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Don’t forget about the lieutenant governor’s race
With so much attention being paid to the Democratic race for governor, it’s easy to overlook the competitive primary for lieutenant governor. more
Chelsey DeQuaine
Only one can win
With less than a week to go before the primary election, seven of the eight Democratic gubernatorial candidates met for a forum, hoping to convince undecided voters that they’re the best person to beat Gov. Scott Walker in November. more
Aug 9, 2018
Let the sun shine
Municipalities and companies are leading the way on renewable energy in Wisconsin. more
Aug 9, 2018
Chali Pittman
WORT DJs vow to continue show after shooting
WORT FM DJs “uneasy” but not fearful following shooting at the community radio station. more
Aug 9, 2018
Understory
Stormy weather
Most weather forecasting relies on radar and satellites. Understory is hoping to modernize ground-based sensors, which are prone to failure. more
Aug 9, 2018
Madweek for Aug. 9, 2018
This Madweek brings scooters scorned by Soglin, gun violence of the potato variety, CrossFit cash and more. more
Aug 9, 2018
WATCH: 2018 Democratic gubernatorial debate
Seven of the eight candidates answer questions from Isthmus, WORT 89.9 FM and The Progressive magazine at the Aug. 8 Democratic gubernatorial debate. more
Aug 8, 2018
Debate gives Democratic voters chance to make up their minds
Although Gov. Scott Walker appears vulnerable in his reelection bid, 38 percent of Democratic voters still have no idea who they want to challenge him. more
Aug 6, 2018
3:38 PM
Dylan Brogan
One injured in shooting at WORT studio
A WORT hip hop DJ was injured after a masked man entered the community radio station and started shooting. Madison police say an investigation is ongoing. more
Aug 5, 2018
3:59 PM
Matthew Norman
Say cheeeeese
The Dutch held the world record for the largest cheese board, with 3,376 pounds. But that’s child’s play to Wisconsinites, who easily set a new record. more
Aug 3, 2018
2:32 PM
Amy Stocklein
Brunch with Barbie
Barbie Strong suffers from advanced Alzheimer’s. But her family and friends have ensured that 79-year-old woman’s twilight years are filled with love and activity — including brunch every Saturday at Mickey’s Tavern. more
Aug 2, 2018
5:01 AM
David Michael Miller
Scoot along
In January, Madison began banning moped and scooter parking on city sidewalks and terraces. Although some downtown blocks had become cluttered with the motorbikes, critics say the ban has effectively outlawed mopeds in Madison. more
Aug 2, 2018
5:00 AM
Wisconsin Wonder
Republicans underestimated Tammy Baldwin in 2012. This election, outside interest groups started targeting the Wisconsin senator months ago. more
Aug 2, 2018
5:00 AM
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Don’t forget about the lieutenant governor’s race
With so much attention being paid to the Democratic race for governor, it’s easy to overlook the competitive primary for lieutenant governor. more
WATCH: 2018 Democratic gubernatorial debate
Seven of the eight candidates answer questions from Isthmus, WORT 89.9 FM and The Progressive magazine at the Aug. 8 Democratic gubernatorial debate. more
Only one can win
With less than a week to go before the primary election, seven of the eight Democratic gubernatorial candidates met for a forum, hoping to convince undecided voters that they’re the best person to beat Gov. Scott Walker in November. more
Dems should reject arrogance
Democrats should reward candidates who campaign cheerfully, work hard and answer tough questions that have a right to be asked. more
Goodbye, house
Twenty years ago we bought a fix-it-upper. Now it’s time to downsize. more
