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How One Wisconsin Legislator Is Being Courted By Big Oil: Report
As the Trump administration pushes for rollbacks in car fuel standards, here's how Marathon Oil is pressuring a Wisconsin State Rep.

UW 101, Savannah State 60: Brad Davison shoots his way out of his slump
The sophomore guard hit 5 of 6 three-pointers and 6 of 7 shots in the opening half. He finished with 24 points on 6 of 9 threes and 8 of 11 overall.

Kimberly-Clark, state reach $28 million deal to keep Cold Spring open
Wisconsin will give Kimberly-Clark at least $25 million in tax incentives to keep the Cold Spring facility open in Fox Crossing. The personal care product company and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation agreed to terms on a five-year agreement. It gives Kimberly-Clark $28 million in tax incentives. The deal is contingent on job retention, capital investment and supply chain purchases. "It's about keeping our workforce here and across the...

Brewers acquire reliever Alex Claudio in trade with Texas Rangers
The Brewers will send their competitive balance pick to Texas in exchange for the lefty reliever

Khris Middleton searching for a way out of recent slump
Khris Middleton has a reputation as one of the Bucks' more reliable players, but he's not immune to slumps. And right now, he's definitely mired in one.

Amid nationwide threats, Town of Cedarburg business receives bomb threat
A town of Cedarburg business received a bomb threat via email Thursday afternoon. The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office said the business is Dimat Co. on Sycamore Drive. The building was evacuated and local businesses were advised of the threat. Bomb sniffing dogs have been requested to clear the building and surrounding area. The road to the business is closed until the area has been cleared and deemed safe to the public. There have also been...

Packers LG Lane Taylor on track to return against Bears
The Packers will likely get back their starting left guard on Sunday in Chicago.

How Much Wisconsin Households Make Per Year: New Census Report
New town-by-town data shows how far above or below your community is to the state median. We rank every Wisconsin community.

UW notes: David Edwards, Tyler Biadasz await grades from NFL's College Advisory Committee
David Edwards, a redshirt junior who got a second-round grade last year, has been hampered by a nerve injury in 2018.

At Random starting to reopen, but with random hours
At Random in Bay View is beginning to reopen. John Dye, the owner of Bryant's Lounge and The Jazz Estate, took over At Random at 2501 S. Delaware Ave. a few months ago and closed it for a few months. The lounge, known for its classic cocktails, is starting to open for certain hours. The owner says, if you see the lights on, stop in. If you are driving a far distance, call first to make sure they are serving. The bar will have regular hours once...

Heroes of 2018: From Cave Divers to a Fearless Flier
“The most important lesson we learned is that nothing is impossible.”

Week in Pictures: 45 must-see images from around the world
<p>The best photos from around the world this week.</p>

Nancy Pelosi due to be America's oldest House speaker
Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., is on course to become the oldest person in history to hold the speaker's gavel now that she has secured a deal to give her at least two more years as the top House of Representatives leader.

'I just want to see my daughter': Detained migrant fears losing child
"I never thought this would happen until they took her from me," Vilma Carrillo of Guatemala said.

Bear attacks, drags woman outside Pennsylvania home
Game wardens say a bear attacked a woman outside her home in Pennsylvania and dragged her more than 80 yards. The attack happened Wednesday in Muncy Creek Township, which is located about 16 miles east of Williamsport. The woman has been hospitalized in critical condition, and her dog was also injured.

Strasbourg reopens Christmas market after gunman killed
A relieved Strasbourg prepared to reopen its popular Christmas market on Friday after French police shot dead the gunman who killed three people there in an attack claimed by the Islamic State group.

Disney hotel clerk accused of stealing nearly $49K
A former front-desk clerk at Walt Disney World is accused of making more than $48,000 in fake credit-card refunds that he transferred to himself.&nbsp;

Sanders and Warren Meet and Agree: They Both Are Probably Running
Senator Elizabeth Warren and Senator Bernie Sanders met Wednesday night to discuss what has become obvious: They both are considering a presidential run in 2020.

