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Madison Children’s Museum hosts basket crafting to celebrate Kwanzaa
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- Madison Children’s Museum hosts basket crafting to celebrate Kwanzaa
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- 0:44
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- 3 years ago
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- On the second day of Kwanzaa, the Madison Children’s Museum hosted a basket making class Wednesday to honor the holiday.
Kwanzaa spans seven days, with unique principles taught each day. Tuesday’s focus was on unity, while Wednesday’s focus was on self-determination.
“Kwanzaa is a really important holiday because it does celebrate our African heritage, Black American culture, it celebrates family and it celebrates community and all of those are really important,” said Museum Director of Community Partnerships Charlotte Cummins.
Other principles that will follow are collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith.
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- Former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl dies at 88 and reactions to the late senator
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- 5:26
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- 3 years ago
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- Condolences and reflections on the legacy of former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl, who died at the age of 88 after a brief illness, poured in Wednesday night.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is remembering Kohl as a “Milwaukeean and Wisconsinite through and through” who dedicated his life to service.
“Sen. Kohl was deeply committed to community, kindness, and service to others,” Gov. Evers said. “Wisconsin’s seniors, students, teachers, and schools, and farmers and rural areas, among so many others, are better off because of his life and legacy, the impacts of which will last for generations.”
Gov. Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers expressed their condolences to Kohl’s loved ones.
“Kathy and I join the people of Wisconsin, friends and colleagues of Sen. Kohl, and the many people whose lives he impacted—both near and far—in offering our sincerest condolences to the Kohl family and the Herb Kohl Foundation in mourning the loss o...
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- Regents vote to terminate UW-La Crosse chancellor Joe Gow
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- 1:06
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- 3 years ago
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- The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents voted unanimously in a special meeting Wednesday night to terminate Joe Gow as chancellor of University of Wisconsin- La Crosse.
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman said the Board learned of alleged conduct by Gow in recent days that has “subjected the university to significant reputational harm.”
“His actions were abhorrent,” Rothman said.
Gow announced in August that he had intended to step down at the end of the year and transition into a faculty role at the University. At the time, Rothman had described Gow as leaving UW-La Crosse as better than it was when he arrived and said he was grateful Gow would be serving for the full academic year.
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- Flood prevention project has record year, Dane Co. Exec says
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- 0:43
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- 3 years ago
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- The Dane Co. Executive’s Office estimated nearly 10,000 dump truck’s worth of sludge and sediment were pulled from the bottom of the Yahara River this year as part of the county’s effort to avoid a repeat of the 2018 floods.
“This work is a hard slog, but we continue to make progress and are better prepared by the day for when the next round of heavy rains fall,” Dane Co. Executive Joe Parisi said. In his statement, Parisi said all the build-up at the bottom of the Yahara River contributed to the flooding by preventing high volumes of rain from flowing through.
The County Executive’s Office predicted climate change will lead to more heavy storms like the 2018 ones that led to the flooding that year. It argues taking these measures now will help mitigate the potential damage down the road.
According to the county numbers, its Flood Risk Reduction Project pulled out of the Yahara River over 118,000 cubic yards of sludge and sediment over...
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- Tobacco Quit Line quadruples the size of its free starter pack
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- 0:57
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- 3 years ago
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- The University of Wisconsin’s effort to help people give up tobacco products will soon go much further in its effort to help people get a head start on quitting. Just in time to meet the needs of those who are looking to beat their addiction in the new year, the Quit Line dramatically increased the size of its starter pack.
Now, instead of two weeks of free supplies to get people past their nicotine cravings, the Quit Line will begin offering two months’ worth of nicotine patches, lozenges, or gum to eligible tobacco users. The extra medications will be available starting January 1, but it is only available for a limited time, according to the Quit Line statement.
“Now’s the perfect time to set a New Year’s resolution to rethink your interest in quitting tobacco use,” University of Wisconsin tobacco expert Dr. Michael Fiore said. “You can reach out to the Quit Line and go at your own pace. You get to decide how you change your tobacco use and whe...
