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Inaugural Keys to Kenosha event to kick off Nov. 7

50 doors in Kenosha to unique sites, government buildings and architectural sites will soon be unlocked to the public with the inaugural Keys to Kenosha event on Nov. 7.

On Halloween, a Christmas lights tradition, smaller but brighter, returns to University Avenue

Around 30 volunteers helped string up lights, continuing what is now a 31-year tradition.

$2 for Arts: Leaders look for added support across Wisconsin

State arts leaders are pushing for an increase in arts funding to $2 per capita, hoping the post-election landscape will prove more favorable to change.

Middleton boys volleyball secures state berth with walk-off ace

A junior’s ace walked it off for the Cardinals during a sweep over Madison West of a WIAA sectional finals match.

Pardeeville senior makes most of 1st trip to Division 3 state meet with top-5 finish

The Bulldogs standout overcame previous injury woes to reach the podium in her only state appearance at The Ridges Golf Course.

Madison records 2 homicides within hours of one another

The homicides, the city’s eighth and ninth of the year, are stretching a police department already prepped for a long Halloween weekend.

What are peptides? The chemicals touted by RFK Jr., explained

Food and Drug Administration advisors are discussing whether seven unapproved peptides should be allowed in certain compounded prescription drugs.

Racine Literacy Council auctioning descendant of begonia owned by Albert Einstein

The auction will be online Nov. 1-8 and proceeds will benefit the educational work of the RLC.

Romance scammers stole $9M from elderly to buy jewels, Lamborghini

The victims thought they had found romance and love — but instead were deceived by a ruse that left their hopes dashed and their savings accounts depleted.

French bulldog stolen from North Side Madison apartment during burglary

The dog, named Fatty, is 8 months old, weighs about 20 pounds and was wearing a black harness and blue bone-shaped name tag on the day he was stolen

Looking for some cool Halloween decorations? Here are a few in Madison

Here are a few photos that show the creativity and Halloween spirit of homeowners who go all out to transform their homes for the spooky holiday.

Christa Pike speaks out after execution attempt: 'I'm deeply hurt'