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The Verona boys hockey team is under investigation by the Verona Area School District. Here's what we know and the program's immediate response.
Verona Area School District launches investigation into boys hockey program
The Verona boys hockey team is under investigation by the Verona Area School District. Here's what we know and the program's immediate response.
madison.com
January 17, 2026 at 2:25 AM
The Verona boys hockey team is under investigation by the Verona Area School District. Here's what we know and the program's immediate response.
Thousands of people have been observing the activities of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol officers.
Judge: Immigration agents in Minneapolis can't detain, tear gas peaceful protesters
Thousands of people have been observing the activities of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol officers.
madison.com
January 17, 2026 at 2:10 AM
Thousands of people have been observing the activities of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol officers.
The assault in the waning days of Camp Shalom was reported to Dane County child protective services, which found the allegation “credible and substantiated,” according to a statement.
Adult Camp Shalom counselor accused of sexually assaulting underage camper; Jewish Federation leaders resign
The assault in the waning days of Camp Shalom was reported to Dane County child protective services, which found the allegation “credible and substantiated,” according to a statement.
madison.com
January 16, 2026 at 10:29 PM
The assault in the waning days of Camp Shalom was reported to Dane County child protective services, which found the allegation “credible and substantiated,” according to a statement.
Intense Snow Showers Bringing Low Visibility and Gusty Winds in South Central Wisconsin
Special Weather Statement until FRI 6:00 PM CST
Intense Snow Showers Bringing Low Visibility and Gusty Winds in South Central Wisconsin
madison.com
January 16, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Intense Snow Showers Bringing Low Visibility and Gusty Winds in South Central Wisconsin
The expanded no-parking zone runs from 4-6 p.m. and is meant to keep traffic moving as drivers began avoiding John Nolen Drive.
Watch where you park on South Park Street, as tow-away zone has been expanded
The expanded no-parking zone runs from 4-6 p.m. and is meant to keep traffic moving as drivers began avoiding John Nolen Drive.
madison.com
January 16, 2026 at 8:05 PM
The expanded no-parking zone runs from 4-6 p.m. and is meant to keep traffic moving as drivers began avoiding John Nolen Drive.
With more than half a year to go until the August primary, millions of dollars are already flowing in to Wisconsin’s open race for governor this fall.
Governor candidates Tiffany, Crowley lead in fundraising
With more than half a year to go until the August primary, millions of dollars are already flowing in to Wisconsin’s open race for governor this fall.
madison.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:58 PM
With more than half a year to go until the August primary, millions of dollars are already flowing in to Wisconsin’s open race for governor this fall.
There are many opportunities to honor the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday in the Madison area.
Here are MLK Day events in the Madison area
There are many opportunities to honor the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday in the Madison area.
madison.com
January 16, 2026 at 1:33 PM
There are many opportunities to honor the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday in the Madison area.
Domon T. Goodwan, 22, of Madison, is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the murder of Kyesha Miller in a parking lot at the Harmony at Grandview Commons.
5th person charged in fatal shooting of Kyesha Miller, 15, at the Harmony in 2023
Domon T. Goodwan, 22, of Madison, is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the murder of Kyesha Miller in a parking lot at the Harmony at Grandview Commons.
madison.com
January 16, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Domon T. Goodwan, 22, of Madison, is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the murder of Kyesha Miller in a parking lot at the Harmony at Grandview Commons.
See live traffic conditions as a long-duration snow event was keeping road crews and law enforcement busy across much of southern Wisconsin on Friday.
See live traffic conditions in the Madison area as snow continues Friday
See live traffic conditions as a long-duration snow event was keeping road crews and law enforcement busy across much of southern Wisconsin on Friday.
madison.com
January 16, 2026 at 11:29 AM
See live traffic conditions as a long-duration snow event was keeping road crews and law enforcement busy across much of southern Wisconsin on Friday.
Madison College says 42% of its students are also parents, and its new South Side helps alleviate a long wait list at the Truax campus.
Take a first look at MATC’s new child care center at the Goodman South campus
Madison College says 42% of its students are also parents, and its new South Side helps alleviate a long wait list at the Truax campus.
madison.com
January 15, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Madison College says 42% of its students are also parents, and its new South Side helps alleviate a long wait list at the Truax campus.
A Georgia developer is proposing to demolish the building and three others Downtown to make way for a 16-story student apartment building.
Eyed for demolition, Madison’s distinctive Master Hall deemed potential landmark
A Georgia developer is proposing to demolish the building and three others Downtown to make way for a 16-story student apartment building.
madison.com
January 15, 2026 at 9:50 PM
A Georgia developer is proposing to demolish the building and three others Downtown to make way for a 16-story student apartment building.
The first seatings are Jan. 30. There have already been multiple reservations for Valentine's Day.
MMoCA is taking reservations for its rooftop domes
The first seatings are Jan. 30. There have already been multiple reservations for Valentine's Day.
madison.com
January 15, 2026 at 6:05 PM
The first seatings are Jan. 30. There have already been multiple reservations for Valentine's Day.
The whiplash has caused uncertainty among groups that had already budgeted for the money.
In 24 hours, Feds cancel, then reinstate $2 billion in mental health grants
The whiplash has caused uncertainty among groups that had already budgeted for the money.
madison.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:50 PM
The whiplash has caused uncertainty among groups that had already budgeted for the money.