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- Owner of Minocqua Brewing Company to file complaint to bar Trump from ballot
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- 0:35
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- 3 years ago
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- Minocqua Brewing Company owner Kirk Bangstad will file a petition with the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) in an attempt to bar former President Trump from the Wisconsin ballot.
This latest action from Bangstad comes as other states have already made decisions on whether to keep Donald Trump on their state ballots. On Wednesday, Michigan’s Supreme Court said it will not hear an appeal of a lower court’s ruling from groups seeking to keep Trump from appearing on the ballot.
It said in an order that the application by parties to appeal a Dec. 14 Michigan appeals court judgment was considered, but denied “because we are not persuaded that the questions presented should be reviewed by this court.”
The ruling contrasts with Dec. 19 decision by a divided Colorado Supreme Court which found Trump ineligible to be president because of his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. That ruling was the first time in history that Secti...
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- Janesville police take person into custody after suspicious bag prompted store evacuation
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- 0:35
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- 3 years ago
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- Authorities took an individual into custody Tuesday after a suspicious backpack, which was later determined to safe, prompted the evacuation of a Janesville store.
The Janesville Police Department said the first officers, who arrived around 4:55 p.m. to the Blain’s Farm and Fleet at 2421 Humes Road, identified the individual immediately and took the person into custody. The initial call for officers was to respond for disorderly conduct and a possible bomb threat.
Police found the bag inside the store and determined it belonged to the individual. JPD explained customers and staff were evacuated from the store and its parking lot.
The Dane County Bomb Squad took the backpack out of the store and determined there were no explosives or materials that could make a bomb inside.
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- Hemp battery company hopes to hire people laid off by Energizer in Portage
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- 1:55
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- 3 years ago
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- As Energizer lays off hundreds in Portage, a new hemp battery company hopes to build a new manufacturing plant and hire those without jobs.
Energizer employees at their Portage manufacturing plant are getting laid off from October until June as the company exits Wisconsin and moves its work to the East Coast and overseas.
Wisconsin Battery Co. (Win-Bat) is a new company that is working to build a new manufacturing plant in Portage and the CEO is already emailing Energizer’s old and current employees.
Win-Bat CEO Jeff Greene said Portage is the perfect place to build a new renewable energy battery power plant because people there already know how to do the job.
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- Regents call special session to weigh disciplining a chancellor
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- 1:02
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- 3 years ago
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- The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents voted unanimously in a special meeting Wednesday night to terminate Joe Gow as chancellor of University of Wisconsin- La Crosse.
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman said the Board learned of alleged conduct by Gow in recent days that has “subjected the university to significant reputational harm.”
“His actions were abhorrent,” Rothman said.
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- Former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl dies at 88
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- 1:01
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- 3 years ago
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- Former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl has died at the age of 88.
The death of the Kohl’s department store founder and former owner of the Milwaukee Bucks was announced Wednesday by the Herb Kohl Foundation.
“Senator Kohl leaves behind an unmatched legacy,” the foundation said in its statement.
The foundation indicated in its statement that Kohl died after a brief illness.
More on his career: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2023/12/27/former-us-senator-herb-kohl-dies-88/
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- City of Madison leaders condemn suspected hate crime at downtown restaurant
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- 0:52
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- 3 years ago
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- City of Madison leaders are condemning vandalism to a downtown restaurant that police described as a suspected hate crime.
Madison Police Department stated in its report Tuesday that Dubai Mediterranean Restaurant, on the 400 block of State Street, was vandalized and sprayed with Islamophobic graffiti.
City of Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, Acting Council President Yannette Figueroa-Cole and Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes said in a joint statement that hate is not welcome in Madison.
City leaders react: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2023/12/27/city-madison-leaders-condemn-suspected-hate-crime-downtown-restaurant/
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- Police investigating suspected hate crime at downtown Madison restaurant
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- 0:27
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- 3 years ago
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- City of Madison leaders are condemning vandalism to a downtown restaurant that police described as a suspected hate crime.
Madison Police Department stated in its report Tuesday that Dubai Mediterranean Restaurant, on the 400 block of State Street, was vandalized and sprayed with Islamophobic graffiti.
