Mark Charter

Sep 12, 2024 | wkow.com | Mark Charter

MADISON (WKOW) -- As we move into a new school year, a lot of kids and parents are feeling the weight of anxiety. It's a normal part of this major transition, but it's important to know when typical jitters might be something more. We sat down with a child psychologist to talk about what kids and parents should both be aware of. First off, doctors say it's normal to experience a mix of emotions this time of year. "Are they going to be able to make friends?

May 24, 2024 | wkow.com | Mark Charter

MADISON (WKOW) -- Madison Gas and Electric crews say they are still working to restore service to the remaining customers impacted by Tuesday evening's damaging storms. MGE says more specific estimated times of restoration for all remaining impacted customers are expected to be available later today. The company also says customers without power after Tuesday's storm will have service restored by the end of the day Saturday, with the majority of those customers restored before then.

Mar 31, 2024 | wkow.com | Mark Charter

By Mark Charter MADISON (WKOW) -- A Madison police officer was hurt after trying to stop a vehicle Saturday night. Officers say it happened on the 1,000 block of Moorland Road around 9:30 p.m.Police say an officer crashed his squad car trying to chase down another vehicle. That officer was taken to a local hospital and was released. The suspect was found and taken into custody.

Dec 22, 2023 | waow.com | Mark Charter

MADISON, Wis. (WKOW) -- St. John's Lutheran Church on East Washington Avenue in Madison has been a pillar in the community for decades. But as congregations change and the need for housing increases, the organization is making some pretty unique moves on a sought-after piece of property downtown. Our story starts back in 1856... "We were founded by German immigrants here in Madison, more than 150 years ago," said Reverend Peter Beeson, lead pastor at St. John's Lutheran Church.

Dec 21, 2023 | wkow.com | Mark Charter

MADISON, Wis. (WKOW) -- St. John's Lutheran Church on East Washington Avenue in Madison has been a pillar in the community for decades. But as congregations change and the need for housing increases, the organization is making some pretty unique moves on a sought-after piece of property downtown. Our story starts back in 1856... "We were founded by German immigrants here in Madison, more than 150 years ago," said Reverend Peter Beeson, lead pastor at St. John's Lutheran Church.