Next snowstorm hits southern Wisconsin later Wednesday, dangerous cold to follow Jeff Richgels Jan 21, 2026 Jan 21, 2026 Updated Feb 26, 2026 × Chief Meteorologist Matt Holiner shows us some of the maps and images he came across while researching the coldest weather the Midwest has ever seen. 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Looking back at the Midwest's worst arctic outbreaks Chief Meteorologist Matt Holiner shows us some of the maps and images he came across while researching the coldest weather the Midwest has ever seen.
Fast-moving data center bill clears Wisconsin Assembly while some ask Legislature to slow down Data centers are likely to be a major topic of debate in the November midterm elections, which include an open race for governor and dozens of…
Porta Bella’s longtime home will live on, at least, in UW-Madison alum’s movie Broden McCune’s new film is set inside Porta Bella’s space on Frances Street, which soon could give way to a 16-story student apartment buildi…
Dane County to pursue $100M partnership with Frank Productions to renovate Coliseum Dane County has begun negotiating with Frank Productions to renovate the Coliseum into a “world-class” music venue.
Packers cornerback's first year with team spoiled by injuries Green Bay's big free agent signing at cornerback last offseason did not get much of a chance at contributing, but is hopeful for his future wi…
Report: Packers interview former Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon for defensive coordinator position Green Bay has reportedly shown interest in a coach who gave the Packers offense some trouble earlier in the season.
10 potential candidates who could fill Packers' defensive coordinator vacancy The Dolphins' decision to hire Jeff Hafley as head coach has left the Packers with a hole on their staff. Here are candidates to fill the defe…
Will bitter cold close Madison schools? Memorial student’s website calculates the chances Since 2022, Henry Riley has been using publicly available, free data and an algorithm he created to predict weather-related school closures.