City of Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, Acting Council President Yannette Figueroa-Cole and Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes said in a joint statement that hate is not welcome in Madison.
City leaders react: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2023/12/27/city-madison-leaders-condemn-suspected-hate-crime-downtown-restaurant/
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- All money's on Cash for Pet of the Week
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- 2:34
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- 3 years ago
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- If you are looking for a playful pup who can’t wait to crawl onto your lap, the smart money is on Cash!
The two-year-old pit mix is full of love and wiggles, and Cash can’t wait to make it rain puppy kisses on anyone who will let him.
More on how you can adopt him: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2023/12/27/all-moneys-cash-pet-week/
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- Madison parking garage closed for good, slated for demolition
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- 0:38
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- 3 years ago
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- Drivers near the University of Wisconsin campus have one less place to park as the City of Madison shuts down one of its parking garages for good. The State Street Campus Garage, Lake Street structure, was closed Wednesday morning to make way for a new multi-use facility.
The city’s Parking Division announced earlier this month the final day for the garage and said at the time it was working with monthly permit holders to find them a new facility.
While the Lake Street section is now closed, the Parking Division noted the Frances Street side is still operational. However, city officials pointed out drivers should expect the garage to be more crowded now because of ongoing construction and the loss of the Lake Street facility.
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- Birthdays for Wednesday, December 27
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- 1:00
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- 3 years ago
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- Happy Birthday from NBC15 and the Wilderness Resort!
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- Madison couple celebrates 70th anniversary
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- 0:28
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- 3 years ago
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- A Madison couple is celebrating a special milestone Tuesday- their 70th wedding anniversary.
Peter and Rosie Aspinwall share six children together, as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Congratulations, Peter and Rosie!
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- Officials deem Janesville Blain’s Farm & Fleet safe after possible bomb threat
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- 1:42
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- 3 years ago
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- Authorities say the Blain’s Farm & Fleet in Janesville and the parking lot are safe on Tuesday after a possible bomb threat was investigated, the Janesville Police Department said in an update.
Police asked people to avoid the area of the store, located at 2421 Humes Road, and the parking lot as it was evacuated.
Official squad vehicles were seen surrounding the store, blocking off entrances and exits, and the parking lot was seemingly empty.
As of 8:15 p.m., JPD said in a Facebook post that Dane County Bomb Squad technicians deemed the area safe to return.
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- Lottery player wins $73k from ticket bought in Cottage Grove
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- 0:47
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- 3 years ago
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- A lucky lottery player’s Christmas weekend was a little more jolly after winning a $73,000 payout from a ticket bought at a Cottage Grove convenience store.
Wisconsin Lottery announced Tuesday that the winning Badger 5 jackpot ticket was sold at the Kwik Trip at 1601 Landmark Drive, in Cottage Grove. The winning numbers were 2-10-15-17-26.
Santa also came early in Milwaukee, where a player won over $129,000 from a Fast Play ticket on Saturday.
There was also a winning $50,000 Powerball ticket in Wabeno for the Dec. 23 drawing, as well as a $50,000 Powerball ticket sold for the Christmas Day drawing in Mount Pleasant.
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- Warm weather challenges Wisconsin ski resorts during busy holiday week
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- 1:44
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- 3 years ago
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- The warm and rainy weather in Wisconsin is limiting ski and snowboard options for people hoping enjoy winter recreation activities.
Cascade Mountain Ski and Snowboard Resort in Portage could only operate 21 out of 48 hills using man-made snow from November.
“The weather has been a challenge for us,” Cascade Mountain Operations Manager Evan Walz said. “Usually at this point we’re looking at a lot more snow, quite a few more runs open and overnight we did have to close a handful of our runs.”
Walz said his team has tried their best to maintain their snow, but the higher temperatures and rain makes it difficult.
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- Warm weather challenges Wisconsin ski resorts during busy holiday week
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- 2:12
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- 3 years ago
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- The warm and rainy weather in Wisconsin is limiting ski and snowboard options for people hoping enjoy winter recreation activities.
