Late chef Carson Gulley focus of PBS Wisconsin Biographies; The Depolarization Project; Why heart failure is afflicting younger adults

We discuss the late chef Carson Gulley with two PBS Wisconsin Biographies producers. Then, we talk with the editor of “Reasons to be Cheerful” about the online magazine’s Depolarization Project. And then, we talk with a UW Health cardiologist about heart failure. Behind the scenes of Wisconsin...

The 7 Charming Drive-In Theaters Hiding In Wisconsin Feel Like Stepping Into Happy Days

Ready to find charming drive-in theaters hiding in Wisconsin that take you back in time?. These 7 drive-in theaters deliver classic fun and pure small-town magic!. 1. Highway 18 Outdoor Theatre (Jefferson) Pulling into the Highway 18 Outdoor Theatre in Jefferson feels like the whole world slows down the moment...

Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss is learning to listen

The Cap Times is an independent newsroom serving Madison and Wisconsin. Sign up for the Food & Culture newsletter for exclusive weekly insight. Midway through a Zoom interview with the Cap Times, a fan approached Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss to ask for a photo. He briefly paused the conversation to oblige.

Madison College exhibit explores Indigenous relationships with Wisconsin’s land and water

What comes after a land acknowledgement? A new Madison College art exhibit invites visitors to explore that question through the work of Indigenous artists reflecting on their relationships with Wisconsin’s lands and waters. “Indigenous Wisconsin: Beyond Acknowledgement” brings together Indigenous artists whose work explores reciprocal relationships with the natural...

Nehemiah Invites Community to Fourth Annual Black Film Festival

MADISON, WI—Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership Development will bring together film, conversation, community and celebration during the fourth annual Black Film Festival November 20-22, 2026. Each day of the festival takes place at a different host venue, including Central Library on Saturday, November 21. Following a ticketed fundraiser and...

White rhino Harmon leaving Henry Vilas Zoo after breeding recommendation

MADISON, Wis. -- The Henry Vilas Zoo is saying farewell to one of its most popular residents.

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A place for people to make things

Just past the bright watercolor paintings in the entrance of Stoughton’s historic train depot, students recently gathered to create mosaics using colorful ceramics in a large, brightly lit classroom. Earlier that week, acrylic painting, book-binding and an author talk were underway in the same room.

Wyocena Village Votes to Shut Library, Residents Rally With 175 Signatures

Wyocena village officials have voted to close the community's public library by the end of 2026, after the South Central Library System found the facility out of compliance with state standards for two years running. Now residents are fighting back, gathering more than 175 petition signatures and offering cash to keep the doors open.

Abel Contemporary Gallery Announces Three New Exhibits

Stoughton, WI – Abel Contemporary presents Ryan Myers – Who Gives a Flock?, Cup Show : Group Show, and in no.5: You Cannot Rest Here by Emma Hitzman. Shows Open Online Saturday, November 14 at 10 am CDT. Artist Talk with Ryan Myers – TBD. Artist Talk...

Between two lakes in Madison sits a Capitol with fossils older than Wisconsin itself

It sits between two lakes and hides fossils in its walls. Downtown Madison has a landmark that most people outside Wisconsin have never heard of, and it costs nothing to walk inside. The Wisconsin State Capitol rises at the center of the city on a narrow strip of land with...

Cross country: Craig's Andrew Wieners finishes 74th at State

WISCONSIN RAPIDS — Janesville Craig junior Andrew Wieners wrapped up his 2026 cross country season on Saturday by competing in the WIAA State Cross Country Meet at The Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids. Wieners ended up finishing 74th overall in the Boys Division 1 Race, running a time of 16:51.2. His time marks the fastest time for a Janesville Craig runner at the WIAA State Championships since Bryan Bloomquist ran a 16:20.2 back in 2019. This marked the 28th straight year that Janesville Craig boys & girls cross country sent either an individual or team to compete at the WIAA State Meet. Wieners, who has now competed in each of the last three state meets, will have his sights set on making a fourth and final return to the big dance in 2027, his senior season. Ultimately it was Logan Zeise, a junior at Milwaukee King, that came away with the 2026 Boys Division 1 title. Zeise ran a 15:02.7.

After climbing the Kohler golf ladder, Dirk Willis' burning desire to return to coaching takes him home to tall challenge at UW-Platteville

Even before Dirk Willis retired in May after more than 25 years in two stints with Kohler Co. at Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run, most recently as vice president of golf and hospitality real estate, he told anyone who would listen that his future in the game would certainly include a return to coaching.

Livsreise presents “The Devil Goes North - Witch Trials in Finnmark”

Spooking time is not over yet. Live in the Livsreise auditorium (277 W. Main St., Stoughton) from 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, Livsreise Norwegian Heritage Center presents “The Devil Goes North- Witch Trials in Finnmark”. Norway's deadliest and most virulent witchcraft trials occurred in the country's northmost province. Finnmark....

Cheap Trick clarifies reason for first touring break in 50 years

The band from Rockford clarified that its first touring hiatus in 50 years is not due to health concerns.

Actor/comedian Will Ferrell makes surprising gameday visit to family business in Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – As if Wisconsin knocking off a ranked USC team at Camp Randall on Saturday was not exciting enough, one local family business got a surprise visit from actor and comedian Will Ferrell. Ferrell, a California native and USC alum, was in Madison for the game between the Badgers and the Trojans. […]

What to do in Madison this weekend: Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 2026

2026 is the 20th annual Freakin' Halloweekend, Oct. 30 at the Bur Oak and Oct. 31 at Atwood Music Hall (featuring M Shays as Madonna). Soul Patrol, Thursday, Oct. 29, UW Cinematheque, 7 p.m.: The UW Cinematheque’s Madison premieres series continues with Soul Patrol, a new documentary about the Vietnam War service of the first all-Black long range reconnaissance patrol unit. It’s based on a 2003 memoir by Ed Emanuel, and combines both vintage Super 8 footage filmed by the soldiers and reenactments by actors; director J.M Harper earned the Documentary Directing Award at Sundance earlier this year. Harper will discuss the film with journalist Jesse Lewis as part of this screening, co-hosted by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum.

Photos: William Shatner Brings an Evening of Star Trek and Storytelling to Madison’s Orpheum

William Shatner gave Madison fans a chance to revisit Captain Kirk on the big screen before spending some time with the man behind the character. The actor visited the Orpheum Theater on Wednesday, October 28, for an evening built around a full screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, followed by stories, humor and a lengthy conversation onstage.