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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 29m

Even those who aren't into chicken wings will find a lot to like. Don't neglect to order dessert.

Restaurant review: It took 2½ years, but Baked Wings & Things gets a lot right

Even those who aren't into chicken wings will find a lot to like. Don't neglect to order dessert.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1h

Closures start next week on John Nolen Drive, the thoroughfare linking Downtown Madison and the Beltline. Here’s what will change and what you can expect.

Everything you need to know about the John Nolen Drive reconstruction coming Monday

Closures start next week on John Nolen Drive, the thoroughfare linking Downtown Madison and the Beltline. Here’s what will change and what you can expect.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 11h

CHICAGO — The Milwaukee Brewers will have to wait at least one more day before punching their ticket to the National League Championship Series.

Instant analysis from the Cubs’ Game 3 victory over the Brewers in the NLDS

CHICAGO — The Milwaukee Brewers will have to wait at least one more day before punching their ticket to the National League Championship Series.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 12h

Israel and Hamas agreed to the "first phase" of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

Israel, Hamas agree to 'first phase' of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says

Israel and Hamas agreed to the "first phase" of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 14h

A county committee will discuss proposed parking rate hikes at the Dane County Regional Airport.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 15h

Fellows, who don’t apply for the award, receive $800,000 paid out over five years, for any use.

2 UW-Madison professors named MacArthur Foundation ‘genius’ fellows

Fellows, who don’t apply for the award, receive $800,000 paid out over five years, for any use.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 17h

At 10:45 a.m., a contractor struck a gas line in the area of West Main Street and Walker Way — the 1330 block of West Main Street.

Natural gas leak causes evacuation of elementary school, businesses, homes in Sun Prairie

At 10:45 a.m., a contractor struck a gas line in the area of West Main Street and Walker Way — the 1330 block of West Main Street.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 21h

Former FBI Director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to lying to Congress five years ago. The case has amplified concerns Trump's Justice Department is being weaponized.

Comey pleads not guilty to Trump Justice Department case accusing him of lying to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to lying to Congress five years ago. The case has amplified concerns Trump's Justice Department is being weaponized.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 23h

Considered the deadliest fire in United States history, the wind-whipped blaze turned every building in the community to ash and destroyed 16 other towns.

Photos: Remembering the 1871 Peshtigo Fire

Considered the deadliest fire in United States history, the wind-whipped blaze turned every building in the community to ash and destroyed 16 other towns.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

The popular restaurant specializing in breakfast is opening a restaurant on Madison's West Side, which will be its fourth.

Golden Nest Pancakes & Cafe opening Madison restaurant

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

As peaceful and quiet days carry on in Portland, President Donald Trump continues to assert that the city is a “never-ending disaster.”

Is President Trump right when he calls Portland war-ravaged?

As peaceful and quiet days carry on in Portland, President Donald Trump continues to assert that the city is a “never-ending disaster.”

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

Police are actively investigating a shooting that took place on Madison’s East Side.

Police respond to shots fired on Madison’s East Side

Police are actively investigating a shooting that took place on Madison’s East Side.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

Dan and Mary Beth Lamb, of Sheboygan, spend time with their grandson, Conor Lamb, 4, of Madison, Monday at the observation tower during a visit to Lake Farm County Park.

Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

In 2026, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is proposing support for a new homeless shelter, library and ambulance — and Madison’s smallest property tax increase in decades.

A year after $22 million referendum, mayor’s budget calls for modest changes

In 2026, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is proposing support for a new homeless shelter, library and ambulance — and Madison’s smallest property tax increase in decades.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

Whether they were born in Madison or began their careers here, here are 10 people who have made a significant mark on the world and how this city molded them.

10 famous Madisonians and how they made their mark on the world

Whether they were born in Madison or began their careers here, here are 10 people who have made a significant mark on the world and how this city molded them.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

No injuries were reported in the gunfire on the South Side about 10:50 p.m. Monday, Madison police reported.

2 in custody, gun recovered after vehicle hit in gunfire in area of Beltline, South Towne Drive

No injuries were reported in the gunfire on the South Side about 10:50 p.m. Monday, Madison police reported.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

Josh Kaul would have been the de facto front-runner had he joined the race to replace retiring Gov. Tony Evers, given his large base of support and two statewide victories.

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul will run for re-election, not governor

Josh Kaul would have been the de facto front-runner had he joined the race to replace retiring Gov. Tony Evers, given his large base of support and two statewide victories.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

UW Health may take charge of clinics across Dodge county under a proposed deal with the Marshfield Clinic Health System.

UW Health in talks with Marshfield Clinic over future of Beaver Dam hospitals and clinics

UW Health may take charge of clinics across Dodge county under a proposed deal with the Marshfield Clinic Health System.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

Driving a Wienermobile around the country is an unusual way to spend a year. These hotdoggers say it's a blast.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

About a year ago, the cooks behind the Wisconsin Badgers concession stands learned that the brats they'd been serving were being discontinued. Here's how they worked to find new brats.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

Sun Prairie police believe a shooting occurred between two vehicles that fled the area prior to officers arriving.

Person shows up at hospital with gunshot wound after gunfire reported in Sun Prairie

Sun Prairie police believe a shooting occurred between two vehicles that fled the area prior to officers arriving.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 1d

Gabriela Martinez said in a GoFundMe post that Samy has been at American Family Children’s Hospital, where she and her husband have been with him seven days a week, "praying

Abundant Life mom gives update on her hospitalized son’s recovery

Gabriela Martinez said in a GoFundMe post that Samy has been at American Family Children’s Hospital, where she and her husband have been with him seven days a week, "praying

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 2d

Rookie right-hander Jacob Misiorowski has electric stuff but sometimes struggles with composure. He had exactly the right balance in NLDS Game 2 win over Cubs.

Polzin: Miz brought the heat and stayed cool, the perfect combo for Brewers

Rookie right-hander Jacob Misiorowski has electric stuff but sometimes struggles with composure. He had exactly the right balance in NLDS Game 2 win over Cubs.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 2d

The Badgers nabbed a fourth in-state commitment under new coach Robin Pingeton, with the latest coming from just miles away from the Kohl Center. Here's who is joining the Badgers.

Wisconsin women's basketball lands commitment from Madison area star

The Badgers nabbed a fourth in-state commitment under new coach Robin Pingeton, with the latest coming from just miles away from the Kohl Center. Here's who is joining the Badgers.

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Wisconsin State Journal @madison.com · 2d

A prosecutor said Monday that an hour after the crash, testing found the driver's blood alcohol content was 0.266%, well over the 0.08 limit for driving.

Madison bar manager gets 8 years in prison for fatal drunken-driving crash

A prosecutor said Monday that an hour after the crash, testing found the driver's blood alcohol content was 0.266%, well over the 0.08 limit for driving.

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