Cascade Mountain Ski and Snowboard Resort in Portage could only operate 21 out of 48 hills using man-made snow from November.
“The weather has been a challenge for us,” Cascade Mountain Operations Manager Evan Walz said. “Usually at this point we’re looking at a lot more snow, quite a few more runs open and overnight we did have to close a handful of our runs.”
Walz said his team has tried their best to maintain their snow, but the higher temperatures and rain makes it difficult.
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- Janesville Blain’s Farm & Fleet evacuated after possible bomb threat, police report
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- 0:43
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- 3 years ago
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- Authorities say the Blain’s Farm & Fleet in Janesville and the parking lot are safe on Tuesday after a possible bomb threat was investigated, the Janesville Police Department said in an update.
Police asked people to avoid the area of the store, located at 2421 Humes Road, and the parking lot as it was evacuated.
Official squad vehicles were seen surrounding the store, blocking off entrances and exits, and the parking lot was seemingly empty.
As of 8:15 p.m., JPD said in a Facebook post that Dane County Bomb Squad technicians deemed the area safe to return.
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- More retailers charging fees for holiday returns
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- 0:38
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- 3 years ago
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- You may have to pay to return those gifts you don’t want.
According to the logistics company Happy Returns, more than 80% of merchants are now charging a fee for at least some returns.
Macy’s, Abercrombie, J.Crew, and H&M have all added shipping fees for mail-in returns.
Amazon has also started charging $1 to return items to UPS stores.
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- Powerball jackpot climbs to $685 million after no one wins on Christmas
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- 0:26
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- 3 years ago
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- No one matched all six numbers drawn to win the Powerball jackpot for Christmas, so the grand prize rose to $685 million.
The numbers drawn were 5, 12, 20, 24, 29 and 4.
This is the fourth Powerball jackpot this year to reach more than half a billion dollars, according to a lottery news release. Its cash value is $344.7 million, if the winner opts for a lump-sum payment.
Only three Powerball jackpots have been won on Christmas, according to the news release. It last happened 10 years ago when a player in Missouri won a $71.5 million jackpot.
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- Madison Christmas Tree curbside collection starts next week
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- 0:40
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- 3 years ago
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- As Madisonians start to take down ornaments, ribbons and other decorations, City officials are providing dates for curbside Christmas tree collections.
City of Madison Streets Division crews will pick up trees starting Jan. 2, 2024, and a second round of collections starts on Jan. 16.
Trees will be taken to the Streets Division brush processing center, where they are ground into mulch.
Trees must be clear of any stands, decorations and bags to be eligible for pick-up.
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- Americans ramped up spending during the holidays despite some financial anxiety and higher costs
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- 1:36
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- 3 years ago
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- Holiday sales rose this year and spending remained resilient during the shopping season even with Americans wrestling with higher prices in some areas and other financial worries, according to the latest measure.
Holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve climbed 3.1%, a slower pace than the 7.6% increase from a year earlier, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks all kinds of payments including cash and debit cards.
This year’s sales are more in line with what is typical during the holiday season, however, after a surge in spending last year during the same period.
Still, sales growth was a bit lower than the 3.7% increase Mastercard SpendingPulse had projected in September. The data released Tuesday excludes the automotive industry and is not adjusted for inflation.
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- Badgers football leave for Tampa
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- 0:37
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- 3 years ago
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- Wisconsin football left for Tampa, Fla. on Tuesday to play no. 13 LSU in the ReliaQuest Bowl.
LSU will be without Heisman-winning quarterback Jayden Daniels, who opted out from the bowl in mid-December. Instead, redshirt sophomore quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is expected to fill Daniels’ role at the bowl. Wisconsin head football coach Luke Fickell knows Nussmeier, having played with his father, Doug, for a year with the New Orleans Saints.
The Badgers and Tigers will play on January 1. You can watch the game starting at 11 a.m. on ESPN2.
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- Shelter has no dogs left in their kennels for first time in nearly 50 years
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- 0:41
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- 3 years ago
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- One animal shelter in Pennsylvania received a very special Christmas gift this year when, for the first time in 47 years, they have zero dogs at the shelter.
