15-year-old arrested in connection to Mayfair Mall shooting, police say
Wauwatosa police announced on Sunday that they have arrested a suspect in connection to the shooting at Mayfair Mall that left eight people injured.
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Thousands of UW Health employees urge people to follow coronavirus guidelines in open letter to Wisconsin
In an open letter to Wisconsin, several thousand UW Health faculty and staff signed a statement urging Wisconsinites to "work with us to get through the pandemic."
UW-Madison senior selected as Rhodes Scholarship finalist
MADISON, Wis. -- Alex Plum, a University of Wisconsin-Madison senior, was among the finalists for the prestigious 2021 Rhodes Scholarship. The scholarship, which is one of the most celebrated college awards for postgraduate international study, was awarded to 32 Americans…
Cedar Creek Settlement's "Home for the Holidays" to kick off after Thanksgiving
CEDARBURG, Wis. -- The second event of the Shops of Cedar Creek Settlement's 26th annual Festive Friday Eves will begin on Friday, Nov. 27. The event, "Home for the Holidays," will offer people a chance to support small businesses during…
'A very emotional moment': Madison's Rockhound Brewing Company closes its doors for good
MADISON, Wis. -- The Madison brew pub Rockhound Brewing Co. was forced to close its doors to the public for the last time on Saturday because of economic…
UW-Madison investigating video that shows university employee on motorcycle running over protesters
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is investigating a video posted by the Instagram account @bipocatwisco on Saturday that shows an alleged university employee attempting to run over four protesters with his motorcycle outside the state capitol building on Friday.
Train stopped in Monroe County after man threatens staff with knife, police say
MONROE COUNTY, Wis. -- Monroe County police were called to an Amtrak train on Saturday evening after reports of man causing a disturbance. Around 6:46 p.m. the suspect, Timothy Thomas, threatened the train's staff with a knife and tried to…
Two people shot in attempted homicide on Madison's west side, police say
MADISON, Wis. -- Madison Police responded to reports of multiple victims being shot on Saturday night on Madison's west side. Police were called to Schwoegler's Park Towne Lanes on Grand Canyon Dr. around 10:35 p.m. When they arrived, they discovered…
Beloit Police say missing 13-year-old girl found safe
BELOIT, Wis. -- Police said Saturday night that a missing 13-year-old girl was found safe. Beloit police said 13-year-old Talayah A. Simpson was last seen Saturday around noon. Police said in a Facebook post she was found "safe and sound."
Bicyclist taken to hospital after being hit by a vehicle in Cottage Grove, police say
COTTAGE GROVE, Wis. -- A man was cited with failure to yield while making a left turn after hitting a bicyclist on Saturday. Police responded to the injury crash around 11:37 a.m. on the 4000 block of Ridge Road. The…
Pro-Trump and pro-Biden groups go head-to-head outside of Wisconsin State Capitol Building after election results announced
MADISON, Wis. -- After the results of the general election were announced on Saturday, many local groups headed to the Wisconsin State Capitol Building to voice their support (or lack of)…
'We're ready to move on': State Treasurer on the election's effects on Wisconsin government
MADISON, Wis. -- After days of awaiting final election results, Wisconsin State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski said on Saturday that the state can finally move on and focus on other important issues affecting Wisconsinites. "Wisconsinites submitted their ten electoral votes for…
Kamala Harris, Barack Obama, other politicians react to President-elect Joe Biden
In a victory over incumbent Donald Trump, Joe Biden was elected the 46th President of the United States on Saturday, according to projections from CBS News. Following the news, national and local politicians are sharing their reactions. Newly Vice President-elect…
Police investigating shots fired in Blooming Grove hotel parking lot
BLOOMING GROVE, Wis. -- Police are investigating shots that were fired in the Magnuson Grand Hotel parking lot around 2:50 a.m. on Saturday. A large gathering in the hotel's parking lot at 3510 Millpond Rd was taking place as police…
Police investigating shots fired in Madison
Police responded to a call reporting shots fired in the 2400 block of Monterey Drive on Friday night.
One person killed in Beloit residential fire
One person was killed in a residential fire in the 300 block of West Grand Avenue early Friday morning.
Man arrested on suspicion of OWI after rollover crash, police say
Grant County police arrested a 24-year-old man on Sunday on suspicion of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated after he lost control of his vehicle and crashed.
'These are human rights we need to defend:' Local organizations come together on the Day of the Dead to honor immigrants, protest ICE
On Día de Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, several local organizations joined together in front of the state capitol in support of reuniting families at the border and abolishing ICE.
Nonprofit offers local families safe ways to celebrate Halloween, debuts new Mobile Resource Center
MADISON, Wis. -- Halloween may look a little different this year -- but that isn't stopping the Progress Center for Black Women…
Online school poses new challenges for students with ADD and ADHD, could have long-term effects, doctors say
Online school is presenting new challenges for children with learning disabilities, and doctors say there could be long-term effects.
Verona Public Library announces closing of library building amid rising Covid cases
VERONA, Wis. -- Verona Public Library announced on Sunday that it will close its library building to the public and instead return to curbside pick-up only. The change will take effect starting Oct. 26. The decision came in response to…
15-year-old stabbed man three times in the back in Madison, police say
MADISON, Wis. -- A 15-year-old was charged with a weapon offense after stabbing a man three times in the back after an argument on Saturday night, according to the Madison Police Department. Around 11 p.m., police were called to a…
Man arrested in Madison on multiple charges including OWI, attempted robbery, battery, police say
MADISON, Wis. -- Police arrested Robert Gipson on Saturday night under suspicion of driving while under the influence, almost hitting a pedestrian with his vehicle and several attempts at stealing from nearby vehicles. Police received several reports of a vehicle…
Man arrested for pulling out handgun after being denied entry into Madison residence, police say
MADISON, Wis. -- Police arrested Javonne Eatmon shortly after midnight on Sunday for pulling out a handgun after attempting to enter a Madison residence. At around 12:05 a.m., Eatmon tried to enter a residence on the 600 block of N…
