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How a robot is helping Sun Prairie students unlock their potential
When students put down the textbooks and tablets, they may want to pick up a new skill. A grant program through the Sun Prairie Education Foundation allows them to do just that. Students and teachers can apply for grants to create new extracurricular clubs and activities. Here's a look at one and how it's helping students unlock their potential. There's a small robot in Sun Prairie that can shoot balls into a bin. “We named it Scrappy,” Nubaid Mohammad said.
Packed with power. How a suitcase restored internet in Menasha.
Two months later, the Fox Cities are still dealing with storm damage from this summer. When one area lost internet connectivity, WiscNet- a local non-profit that provides internet access and other technology services to member organizations - made a different connection to try to help. You're about to see how a suitcase helped the school district on its journey back to power. Let’s unpack this: the internet is for more than just your computer.
Win or lose, chess whiz kid scores victory
In between the vendors and fresh produce, you'll see an intense match-up of minds at the Dane County Farmer's Market. Every Saturday, an expert chess player is challenging anyone and everyone to take him on. The thing is, he's only 11. His skills may have you searching for Bobby Fischer, but Lincoln Olson says the game is helping him find himself. Not far from King Street, Lincoln Olson sees an avenue to protect a different king. “The king is your most important piece,” Lincoln said.
U.S.-based F-35B squadron deploys to Japan for Unit Deployment Program
50 MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan – The U.S. Marine Corps deploys Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 533, also known as the “Hawks,” an F-35B Lightning II squadron based at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina to MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, under the Marine Corps’ Unit Deployment Program (UDP) on Sept. 5, 2026.
Piano player finds keys to unlock genius. SSM Health brings together savants.
What if you had the ability to do something you never dreamed of doing? One man found himself in that situation when a life-changing accident gave him the keys to unlock his full potential. He's part of a group of people you may often overlook. A local health system is trying to change that. Most people don’t wake up with the kind of proficient rhythm Derek Amato has right at his fingertips. “(Music is) the air to my every day waking life,” Amato said. Amato is an incredibly gifted piano player.
Madison mapmaker follows a path to a book deal
Police monitor stands by 'burn the city down' comment, criticizes mayor's response MADISON, Wis. — Madison’s independent police monitor said she stands by her words after she was seen on video Tuesday saying she “will burn this city down.”The Here are some weather related links for you to surf by. Download the Fox47 Weather App! Android:https://play. google. com/store/apps/details? id=com. wmsn. android. weather&hl=en_US. Apple:https://apps. apple. com/us/app/fox47-wx/id839139502. NOAA CLIMATE OUTLOOK.
Opera in the Park turns 25
Whether you've heard it in a concert hall, on a record, or even your favorite Saturday morning cartoon; opera is probably a bigger part of your life than you realize. This Saturday, you have a chance to enjoy it for free and celebrate a major milestone. If you don’t know opera lingo, an Aria is a solo piece. Even so, if you look the usual crowd at Opera in the Park, you’ll see everything is a group effort. The audience conducting with light sticks.
MAG-12 brings Sergeants Course to Iwakuni, enhancing Marine development
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan—Last week marked the first official Sergeant’s Course held on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan. Every slot of the course was filled with 60 registered and qualified students stationed on MCASI and 20 on the waitlist. Sergeants course, which is routinely held in California, Hawaii, North Carolina, Okinawa, Japan, and Virginia, is a mandated professional military education (PME) for all Sergeants to promote to Staff Sergeant.
The teamwork to help Jeramie get a service dog
Remember Jeramie and his mom Mia? The Cottage Grove family is trying to raise money to get a service dog for Jeramie, who has potentially deadly seizures. Your donations have helped them come very close to their goal, and now a fundraiser on Sunday, July 12th, is giving you another chance to support this little boy. Mia Hill is always there to hold son Jeramie's hand to make sure he's never alone. It's not just out of love; it's a necessity.
