Ridglan Farms, arguing animals remain at risk before the breeder surrenders its license by July 1.
Animal rights activists say they may carry out a mass “open rescue" of dogs at Ridglan Farms, arguing animals remain at risk before the breeder surrenders its license by July 1.
Minneapolis ICE shooting; Milwaukee Latino voices reflect divided views
The fatal Minneapolis ICE shooting prompted reactions in Milwaukee as Latino residents expressed divided views, county leaders discussed possible policy steps and advocacy groups planned a solidarity vigil.
The fatal Minneapolis ICE shooting prompted reactions in Milwaukee as Latino residents expressed divided views, county leaders discussed possible policy steps and advocacy groups planned a solidarity vigil.