As we wait to learn more about a drive-by shooting that injured three teenagers over the weekend, I spoke to witnesses who described the scene as chaotic and disturbing. Read More: shorturl.at/gimt2

A recent study discovered incarceration rates have decreased in every state and for almost every demographic, resulting in a 20% national decline since 2007. Here's what some experts say are the driving factors for the decrease: shorturl.at/goFJT

Although Congress was able to reach a temporary solution to fund the federal agencies until Nov. 17th, families who rely on federal food and nutrition programs are asking lawmakers to create policies that would protect essential services in the event of a government shutdown.

HAPPENING NOW - there's a significant gathering of over 100 demonstrators at the steps of the Wisconsin State Capitol building to stand in solidarity with Palestine. I'll bring you the latest tonight at 10 p.m.

Madison's 14 absentee ballot drop boxes are now unlocked & ready to receive absentee ballots for the Aug primary. Thank you, WI Supreme Court for recognizing drop boxes are a safe & secure way to vote in WI. We want to ensure every eligible voter can vote. ow.ly/TORk50SSqnW

Here's the longer version of Sen. JD Vance on why Wisconsin voters would want to have a beer with him. "I guess they'd want to have a beer with me because I actually do like to drink beer" He went on to say, "I've never met a guy who likes normal people more than Donald Trump"

Tonight on WKOW 27 News 27 News at 10 -- I spoke with Madison Police Chief Dr. Shon F. Barnes about Madison's budget crisis. Hear why he believes public safety is at risk if City of Madison Common Council doesn't add a referendum to the November ballot.

**BEEP BEEP** Have you ever wanted to know what's it’s like to drive a school bus? Stoughton Area School District gave people an chance to test drive a bus in an effort to recruit more drivers. Tonight on WKOW 27 News at 10 — I get behind the wheel of a bus for the first time.

Could you see yourself driving students to a brighter future every morning? Yesterday I got behind the wheel of a 40-foot, up to 80-passenger school bus to see how it feels. 😎 Check out my full story on the shortage of bus drivers here: bit.ly/4cjoKv9

History was nearly made at Madison International Speedway as a high school racer came close to becoming the first female to win a championship on the track. This marks the closest any woman has come to claiming the title since racing began on the track in 1953.

A lot of people have said “Jerel, you're no quarterback, but your stories are always a touchdown,” … and to that, I say…thank you 😂 It's time for football season and the first Badger game of the year kicks off Friday. #PutMeInCoach #Badgers #OnWisconsin