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The goals included hiring and promoting more women and members of racial minority groups.
01/24/2025

The goals included hiring and promoting more women and members of racial minority groups.

Target said Friday that it would join rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have come under attack from conservative activists and, as of this week, the White House.

01/24/2025

Join us for Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Saturday at 5 p.m. on WMTV.

The resale store is known for providing local families a space to buy and sell gently used children’s items.
01/24/2025

The resale store is known for providing local families a space to buy and sell gently used children’s items.

Calvin Jones was with the Green Bay Packers when they won the Super Bowl after the 1996 season.
01/24/2025

Calvin Jones was with the Green Bay Packers when they won the Super Bowl after the 1996 season.

Calvin Jones, who rushed for more than 3,000 yards in three seasons at Nebraska and was with the Green Bay Packers when they won the Super Bowl after the 1996 season, has died.

Fauci is the latest in a string of former Trump aides-turned-critics to see their federal protection canceled despite on...
01/24/2025

Fauci is the latest in a string of former Trump aides-turned-critics to see their federal protection canceled despite ongoing threats to their lives.

President Donald Trump has ended the federal security detail for Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Assistant District Attorney Alex Goulart called Kelly Markham’s home a “house of horrors” and argued for a maximum 20-ye...
01/24/2025

Assistant District Attorney Alex Goulart called Kelly Markham’s home a “house of horrors” and argued for a maximum 20-year sentence.

Following her release, Markham must register as a s*x offender for the rest of her life.

Heads up to UW-Madison parents!
01/24/2025

Heads up to UW-Madison parents!

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department is warning the public about recent phone call scam attempts targeting parents of UW students.

Giant Pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao made their public debut at the zoo on Friday.
01/24/2025

Giant Pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao made their public debut at the zoo on Friday.

More than 98% of shares voted against the proposal.
01/24/2025

More than 98% of shares voted against the proposal.

Costco has claimed victory in pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices.

The high flu levels come as DHS reported the first flu-related death of a child last week.
01/24/2025

The high flu levels come as DHS reported the first flu-related death of a child last week.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says respiratory illness levels are high and UW Health is seeing a spike in influenza hospitalizations, officials said Friday.

Officers reported finding one of the suspects allegedly hiding on the roof of a Cross Plains business.
01/24/2025

Officers reported finding one of the suspects allegedly hiding on the roof of a Cross Plains business.

Dane County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested two men Thursday accused of driving while intoxicated.

01/24/2025

JUST IN: Trump proposes ‘getting rid of FEMA’ while visiting hurricane damage in North Carolina

RECALL: Ford Motor Co. is recalling 272,827 Broncos and Mavericks due to a power problem that can cause vehicles to stop...
01/24/2025

RECALL: Ford Motor Co. is recalling 272,827 Broncos and Mavericks due to a power problem that can cause vehicles to stop unexpectedly or fail to start.

The vehicles were made between February 2021 and October 2022, when Ford stopped using those specific batteries.

UnitedHealth Group will promote one of its top insurance executives to replace Brian Thompson, the slain CEO of its Unit...
01/24/2025

UnitedHealth Group will promote one of its top insurance executives to replace Brian Thompson, the slain CEO of its UnitedHealthcare arm.

The complaint blames Los Angeles and its municipal water department for the water issues that hampered firefighting effo...
01/24/2025

The complaint blames Los Angeles and its municipal water department for the water issues that hampered firefighting efforts and says it ultimately led to the damage to their properties.

The couple filed the lawsuit along with more than 20 other property owners and residents affected by the Palisades Fire.

The vote was 51-49, with a final vote on confirmation expected Friday.
01/24/2025

The vote was 51-49, with a final vote on confirmation expected Friday.

The Senate advanced the nomination of Pete Hegseth as President Donald Trump’s defense secretary Thursday.

JUST IN: Country star Morgan Wallen will be joined by special guests Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley at Camp Randall.
01/24/2025

JUST IN: Country star Morgan Wallen will be joined by special guests Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley at Camp Randall.

UW Athletics announced country star Morgan Wallen will be coming to Camp Randall on Saturday, June 28.

Did you feel it?
01/24/2025

Did you feel it?

Loud sounds have been echoing through the Isthmus followed by the ground shaking, and a natural occurrence called icequakes are to blame.

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Join us for Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Saturday at 5 p.m. on WMTV.

Chilly conditions are expected today, but milder weather is on the way through the weekend and into next week.

On Hold: Dire delays at hospital ERs create long waits for ambulance crews, put patients at risk
On Hold: Dire delays at hospital ERs create long waits for ambulance crews, put patients at risk

In an emergency, every second matters. InvestigateTV+ uncovers ambulance wait times today at 3:30 p.m. on WMTV.

How a ‘barefoot trail’ aims to better connect people with nature
How a ‘barefoot trail’ aims to better connect people with nature

Did you know there could be benefits to walking barefoot? InvestigateTV+ reveals a barefoot hiking trail today at 3:30 p.m. on WMTV.

A Cold Weather Advisory will be in effect until midnight tonight. An Extreme Cold Warning will be in effect from midnight until 9:00am Tuesday.

Bitterly cold temperatures will hang around for the next couple of days. Wind chills will be well below zero through the period.

Mild temperatures are expected over the next couple of days. Bitterly cold air returns early next week.

Vietnam veteran reunited with dog tag over 50 years after it was lost during the war
Vietnam veteran reunited with dog tag over 50 years after it was lost during the war

This veteran’s dog tags were lost in Vietnam over 50 years ago. InvestigateTV+ reveals how they were returned today at 3:30 p.m. on WMTV.

We have more cold weather in the forecast through Wednesday morning. Milder temperatures return for the end of the week.

‘It makes you make better safety decisions’: bridge collapse heightens awareness among port pilots
‘It makes you make better safety decisions’: bridge collapse heightens awareness among port pilots

Following the tragedy in the Baltimore harbor, port safety has been a top priority around the country. InvestigateTV+ digs deeper today at 3:30 p.m. on WMTV.

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