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Madison influence adds to 'Our Town' universal themes
University Opera's production of Thornton Wilder's story links his Madison roots with a new generation of UW students.
Oscars 2026: Viewership figures in decline as audiences drop by nine per cent
Compared to 10 years ago, this year's Oscars ceremony has lost 16 million viewers... What's behind the drop?View on euronews
As polls head toward closing time, precincts report low turnout
A roundup of the results in key Chicago-area congressional primaries.
House passes 5-year reauthorization to fund small business tech programs
Funding for the SBIR and STTR programs lapsed five months ago. The Senate this month passed a bipartisan bill to fund the programs through Sept. 30, 2031.
White House offers 5 DHS reforms to Democrats
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security lapsed more than a month ago.
Quincy, GREDF now accepting RFQs for sports complex project
The City of Quincy is now taking the next step on an indoor sports complex proposal for 48th and Maine St.
Cattle futures higher waiting on direct business
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live and feeder cattle were higher, getting ready for the week’s direct business and Friday’s On Feed report. April live cattle closed $1.97 higher at $235.22 and June live cattle closed $1.82 higher at $233.70. April feeder cattle closed $4.95 higher at $354.80 and May feeder cattle closed $5.07 higher at […]
iFixit teardown shows iPhone 17e back panel can add MagSafe to iPhone 16e
After opening up the MacBook Neo a few days ago, iFixit is back with a full teardown of the new...
The 2026 Lollapalooza lineup just dropped: Everything to know about dates, headliners, tickets and more
The annual four-day music festival officially returns to Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois July 30-Aug. 2 with over 150 musicians including this year's headliners Charli XCX, Tate McRae, Lorde, Olivia Dean, John Summit, Jennie, The Smashing Pumpkins and The xx.
A St. Patrick’s Day Election in Chicago? Politicians Look for Luck in the Timing.
In a county with the largest Irish American population in the U.S., a crush of parades has been a bounty for candidates searching for votes.
The Top Free Agent WRs Still Sitting There for Vikings
Jalen Nailor left the Minnesota Vikings eight days ago, and the only man on the current roster in line for […]
Science the star at special UChicago, Argonne screening of “Project Hail Mary”
Argonne and UChicago hosted an advanced screening of "Project Hail Mary." The event featured an expert panel on how the film's science resonates with real-world research. UChicago students also hosted hands-on science demos in the theater lobby.
How a Madison maestro composed his life, career in American music
John DeMain will soon retire from the Madison Symphony Orchestra and Madison Opera. In a Cap Times interview, he talks about his career and his published memoirs.
'Dragon Mama' review: Part two of Sara Porkalob's Filipina family saga
Writer-performer Sara Porkalob continues her Dragon Cycle trilogy with the Los Angeles premiere of "Dragon Mama," the second installment of the family epic centered on Filipina mothers taking survival into their own hands.
April 2026: Science history from 50, 100 and 150 years ago
A quorum of quarks; asbestos surprises
The Bear’s Den, March 17, 2026
The Chicago Bears see old friends in new places and a former adversary hangs them up
The Pentagon provided a rare inside look at Palantir's Project Maven
Cameron Staley, the Pentagon's chief digital and AI officer, praised Palantir's tool for modernizing warfighting.
Why Colorado businesses should oppose SB26-134
By Liliana Soto My family has spent the last 30 years building a small piece of Colorado’s food culture. My father founded Las Dos Americas Tortilleria three decades ago with a simple idea to make authentic flour and corn tortillas from scratch and serve our community with pride. What started as a small tortilleria has […]
Wagoner Community Hospital delays March 13 paychecks, cites soft business deposits
Employees at Wagoner Community Hospital were expecting their March 13th paycheck but instead were notified via email their payroll would be delayed.News Channel
The voice of a long ago whale could lead scientists to a breakthrough
Researchers on Cape Cod, Mass., recently discovered the oldest known recordings of whale sounds and believe the discovery could help scientists understand how the animals communicate
Mark your calendars: Weekly sports schedule for March 17-22
Take a look through the weekly sports schedule for the Central Coast, and make your plans to get out and attend, to support local sports programs. Read our coverage online
Chicago business conference to help local entrepreneurs
A Chicago business conference wants to help local entrepreneurs.
