Both lanes on I-94 westbound cleared after vehicle fire blocked both lanes
A vehicle on fire on I-94 Westbound has all lanes blocked in one direction near Cottage Grove.
May 9, 2026Open source
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New investigation unpacks challenges 911 dispatchers face in Wisconsin and nationwide
The public radio show “Reveal” explained in a recent episode that nearly one in five 911 dispatch centers in America’s 100 biggest cities fail to answe...
May 30, 2026Open source
Photo of the day: Getting resourceful to handle Ridglan beagles
Certified Veterinarian Technician Rachel White pets a beagle before an evaluation and treatment in a bathroom-turned exam room on Monday, May 11, 2026 at the...
May 12, 2026Open source
Beagles from Ridglan Farms begin to arrive at Dane County Humane Society
The first steps in what will be a total of 500 beagles going to the Dane County Humane Society began on Monday.
May 12, 2026Open source
Missing Endangered Person Alert issued for Waunakee man
The Dane County Sheriff’s Office issued a Missing Endangered Person Alert for a Waunakee man on Monday.
May 11, 2026Open source
Dane County Humane Society welcoming hundreds of dogs from Ridglan Farms
Monday marked the first day in the Humane Society’s work to rehome 500 of the 1,500 beagles sold last month by the embattled Ridglan Farms to two groups op...
May 11, 2026Open source
Photos: Ridglan beagles treated by Dane County Humane Society
150 beagles from Ridglan Farms were taken to the Dane County Humane Society to get treatment and time outdoors on Monday, May 11, 2026 in Madison Wis. 350 mo...
May 11, 2026Open source
Dane Co. judge says legislative committees cannot block Evers from publishing rules
A Dane County judge ruled Friday that lawmakers could not block administrative rules that received approval from Gov. Tony Evers.
May 11, 2026Open source
Donations to be distributed throughout Dane County as Movers for Moms campaign ends
Ahead of Mother's Day weekend, volunteers are sorting and distributing the donations received over the last month.
May 8, 2026Open source
Ozaukee neighbors, local Humane Society ready for the arrival of beagles rescued from Dane County
Ozaukee County neighbors and local Humane Society campuses are ready to welcome the arrival of beagles rescued from a Dane County breeding facility.
May 7, 2026Open source
Incidental Take Notice for Dane County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard and turtle, which may result from t...
May 6, 2026Open source
Home prices outpace income, WEC blames US Post Office for ballot issues
Home prices in places like Milwaukee and Madison are rising to five-times the median household income in those areas. And the Wisconsin Elections Commission...
May 30, 2026Open source
WPR Music presents Madison Opera performances
Join WPR Music in June for broadcasts of three productions from Madison Opera's 2025-26 season, including the world premiere of an opera by Wisconsin compose...
May 30, 2026Open source
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Declining population likely means no hunt for sharp-tailed grouse in Wisconsin this year
Wisconsin wildlife regulators and an advisory committee are advising against a hunt for sharp-tailed grouse this fall due to a decline in the bird’s popula...
May 30, 2026Open source
Garden Talk: Bayfield in Bloom 2026
We are once again celebrating northern Wisconsin with our annual live broadcast from Bayfield.
May 30, 2026Open source
Wisconsin DPI asking residents what they want from graduates
With AI likely changing the job market for the state's youngest workers, the Department of Public Instruction is asking Wisconsin residents for their opinion...
May 30, 2026Open source
This Day in History: Wisconsin becomes 30th state
Almost 180 years ago on May 29, 1848, Wisconsin was admitted to the Union as the 30th state.
May 30, 2026Open source
UW sees first incarcerated bachelor’s degree graduates since 1975
Graduation ceremonies at two Wisconsin prisons this week recognize the first UW bachelor’s degrees for incarcerated people since 1975.
May 30, 2026Open source
Federal judge denies U.S. DOJ attempt to obtain Wisconsin voter data
A federal judge on Thursday denied the U.S. Department of Justice's effort to obtain unredacted Wisconsin voter data files.
May 30, 2026Open source
Health officials report uptick in mpox infections in Wisconsin
State health officials say people who may be at higher risk for exposure to mpox should talk to healthcare providers about vaccination.
May 30, 2026Open source
National Guard soldiers receive homecoming in Appleton Friday afternoon
Over 200 Wisconsin National Guard soldiers are coming home Friday after being deployed for a year..
May 30, 2026Open source
Denmark 5th grader receives AAA school safety award
Adalyn Geffers was chosen from candidates across Wisconsin for her leadership, safety knowledge, and community involvement.
May 30, 2026Open source
Wisconsin pushes back against federal lawsuit over online prediction markets
The state of Wisconsin filed new court documents this week pushing back against a federal lawsuit over online prediction markets.
May 30, 2026Open source
Gov. Evers proclaims May 29 ‘529 College Savings Plan Day’ across Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed May 29 to be 529 College Savings Day, according to an announcement from the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) o...
May 30, 2026Open source
On This Day in History: Wisconsin enters the Union to become a state
On this day, May 29, 1848, Wisconsin entered the Union to become the 30th state.
May 30, 2026Open source
11-year-old singer Claire Gui dreams big — from Milwaukee to Carnegie Hall
At just 11 years old, Claire Gui is already building an impressive resume as an award-winning vocalist with dreams that stretch from Wisconsin sports arenas...
May 30, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Supreme Court agrees to hear redistricting case that could aid Democrats
A court decision in Wisconsin on Friday could give the state's Democrats a new avenue to pick up seats in 2028.
May 30, 2026Open source
Southeast Wisconsin weather: Dry & mild
Temperatures will warm back up today with 80s possible farther west along with more sunshine. The beautiful weather continues right into the weekend.
May 30, 2026Open source
Star NFL running back Josh Jacobs arrested on domestic violence charges Green Bay Packers running back Josh...
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
May 28, 2026Open source
Green Bay Packers’ Josh Jacobs released from jail as prosecutors weigh filing domestic abuse charges
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was released from a Wisconsin jail while authorities further investigate allegations of domestic abuse.
May 27, 2026Open source
Popular Colorado-based organic grocery store opening 1st location near Chicago area
Natural Grocers will open its first store in Wisconsin in Lake Geneva this summer, according to a release.
May 27, 2026Open source
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Cottage Grove is in Dane County, Wisconsin.
Region: Southern Wisconsin
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53527
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Wisconsin state trooper rescues kitten from highway, then makes him family
A Wisconsin State Patrol trooper adopted a kitten after it was abandoned on a highway ramp.
May 30, 2026Open source
Luxury homes for sale in the Southern Wisconsin area, May 30
Browse through luxury homes in the Southern Wisconsin real estate market and find your next home!
May 30, 2026Open source
Compromise shouldn’t be a dirty word in Wisconsin politics | Tyler August
Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August, R-Walworth, laments failure of bipartisan agreement to return state surplus to taxpayers.
May 30, 2026Open source
Declining population likely means no hunt for sharp-tailed grouse in Wisconsin this year
Wisconsin wildlife regulators and an advisory committee are advising against a hunt for sharp-tailed grouse this fall due to a decline in the bird’s popula...
May 30, 2026Open source
Home prices outpace income, WEC blames US Post Office for ballot issues
Home prices in places like Milwaukee and Madison are rising to five-times the median household income in those areas. And the Wisconsin Elections Commission...
May 30, 2026Open source
WPR Music presents Madison Opera performances
Join WPR Music in June for broadcasts of three productions from Madison Opera's 2025-26 season, including the world premiere of an opera by Wisconsin compose...
May 30, 2026Open source
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