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The 10 best movies of 2018
Films this year made us believe change is possible and the status quo is moving in the right direction.

Jenna Dewan works up a sweat, plus more celeb pics
Star Tracks: Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018

Dax Shepard shuts down claim he had affair with Julie Andrews’ granddaughter
Breaking the silence. Dax Shepard spoke out on Thursday, December 13, after news of the actor’s alleged affair with Julie Andrews’ granddaughter broke. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard’s Fun-Filled Romance “Hey Daily Mail, that photo is 13 years old, not 9. Also, Kayti has sold stories to tabloids about Matthew Perry, Jack Osbourne, Kid Rock, and now me,” he captioned a screenshot of the outlet’s story about the alleged affair on Thursday. “I look...

Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell pose as sexy Mr. and Mrs. Claus
The longtime couple is getting in the Christmas spirit!

Ariana Grande releases new song 'Imagine'
Ariana Grande Releases New Song 'Imagine'

Sherri Shepherd shares emotional reason behind 30-pound weight loss
The comedian spoke with ET on the set of her upcoming Netflix series.

Pratt and Schwarzenegger are Instagram official
The couple was first photographed together in June.

Whoops! Mistakes from the best movies of all time
Stacker explores mistakes from the best movies of all time.

Local Wisconsin News

Deaths of 2 people in La Grange appears to be murder-suicide
Police say the death of two people in the Township of La Grange is an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says the body of a wo...

If you needed a life-changing surgery, would your health insurance help? It didn't for this woman.
If you were diagnosed with a serious illness that required a potentially life-changing surgery, would your health insurance company have your back?

That's the question Bethany Kelly ...

No shots fired, man arrested during downtown fight, police say
A Madison man is facing charges after showing a gun during an argument downtown Friday morning.

Police said in a release officers responded to a report of a man with a gun in the 30...

Two men facing charges after stabbing each other in downtown Madison fight, police say
Madison police say two men are recovering after stabbing each other in a fight in downtown Madison Thursday night.

The incident reportedly started at 9:40 p.m. with an argument betwe...

Orfordville fire leaves house uninhabitable, officials say
Units from 13 different fire departments responded to a fire at a home in Orfordville, according to officials with the Orfordville Fire Department.

The call reporting the fire at 8...

Wisconsin agency looks at eliminating professional licensing requirements
Next year the hundreds of professions regulated by the state of Wisconsin could lose their licensing requirements.

The Department of Safety and Professional Services is exploring the...

WisDOT asks for public input on I-39/90 and Beltline interchange project
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is inviting the public to give their opinion on their preferred alternative to the ...

'Where are we going from here?': Baraboo schools plan tolerance events after anti-Semitic incidents
Community leaders and officials from the School District of Baraboo have a series of events planned ...

Interest-free microloans help businesses hit by flooding stay afloat
Some businesses are still struggling months after the historic flooding. Now, local and state groups are announcing microloans to help business stay afloat.

The Wisconsin Economic De...

5 ways to manage your family's holiday stress
It's one of the world's biggest ironies: How can a season that's supposed to be filled with joy be so stressful? The hectic nature of the holidays can turn anyone into a Grinch.

But ...

Chance for a White Christmas in Madison looks slim, but there's still reason for hope!
Bing Crosby wasn't the only one dreaming of a white Christmas. Countless folks look forward to the prospect each year.

However, an inch of snow on the ground on Christmas morning in ...

Alder proposing Visions nightclub liquor license revocation
Following the shooting at Visions nightclub Sunday, the ...

FCC decision could force JATV off cable
A decision from the FCC could force local access television station JATV off cable.

The FCC is currently in a hearing period to decide on whether or not local access stations should ...

Ex-Oshkosh YMCA Santa charged with child sex assault
A former daycare worker at the Oshkosh YMCA is charged with sexually assaulting a 3-year-old girl.

B.T. Adams, 75, was charged Thursday with two counts of first-degree sexual assault...

Police say email threat of explosive device a scam
Police advised citizens this week that if you receive an email with a bomb threat, it's likely a scam.

Madison police said the department has received a couple OF reports Thursday r...