The 2026 primary could reshape Illinois politics ‘for decades to come'
The 2026 Illinois primary is not your average midterm election.
Federal judge halts Trump administration’s health care funding cuts to Illinois, for now
A federal judge has blocked efforts by the Trump administration to withhold $600 million in health care grants from Illinois and three other states, while the states’ lawsuit over the cuts proceeds…
Holy Crap: The BMW M3 Wagon Is Actually Going Racing
The race-ready BMW wagon went from a joke to a reality in just eight months.
Why Is Jenna Bush Hager Absent From ‘Today’ This Week?
Find out who will fill in for Bush Hager on the NBC morning show's fourth hour.
Was The “Kotlin Crisis” 550 Million Years Ago The Earth's First Extinction Event?
Imagine the majority of life on Earth vanishing... and no one notices for 550 million years.
Tested: PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Put Through Its Paces On Four Top-Tier Games
Silent Hill f, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Monster Hunter Wilds, Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Live Science Today: 'Hexagonal' diamonds and fish scale down
Monday, March 16, 2026: Your daily shot of the biggest science stories making headlines.
One of Chicago’s biggest warehouse developers is rebranding
The rebranding aims to avoid confusion with similarly-named commercial property developers as the Chicago company expands into new markets.
Scientists create first-of-its-kind ‘hexagonal diamond’ harder than real thing
Material exhibits slightly higher hardness than naturally found diamond
Resident Evil Requiem Now the Series' Fastest-Selling Game Ever, as It Passes New Sales Milestone
Resident Evil Requiem has now sold six million copies, making it the fastest-selling instalment of the horror game since it all kicked off in Raccoon City thirty years ago.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra has a major display flaw that cheap Android phones solved years ago
Forget the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display — I wish Samsung would finally care about PWM dimming and eye comfort features.
Op-Ed: Sherrill's misguided retreat on smart business tax policy
Fifteen years ago, Republicans and Democrats agreed to make New Jersey more competitive. Now, the governor wants to push us backward
If Trump has already won the Iran war, why does he need foreign ships to help him end it?
A week ago, President Donald Trump told Britain not to bother sending ships to the Middle East because he’d already won the Iran war.
2K flights canceled in single day, turning major airport into virtual ghost town
Winter blizzards slam Upper Midwest, forcing airlines to cancel nearly 2,000 flights Sunday. Chicago O'Hare and Minneapolis airports hit hardest.
See photos of stars arriving for the Oscars
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Stars are arriving for the 98th annual Academy Awards, the final stop on Hollywood's monthslong awards season.
The Saga Of This Cheap Bentley Flying Spur Shows Off Just How Tough Volkswagen's W12 Can Be
It withstood years of overheating, enough to stretch head bolts and damage a coolant tank, and is still running as smoothly as it did two decades ago.
Three questions: On the future of AI and the mathematical and physical sciences
Curiosity-driven research has long sparked technological transformations. A century ago, curiosity about atoms led to quantum mechanics, and eventually the transistor at the heart of modern computing. ...
‘Still/Here’ returns to Wisconsin Union Theater after three decades
The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company will bring a new generation of dancers with video clips that accompanied the piece on the same stage in 1994.
Animated ‘Firefly’ Series in Development With Original Cast Set to Return
‘Clearly, the return of Firefly is something the fans want,’ star Nathan Fillion said. ‘More importantly, it’s something they deserve.’
Pete Buttigieg: ‘This is clearly amateur hour at the Pentagon and in the White House’
Fallout: Chicago Demo Appears Online with New Trailer
Fallout: Chicago, a hugely ambitious New Vegas project, has a new demo, which was uploaded alongside a new trailer.
New York Giants' attendance still ranks among the NFL's best
The New York Giants endured another lackluster season in 2025, but that didn't stop fans from showing up in droves.