Madison woman shares story of living with rare genetic disorder
MADISON, Wis. — For Mary Kay Schimming and her little dog, Ellie, a walk around the neighborhood is part of a normal day. “How about a walk?” Schimming said to Ellie. “Oh, my goodness.” If you saw Schimming out with Ellie, you might not notice that she sees the world a little differently. “I couldn’t see out of my left eye,” Schimming said. “Because, actually, the eye was dying.” Doctors removed Schimming’s left eye in 2004. She now wears a prosthetic.
Belleville teacher helps students get to school with a 'bike bus'
School is out, but a local teacher is getting an A+ for kindness. There's a big safety issue in Belleville that is affecting students if they want to bike or walk to class. Here's how this teacher is helping them all move, or pedal forward, together. "We can see the school from here." The path to learning can hit a roadblock. “The hard part is we have a highway to contend with," Tamara Houser said. That highway is a great divide, separating a neighborhood and the Belleville Elementary School.
'It's good for you.' Madison business owners share philosophy for friendship and pizza.
You probably have a go-to pizza place. If you live near Warner Park, that place might be a certain wood fire pizzeria on North Sherman Avenue. The two owners met years ago and found the secret sauce to great food and an even better friendship. And, if anyone tells you grabbing a slice isn't good for you, they'll tell you otherwise. A good pizza is really quite simple.
A service dog for Jeramie
Most families see their dog as a pet; others see it as a matter of life and death. That's true for a Cottage Grove mom, who says a special type of dog is crucial for her young son. Getting one is not as easy as you think, and that's why they're asking for your help. No matter where he goes, Mia Hill says her son Jeramie is the center of attention. “Everyone loves Jeramie,” Hill said. He doesn’t let it go to his head. He’ll return the affection with a smile or a clap, and go back to watching his shows.
A limitless rhythm: Rap J talks overcoming challenges and first Madison show
Sometimes all it takes is a little encouragement to help you find your rhythm. That's true for a Milwaukee-based freestyle rap artist who is set to perform at The Rigby in Madison on Saturday. He's showing us, even with challenges in life, he doesn't miss a beat. When you see his wheelchair, Jaquawn Gaston knows you see limits, but he has a few words to say that. One of them, "Limitless," is the name of his new album. It defines how he sees himself.
Marine Aircraft Group 12 shows support during Sexual Assault and Awareness Month
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION, IWAKUNI, Japan – The month of April hosts multiple military events; Month of the Military Child, Mental Health Awareness, and Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month. On April 16 spanning into the morning of April 17, Marine Aircraft Group 12 hosted the “You Are Not Alone” 24-Hour Walk to raise awareness during SAAP month. The event was held on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan.
Bob Ruchti's journey: From tragedy to triumph on two wheels
MADISON, Wis. — When Bob Ruchti gets on his bike, life kicks into high gear. "It was custom built for me," Ruchti said. "I love the wind in my face and the sun on my back." Even with thousands of miles behind him, he never predicted the long road ahead. He crashed his bike in 2017. "The next time I woke up, I was on my back with a broken femur," Ruchti said. After the accident, Ruchti went to the hospital and underwent several surgeries and procedures over the years.
From crash to recovery: Man shares his long road to getting back on the bike
A simple bike ride turned into years of pain and heartache for a Monroe man. In instant, Bob Ruchti says he didn't just lose the ability to do what he loves, but he also lost a big piece of himself. Until he found what he needed to pedal forward. Now he's sharing his story to help others and showing us how a new facility in Madison specializing in orthopedics may be what the doctor ordered. When Bob Ruchti gets on his bike, life kicks into high gear. “It was custom built for me,” Ruchti said.
Edgewood High School highlights tall tales, family connections in "Big Fish: the Musical"
Have you ever tried to catch an elusive big fish? This questions really isn't about fishing. It's a metaphor in "Big Fish: the Musical." It tells the the story of Edward Bloom, a big fish in a small pond, and his relationship with his son, Will. Edward tells his son a lot of whimsical stories about his life. The stories may or may not be true and Will wonders if he truly knows his dad. A few actors share the role of Edward. Leo Canessa plays him for some shows; Romeo Roher plays him for others.
