UW researchers use AI to improve brain cancer care, inform biopsy decisions
AI tools could help predict which patients would see a positive response to chemotherapy and radiation treatment.
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Newly agreed upon debt ceiling, budget deal await House approval ahead of US default
This afternoon, the House Rules Committee is scheduled to consider the package and vote on sending it to the full House for a vote expected Wednesday.
Target faces backlash for Pride display controversies
The retailer said its actions were aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of its employees after protesters knocked over Pride signs and confronted workers in stores.
New salon The 360 has opened on Dempsey Road
It currently has a lash extension and nail technician and plans to offer its services through a maximum of 10 independent contractors.
State Street Starbucks workers accuse upper management of anti-union efforts ahead of vote
A Starbucks spokesperson has maintained that management provided employees with neutral information about the upcoming election.
LunART festival coming to Madison
The event will feature a variety of panels, film showings, and concerts.
Attic Angel sale will return to Middleton
About 75% of the sale’s proceeds will go toward grants to nonprofits that help address housing insecurity for families with school-age children.
Verona to host Girls on the Run
The run represents the culmination of Girls on the Run’s largest spring season to date.
Spring Green and Mauston butchers claim unnecessary DATCP product recalls
A major source of contention is focused on non-product safety recalls for reasons such as label misprints.
Consumer spending in April indicates still-high inflation
Friday’s data underscores the U.S. economy’s surprising resilience, but the persistence of high inflation is complicating the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions.
UW System faces $60M projected debt by end of 2023–24
The majority of the structural deficits are projected between just under $3 million–$6.5 million.
State lawmaker denies persistent drug issues at his tavern, where three overdosed, one died
A regular patron of Brooks’ bar sold cocaine laced with fentanyl to 28-year-old Nick Hamilton and three friends attending a birthday party there.
DWD releases April unemployment data
Preliminary unemployment rates decreased in all 12 Wisconsin metro areas over the month of April and over the year.
Stock market on Thursday bolstered by AI profits
One of Wall Street’s most valuable stocks, Nvidia’s surge was the strongest force pushing upward on the S&P 500.
Last quarter’s US economic growth revised, still slow
Across the economy, the Fed’s interest rate increases have elevated the costs of auto loans, credit card borrowing, and business loans.
