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Boys & Girls Club of Dane County to deliver supplies to Oklahoma

The Boys & Girls Club of Dane County is taking a semi of supplies to Oklahoma. More>>

Man arrested for grabbing girl in grocery store Video included

Madison Police have arrested 46-year-old Reginald B. Kellum and tentatively charged with two counts of disorderly conduct.

Police arrested him Friday in connection to a girl being grabbed at the Hy-Vee on East Washington Ave. on May, 6.
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UPDATE: Standoff suspect identified, state investigation underway Video included

Madison police will in call in help from the state Department of Justice to investigate the officer-involved shooting Friday night. More>>

Marine reunites with dog from Afghanistan Video included

A Marine has been reunited with the dog he served with in Afghanistan during a surprise ceremony at the Iowa Capitol. More>>

Parents of triple homicide suspect speak out Video included

The parents of Jaren Kuester, the man accused of brutally killing three people in Lafayette County, share their anguish over the murders. More>>

Kohler ordered to pay $9.6 million in patent suit

The Kohler Co. has been ordered to pay $9.6 million to a marine engine and generator manufacturer in Massachusetts for infringing on two of its patents. More>>

Red Cross statement on Oklahoma tornado

The American Red Cross has one shelter open in Moore and is working on locating others; we continue to operate three shelters that were opened Sunday in the Oklahoma City area following the storms on Sunday. More>>

UPDATE: Medical Examiner revises tornado death toll to 24 Video included

The state medical examiner's office has revised the death toll from a tornado in an Oklahoma City suburb to 24 people, including seven children. More>>

JFC votes to limit double-dipping

The Legislative Joint Finance Committee voted to increase the amount of time a retired state worker must wait to be re-hired for a state job. More>>

UPDATE: Hardware store owner plans to rebuild after fire Video included

A fire in Sauk City is now under control, but firefighters are still putting out hot spots. More>>

Tonight at 10: The Thundershirt for dogs: Does it Work?

It promises to help with your dog's anxiety and behavior problems without going to the vet or using any medications. More>>

US DOJ to review flawed Milwaukee ATF sting

The U.S. Department of Justice is looking into a flawed Milwaukee sting as part of a larger review into how agents handle certain sensitive cases. More>>

State budget committee to vote on selling state properties Tuesday

In a week full of controversial proposals at the State Capitol, the Joint Finance Committee is expected to vote on one Tuesday that would allow the state to sell a variety of properties. More>>

Man killed by police Friday had history of mental health issues

A newspaper reports Dane County officials say Brent Brozek had two court-ordered mental health commitments and lost his job driving a cab in January after complaints that he threatened to kill a passenger. More>>

Two arrested in heroin sales bust

Janesville police arrested two people in connection with the sale of heroin at a home on Cherry Street last night. More>>

WI budget committee to review sand mining plan

Wisconsin's budget-writing committee is scheduled to review provisions in Governor Scott Walker's spending plan that would pull money from the state's environmental management fund to cover sand mining inspections. More>>

Requiring ACT tests for 11th graders up for vote

The Legislature's Joint Finance Committee is set to vote Tuesday on a proposal that would require every junior in high school in Wisconsin to take the ACT college entrance exam. More>>

Proposal would require state offer HSAs

On Tuesday, the Joint Finance Committee will vote on a proposal that would offer government workers in Wisconsin a high-deductable insurance plan with a health savings account. More>>

Rodgers, Braun to open second restaurant

A Brookfield restaurant named for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun is opening a second location. More>>

WI panel to hear bill limiting local recalls

It would be harder to recall a local Wisconsin elected official from office under a proposal up for a hearing before a legislative committee. More>>

Budget panel to review WI ballast water fees

Wisconsin lawmakers are scheduled to review provisions in Gov. Scott Walker's executive budget on Tuesday that would end ballast water discharge fees for Great Lakes shipping in two years. More>>

WI DNR to waive fishing, trail fees for weekend

The state Department of Natural Resources is waiving fees for the first weekend in June to encourage people to try new outdoor activities. More>>

High winds destroy airport hangar Video included

Winds of around 75 mph ripped through the Tri-County Airport early Monday, damaging four hangars and four private planes. More>>

Detective takes on two decades-old unsolved murders Video included

One detective is picking up where other investigators left off decades ago, tackling two unsolved homicides dating back to 1986. More>>

Marinette Marine expansion complete

Marinette Marine has put the finishing touches on a 3-year, $74 million expansion. More>>

Cancer patient receives "extraordinary degree"

