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MADISON, Wis. -- A motorcyclist was taken to a hospital Tuesday evening after a crash on Madison's east side, police said.

Discover how a simple iPhone deal turned deadly in Fitchburg, as an online transaction spirals into a shooting. Uncover the investigation that led to the arrest of an 18-year-old suspect, and the shocking revelation of a previous robbery and attempted murder.

Autopsy reports on the carbon monoxide deaths of three North Carolina-based Marines last summer say they were found at a gas station in a car with unconnected and rusted exhaust pipes.

City Council members heard public comment regarding an employment-housing development proposed by Black Men Coalition of Dane County (BMCDC) at their Wednesday, Dec. 5, meeting. After deliberating and listening to residents’ opinions, they unanimously denied the land-use change to the comprehensive plan from commercial to mixed-use. If approved, BMCDC would have been able to move forward with their plan. This vote was a culmination of weeks of city-wide discussion regarding...

MADISON, Wis. — Video games are big business, and new technology is making them more life-like than ever before. Despite the advancements, there’s a growing desire to play the old classics. That’s where Aftershock Classic Arcade in Madison comes in. It’s home to hundreds of video game machines...

Madison police have apprehended a 'career criminal' linked to a series of burglaries. The suspect, known for prior theft convictions, was caught after a resident reported stolen packages. Surveillance footage allegedly shows the suspect in action. A preliminary hearing is set for December 12th.

Check out this roundup of current open positions in the Madison area. From dog lovers to healthcare professionals, we've included a variety of job titles for your consideration.

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around verona.

Dogs have helped the Dane County Sheriff’s Office for years, in a variety of roles. Now, it’s welcoming two more furry canine additions, which are joining the office’s Peer Support Team. Luna and Nova are certified emotional support dogs and belong to Deputy Eric Miller, who started...

Jamie Aulik thought Verona was a “great community” well before he applied for the position of city administrator. As one of the fastest growing cities in Wisconsin, Aulik saw an opportunity and challenge in serving Verona as administrator – a role he has held since June 1, 2023. He had previously worked as the city administrator in Kiel and held three terms as the Manitowoc County clerk.

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A man described by Madison Police Department as a “prolific burglar” was arrested in a string of property crimes, along with another person. MPD explained Tuesday that its Burglary Crime Unit, MPD District officials and Dane County law enforcement were working together on crimes ranging from burglaries to stolen vehicles. The agencies worked together in October and November .

The Madison Police Department is currently on the lookout for a suspect implicated in a recent animal cruelty incident, which has raised serious concerns among local residents. The case unfolded on the afternoon of Friday, November 10, when video footage captured a person of interest near an SUV on the 700 block of Rethke Avenue at around 2:30 p.m. With details of the cruelty act still under wraps, the police have issued a call for public assistance, urging anyone with information to come forward and contact the Madison Area Crime Stoppers. This effort underscores the necessity for community involvement in bringing justice to such harrowing cases.

Today, the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 139 announced its endorsement of Sen. Melissa Agard as the next Dane County Executive. Agard currently represents Wisconsin’s 16th Senate District and was unanimously elected as Senate Democratic Leader in November 2022. Prior to her time in the state Senate, Agard served in the Wisconsin State Assembly and on the Dane County Board.

MADISON, Wis. - Act 10 is a law that puts limits on state and local government worker unions, like teachers' unions. Now, there's a new lawsuit challenging the law. In this episode of Open Record, FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn invites FOX6 political reporter Jason Calvi and Waukesha beat reporter Bret Lemoine on to talk about the latest lawsuit challenging Act 10. The group talks about why it's happening now, what it would mean if the law was overturned, and what they remember about the protests in Madison back in 2011 when the bill was first signed into law.

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin's wedding barns face new regulations under a liquor law overhaul bill they fought to kill but that Gov. Tony Evers signed into law over their objections on Wednesday.

A local assistant police chief was making her voice heard down in Madison. A local government official in Two Rivers who was watching for library legislation on Wisconsin Eye, the state’s version of C-SPAN, says he saw testimony from Two Rivers Assistant Police Chief Mellisa Wiesner. Police Chief Ben...

Dane County Executive Joe Parisi sent an email to all Dane County department heads and elected officials on Nov. 28 requesting all departments “phase out” use of social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, by Jan. 1, 2024. Since billionaire Elon Musk’s purchase of Twitter in October...

Tracking Wisconsin vs. Penn State in the NCAA volleyball tournament, including start time and TV channel for the regional semifinal match.

Devin Harris, NBA All-Star, Big Ten Player of the Year, Wisconsin Mr. Basketball, father of three precious daughters, living a full life in Texas, with the freedom to do what he wants, and money to invest, still had that one promise, nagging him. Getting his degree. So a couple years...

In a surprising and unfortunate turn of events, an incident unfolded in Madison, Wisconsin, that involved an attack on a Little Caesars Pizza employee. The incident occurred when two individuals arrived late to pick up their pizza order after the pizza shop had already closed for the night. This blog post will delve into the details of this incident, shedding light on what happened, the response from law enforcement, and the current status of the case.