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The Latest: Trump says he’ll hit Iran harder as Iranian president apologizes to neighbors

Tornadoes possible in storms forecast to hit southern Wisconsin overnight Friday into Saturday

Tornadoes possible in storms forecast to hit southern Wisconsin overnight Friday into Saturday

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The frozen ground will lead to increased runoff and urban and small stream flooding, as well as standing water in ditches, low-lying areas and roads.

DNR warns that lake ice is unreliable, as temperatures warm

DNR warns that lake ice is unreliable, as temperatures warm

  • KIMBERLY WETHAL

The DNR also warns of the dangers of being near open water, as water temperatures remain frigid, even without ice cover.

Beaver Dam candidate forum reveals opposing opinions among council members, challengers

Beaver Dam candidate forum reveals opposing opinions among council members, challengers

  • Terri Pederson

Data centers were a key topic during Thursday's discussion organized by the Beaver Dam Chamber of Commerce.

Olive + Herb shop opens in Columbus, with products straight from Italy

Olive + Herb shop opens in Columbus, with products straight from Italy

  • Terri Pederson

Olive + Herb opened in Columbus in September and has been bringing in customers throughout the area interested in taking their cooking to the next level with Italian virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars.

Network powers forecasting, tracking of mesoscale weather events

Network powers forecasting, tracking of mesoscale weather events

    The Wisconsin Environmental Mesonet, or Wisconet, monitors weather and soil conditions statewide at 78 sites like this weather station in a field at UW-Madison’s Arlington Agricultural Research Station.

    ‘Cult’ church member who allegedly molested boy in pews faces new criminal charges

    ‘Cult’ church member who allegedly molested boy in pews faces new criminal charges

    • Emily Hamer Lee Enterprises Public Service Journalism Team

    He admitted to molesting a boy. And now he's been indicted again — this time, for alleged child sexual abuse that happened during church services. 

    Wisconsin’s high school graduation rates improve again

    Wisconsin’s high school graduation rates improve again

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    Madison lags behind statewide data but is still improving, according to new Department of Public Instruction data.

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    Beaver Dam candidate forum reveals opposing opinions among council members, challengers

    Southern Wisconsin neighbors: Obituaries for March 7

    Southern Wisconsin neighbors: Obituaries for March 7

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    Big changes coming to Odana Hills Golf Course

    Big changes coming to Odana Hills Golf Course

    The renovation could put Odana Hills on a par with Madison’s reimagined Glen Golf Park.

    Don't forget to spring forward Sunday as daylight saving time starts

    Don't forget to spring forward Sunday as daylight saving time starts

    Don't forget to move your clocks forward an hour this weekend with the switch to daylight saving time starting early Sunday morning.

    Southern Wisconsin neighbors: Obituaries for March 7

    Southern Wisconsin neighbors: Obituaries for March 7

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    With new printer, Madison voters can expect absentee ballots a week sooner

    With new printer, Madison voters can expect absentee ballots a week sooner

    Madison City Clerk Linda McComas said the city’s new vendor should increase public trust in the electoral process.

    Grooming behaviors now a felony in Wisconsin

    Grooming behaviors now a felony in Wisconsin

    Prosecutors can now charge suspected offenders with a specific crime when they cross moral lines rather than settle for lesser, vague statutes like disorderly conduct.

    Wisconsin reports 2 more bird flu cases in Jefferson, Walworth counties

    Wisconsin reports 2 more bird flu cases in Jefferson, Walworth counties

    The positive case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, a strain of avian flu, in Jefferson County marks the county’s second case so far this year and fourth such case since September.

    UW-Madison alum, husband stuck in Dubai as Middle East fighting expands

    UW-Madison alum, husband stuck in Dubai as Middle East fighting expands

    Wauwatosa couple Ryan Miller and Anna Culhane have been stuck in Dubai since Saturday after their layover flight was canceled, and they have received no help from the U.S. government on finding a way out.

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    Madison Edgewood defeats the University School of Milwaukee in the Division 1 state semifinals

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    Polzin: Why this former Wisconsin men's basketball star's mom stuck around Madison after he left

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    Wisconsin's new running backs coach wants current crop to earn school's reputation

    Wisconsin's new running backs coach wants current crop to earn school's reputation

    Jayden Everett wants the Badgers' running backs to earn the 'RBU' moniker, not inherit it with their jerseys. Here's how he's taking ownership of a revamped position group. 

    3 things that stood out in Wisconsin men's hockey's sweep at No. 6 Penn State

    3 things that stood out in Wisconsin men's hockey's sweep at No. 6 Penn State

    Oliver Tulk recorded his first two-goal game for the Badgers, who ended their regular season with a sweep for the first time since 2021. Here's what stood out.

    Safety Austin Brown steals show at Wisconsin football pro day

    Safety Austin Brown steals show at Wisconsin football pro day

    Austin Brown, a multi-year starter in Wisconsin's secondary, dazzled NFL personnel with his performance at the Badgers pro day. Plus, full results from the pro day. 

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