Lawsuit challenges decision not to fill legislative vacancies
A national Democratic group has filed a lawsuit challenging Governor Scott Walker’s decision to leave two legislative seats empty until the November election. The vacancies in the 1st Senate District and 42nd Assembly District were created after
Dane County Democrats want action on gun reforms
Dane County Democrats demand action on gun reform. County Executive Joe Parisi says they want Governor Scott Walker and House Speaker Paul Ryan to lead. “We want them to stop using mental illness as an excuse to
Happ named All-Big Ten
A pair of Wisconsin men’s basketball players received season-ending awards from the Big Ten Conference on Monday. Ethan Happ earned first-team All-Big Ten recognition. Guard Brad Davison was named to the Big Ten’s All-Freshman team. A first-team
Sturgeon spearing season hindered by poor water clarity
The annual sturgeon spearing season on Lake Winnebago has come to a close. The season ran the full 16 days with spearers only taking 654 sturgeon from the big lake. That’s about 30 to 35 percent of
Davison earns Big Ten Freshman of the Week honor
Wisconsin Badger freshman Brad Davison poured in a career high 30 points against No. 2 Michigan State on Sunday, earning him this week’s Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week honor. Davison had to leave the
16 arrested in Walworth County drug sweep
The Walworth County Sheriff’s Office takes a bite out of the cocaine and marijuana scene. According to a news release, the Drug Unit conducted multiple investigations during the past six month, and within the last 10 days,
Janesville School Board considers teacher pay structure
Janesville teachers could soon see a new salary structure that would reward both years with the district and professional development. The Janesville School Board will consider a new pay scale designed to retain good teachers and be
Rock River at flood stage at Afton and Lake Koshkonong
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Rock River at Afton and Lake Koshkonong. The Rock County Sheriff’s Office says the National Weather Service predicts the Rock River will continue to rise through
Badgers fall short in finale against Michigan State (AUDIO)
The Michigan State Spartans wrapped up the outright Big Ten title in Madison on Sunday, but it didn’t come easy. After falling behind in the second half, the Spartans made some big shots down the stretch and