Providing additional funding and staff for Illinois jails to handle inmates' medical needs has been a challenge at the state and federal level.
Nearly 100 deaths in one state's jails over 4 years. How many could have been saved?
Providing additional funding and staff for Illinois jails to handle inmates' medical needs has been a challenge at the state and federal level.
madison.com
January 15, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Providing additional funding and staff for Illinois jails to handle inmates' medical needs has been a challenge at the state and federal level.
Two Republicans flipped under pressure from Trump, and Vice President JD Vance had to break a 50-50 deadlock.
Senate Republicans defeat Venezuela war powers resolution
Two Republicans flipped under pressure from Trump, and Vice President JD Vance had to break a 50-50 deadlock.
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 11:56 PM
Two Republicans flipped under pressure from Trump, and Vice President JD Vance had to break a 50-50 deadlock.
The Young America’s Foundation alleges UW-Madison is offering at least 22 illegal race-based scholarships.
Conservative student group files federal civil rights complaint against UW-Madison
The Young America’s Foundation alleges UW-Madison is offering at least 22 illegal race-based scholarships.
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 9:51 PM
The Young America’s Foundation alleges UW-Madison is offering at least 22 illegal race-based scholarships.
On the morning of Dec. 16, 2024, a 15-year-old student at the school, Natalie Rupnow, shot a teacher and a fellow student to death and wounded six others before turning
Madison police request outside review of response to school shooting
On the morning of Dec. 16, 2024, a 15-year-old student at the school, Natalie Rupnow, shot a teacher and a fellow student to death and wounded six others before turning
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 8:06 PM
On the morning of Dec. 16, 2024, a 15-year-old student at the school, Natalie Rupnow, shot a teacher and a fellow student to death and wounded six others before turning
Epic and other health care entities say companies accessed patient data to sell it to law firms looking for potential claimants for class-action lawsuits.
Epic’s lawsuit accuses companies of fraudulently accessing, selling patient records
Epic and other health care entities say companies accessed patient data to sell it to law firms looking for potential claimants for class-action lawsuits.
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Epic and other health care entities say companies accessed patient data to sell it to law firms looking for potential claimants for class-action lawsuits.
"He was just an all-around good guy," said his son, Little John, who opened LJ's Sports Tavern & Grill on the ground floor of the Galaxie building on East Washington
John Kavanaugh, longtime owner of The Esquire Club restaurant, dies at 76
"He was just an all-around good guy," said his son, Little John, who opened LJ's Sports Tavern & Grill on the ground floor of the Galaxie building on East Washington
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 4:05 PM
"He was just an all-around good guy," said his son, Little John, who opened LJ's Sports Tavern & Grill on the ground floor of the Galaxie building on East Washington
The state plans could lead to the expansion of flex and general purpose lanes on the Beltline, and the potential disruption to neighborhoods on the South and West sides.
Madison lawmakers oppose state DOT’s Beltline expansion plans
The state plans could lead to the expansion of flex and general purpose lanes on the Beltline, and the potential disruption to neighborhoods on the South and West sides.
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:55 PM
The state plans could lead to the expansion of flex and general purpose lanes on the Beltline, and the potential disruption to neighborhoods on the South and West sides.
Pregnant and postpartum detainees in Illinois jails now receive added protections, including nutrition support, restraint limits and longer recovery periods.
What does Illinois law require for pregnant detainees?
Pregnant and postpartum detainees in Illinois jails now receive added protections, including nutrition support, restraint limits and longer recovery periods.
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Pregnant and postpartum detainees in Illinois jails now receive added protections, including nutrition support, restraint limits and longer recovery periods.
“When I get booed, I boo back,” Antetokounmpo said after Minnesota routed the Bucks 139-106 in Milwaukee on Tuesday night. “I’ve been doing it all season.”
Giannis Antetokounmpo responds with boos of his own after crowd jeers Bucks during lopsided loss
“When I get booed, I boo back,” Antetokounmpo said after Minnesota routed the Bucks 139-106 in Milwaukee on Tuesday night. “I’ve been doing it all season.”
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:25 PM
“When I get booed, I boo back,” Antetokounmpo said after Minnesota routed the Bucks 139-106 in Milwaukee on Tuesday night. “I’ve been doing it all season.”
Severe Wind and Snow Limiting Visibility This Morning
Special Weather Statement until WED 9:00 AM CST
Severe Wind and Snow Limiting Visibility This Morning
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:10 PM
Severe Wind and Snow Limiting Visibility This Morning
From delayed hospital trips to limited nutrition, former detainees describe gaps in pregnancy care inside Illinois county jails.
Pregnant in jail: Practices putting women, their unborn children at risk
From delayed hospital trips to limited nutrition, former detainees describe gaps in pregnancy care inside Illinois county jails.
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 12:45 PM
From delayed hospital trips to limited nutrition, former detainees describe gaps in pregnancy care inside Illinois county jails.
See live traffic conditions in the Madison area as light snow and strong winds move through.
See live traffic conditions in the Madison area as blustery snowstorm moves through
See live traffic conditions in the Madison area as light snow and strong winds move through.
madison.com
January 14, 2026 at 12:30 PM
See live traffic conditions in the Madison area as light snow and strong winds move through.