Adam Duxter
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Eli Hart’s Former Foster Mom Says She Feared Him Returning To His Mother’s Custody
Six-year-old Eli Hart’s family is continuing to share the feelings of grief and frustration they say have persisted since the boy was found dead in a car trunk near Orono Friday morning. → Read More
'He was a family man': Mother of murdered teen asks for justice while community raises support
Family and friends of 17-year-old Jovan Freeny are mourning his absence while demanding answers in his death. → Read More
'I am concerned': Rock County preparing for surge in COVID hospitalizations this fall
COVID cases are once again surging in Rock County after staying relatively dormant for the last eight weeks. With active cases quintupling since July 6 and hospitalizations once again climbing, those who serve the area are preparing for the worst. → Read More
Thousands celebrate Waunakee's 150th anniversary at Waunaboom celebration
Thousands visited Waunakee's Ripp Park for the fifth ever "Waunaboom" celebration Sunday. → Read More
Rain is on its way – but is it coming fast enough to help Wisconsin’s farmers?
JANESVILLE, Wis. – After dealing with an incredibly dry month, the first real help could be on the way for farmers in Southern Wisconsin. Doug Rebout, of Roger Rebout and Sons Farms in Rock County, said it’ll take a fair amount of precipitation to get growth where it needs to be. “If we could get an inch of rain every... → Read More
Return of AmFam Championship provides lasting memories for golf fans
MADISON, Wis. – For the second day in a row, thousands of golf fans migrated to University Ridge Golf Course for day two of the AmFam championship Saturday. “It’s been phenomenal,” said Tournament Director Nate Pokrass. “It’s been a phenomenal week.” Pokrass and other event leaders had just months to plan, after announcing the event would return in April. This... → Read More
'GRiT' event gives Dane County girls a chance to learn mountain biking skills
More than 50 girls ages 12-18 got a chance to learn something new Sunday, a sport coaches say can often be too intimidating to try. → Read More
'The class of 2021 is unique': Veterans Memorial Coliseum hosts graduation ceremonies for resilient '21 class
MADISON, Wis. – The hundreds of graduating seniors from Monona Grove High School were able to celebrate without restrictions in front of family and friends at Veterans Memorial Coliseum Saturday. Prior to capacity limits in Dane County dropping, the school had planned to hold commencements in Lake Mills. For graduates, holding the ceremony locally under loosened guidelines meant spending the... → Read More
'We're back': 1,500 fans fill Breese Stevens for Forward Madison FC opener
MADISON, Wis. – Nearly 1,500 filled Breese Stevens Stadium in Madison for Forward Madison’s home opener against North Carolina FC. For the fans in attendance, Saturday evening’s game was a win – even before the game was played. “We’re just really happy to be able to be back, and this is awesome,” said supporter Kieth Poniewaz. “It feels like a... → Read More
Despite no limits on outdoor crowds in Dane Co, venue size could put sports, concerts at less than 20 percent capacity
While Public Health Madison Dane County's newest health and safety guidelines linked to the pandemic removed capacities for outdoor crowds, event planners are running into a unique issue. → Read More
Four neighbors had enough of their village leadership, so they ran as write-ins and took their place
In a clean sweep, four write-in candidates in a Wisconsin village took down every incumbent on the ballot. → Read More
Amber Alert issued in City of Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Milwaukee Police have issued an Amber Alert for two missing children under the age of two. Police say they are looking for 36-year-old Darrell A Harbour, who reportedly injured the children’s mother before leaving with the children in his vehicle. Harbour is suspected to have left N 13th Street in Milwaukee earlier today with 2-year-old Winter Harbour... → Read More
Legends Tavern says 'Last Call' after 37 years
JANESVILLE, Wis. – After nearly 37 years in operation, Janesville’s Legends Tavern welcomed patrons for the final time Saturday afternoon. Owner Tim Millis said the event is a mixed bag of emotions. “It’s been a little bit of a roller coaster,” Millis said. “Everyone says congratulations, but I don’t know if I need to be congratulated for closing this place... → Read More
Rock Haven employees fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine now eyeing potential lawsuit
JANESVILLE, Wis. – Nearly two months after a number of Rock Haven Nursing Home employees were laid off for refusing to take a county-mandated Coronavirus vaccine, they, along with a lawyer are fighting for payback. Fitchburg-based attorney Michael Anderson says a staff member contacted him the moment they learned they’d be required to get a vaccine. “I look into it,... → Read More
92-unit complex opening in Janesville brings affordable two-bedroom rents as low as $389
JANESVILLE, Wis. – After years of trying to find a solution to lack of affordable housing, the City of Janesville is hopeful it’s moving in the right direction. Opening May 1, the River Flats Apartment Complex offers 92 options for two and three bedroom units. Tw0-bedroom units start at just $389 and scale up to $925 based on tenant income.... → Read More
As COVID-19 restrictions ease, are we safe from another surge?
MADISON, Wis. – After nearly a year of not allowing visitors, Madison’s hospitals announced patients will each be allowed one guest beginning Monday. The change is the latest in a series of COVID-19 policy shifts over the last several days, including both Dane and Rock County easing restrictions after a drop in new cases and hospitalizations. “We’ve kind of gone... → Read More
'The damage was done': Cephus' lawyer says he's seeking financial compensation, policy change
The attorney representing former Badger football player Quintez Cephus in a lawsuit against the University of Wisconsin says the legal action centers around a need for policy change. → Read More
Approval of Johnson & Johnson vaccine could bring thousands of additional doses to WI next week
HONSFILE - This Dec. 2, 2020 photo provided by Johnson & Johnson shows vials of the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine in the United States. Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19, according to an analysis by U.S. regulators Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, that sets the stage for a final decision on a new and easier-to-use shot to help tame the... → Read More
Every game with fans at Camp Randall could bring up to $16 million in revenue to Madison, experts say
Economists in Madison say UW Athletics' goal to bring fans back for the fall 2021 football season could bring millions of dollars of revenue back to the city. → Read More
'He was so caring': Friends and family remember Janesville man killed in work accident
JANESVILLE, Wis. – Friends and family of a Janesville man killed in a workplace accident are reflecting on his life more than a week later. Rob Dye, 44, was killed after being pinned between a skid steer removing snow and a trailer. “He was so caring,” said Jim Loui, who worked with Dye for years at Kenco. “He’d look out... → Read More