What to do in Madison this week: Aug. 17-20, 2026
Picks this week include Chicago Latin Groove at Concerts at McKee; a homecoming show for musician-activist Raine Stern. Source: Isthmus.com
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WRN Deep Dive: No Helmets, No Seatbelts top factors in fatal ATV/UTV crashes so far in 2026
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) statistics show the lack of wearing helmets and using seatbelts are the primary causes of the 29 fatal ATV/UTV incidents so far in 2026. Wisconsin leads the nation in fatal ATV/UTV incidents. A third major factor in fatal crashes is the lack of completing a safety education course. “This […] Source: WRN.com
Read moreWRN Daily: DHS confirms measles outbreak in Iowa & Lafayette Counties
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reports a large increase in confirmed measles cases in Iowa and Lafayette counties — up from two to 15 confirmed and six probables as of Thursday morning. “The rapid emergence of these cases, particularly among people who have not traveled outside of Wisconsin, indicates that there is active local […] Source: WRN.com
Read moreWisconsin's primary was a warning for Democrats
Ankita Bharadwaj, a former Dane County community organizing director with the Wisconsin Democratic Party, says Dems need to start listening to its voters. Source: Isthmus.com
Read moreStories that matter
“For me, the hope was to make a human connection, help the student think creatively, and teach skills that would help not just the current paper, but their future writing as well.” Source: Isthmus.com
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