The Adams County SPCA shared the joyous news on social media.
However, they do still have one cat that came in as a stray.
The shelter said it was a very different story just two weeks ago when their kennels were almost filled.
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- Why you should spend gift cards as soon as possible
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- 1:25
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- 3 years ago
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- If you received a gift card, experts urge you to spend it as soon as possible.
The cards can have time limits on when they can be used and using them sooner can prevent a potential scammer from draining the money off the card.
If you want to return or exchange a gift you received during the holidays, the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau said you shouldn’t wait.
The BBB said many retailers have time limits on returns and you might not know when the product was purchased. If something was ordered online, you’ll want to know who pays for shipping and if there is a restocking fee.
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- Fitchburg neighbors go all out for holiday lights
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- 1:32
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- 3 years ago
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- A group of neighbors in Fitchburg are celebrating the holidays in a big way.
No one neighbor on the southern part of Hollyhock Street directs everyone on going all out for the holidays with their lights displays, but they all push each other to get more elaborate.
Last year, Tom Nicholas’ home won the Fitchburg Lights Tour competition. Past winners are not eligible to win again, but Nicholas said he still goes all out in the friendly competition with his neighbors.
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- Donation app bringing giving tree to UW Madison bookstore
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- 2:09
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- 3 years ago
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- Smartphone application Purposity and the UW Madison Student Financial Aid Office will provide a space for people to donate gifts to college students in need this holiday season and beyond.
UW Madison students Megan Huber and Lilian Huang said the holidays can be hard for young adults balancing tuition and rent costs with gift giving and receiving.
The financial aid office and Purposity will put up a giving tree linking to the donation app so people can easily donate to students who need winter coats, boots or other items.
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- Wisconsin Supreme Court orders new legislative maps in redistricting case brought by Democrats
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- 3:31
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- 3 years ago
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- The liberal-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court overturned Republican-drawn legislative maps on Friday and ordered that new district boundary lines be drawn as Democrats had urged in a redistricting case they hope will weaken GOP majorities.
The ruling comes less than a year before the 2024 election in a battleground state where four of the six past presidential elections have been decided by fewer than 23,000 votes, and Republicans have built large majorities in the Legislature under maps they drew over a decade ago.
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- Explosive devices found in Janesville trailer, suspect charged
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- 0:27
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- 3 years ago
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- Six homemade destructive devices were found inside a travel trailer leading to the arrest of a Janesville man, the U.S. Justice Dept. announced shortly after his first court appearance.
In addition to the six completed devices, federal agents also reported finding items that could be used to make even more, including two one-pound containers of Pyrodex, which can be used as a substitute for black powder, the DOJ statement indicated.
The agency explained investigators found the items after a federal search warrant was served at the trailer. At that point the 30-year-old suspect was taken into custody, and he has since been charged with unlawfully possessing a destructive device.
During Friday’s hearing, the federal judge stated the defendant will remain in custody until his next court date on Friday, Dec. 29, the DOJ noted. If convicted, he will face up to ten years in federal prison.
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- WPS pulls sponsorship of National Railroad Museum’s Festival of Trees over Satanic Temple tree
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- 0:34
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- 3 years ago
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- WEC Energy Group, which owns utility company WPS, confirmed in a statement that they have pulled their sponsorship of the National Railroad Museum’s Festival of Trees, due to one tree in particular that’s generating controversy.
The tree in question was decorated by the Satanic Temple of Wisconsin. The presence of the tree at the museum generated condemnation from the Green Bay Diocese, several county and state officials, and Congressman Mike Gallagher.
Earlier this week, Congressman Gallagher, along with State Senator Andrew Jacque, and Brown County Supervisor Pat Buckley held a news conference demanding that the tree be removed.
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- ‘One person dying is too, too many’: Alder looks to improve safety along Madison road
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- 2:58
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- 3 years ago
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- A Madison alder is suggesting ways to make one road near the city’s north side safer.
It comes after two major crashes along Packers Avenue over the last month. Both were fatal.