Logan's Heart and Smiles makes its own magic, despite St. Patrick's Day parade cancelation
A local group gets a prominent feature in Madison's St. Patrick's Day parade every year. This year, when mother nature had other plans, members knew they had to march in new direction. It's a lesson of how to make the best out of any situation. You can feel it in the music and see it each leprechaun; The St. Patrick's Day parade is a golden moment for so many people in Madison. The luck of the Irish wasn’t on our side this year, and the weather canceled it.
VMFA-242 “Bats” Host Allies: U.S. Marines, Japan Self-Defense Forces Strengthen Alliance at MCAS Iwakuni
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan– U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 host members of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), during a two-day long planning conference. The visit reinforces a long-standing alliance and friendship between the United States and Japan. On day one of the planning conference, U.S. Marines and JSDF members received opening comments from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding General Maj. Gen.
Breast cancer survivor uses crochet hobby to give other something to hold on to
A Portage woman who battled cancer says she wasn't alone and she doesn't want others to be either. When hope feels out of reach, she's using her hobby to give someone else something to hold on to. All day, every day, Julie Gerner is crocheting. “From the time I get up to the time I go back to bed,” Julie said. She’s still stitching even after she falls asleep; hook in hand. Brady: “So, when people say ‘I can do this in my sleep.” It’s a passion she wears right on her sleeve.
Fort Atkinson plant store owners can't wait to watch their dreams grow
It's common to grow up in a smaller community and leave the first chance you get. That's not the case for two business owners in Fort Atkinson. Mariah Fitz and Kenzie Leith have opened their own plant shop. They specifically wanted to open their business in Fort Atkinson. They say, in good times and bad times, their hometown inspired them to sow seeds for the future. Even in February, there’s something blooming right off WIS 26 in Fort Atkinson.
Visiting chef creates menu based on Paoli-area "church" cookbooks
Whether it's mom's chicken noodle hotdish or maybe grandma's sour cream and raisin pie; you probably remember your favorite comfort food you had as a kid. A nationally-awarded chef knows this to be true. Recently in Paoli, James Beard finalist Chef Rob Connoley served a special dinner at Seven Acre Dairy Company. He found a way to honor the area recipes you may already have in your hearts and on your bookshelves.
Former Mount Horeb coach arrested for stalking, sexual assault
MOUNT HOREB, Wis. -- A Mount Horeb coach who was fired last week after being accused of inappropriately communicating with students was arrested Monday. Police took David Chancellor into custody Monday morning following a week-long investigation. He faces charges of stalking and fourth-degree sexual assault. According to police, the Mount Horeb School District fully cooperated with the investigation. Police said inappropriate communications and acts occurred between Chancellor and a former athlete.
Verona Area Community Theater sets the stage for "Anything Goes"
You don't have to go all the way to New York City to see a Broadway musical. There are other local avenues that'll get you to a good show without having to visit that iconic Big Apple Street. The Verona Area Community Theater's production of the Tony Award winning musical, "Anything Goes" opens Thursday, January 22nd, but here's a preview of what you can expect. The cast says this is also the perfect opportunity to see your friends and neighbors in a new light.
Mobile sauna hot new winter trend in Madison
Now that it's cold again, Wisconsinites can really get out there and enjoy the winter. But, if you need to thaw out a bit, a traveling business may be your favorite new hot spot. A local nurse is showing us how a trendy way to enjoy the cold weather outside may help you feel better on the inside. Most people have lukewarm feelings toward the icy grip cold weather usually has on the Midwest. For Wisconsinites the winter is no sweat.
New year, new you?! How a resolution based on your generation can improve your 2026.
Do you work with someone older or younger and you just think, 'Are you from a different planet?' No. They're likely just from a different generation. There is a way to bridge the generational gap and make a New Year's resolution that will help you at work and in life. Scott Zimmer is a generational expert and keynote speaker who shares his wisdom with companies all over the world. He has some new year's resolutions tailor-made for your generation.
Sun Prairie releases investigation into staff mandatory reporting of sex crimes
The Sun Prairie School Board is releasing the results of its investigation into the handling of mandatory reporting after the arrest of a Sun Prairie West High School dean for child sex crimes. The investigation states staff and administrators were notified about the rumors multiple times but failed to initiate a Title IX investigation. One student at the school was suspended for two days for saying the dean was a "pedophile" and involved with a student.