If students want to understand politics, they should start with Ancient Rome
The Roman Republic fell roughly 2,000 years ago — the culmination of a series of events including Julius Caesar’s assassination 2,069 years ago today. Yet the republic’s ruin still infl…
Column: NFL intrudes on another special day, and other half-baked thoughts on St. Patrick’s Day weekend
Thoughts on a St. Patrick’s Day weekend, including the NFL considering a “Thanksgiving Eve” game, the bloated Big Ten Tournament and Marquee’s version of “Chicago slan…
In physics first, Chinese scientists create rare 'hexagonal diamond' that's harder than natural diamond
Researchers made small, pure samples of the elusive mineral lonsdaleite – also known as hexagonal diamond — and tested its material properties to show it's harder than diamond.
Inside our swing voter project (Politics+)
Swing voters will play a pivotal role in this year's midterms, and we wanted to hear directly from them. So NPR has partnered with Engagious (a messaging group led by Rich Thau) and Sago (a market research firm) to run focus groups — once a month in a different swing state. How do these focus groups work? And what have we learned from them so far? In today's bonus episode, Mara Liasson and Ashley Lopez pull back the curtain on the project. To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
Chiefs take care of business versus rival Americans in 7-2 victory
The Spokane Chiefs dominate the Americans 7-2.
Pentagon identifies six airmen killed in plane crash in Iraq
The Pentagon on Saturday identified the six airmen who died in an aircraft crash in western Iraq on Thursday.
Scientists discover hidden water beneath Mars that could have supported life
New research suggests Mars may have remained habitable much longer than scientists once thought. Ancient sand dunes in Gale Crater appear to have been soaked by underground water billions of years ago, leaving behind minerals that can preserve signs of life. Even after surface water disappeared, subsurface flows may have created protected environments for microbes. These hidden habitats could be key targets in the ongoing search for past life on Mars.
Business: Per Capita Personal Income in Oregon’s Counties
In 2024, Oregon had a per capita personal income (PCPI) of $70,908. Oregon’s PCPI was 97% of the national average of $73,204, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
‘Devil Wears Prada 2’: Adrian Grenier Breaks Silence on Sequel Snub
Grenier played Nate, Anne Hathaway's character Andy's boyfriend, in the iconic 2006 comedy drama.
‘Devil Wears Prada 2’: Adrian Grenier Breaks Silence on Sequel Snub
Grenier played Nate, Anne Hathaway's character Andy's boyfriend, in the iconic 2006 comedy drama.
2026 Big Ten Tournament bracket, scores, schedule as semifinal matchups set in Chicago
Find the latest on the 2026 Big Ten Tournament, including the bracket, scores, schedule and more
Kat Abughazaleh knows how to create viral moments. Can she translate that into votes?
Kat Abughazaleh started off a recent debate in her Illinois Democratic primary with a correction for the moderator: She sees herself as a researcher and journalist, not an “influencer.”
Polly Baca elected to DNC
Forty-Five Years Ago This Week: After her loss to Republican U.S. Rep. Hank Brown the previous year in the race for the 4th Congressional District, state. Sen Polly Baca-Barragan, D-Thortnon, was elected as one of the three vice-chairs of the Democratic National Committee. “It was exciting but a lot of hard work,” Baca-Barragan said. “I […]
Leonard's 28 leads Clippers past Bulls for fourth straight win
With Darius Garland sidelined because of a left toe injury, Leonard delivered 28 points to lead the Clippers past the Chicago Bulls 119–108 Friday night at Intuit Dome.
Is Lutheran Health Network more valuable as a long-term asset or system for sale?
It's unclear whether Lutheran Health Network is more valuable to parent company Community Health Systems as a long-term holding or an asset to be sold.
Family entertainment destination The Rush Funplex opens Monday
Cache Valley’s newest family entertainment destination, The Rush Funplex, opens Monday in North Logan, offering attractions such as a black light laser tag arena and bumper cars.