“This is a problem that has to be solved,” Madison District 12 Alder Amani Latimer Burris said. “One person dying is too, too many.”
Latimer Burris became the alder of District 12 in April. Not even a year in service, she said she has heard from multiple residents complaining about Packers Avenue.
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- Birthdays for Saturday, December 23
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- 1:06
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
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- Happy Birthday from NBC15 and the Wilderness Resort!
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- Multiple injuries reported after downtown Madison bar fight
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- 0:28
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- 3 years ago
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- A man was arrested after a fight broke out in the parking lot of a downtown Madison bar early Saturday morning, according to the Madison Police Dept.
MPD officers and UW-Madison Police responded to the fight, which happened outside Sconnie Bar in the 1400 block of Regent Street just after midnight.
Three people were injured, according to the police report, but none of those injuries are considered life-threatening.
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- Title
- Madison police urge sober, attentive driving this holiday season
- Runtime
- 0:35
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The Madison Police Department is urging drivers to stay attentive and sober on the roads this holiday season.
MPD reminded residents it is participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Holiday campaign from Dec. 13 to Jan. 1, 2024, along with the Dane County Sheriff’s Office.
Drivers must be sober and should plan ahead if they plan to drink an alcoholic beverage, MPD stated. This could mean having someone be a designated driver, calling a rideshare service or not drinking at all.
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- Title
- Fitchburg PD investigating shooting outside bar and grill
- Runtime
- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Fitchburg Police are investigating after they received a report of a person shot just after 1:00 a.m. Saturday.
Officers responded to the parking lot of Monkeyshines Bar & Grill on McKee Road where the apparent victim left the scene before officers arrived.
Police learned a fight broke out in the parking lot. Evidence collected at the scene confirmed at least one shot was fired and one round appeared to have struck the building.
Fitchburg Police said no one has come forward to report being shot and no other injuries have been reported.
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- Title
- Hundreds kick off holiday weekend at Overture Center’s ‘The Nutcracker’
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Hundreds of people kicked off the holiday weekend at the Overture Center Saturday, with holiday classics playing throughout the day.
‘The Nutcracker’ and “A Christmas Carol’ were showing this Saturday, people packing into theatres to watch the holiday classics.
Magical sets and costumed ballet dancers were accompanied by live music during The Nutcracker, the center said. The show was a collaboration between Madison Ballet and Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra.
The decades old show was first performed in 1892 and for some families has become a holiday tradition.
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- Title
- Belleville-based brass band fills Wis. Capitol with holiday tunes
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Holiday music filled Wisconsin’s Capitol Saturday as Belleville-based band ‘The Village Brass’ played classic tunes, getting people in the holiday spirit.
‘The Village Brass’ was assembled this year, according to founder Bennette Harris.
“We’re headquartered in Belleville, the Village of Belleville. Some of our players come from the Village of New Glarus, so, The Village Brass made sense,” Harris said.
Harris says his goal is to find a group to play music by Giovanni Gabrieli, but he says more musicians are needed. With six members now, Harris says a total of 12 people would be ideal.
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- Title
- Longtime Madison bakery says goodbye on Christmas Eve
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A bittersweet day for the Madison community Sunday as Lane’s Bakery officially closed its doors after nearly 70 years.
Co-owner Becky Lane says people began lining up at their door around 4:30 a.m., customers hoping to score one last kringle and donut.
The closure comes after the Lane family started the business in 1954 selling cookies, donuts, and classic Wisconsin Kringles. Now, owners Charles and Becky Lane are ready to let it go.
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- Title
- Madisonians squeeze in last-minute Christmas shopping
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The day before Christmas Eve, folks look for gifts while spending time with each other.
Store Owner Jennifer Van Wart of Twigs at Hilldale says the holiday season is her favorite time of the year because of the customers she meets along the way.
”We actually have a little bit of a tradition that usually on Christmas Eve there are, there’s like a good core group of guys who come in and they’re really almost like friends at this point,” Van Wart said.
Every year the store provides a deal with a fun twist for shoppers.
