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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New World Screwworm Heading North, Wisconsin Experts Warn
Flesh-eating fly has been confirmed in Texas cattle, posing a risk to other mammals.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Controversial Democrat Kirk Bangstad Can’t Run for Wisconsin Governor
Elections Commission finds Minocqua Brewing owner lacked enough signatures to get on ballot.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Newly Listed Homes in Verona, WI — Updated Jun. 10, 2026
A look at the newest homes for sale in Verona, WI. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what
Jun 11, 2026Open source
WI Elections Commission Denies Ballot Access for Some Candidates
The Wisconsin Elections Commission met Tuesday to adjudicate more than a dozen challenges to the nominating signatures of candidates for the Legislature, U.S...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Why NFL, Packers are battling with Wisconsin Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
A decades-old law that the Packers say is crucial to their survival has become the center of debate for Wisconsin
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Portion of WIS 80 in Grant County closed due to utility emergency
Wisconsin Department of Transportation sent notice at 1:26 p.m. that all lanes in both directions in Grant County are blocked until further notice.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Department of Health Services tracking high levels of tick activity
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services continues to track high levels of tick activity during peak tick season.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Downed power lines, road closures in Dodge County following storm damage
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is responding to damage throughout Dodge County due to a severe storm that rolled across southern Wisconsin Wednesday aft...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Public Service prepares for severe weather outages
With strong storms already rolling through, Wisconsin Public Service says crews are ready to respond to any outages and damage.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Department of Health Services tracking high levels of tick activity
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services continues to track high levels of tick activity during peak tick season.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Downed power lines, road closures in Dodge County following storm damage
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is responding to damage throughout Dodge County due to a severe storm that rolled across southern Wisconsin Wednesday aft...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Severe storms impact southeast Wisconsin Wednesday
Storm Team 4 is monitoring several rounds of strong to severe storms between now and Thursday night. Follow along with live updates at TMJ4.com.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Record-breaking Timber Rattler Andrew Fischer staying patient for his next opportunity
Andrew Fischer, one of the Milwaukee Brewers' top prospects, is making the most of his first full professional season - breaking the Wisconsin Timber Rattler...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
The Wisconsin teacher who built America's first kindergarten in 1856
Did you know: Wisconsin had the nation's first official kindergarten? Margarethe Schur, a German immigrant, founded the first kindergarten in Watertown back...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin LGBTQ+ Pride: The faces behind community and change
WISN 12 partnered with the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project to highlight notable figures each day during Pride Month.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
This NBA Finals star has ties to southeast Wisconsin
Before Jalen Brunson was one of the NBA's biggest stars, he was a state champion over the Wisconsin border in Illinois.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
America 250: How a Wisconsin schoolhouse launched the GOP in 1854
A little white schoolhouse in Ripon, Wisconsin, is recognized as the birthplace of the Republican Party, where 30 people met in 1854 to oppose slavery.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Elections Commission denies Bangstad ballot access, New World Screwworm concerns
Minocqua Brewing Company owner Kirk Bangstad will not appear on the ballot in Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary after failing to get enough valid...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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Wisconsin Dells is in Columbia County, Wisconsin.
Region: Central Wisconsin
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53965
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New World Screwworm Heading North, Wisconsin Experts Warn
Flesh-eating fly has been confirmed in Texas cattle, posing a risk to other mammals.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Controversial Democrat Kirk Bangstad Can’t Run for Wisconsin Governor
Elections Commission finds Minocqua Brewing owner lacked enough signatures to get on ballot.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Newly Listed Homes in Verona, WI — Updated Jun. 10, 2026
A look at the newest homes for sale in Verona, WI. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what
Jun 11, 2026Open source
WI Elections Commission Denies Ballot Access for Some Candidates
The Wisconsin Elections Commission met Tuesday to adjudicate more than a dozen challenges to the nominating signatures of candidates for the Legislature, U.S...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Why NFL, Packers are battling with Wisconsin Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
A decades-old law that the Packers say is crucial to their survival has become the center of debate for Wisconsin
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Portion of WIS 80 in Grant County closed due to utility emergency
Wisconsin Department of Transportation sent notice at 1:26 p.m. that all lanes in both directions in Grant County are blocked until further notice.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Department of Health Services tracking high levels of tick activity
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services continues to track high levels of tick activity during peak tick season.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Downed power lines, road closures in Dodge County following storm damage
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is responding to damage throughout Dodge County due to a severe storm that rolled across southern Wisconsin Wednesday aft...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Public Service prepares for severe weather outages
With strong storms already rolling through, Wisconsin Public Service says crews are ready to respond to any outages and damage.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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