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Southern Wisconsin residents are actively clearing snow from driveways and sidewalks, fostering a sense of community. Neighbors often help each other, and lifelong residents like John Hodgson have extensive snow removal experience. The City of Madison emphasizes the importance of sidewalk clearing for public health and safety, with an ordinance requiring clearance by noon the day after snow stops. Failure to comply can result in fines, and the city issued 182 citations in 2024. Residents like Ellen Khalifa and John Hodgson highlight the benefits of clear paths for children, runners, and dog walkers.

Morgan Geyser, the 23-year-old involved in the 2014 Slender Man stabbing case, has been transferred from the Waukesha County Jail to a mental health facility. This move comes after her attorney requested the transfer following her escape from a Madison group home and arrest in Illinois last month. Geyser had been placed in the group home after a Waukesha County judge granted her conditional release from mental health treatment earlier this year. She was arrested in Illinois after providing fake names to officers at a gas station. A motion hearing is scheduled for February 16, 2023, to address further details regarding her case.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris embarks on a book tour, visiting Madison, Wisconsin on March 1st, 2026. Her memoir, One Hundred Seven Days, offers insights into her 2024 presidential campaign. Harris aims to engage with communities and inspire civic participation through her appearances.

Tom Vergeront, a man from Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, has been dressing up as Santa Claus for three years, donating hundreds of toys to the Toys for Tots campaign. This year, he donated a record 216 toys, transforming his basement into a mini Santas workshop. His dedication to spreading holiday cheer is a year-round commitment, bringing smiles to many faces during this festive season.

The Powerball jackpot has reached a staggering nine hundred thirty million dollars, making it the second largest prize of two thousand twenty-five. This massive sum has been growing over the past few months, with the potential for life-changing windfalls. Tonights drawing offers two choices for the lucky winner: a lump sum of four hundred twenty-nine million dollars or annuitized prize of nine hundred thirty million dollars over thirty years. Tickets cost just two dollars and are available in nearly all states. The drawing happens three times a week, with many eagerly awaiting the results.

Join Second Harvest Foodbanks Share Your Holidays campaign on December 10th, from 5-6 PM, to triple your impact! Donate online or call 608-204-8000 to turn a $20 contribution into $60 or a $100 donation into $300. This unique opportunity, made possible by dedicated donors like Becky from Madison, will significantly boost efforts to combat food insecurity in the region. Your support ensures more families have access to nutritious food during the holiday season and beyond.

Seven individuals and their dog lost their home in a swiftly contained fire on Madisons east side. Firefighters extinguished the blaze within ten minutes, preventing further damage and ensuring no injuries. The cause is under investigation, and the American Red Cross is aiding the displaced family.

SSM Health and Rock County Public Health unveil new harm reduction vending machine in hospital emergency department, offering life-saving supplies like naloxone, HIV test kits, and educational materials, aiming to combat rising overdose rates and promote public health safety.

Exploring the Cleveland Browns journey under coach Kevin Stefanski, from their eleven-win season in 2020 to the challenges posed by injuries and the Deshaun Watson trade. Despite setbacks, Stefanski led another eleven-win season in 2023, with GM Andrew Berry rebuilding the team. The question remains: can they recover from past decisions and achieve sustained success?