UW-Madison Chancellor Mnookin is leaving after 4 years. Here’s what she says went right — and what didn...
Mnookin, who became chancellor in 2022, leaves UW-Madison on May 16 to take the helm at Columbia University.
May 12, 2026Open source
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Wisconsin State Patrol arrests man for 11th OWI offense in Columbia County
The Wisconsin State Patrol arrested a Winnebago man for allegedly driving under the influence, 11th offense.
May 11, 2026Open source
Milwaukee man accused of attacking physician's assistant at Columbia St. Mary's Hosptial
Kenneth Flagg, 36, is charged with battery to a healthcare provider or family, use of a dangerous weapon, and substantial battery, use of a dangerous weapon.
May 6, 2026Open source
Healthcare worker attacked, seriously injured in Milwaukee
Milwaukee police say a 36-year-old man was arrested for attacking a healthcare worker near Columbia St. Mary's Hospital.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Woman seriously injured in Fillmore County motorcycle crash Saturday
Linnea Birgitta Rice, 53, of Galesville, Wisconsin, was transported to Mayo Clinic Hospital-Saint Marys with life-threatening injuries.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Humidity Returns With Widespread Rain Monday, Summer Heat Builds Midweek
Southern Wisconsin will transition from a relatively comfortable weekend to a humid, unsettled start to the week, followed by potentially hot conditions and...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Superior refinery shuts down unit that removes harmful emissions
The Cenovus oil refinery in Superior has shut down a unit that treats and removes hydrogen sulfide gas due to a small leak, according to the Wisconsin Depart...
Jun 6, 2026Open source
Tom Still: These ‘moonshots’ are grounded in engineering know-how
Devesh Ranjan, dean of UW-Madison’s College of Engineering, has embraced linking engineering’s various disciplines to tackling problems in Wisconsin, the...
May 12, 2026Open source
UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin reflects on tenure
UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin reflected on her accomplishments leading the state’s flagship campus while acknowledging what she calls a period of...
May 12, 2026Open source
Built to lie low in the water, Superior’s SS Meteor still stands out after 130 years
A ship that’s been part of Superior’s history since 1896 is celebrating a birthday and welcoming everyone aboard — though it isn’t sailing anywhere.
May 12, 2026Open source
Sunshine Today, Rain Likely Tuesday
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - South central Wisconsin is currently navigating a period of atmospheric transition as air masses of varying origins converge over the...
May 11, 2026Open source
Numbers to know from the Brewers' three-game sweep over the Yankees
Both Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn returned to the Brewers lineup this week to face the St. Louis Cardinals. Taylor Bretl looks at the impact that both o...
May 11, 2026Open source
Uncle Wolfie’s Downtown Is Crazily Creative
Lovely interior and a unique brunch menu with delicious, filling dishes.
May 9, 2026Open source
UW-Superior chancellor named interim UW president
An interim leader is about to take the reins of the Universities of Wisconsin just over a month after President Jay Rothman was fired.
May 8, 2026Open source
Universities of Wisconsin taps Superior chancellor to temporarily lead
The Universities of Wisconsin new interim president represents the Northland.
May 8, 2026Open source
After month-long vacancy, UW-Superior chancellor named interim president of UW system
Wachter has served as the 10th chancellor of UW-Superior since 2011, making her the longest-serving chancellor in the system.
May 8, 2026Open source
Who Will Lead The Universities Of Wisconsin Next?
Regents roll out a 25-member search team and tap UW-Superior’s chancellor as interim president.
May 8, 2026Open source
UW-Superior chancellor named interim UW system president a month after leader fired
UW-Superior Chancellor Renée Wachter will serve as interim UW system president after the UW Board of Regents fired its former leader a month ago.
May 8, 2026Open source
Beloit Police seek to identify driver in cemetery crash that seriously injured passenger
Officers found the truck damaged inside a cemetery, noting several headstones were damaged after being struck.
May 6, 2026Open source
I-41 project updates: Closures and traffic impacts for week of May 4
Drivers will encounter various overnight reduced lanes on northbound and southbound I-41 in work zones during the week of May 4.
May 5, 2026Open source
Environmental Groups Call Out Invalid Line 5 Permit Application: Enbridge Is Not Eligible
MADISON, Wis. — Environmental organizations submitted formal comments to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) opposing a series of applicati...
May 4, 2026Open source
Superior City opens season with draw
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May 4, 2026Open source
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Rio is in Columbia County, Wisconsin.
Region: Central Wisconsin
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On this day in 1984: A Barneveld, Wisconsin, tornado wiped out 90% of the village koat
On June 8, 1984, a powerful tornado struck Barneveld, Wisconsin, killing nine people and destroying about 90% of the village in its wake.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Woman seriously injured in Fillmore County motorcycle crash Saturday
Linnea Birgitta Rice, 53, of Galesville, Wisconsin, was transported to Mayo Clinic Hospital-Saint Marys with life-threatening injuries.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Jean M. Kirby (nee Pederson)
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Jun 8, 2026Open source
The FBI is contacting Wisconsin election officials. Here’s what we know.
Votebeat reports the FBI is contacting Wisconsin election officials regarding the 2020 election, causing confusion and concern among them.
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Trump Battles 'Crooked' Welker Before Bolting From Wild NBC Interview
Last Friday, President Trump made time during his trip to Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin for an extended sit-down interview with NBC's Meet the Press moderator K...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Trump storms off 'Meet the Press' interview, rips Welker, ABC, CBS, CNN as 'crooked'
Donald Trump abruptly ended his "Meet the Press" interview with Kristen Welker in Wisconsin after accusing NBC of being a "one-sided crooked network."
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Humidity Returns With Widespread Rain Monday, Summer Heat Builds Midweek
Southern Wisconsin will transition from a relatively comfortable weekend to a humid, unsettled start to the week, followed by potentially hot conditions and...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Heavy Rain and Storms Monday, Heat Builds Later This Week
Southern Wisconsin faces a wet and stormy Monday with localized flooding potential before transitioning to hot, humid conditions and additional storm chances...
Jun 8, 2026Open source
Huskies start series with defeat
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Jun 7, 2026Open source
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