Madison police, fire department say fire at Wisconsin Family Action office was arson
MADISON, Wis. -- Madison police and the Fire Department are investigating a fire at an office building on the city's north side that…
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Program gives Black families from Madison area opportunity to explore world of agriculture
VERONA, Wis. – A new urban triage program is planting seeds for positive change. Urban Triage’s Healthy Black Agriculture program is establishing its…
Exhibit at Madison College draws link between Black hair, injustice
MADISON, Wis. – A new Madison College art exhibit calls on people to explore the vast cultural history of Black hair and reimagine the world through…
Progress Center for Black Women launches F.O.C.U.S. program
On Sunday, The Progress Center for Black Women launched its inaugural F.O.C.U.S program.
'We should be preserved': Students frustrated with UW's decision to demolish longtime co-op building
With walls painted with history, the Zoe Bayliss Co-Op has stood for 67 years as a fixture on UW-Madison’s campus.
'Music for Ukraine' looks to help refugees fleeing war
JANESVILLE, Wis. -- As Ukrainian refugees flee from war in their country, Janesville residents gathered Saturday to support them. "Music for Ukraine" was a chance to share stories…
Beloit ordinance bans pet store animal sales
BELOIT, Wis. -- The city of Beloit has passed an ordinance banning the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in local pet stores. Despite not having any pet stores…
Storm spotter training held Wednesday at Madison College
MADISON, Wis. -- It's never too early to start making your severe weather safety plan. At Madison College on Wednesday, attendees of a Storm Spotter training heard from…
Center for Black Excellence and Culture project gets $1 million in federal funding
The recently-passed federal government funding bill will bring $1 million to Madison to help fund the planned Center for Black Excellence and Culture, local leaders announced Wednesday.
La Follette students walk out of class over potential removal of staff member
MADISON, Wis. -- Dozens of students at La Follette High School walked out of class Wednesday afternoon to protest the potential removal of…
Cleanup continues after EF-1 tornado, straight-line winds blow through Stoughton area
STOUGHTON, Wis. -- Cleanup efforts continue in the Stoughton area after an EF-1 tornado and straight-line winds caused significant damage earlier this month. Brian Piper…
Girl Scouts Day is back at the Capitol
Service, leadership, empowerment and deliciously sweet cookies are all key ingredients to the Girl Scouts’ long-lasting legacy.
Research in the Rotunda makes a comeback at Capitol
MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin State Capitol building buzzed with activity on Wednesday as dozens of excited and passionate UW System students gathered for…
Rallies supporting Ukraine continue outside Wisconsin State Capitol
Protest continued Sunday at the Wisconsin State Capitol against the war in Ukraine, but event organizers said that their message differs from that of the President and local lawmakers.
Paoli Winter Games bring fun for a good cause
Through rain and shine, Hop Garden Brewing and Taproom was the place to be Saturday.
UW-Madison panel confronts the challenges of Ukraine-Russia Conflict
UW Madison’s Center for Russia, East Europe and Central Asia hosted a panel Wednesday night on the Russian-Ukraine conflict to help members of the community better understand the conflict and it's impact beyond the two countries' borders.
Madison College wraps up Black Culinary Series
MADISON, Wis. -- Madison College cooked up some fun to celebrate Black History Month. The Yams and Sweet Potatoes: Black Culinary Series highlights Black cuisine that has influenced America…
Volunteer Sunday at Freewheel Bicycle Co. returns
Wheels were spinning Sunday at Madison Freewheel Bicycle Co., as volunteers gathered for their first Sunday Volunteer Day of 2022.
