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Helicopter carrying Iran's hard-line president apparently crashes in foggy, mountainous region
A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other officials apparently has crashed in the mountainous northwest reaches of his country.
Army presents Purple Heart to Minnesota veteran 73 years after Korean War wound
Earl Meyer, 96, of St. Peter still has shrapnel in his thigh from a 1951mortar attack, whichcontinues to cause him occasional pain.
1 in 7 Gen Z credit card users are ‘maxed out’ — here are 3 ways to get out of debt
There’s never a good time to carry a credit card balance, but right now is arguably the worst time.Experts say there are solutions for those who feel trapped.
The Mirage casino, which ushered in an era of Las Vegas Strip megaresorts in the ’90s, is closing
The Las Vegas Strip’s storied Mirage hotel-casino, longtime host to Siegfried and Roy and Cirque du Soleil’s dazzling Beatles show,helped transform Sin City into an ultra-luxury resort destination.
America's first Black astronaut candidate finally goes to space 60 years later on Bezos rocket
America's first Black astronaut candidate finally made it to space 60 years later, flying with Jeff Bezos’ rocket company. Ninety-year-old Ed Dwight blasted off from West Texas with five other passengers on Sunday.
Keyless vehicle thefts are on the rise. Here’s how to protect your car from the growing risk
Wireless key fobs and push-button starters make it more convenient to get into your vehicle. It also makes things easier for thieves. These tips can help.
Biden tells Morehouse graduates that he hears their voices of protest over the war in Gaza
President Joe Biden told the graduating class at Morehouse College that he hears their voices of protest over the Israel-Hamas war, and that scenes from the conflict in Gaza have been heartbreaking.
Taking presidential debates out of commission’s hands virtually guarantees fewer viewers
The upcoming Biden-Trump debates will be the first televised general election matchups ever hosted by individual networks— a virtual guarantee they’ll be among the least-watched ever.
New Glarus' World Euchre Championship draws hundreds of players
Hundreds gathered Saturday under the chandeliers in the New Glarus Fest Haus for the second annual World Euchre Championship — pretty much the Midwestern version of “American Ninja Warrior.”
The Senate filibuster is a hurdle to any national abortion bill. Democrats are campaigning on it
Many Democrats campaigning for the Senate this year say they support suspending the filibuster rule to pass nationwide abortion protections. Some warn that Republicans will do the same to impose a federal abortion ban if they win control of Congress in November. But that may not be the case. Several leading Republican senators say they oppose changing the long-standing rule, even if their party retakes the chamber. The filibuster requires 60 votes in the 100-member Senate to advance most legislation. It's been a roadblock for the party in power to push its agenda, but it also can be changed by just a simple majority vote.
Bike shops boomed in pandemic. It’s been a bumpy ride for most ever since as cycling craze cools
Early in the pandemic, a surge of interest in cycling sent bike sales soaring. The boom didn’t last; many shops are slashing prices or rethinking inventory to woo shoppers back.
Southern Wisconsin neighbors: Obituaries for May 19
Read through the obituaries published in Wiscnews.com
Expect more aurora borealis, especially in 2025, UW-Madison expert says
The sun is approaching the peak of its 11-year solar cycle. That means more aurora borealis at lower than normal latitudes on Earth.
Biden hopes to shore up support from Black voters with Morehouse speech
U.S. President Joe Biden is set to deliver the commencement address Sunday Morehouse College, one of the nations preeminent HBCUs located in Atlanta, Georgia.Kim Brunhuber speaks with Gevin Reynolds, a contributor to The Root, about Biden's efforts to shore up support from Black voters.
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Southern Wisconsin neighbors: Obituaries for May 19
Read through the obituaries published in Wiscnews.com
GALLERY: Horicon High School holds graduation ceremony
The Horicon High School class of 69 students had five valedictorians and one salutatorian. Ezra Ballard, Anthony Bushkie, Maddison Kellogg, Adriana Nicolaus and Natalie Spettel were the top-grade earners at the school. Jada Holl came in a close second to being named salutatorian.
Newly listed homes for sale in the Southern Wisconsin area
Browse through recently listed homes in the Southern Wisconsin real estate market and find your next home!
Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital hosts support group for adults with diabetes
Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage is hosting a support group for adults who are affected by diabetes.
New Glarus' World Euchre Championship draws hundreds of players
Hundreds gathered Saturday under the chandeliers in the New Glarus Fest Haus for the second annual World Euchre Championship — pretty much the Midwestern version of “American Ninja Warrior.”
Expect more aurora borealis, especially in 2025, UW-Madison expert says
The sun is approaching the peak of its 11-year solar cycle. That means more aurora borealis at lower than normal latitudes on Earth.
Workers remove dozens of apparent marijuana plants from Wisconsin Capitol tulip garden
"It was just a large number of plants for it to be anything accidental."
Police acted properly in killing carjacker who rammed squad car, Wisconsin DA rules
David O’Leary said Sgt. Robert A. Lewis was justified in shooting Ray Castro, who was pronounced dead at a hospital after being shot in a wild scene captured on video.
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Madison's 'Chimney Doe' finally has a name, after nearly 35 years
The DNA Doe Project has identified the person whose bones were found at the bottom of a chimney in a since-demolished building on University Avenue in September 1989.
Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial ceremony honors fallen officers
Names of four officers will be formally added to the memorial, bringing the total to 293.
Woman killed in Dane County motorcycle crash
The crash on Sunday north of Middleton claimed the life a 54-year-old woman.
Here's what we know about the shooting at Mount Horeb Middle School
Classes at Mount Horeb Middle School were canceled again Friday, two days aftera 14-year-old student showed up with a gunand was killed by police.
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Workers remove dozens of apparent marijuana plants from Wisconsin Capitol tulip garden
"It was just a large number of plants for it to be anything accidental."
La Crosse man makes dire fight for Social Security Disability Insurance
Troy Walker's race against time is on as he battles health conditions and struggles to receive Social Security benefits. His health and finances are at a critical point.
Senate Republicans' effort to override Gov. Tony Evers' vetoes appears to fail
Lawmakers can still convene to consider veto overrides, though such a scenario appears unlikely as lawmakers move from the Capitol to the campaign trail for the November election.
Rep. Shelia Stubbs blasts AG Josh Kaul over inaction on task force
Former Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. Shelia Stubbs ripped Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul for failing to create a task force in the Department of Justice to investigate cases of missing and murdered African American women and girls.