Brady's favorites stories of 2025
MADISON, Wis. — Tellurian Detoxification Center will close Jan. 1, after Dane County stopped funding. It's a move the Dane County Sheriff said will cause disruptions to law enforcement as well. This move only closes the detox center, and not other services Tellurian provides.
How a different kind of stitches brings holiday cheer to hospital emergency dept.
by Brady Mallory Wed, December 24th 2025 at 4:45 PM Updated Wed, December 24th 2025 at 4:49 PM
Giving tree aims to make Christmas brighter for individuals living with HIV and AIDS
Some people want big ticket Christmas gifts. Others in need just want a little bit of kindness. There's a giving tree that aims to make the holidays a little easier for individuals in our community, living with HIV and AIDS. You know those trees. You take a tag and fulfill someone's wish. We're showing you how you can help and we're highlighting some of the people responsible for this tradition of hope.
Edgewood High School students perform "The Sound of Music"
There's a big musical that is a must-see event of the season. No, not Wicked: For Good. Edgewood High School's production of "The Sound of Music" officially opened on Wednesday. Fox 47 got a sneak peek at a dress rehearsal. One of the actors and a co-director are sharing how they tackled this big project that features a very large cast. You likely know every word by heart. "The Sound of Music" is both iconic and a beloved piece of pop culture.
Sun Prairie man sees clearer future after diabetic retinopathy
A Sun Prairie man's greatest fear he's had since childhood started to come true. It's diabetes awareness month. You may think you know the the ins and outs of the disease, but Karl Curfman is sharing his story so you can get a clearer picture of some of the underlying dangers and what he did to keep something he values most. The way Karl Curfman sees it, the world is a beautiful place.
President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-days
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump signed a government funding bill Wednesday night, ending a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks.
A family's fight against breast cancer
Getting diagnosed with cancer can seem like the worst thing on earth; until someone you love gets it. A Madison father and his two daughters found out just because you're done with cancer, doesn't mean cancer is done with you. This family has an unbreakable bond and you may be surprised at how often it kept them together when everything else fell apart. Three peas in a pod. That’s the best way to describe Michael Larson and his two daughters, Teresa Smejkal and Michelle Sneen.
Milwaukee man dives into Wisconsin bar culture on Instagram
Sometimes you just want a cold drink in a dark, cozy hideaway. No offense to the fancy places out there, but nothing hits like a dive bar. A Wisconsin man knows these warm and well-worn familiar mainstays are part of our culture here. He's made it his mission to highlight the dives all over the state and redefine how we think of them. In most neighborhoods, there's always that reliable little watering hole just down the road.
Silent film series Duck Soup Cinema makes some noise for 45th season
If you're tired of people talking at the movies, there's a place where even the film characters don't utter a single word. Silent films of generation's past are finding new life at the Overture Center. The return of a beloved film series is showing us why these old silent films are timeless. It's not a gray area up for discussion.. The black and white images on the silver screen more than 100 years ago were so dazzling they didn’t need a single word.
Cottage Grove physician assistant shares his prescription to longevity
It's said if you do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life. That's good news for a local physician assistant, who has a lot of days on the job behind him. In fact, he's celebrating a major work milestone we don't often see anymore. “Hey Greg. I’m good, how you been?” Lou Falligant said to his patient at UW Health Cottage Grove Clinic. Medicine is like a puzzle and Falligant says it’s his job as a physician assistant to solve it.
Sun Prairie Education Foundation set for benefit to help students
Did you know you could be the key to unlocking a child's future? That's the goal and theme of an upcoming event to help students in Sun Prairie. The Keys to the Future event benefits the Sun Prairie Education Foundation. It's a fundraiser that features games, prizes, silent auctions and a meet raffle. The Foundation's goal is to raise money for grants in the district. If teachers see a need, they can apply for a grant and use that money to better serve their students.