A terminally ill Wisconsin woman completed one of her life goals over the weekend: graduating from college. More>>

Plan would penalize state workers who smoke

Lawmakers will debate a plan this week that would penalize state workers who smoke. More>>

UPDATE: WI Farmer accused of selling raw milk on trial Video included

The trial for a Wisconsin farmer accused of selling raw milk will begin on Monday in Baraboo. More>>

Bill aims to give Vets priority registration status at UW schools Video included

Military veterans who attend schools in the University of Wisconsin System could soon have a better chance of finishing their degrees on time thanks to a bipartisan Assembly bill. More>>

Law enforcement out in big numbers for "Click It or Ticket" Video included

Be sure to buckle up, police across the state have stepped up patrols this week, as part of the annual "Click It or Ticket" campaign. More>>

UW-Madison student arrested for starting fire in campus dorm

UW-Madison student, Brent E. Newman, 19, admitted to starting a fire in Sellery Hall early Saturday morning.

The fire started on the 9th floor of Sellery Hall on West Johnson Street.
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Bill would give election observers increased access at polls

Legislation introduced last week would give election observers more access to the interaction between voters and poll workers. More>>

Woman cited for running red light in Friday crash in Springfield

Authorities say a vehicle carrying two adults and three children ran a red light and collided with the cab of a semi.  More>>

Final Olbrich expansion design to be unveiled

Olbrich Botanical Gardens is one step closer to a new look. More>>

Woman dies after crash in Town of Deerfield

A woman involved in a crash Sunday in the Town of Deerfield has died. More>>

Gas prices in Madison jump 20 cents

The average price of gas in Madison has risen about 20 cents per gallon over the past week. More>>

Explosion that leveled house investigated

Investigators are looking for the cause of a house explosion in Eau Claire County on Sunday. More>>

Committee to consider double dipping changes

The Legislature's budget committee is set to consider Gov. Scott Walker's proposal to more than double the amount of time a public employee must stay retired before being hired for another job. More>>

WI budget committee to consider DNA expansion

Wisconsin lawmakers are scheduled to consider Governor Scott Walker's plan to take DNA from anyone arrested for a felony and anyone convicted of any crime. More>>

UPDATE: Storm winds cause power outages, downed trees

A spring storm is traveling through Wisconsin on Sunday, with high winds causing power outages throughout the southern portion of the state. More>>

3 hurt in Dane Co. crash

Three people are in the hospital after a crash at an intersection in Dane County. More>>

Bill Cosby, Bud Selig speak at Milwaukee graduation ceremonies Video included

Graduation day brought two big names to Milwaukee to motivate college grads as they face their futures. More>>

UPDATE: Two $1 million Powerball tickets sold in WI Video included

Two tickets sold in WI from the Powerball are worth one million dollars. More>>

Madison Mud Run gets messy Video included

A unique race in Madison puts participants in the middle of a big mess. More>>

Syttende Mai parade marks another year Video included

Hundreds gathered in Stoughton this weekend for the annual Syttende Mai festivities. More>>

Four years after the animal seizure at Thyme and Sage Ranch Video included

Four years ago Sunday, one of the largest animal seizures in our area took place at the Thyme and Sage Ranch in Richland County. More>>

UPDATE: 2nd Janesville burglary suspect arrested

Police arrested one suspect for the Janesville south side residential burglaries, they are looking for one other suspect. More>>

Man arrested in Vernon County for 5th OUI offense

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A Readstown man was arrested for 5th OUI, a child was inside the vehicle. More>>

Kraft Foods responds to recent artificial food dye story Video included

Artificial food dyes have long been used in the food we eat, but in recent years studies have shown a possible risk to children. More>>

Rent-to-own stores may be excused from consumer protection laws

Walker's budget would exempt rent-to-own businesses from Wisconsin's consumer protection laws and not require them to disclose interest rates. More>>

WI bill to prevent employers from requiring flu shots

A bill in the Wisconsin would not require employees to get the flu shot, including employees at hospitals and nursing homes. More>>

Renewed search for WI girl missing since 1996 Video included

Washburn County sheriff's officials say they consider the case of a 15-year-old girl missing for 17 years still open and active. More>>

Winning numbers drawn in historic Powerball jackpot Video included

he winning numbers in this weekend's historic Powerball jackpot have been drawn. More>>

Aly's Honky Tonk Hustle raises more than $50,000 Video included

More than 900 people gathered Saturday morning to show their support for a young woman who lost her battle with cancer. More>>

Former WI Democratic Party spokesman resigns Video included

A well-known Democratic Party of Wisconsin adviser is leaving his position. More>>

