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Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of portage..

In this article, we'll be exploring three unique cafes in Baraboo. Have you had the chance to visit any of these delightful spots? If you have, we'd love to hear your experiences in the comments section below!

Wagswoofs – A two-vehicle crash on State Highway 33 near Portage Wednesday afternoon has left a person critically injured, according to authorities. A car accident occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Highway 33, specifically at Garrison Road, which is located east of Portage. According to a Facebook post by...

CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – The man accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend and stuffing her body in a suitcase in 2020 has been brought back to Chippewa County. 26-year-old Jose Eduardo Dominguez-Garcia of Reedsburg was arrested in Missouri last week. After being on the run for 3 years.

Get ready for the largest Christmas production in Wisconsin! The Dells Christmas Dinner Show offers a four-course holiday meal followed by a spectacular show featuring singing, dancing, ice skating, lasers, a live nativity, and more. Performances are happening now at the old Palace Theater.

Catch a glimpse of the enchanting wonders of Sauk County in this episode of Discover Wisconsin! Explore the nostalgic Mid-Continent Railway, savor the local flavors at Tumbled Rock Brewery, and bask in the natural beauty of the Spring Green Conservancy and much more. Join us as we unveil the hidden gems of Sauk County!

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The holiday season is in full swing, and, for many people, this time of year includes a trip to Wisconsin Dells. Dells’ spokesperson Andy Larsen sat down with NBC15 news’ Leigh Mills on Tuesday to talk about the events that are happening this year, including the Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl, the Tree of Light, and even a visit from Santa Claus.

CROSS PLAINS, Wis. -- The former chief of Cross Plains Area EMS now faces multiple felony charges after she allegedly misused the agency's payroll system, resulting in her being overpaid at least $30,000, a criminal complaint alleges. Erica Jensen, 38, of Verona, is charged with one count of uttering a...

Camping reservations continue to trend up post-pandemic, but only one state park can call itself the most popular public camping destination in Wisconsin. That honor, as expected, goes to Devil's Lake State Park in Baraboo, according to data from the state Department of Natural Resources. The popular destination boasts some the state's most notable natural features like the Devil's Doorway, Balanced Rock, the East and West Bluff Trails, and has trails that connect to Parfrey’s Glen Natural Area. It's no wonder that during the warmer months, Devil's Lake is often fully booked months out.

WAUNAKEE, Wis. -- One of the most successful high school football coaches in Wisconsin history is calling it a career.

The Campus/Community Choir of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Baraboo Sauk County will present “Songs of the Season” on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 2:30 p.m., in the Al. Ringling Theater in downtown Baraboo. The concert, with 56 voices and a dozen instrumentalists, will unite multiple traditions and styles, and offer a fitting seasonal celebration, according to Choir Director Dan Krunnfusz.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around portage..

WAUNAKEE, Wis. -- The Waunakee High School football team on Friday announced a fundraiser to create a scholarship in memory of Reed Ryan.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Thursday is $3.246, a week ago the price is $3.268 , according to AAA.

The former accounting manager for Madison’s Sun Peak Solar was charged Thursday with embezzling almost $180,000 from the company over her five months of employment there this year, the Wisconsin State Journal reports. Sabrina L. Stout, 26, of Loganville, was charged with theft in a business setting over $100,000...

A Middleton resident with a past homicide conviction is facing new drug-related charges. The individual, previously convicted for a reckless homicide in 2005, is now implicated in over half a dozen open felony cases, all seemingly drug-related.

The haunting silence of Arena, North Dakota's ghost town, belies a once-vibrant history now preserved only through photographs and the memories of those who knew it. Founded in 1906, Arena's story is a microcosm of the broader historical narrative of North Dakota, reflective of the state's cycle of prosperity and decline, particularly during times of hardship such as the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. While the town's structures slowly succumb to time, the legacy of its inhabitants endures, contributing to the state's cultural and historical mosaic.

100 Years Ago Dec. 20, 1923 Mrs. James T. Thompson, Dane, mother of T.J. Thompson, died Friday morning after a lingering illness. Mrs. C.E. McWatty and Fire Chief Flatman were injured in an auto accident while answering a fire call to the Ray Poyner farm on Sunday. ...

High school basketball is on the schedule today in Columbia County, Wisconsin, and info on these games is available in this article, if you're looking for how to watch them. Follow high school basketball this season on the NFHS Network! Keep tabs on your family or alma mater and tune in!

In a recent turn of events, a dramatic car chase unfolded in Middleton, Wisconsin, when two young men attempted to evade the authorities in a stolen car. The incident, which took place on the early morning of November 29, 2023, left local law enforcement agencies on high alert.