Pogie the Yogie's morning movement for back to school
The first days of school may be the last thing students and parents want to deal with early in the morning. That's especially true if your fall routine is still on summer vacation. Thankfully, local children's web series host Pogie the Yogie is showing us some morning movement tips to get you ready for the classroom. You can learn more about Pogie the Yogie and see episodes of his series by clicking or tapping here.
Blues singer heals broken heart
A Janesville blues musician is getting a well-deserved encore after a life-threatening diagnosis almost brought his final curtain call. James Earl Tate keeps his focus on his voice and he performs all over the area. He almost missed warning signs for a different part of his body. He's sharing his story to help others, and to show us how he fought back. James Earl Tate knows the blues by heart. "Everyone wants to know why I sing the blues and I always go, 'I am the blues,'" Tate said. Life wasn't easy.
HALT act gives new hope in fight against fentanyl
Advocates who fight addiction and its stigma are weighing in on the recently signed HALT Act. President Donald Trump signed the measure into law, which now permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances as schedule one drugs. Angela Kennecke is the founder of Emily's Hope. Her foundation promotes addiction education and resources for treatment and recovery. She named it after her daughter, Emily, who died of accidental fentanyl poisoning seven years ago at the age of 21.
The art of letting go
A local artist says not all murals should be on walls. He says some belong in the trash. If you're familiar with Liubóv Szwako, also known as Triangulador, you know some of his notable work -- including the Madison mural on Monroe Street, and the flamingos off East Johnson. He has a new mural, and you could say he's not sleeping on a different street project he started during the pandemic. He's showing us why some of his permanent and disposable art can teach us a valuable life-long lesson.
Madison Film Festival back for third year
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Music from generation to generation
Connections to the Concerts on the Square in run deep. That's true for a Madison woman. Joanna Burish's journey took her from sitting on one of the blankets on the lawn to a seat in the boardroom. She's sharing her how her parents made sure music was always part of her life and why she wants to give that experience to other families.
Former UWL Chancellor Joe Gow's federal trial set for June 2026 over firing dispute
Former UW-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow's federal jury trial is scheduled for June 22, 2026, in his lawsuit against the UW Board of Regents. Gow argues his firing from a tenured faculty position violated his First Amendment rights. The case stems from a controversy that began in December 2023 when Gow was removed as chancellor and later fired as a professor in September 2024 after he'd produced and appeared in pornographic videos with his wife.
Local woman's cancer journey takes her to the graduation stage
If you've ever put your dreams on hold, sometimes it takes a nightmare to give you the push to make them come true. A Middleton woman found herself in that situation and decided it's never too late for a second chance. Murla Chappell just got her nails done. "Oh Yes! Thank you," Chappell said. She was sitting on her porch, showing off a teal blue polish on her nails. "I've never had a manicure," Chappell said, smiling ear to ear. Usually her hands are too busy praying. "I pray for my neighbors.
'Pogie the Yogie' teaches children yoga and mindfulness
Mr. Rogers wanted to be your neighbor. Steve helped you find Blue's Clues. Dolly Parton wants to teach you how to read through her Imagination Library. These are just a few of the icons children know and love. There's another newer web series children's host who you can watch with your kids. The duo who created him is giving us a behind the scenes look at how Pogie is using yoga to go beyond any stretch of the imagination.
'Pogie the Yogie' teaches children yoga and mindfulness
Mr. Rogers wanted to be your neighbor. Steve helped you find Blue's Clues. Dolly Parton wants to teach you how to read through her Imagination Library. These are just a few of the icons children know and love. There's another newer web series children's host who you can watch with your kids. The duo who created him is giving us a behind the scenes look at how Pogie is using yoga to go beyond any stretch of the imagination.
First Warn Traffic: 4 right lanes on Verona Road near Beltline after crash are now open
MADISON, Wis. -- The four right lanes on Verona Road near the Beltline that were closed after a crash first reported at around 1:43 p.m. have now reopened, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The lanes reopened approximately at 3:15 p.m. In an update, an MFD spokesperson said two ambulances transported people to St. Mary's Hospital while another ambulance took someone to Meriter. The extent of injuries is unknown. This is a developing story.
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