WI Tea Party takes aim at tax code Video included

Wisconsin Tea Party members shot flaming arrows and shotguns at a stack of paper as large as the tax code, saying it should be simplified. More>>

Experts: Look out for emerald ash borer in trees Video included

As an invasive species is found in neighboring counties, experts are traveling the surrounding area to make sure people are on the lookout. More>>

Expect traffic congestion in downtown Madison this weekend Video included

With UW commencement ceremonies, residence hall move-out and ongoing construction, it's going to be a busy weekend in downtown Madison. More>>

Green Bay police rule man's death as a homicide

Green Bay police say Daniel Kuehl's death was a homicide, no arrests have been made. More>>

Wisconsin's no-call list deadline approaching

Deadline to be put on no-call list is May 31. More>>

UPDATE: Officials release name of boy killed by skid loader Video included

An 8-year-old boy in Lafayette County was killed Friday when he was run over by a skid steer loader. More>>

UPDATE: Sword-wielding suspect pronounced dead after standoff Video included

A standoff on Madison's east side ended Friday night when officers shot the man who kept officers at bay. More>>

Garage fire near Cottage Grove Rd.

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Complaint filed over meningitis death Video included

The mother of the UW-Madison student who died of meningitis filed a complaint with the state against two doctors at Meriter Hospital. More>>

Circus World summer season starts Saturday Video included

The Circus World show will go on this summer, despite financial uncertainty. More>>

WIAA girls basketball tournament likely to remain in Green Bay Video included

The WIAA is negotiating to keep the girls high school basketball tournament in Green Bay through 2020. More>>

Sen. Grothman blasts Rent-To-Own provision of budget on Capitol City Sunday Video included

The Legislature's Joint Finance Committee will vote next week on a plan to loosen the regulations on rent-to-own businesses.   That is the focus of Capitol City Sunday this weekend.
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UPDATE: Officer's training helped thwart suspect's shooting attempt Video included

A Clinton man could face attempted homicide charges in Rock County after police say he disarmed an officer and tried to shoot the officer at point blank range. More>>

Walk for Dyslexia on Saturday in Madison Video included

One in five U.S. School children are living with dyslexia, and this weekend, you can "take steps against dyslexia" at the fourth annual Walk for Dyslexia in Madison. More>>

Teen who victimized women before charged in two Mall crimes

Maurice Neal charged with attempted armed robbery and attempted theft in connection with two recent incidents, in West Towne Mall women bathrooms More>>

Mother and two children suffer injuries from semi versus car crash

A woman has been taken to the hospital by MedFlight after an accident involving a car and a semi. More>>

New Dane County dog park opens Video included

Dane County's newest dog park is now open.

The 40 acres of land is located in the Capital Springs Recreation Area between South Central Madison and the Town of Dunn.
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27 Kids Who Matter - Jewelry making for Mother's Day Video included

It's often said that jewelry is one way to win a woman's heart. That's why Big Brothers Big Sisters gave some of their kids the chance to tour a local jewelry shop. More>>

Angie's List: Is your clothes dryer a fire risk? Video included

In this week's Angie's List segment, clothes dryers are a modern convenience many of us can't live without, but we don't always remember it needs maintenance. If your dryer is hot to the touch, or take more than one cycle to dry clothes, you may need your vents checked. More>>

27 Kids Who Matter telethon for Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County and WKOW are teaming up to help find new mentors for local children.
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27 Kids Who Matter: Victor and the Paulsons Video included

He asked for a mentor and got four; the little brother's second family and how he's helping them become closer. More>>

Jefferson Award Winner: Bob Nasett Video included

For 15 years, one local man has been battling Parkinson's Disease. But he's winning the fight by using his own experience to help others.
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Bowling and brotherhood Video included

Big Brother Howard Hansen and Little Brother Ray team up for Bowl For Kids' Sake. More>>

UPDATE: Ara Alonso named 2013 Jefferson Award winner Video included

Judges chose the UW-Madison professor for her public service in Africa. More>>

Big Brother of the Year values friendship with teen Video included

Big Brother sees Little Brother through formative years and to college acceptance. More>>

March Jefferson Award: Barbara Fanelli Miller

The March recipient of the Jefferson Award is a woman who believes the best thing you can do for yourself is to help someone else. More>>

27 Kids Who Matter: Jaqwaun and Ed Video included

Jaqwaun and Ed prove that age doesn't matter when it comes to friendship. More>>

Big Brothers Big Sisters hosts "Kut4Kids" event Video included

The fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters left many people with a different look More>>

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