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State Representative Warren Petryk announces retirement
MADISON, Wis. (WEAU) - State Representative Warren Petryk is announcing his decision to not seek reelection as Representative for the 93rd Assembly District for the upcoming term. Petryk says in a press release that his official duties will end in January of 2025. Candidates who will be running for his...
Inaugural college sendoff event celebrates Black high school graduates
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Multiple local historically Black organizations came together Saturday to celebrate the achievements of Black high school graduates. The Divine Nine, a group of nine historically Black fraternities and sororities, hosted the first ever D9 College Sendoff honoring scholars headed to college. Event organizers say education disparities...
Girl Scouts celebrate cookie sales at VIP Camp Cookie day
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Hundreds of Wisconsin Girl Scouts were recognized for their cookie sales at VIP Camp Cookie day Saturday. One Janesville scout especially stood out for selling thousands of boxes. Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Badgerland representatives said the event at Camp Brandenburg in the village of Dane had...
Wisconsin football working to flip Minnesota's top class of 2025 commit
Wisconsin is working to flip top Minnesota class of 2025 commit Emmanuel Karmo. The Badgers have an official scheduled with the four-star linebacker for May 31, one week before he officially visits the Gophers. Karmo’s four visits are Wisconsin on May 31, Minnesota on June 7, Ohio State on June...
Stormy start to the week
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Hoping everyone had an amazing weekend, ending with a gorgeous Sunday with sunny skies, and dry and mild weather. This will be the end to our quiet weather, at least until the middle of this coming week. We are looking at back-to-back days of possible severe weather across our area. Both days will have different timings and risks, so we’ll break it down day by day.
Evaluating the Future: Tight End
MADISON, Wis. -- With spring practice now in the rearview mirror, it's time to take stock of Wisconsin's roster position-by-position. How well are the Badgers positioned for long-term success at tight end?. PROJECTED DEPTH CHART. 1. Tucker Ashcraft - So. 2. Jackson McGohan - So. 3. Riley Nowakowski - Sr.
Suspect in DeForest attempted homicides pleads no contest to one charge, others dismissed
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The man accused of plotting to kidnap a former classmate pleaded no contest to one count of attempted homicide Friday, while several other charges were dismissed. The court found Gabriel Savage guilty, but not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect. The court dismissed three...
Casting for Kids Fishing Tournament sees angers raising money in sixth year
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Saturday marked the sixth Casting for Kids fishing tournament put on by former Badger hockey player and coach Mark Osiecki. The event raises money for UW Carbone Cancer Center and the American Family Children’s Hospital. The anglers participated in a catch-photo-and-release multispecies tournament, all fishing...
Former Wisconsin cornerback transfer commits to Incarnate Word
Former Wisconsin cornerback A.J. Tisdell announced his transfer commitment to Incarnate Word on Friday. Tisdell entered the transfer portal on April 26 after spending only the 2023 season with the Badgers. The former three-star recruit was 247Sports’ No. 796 player in the class of 2023, No. 81 cornerback and No....
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