Nonprofit coffee shop in Pittston celebrates major milestone with new business
At Coffee Inclusive in Pittston, it all started three years ago, with the hope for a more inclusive community for people with diverse abilities. Bartoli's daughter, Elle, Coffee Inclusive's Chief Amb...
ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller: March 13, 2026
ABC7's Dionne Miller has the latest in Chicago sports news.
Chicago Bears lose another safety to free agency
The Chicago Bears have lost three of their top four safeties to free agency, and Jonathan Owens is the latest to find a new home.
Roush Review: In Woeful ‘Madison,’ Michelle Pfeiffer Gives Emmy-Worthy Performance
Michelle Pfeiffer stars as an elegant city mouse who ventures into a gorgeous Montana river valley to heal after a tragedy in Taylor Sheridan's cathartic and elegiac drama.
Pasqual's in Verona closing, Easter treats, and a new NBA record
The Cap Times' new Food & Culture newsletter shares Madison area restaurant news, with recommendations for what to read, watch, listen and eat.
Anthropic’s Pentagon Battle Matters to Every Business
The designation of the artificial-intelligence company as a supply-chain risk puts every business at the mercy of President Trump’s political priorities.
Trump is counting on his ‘favorite Mormon’ to deliver health care wins
Chris Klomp, a political unknown a year ago, is now steering the $2.6 trillion health department. Several controversial appointees have since left.
Trump is counting on his ‘favorite Mormon’ to deliver health care wins
Chris Klomp, a political unknown a year ago, is now steering the $2.6 trillion health department. Several controversial appointees have since left.
Trump keeps asking Americans to sacrifice — for things they don’t want
About a year ago, President Donald Trump asked Americans to deal with some short-term pain over tariffs. Now he’s doing the same on Iran and oil prices.
82 million can't afford health care, but Hegseth gets lobster
More than 82 million Americans are having to skip meals, borrow money or cut back on utilities so they can afford health care.
Michigan State Rep. & synagogue member says attack left her ‘absolutely shaken’
City of Palms Park to be demolished for new sports facility
The City of Fort Myers is moving forward with plans to demolish and redevelop the City of Palms Park.
North Little Rock businesses prepare for event-packed weekend featuring Banana Ball, Chicago concert
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- The Argenta Arts District is usually busy on weekends without big events in town, but this Saturday, the streets will be busy with three major events planned. It all starts…
Trump administration underestimated Iran war’s impact on Strait of Hormuz
The Pentagon and National Security Council significantly underestimated Iran’s willingness to close the Strait of Hormuz in response to US military strikes while planning the ongoing operation, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.
Chicago moms dance for mental health
I'm not a mom, but I'm an advocate for mental health, movement and, of course, fun!
New Qualcomm exploit chain brings bootloader unlocking freedom to Android flagships
A new exploit, dubbed "Qualcomm GBL exploit," is being chained with other exploits to bring bootloader unlocking to several flagship phones.
Class A State Basketball results and highlights
Check here throughout the week for the latest scores, schedule and highlights from the Class A state basketball tournament taking place at Montana ExpoPark in Great Falls from March 12-14.
Terrence Howard says he 'passed' on chance to date Beyoncé during her Destiny's Child days
Terrence Howard opens up about how he allegedly had the chance to date Beyoncé years ago, before deciding to date a different Destiny's Child member.
NFL Podcaster Questions Steelers’ Bizarre Offseason So Far
It’s been a weird offseason for the Pittsburgh Steelers so far. It started two months ago when Mike Tomlin shockingly stepped down, throwing the organization into chaos. The Steelers disappointingly replaced him with Mike McCarthy, opting to get older rather than younger at head coach. Since then, there’s been a lot of waiting around for […]
Entertainment this week: Pride Weekend at Northstar, Magoo and more!
Friday, March 13 RGXC Masters Weekly Friday Training Groups 9-11 a.m. | Royal Gorge Cross Country, Soda Springs. Join us for our Weekly Master’s Groups! On Friday’s we host our Technique Group, focused on develop...