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- Title
- Birthdays for Sunday, December 24
- Runtime
- 1:27
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Happy Birthday from NBC15 and the Wilderness Resort!
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- Title
- Car crashes into townhouse
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A car crashed into a townhome on Madison’s southwest side early Sunday morning.
The incident happened at the intersection of Chester Drive and Jason Place shortly after 4:30 a.m.
According to the Madison Fire Department, no one was hurt in the crash. There was one person inside of the building at the time of the crash, but they made it out safely.
Only one unit of the eight-unit building was damaged.
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- Title
- As automotive industry shifts, Dane Co. auto shops see growing interest at schools
- Runtime
- 2:39
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- As the automotive industry continues to shift, and the shortage of technicians persists, auto companies in Dane County are turning to their area high schools.
Seniors at Mt. Horeb High School Sawyer Stapelmann and Payton Jones spend a lot of time in their school’s garage.
“I like to get my hands dirty and be physically working on stuff instead of sitting in a classroom and learning about it from a book,” Jones said.
Their interest in the automotive industry coincides with the ongoing shortage.
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- Title
- Longtime Madison bakery says goodbye on Christmas Eve
- Runtime
- 1:09
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- A bittersweet day for the Madison community Sunday as Lane’s Bakery officially closed its doors after nearly 70 years.
Co-owner Becky Lane says people began lining up at their door around 4:30 a.m., customers hoping to score one last kringle and donut.
The closure comes after the Lane family started the business in 1954 selling cookies, donuts, and classic Wisconsin Kringles. Now, owners Charles and Becky Lane are ready to let it go.
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- Title
- Sun Prairie restaurant distributes free Ghanaian meals on Christmas
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Restaurant owners in Sun Prairie are spending their Christmas serving others, distributing up to 100 free meals to those who might need one this holiday.
Nathaniel and Olivia Sackey moved to Wisconsin from Ghana. They opened their restaurant ‘Holisac Taste of Africa’ this past May.
“Well, today we’re serving Jollof rice and chicken and fried plantains. We realize American love the plantains,” Nathaniel said. “There’s not any African food in town.”
The food is different, and the couple is over 5,000 miles away from home this winter, but there is one tradition that makes the couple feel at home.
More about the restaurant: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2023/12/26/sun-prairie-restaurant-distributes-free-ghanaian-meals-christmas/
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- Title
- Beloit Police investigating after teen shot Christmas morning
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- The Beloit Police Department investigates a shooting after one person was shot late Monday morning.
The shooting occurred just before 11 a.m. on Porter and Yates Avenues near a community garden.
A 19-year-old was transported to a local hospital following the incident, but the extent of the victim’s injuries are unknown at this time.
Neighbors in the area say there was yellow police tape that blocked off the area for several hours early Christmas morning.
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- Title
- Sun Prairie restaurant distributes free Ghanaian meals on Christmas
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Restaurant owners in Sun Prairie are spending their Christmas serving others, distributing up to 100 free meals to those who might need one this holiday.
Nathaniel and Olivia Sackey moved to Wisconsin from Ghana. They opened their restaurant ‘Holisac Taste of Africa’ this past May.
“Well, today we’re serving Jollof rice and chicken and fried plantains. We realize American love the plantains,” Nathaniel said. “There’s not any African food in town.”
The food is different, and the couple is over 5,000 miles away from home this winter, but there is one tradition that makes the couple feel at home.
More about the restaurant: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2023/12/26/sun-prairie-restaurant-distributes-free-ghanaian-meals-christmas/
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- Title
- The mission continues for 83-year-old Father Grubba
- Runtime
- 4:23
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- At Stone Chapel in Westfield, it’s lights, camera, action for 83-year-old Father Dale Grubba.
“We have the best little chapel by a dam site and it’s true,” Grubba laughed. “God bless you and thanks for being here,” addressing the close friends attending mass.
After nearly 60 years of priesthood Father Grubba is turning the page. Some would call it retirement, but for Father Grubba, the work of the Lord continues.
What he's doing now: https://www.wmtv15news.com/2023/12/24/far-retirement-mission-continues-83-year-old-father-grubba/
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