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And then there were 10: Democratic gubernatorial candidates address convention

Democrats emphasized the possibility of a blue wave building for the November election.

 

Former middle school tutor charged with sexual assault of student

A former Wright Middle School tutor was charged with sexual assault of a child for allegedly grabbing a 12-year-old student's buttock, and a criminal complaint states he had graphic conversations with her on social media.

 

Interstate 39-90 construction zone speed limit to be reduced to 55 mph

The reduced speed limit will be in effect for the about 40 miles of construction on the interstate.

 

Man pleads guilty to misdemeanors for shot fired during fight with girlfriend

A man who fired a gunshot during a fight with his girlfriend in January pleaded guilty Friday to three misdemeanors and was sentenced to two years of probation.

 

Madison must maintain Yahara Hills -- Dave Graczyk

I had the opportunity to play the West Course at Yahara Hills Golf Course in Madison recently. To say I was disappointed is an understatement.

 

Bikes also must share the road -- Richard Nawratil

As summer gets into full swing, we are all reminded to “share the road with bicycles."

 

Plastics pose risk to human health -- William H. Tishler

Americans have an insatiable demand for plastics. As a result, plastic waste is choking our oceans, in our air, in our food and even in our bodies.

 

Bicyclists need more legal protection -- Murray Schukar

I am appalled by Friday's State Journal article "Man acquitted of charges in 2015 crash," about a driver who crashed with two cyclists, who were injured. It’s particularly egregious that the agitated driver intentionally confronted the cyclists.

 

More books will help children achieve -- Joseph Swinea

Recently, an anonymous donor made it possible for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and the Dane County United Way to provide free books to children under 5 years old in Dane County. Parents who sign up at the Dane County United…

 

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