Glade politics
I have an extraordinary penchant for projection. I place myself in someone else’s shoes to such an extent that I assume talking and learning from my subjects of study themselves
Bay Bridge Lights set to illuminate SF waterfront
After a three-years hiatus, as of March 20, the Embarcadero will have finally "got its sparkle back."
Meta’s Moltbook gamble looks a lot like bubble behavior
Meta, the company that changed its entire brand identity five years ago on the promise of a technology it turned out no one wanted, just spent an undisclosed sum to acquire Moltbook, a “social network” built for “AI agents.”
'One of Us' is a British political drama based on the Boris Johnson era
In today’s episode, Elizabeth Day describes the protagonist in her new novel One of Us as the “quintessential outsider.” Martin Gilmour came from a difficult background, but won a scholarship to an elite boarding school in England. There, he befriends an aristocratic boy named Ben who will later ask Martin to keep an important secret. One of Us follows the implosion of their friendship – and Martin’s discretion – as Ben strives for political power. In today’s episode, Day and NPR’s Scott Simon discuss the novel’s central rivalry and Day’s interest in the Boris Johnson era of British politics.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookoftheday
Old NASA science satellite plunges back to Earth
The U.S. Space Force said the Van Allen Probe A came in west of the Galapagos Islands.
🚨 Marcel Ruiz injury sparks concern for the national team
It’s been a complicated week inside the Mexican National Team, as in addition to the loss of Luis Ángel Malagón, Marcel Ruiz has raised concerns after leaving the field at the Snapdragon Stadium....
The Herald's weekly entertainment picks
Looking to be entertained from Thursday, March 12, through Wednesday, March 18? Check out the Skagit Valley Herald’s weekly recommendations.
How ‘Chicago Fire’ Wrote out Dermot Mulroney’s Pascal
51 is getting a new battalion chief.
Transcript, videos: Louisville talks after topping SMU
Transcript: PAT KELSEY: A lot of credit to SMU. Andy is a really good coach. We played down at their place a couple weeks ago, and they just kicked the crap out of us. So ton of respect for them. Their offensive firepower is as good as anybody in the country. Proud of our guys. […]
Trump Tower in Chicago makes improvements after failing health inspection
The Trump International Hotel and Tower made some improvements after failing a health inspection.
‘Back to the Future’ musical tour is all spark, no substance
Adapted from the 1985 sci-fi hit, “Back to the Future” has fun visual stunts and self-mocking moments. The tour runs in Madison through March 15.
Textron (TXT) Wins Mario Gabelli’s Support on Growth in Business Jets and V-280 Defense Program
Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) is one of the best stocks to buy according to billionaire Mario Gabelli. Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) is one of the companies in GAMCO Investors’ portfolio where the hedge fund has actually increased its stake from its position from more than a decade ago. As of the end of Q4 2025, GAMCO had 1.38 […]
Old NASA science satellite falls back to Earth
An old NASA science satellite is no more. The U.S. Space Force says the Van Allen Probe A plunged uncontrolled from orbit on Wednesday, reentering over the Pacific west of the Galapagos Islands.
Old NASA science satellite plunges back to Earth
An old NASA science satellite plunged uncontrolled from orbit and reentered over the Pacific on Wednesday. The U.S. Space Force said the Van Allen Probe A came in west of the Galapagos Islands. NASA...
Report: Chicago Bears will re-sign safety Elijah Hicks
The Bears are bringing back core special teamer and reserve safety Elijah Hicks.
AOiA positioned as early leader as CMS elevates digital health evaluation nationwide
CHICAGO, IL — The American Osteopathic Information Association (AOiA) applauds the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for launching the Medicare App Library, a new national directory of rigorously evaluated digital health applications for Medicare beneficiaries. The initiative represents a major federal commitment to ensuring that patients have access to safe, evidence‑based digital health … Read More
All Booked | Dragons, Shadow Daddies, and the Politics of Escapism
Ella Heydenfeldt delves into the world of today’s hottest fantasy series — and why they’re more relevant than you may be inclined to believe.