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The University of Wisconsin System is preparing a Bachelor degree program for inmates.  The funding for the effort came last week from Madison non profit Ascendium.  The new program will be handled jointly by UW-Madison, Greenbay, Milwaukee, Oshkosh and Parkside. 

The Wisconsin Badgers women’s volleyball squad is headed to the Sweet 16.  Yesterday, the Badgers defeated Florida Gulf Coast three to nothing to advance in the NCAA Tournament.  Next up for UW are the NCAA regional semifinal.  The match is set to be played this coming Thursday in the UW Field House with an opponent yet to be determined.

Police are searching for a woman involved in retail theft. An unidentified female, approximately 5’07”, mid 40s, with dark hair possibly with maroon highlights, and driving a gray Chevrolet Impala or similar style vehicle, was in Walmart and attempted to leave the store without paying for numerous items in a cart. When confronted by employees the female abandoned the cart of items and continued to her vehicle and left the area. Upon reviewing the female’s activity in the store it

Hello. We are glad you are here to start your day. We like to kick the weekend off on a lighter note with a “scroll down memory lane.” It’s a simple way to look back on some events that have happened along the way to lead us here to this day. So, snag your favorite sippin’ drink and let’s scroll! Today is Saturday, December 4th, the 338th day of the year.  There are 27 days until the end of the

A worldwide shortage of microchip technology is the reason for a delayed rollout of the Beltline flex lanes.  So say Wisconsin Department of Transportation officials.  Yesterday the DOT said the signage for the new lanes includes digital displays that use computer chips which are a scarce commodity at this time.  As a result, the new lanes on the road between Whitney Way and I-39/30 won’t open for the public’s use until sometime next summer.

Police in Madison say a student faces charges after getting caught with a loaded gun at school.  No one was hurt during the incident that happened Thursday at La Follette High School.  The 18-year old is in the Dane County Jail awaiting a hearing in court on Monday.  The weapon was stolen.   Madison Police credit the school principal and other staffers with keeping a cool head which helped avoid the weapon from actually being fired during the confrontation with the

City leaders in Mauston cite COVID-19 as the cause for a last minute cancelation of this year’s Christmas parade.  The city’s Facebook page announced the parade cancelation only hours prior to start time yesterday.  The statement also says plans for the Holiday Train Viewing Party on December 18 are also canceled.  The reason cited is from state health data that shows Juneau County to have the highest COVID-19 infection rate in the state.

If you are a snow lover, the crisp air fires you up, and winter is among your favorite seasons, then you are perfect for Wintermission! A local effort to embrace this Wisconsin Winters. Plus, there’s a hashtag for that! Winter advocates are excited for the season! Don’t complain about winter weather. Embrace it. Invite family and friends to winter events and activities to avoid social isolation. Participate in recreational activities such as snowshoeing, cross country skiing or sledding. Use #EauWinter

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is vetoing a series of abortion bills.  The governor issued the five vetoes today saying they would restrict reproductive healthcare access in the state.  Evers says he does not want to turn “back the clock” on reproductive rights.

Another competency review is coming for the man accused of stabbing an Appleton cop.  Troy VanGrinsven’s attorney says a psychiatrist determined he can’t stand trial and probably never will.  Outagamie County prosecutors successfully petitioned a judge for a second opinion.  VanGrinsven is charged with attempted homicide after police say he charged and stabbed Sergeant Tyrell West last year.