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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice stalking case, Racine man gets probation

A Racine man who was criminally charged after he allegedly sent Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Jill Karofsky a series of intimidating emails, reached a plea deal with prosecutors and got probation.

Sade Robinson's mother backs bill addressing violence against Black women

A Wisconsin bill would create a task force to address violence against Black women and girls, with testimony from Sade Robinson’s mother and bipartisan support at the Capitol.

Madison school shooting; reflecting 1 year later

Abundant Life Christian School leaders reflected on the one-year anniversary of the Dec. 16 shooting, honoring victims, detailing ongoing healing and thanking the community for sustained support.

Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser escapes, group home neighbors react

Neighbors say they were unaware Morgan Geyser lived at a Madison group home before she cut off her GPS monitor and left, leading to her arrest in Illinois and a state move to revoke her conditional release.

Morgan Geyser escape; victim notification delay draws scrutiny

Morgan Geyser was arrested in Illinois after escaping her group home, but her victim’s family says they weren’t notified for about 14 hours, raising concerns about victims’ rights.

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Madison police say they did not know Morgan Geyser's escape from a group home for 11 ½ hours, and they did not hear about it from the state.

Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser found in Illinois

Authorities in Madison confirmed Morgan Geyser was taken into custody in Illinois on Sunday night, Nov. 23.

Madison school shooting; UW Health doctors reflect nearly 1 year later

UW Health doctors took time to reflect on their lifesaving response nearly a year after the fatal Madison school shooting, saying training and preparation helped save two critically injured students.

Report: Badgers’ struggles could cost Wisconsin hundreds of millions

From bad to worse, it’s no secret the Wisconsin Badgers football season hasn’t gone the way they hoped. Now, a new report suggests their downward spiral has a massive ripple effect.