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Dane County, Wisconsin is expanding access to electric vehicles with 22 new charging stations designed to reach renters and rural residents. The "Charge Up Dane County" initiative prioritizes neighborhoods where home charging isn't an option.
After Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane died from ALS at 53, his entertainment community rallied to raise over $415,000 for his wife and two teenage daughters. The outpouring shows how Hollywood takes care of its own in times of tragedy.
Actor Eric Dane couldn't attend an ALS gala due to his health, but sent a powerful message of hope and determination. Fellow ALS advocate Aaron Lazar accepted the award on his behalf as the community rallied around him.
A Great Dane from New England just earned the Guinness World Record for tallest living female dog. Her big personality matches her record-breaking height.
A gentle giant from North Stonington just became the world's tallest living female dog. Minnie the Great Dane stands over three feet tall and loves nothing more than naps and horse shows.
Tony-winning designer Dane Laffrey has built a breathtaking three-dimensional world for Broadway's new vampire musical that transforms into everything from underground lairs to towering railroad trestles. His innovative design at the Palace Theatre proves that creative problem-solving can turn wild theatrical dreams into stunning reality.
Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane turned his ALS diagnosis into a powerful mission, raising over half a million dollars for research before his death at 53. His final months moved the needle forward for thousands battling the rare disease.
Free tax preparation volunteers in Dane County helped neighbors claim nearly $5 million in refunds last year, turning tax season stress into surprising wins for over 3,000 families. Now the program is back and ready to help even more residents discover money they didn't know they had coming.
Actor Eric Dane spent his final months fighting for ALS research funding before passing away in February 2026. His advocacy helped push critical legislation forward that could lead to a cure for the devastating disease.
The University at Albany men's lacrosse team secured their third consecutive America East Tournament title with a thrilling 14-11 comeback victory over Vermont. The win earns the Great Danes their 12th conference crown and a ticket to the NCAA Tournament.
Denmark's Olympic hockey team led Team USA twice in the first period despite facing 25 NHL superstars, proving heart can challenge talent on the world's biggest stage. The Danes kept it a one-goal game deep into the match before falling 6-3 in Milan.
A bipartisan bill reauthorizing critical ALS research funding moved forward in Congress, championed by advocates including the late actor Eric Dane and a patient who's lived eight years beyond his six-month prognosis. The legislation supports development of investigational drugs and clinical trials that could finally crack this devastating disease.
When actor Eric Dane lost his voice to ALS, AI technology gave it back to him so authentically that his family and nurses were moved to tears. Now the company behind it is offering free voice restoration to one million people worldwide.
Australian tennis player Dane Sweeny defeated a former world number six at the Australian Open after his father sold his cleaning business to keep the dream alive. The 24-year-old's journey from ranking 680th in the world to Melbourne Park proves what perseverance and family sacrifice can achieve.
Former research beagles in Dane County are learning what it means to be dogs for the first time, thanks to volunteers who traveled from across the country to help. The dogs are showing remarkable resilience as they prepare for their forever homes.
MLB pitcher Dane Dunning is representing Team Korea at the World Baseball Classic, paying tribute to his Korean mother and the heritage she gave him. After missing the 2023 tournament due to injury, he's finally wearing his mother's country across his chest.
When a Nevada corrections officer ordered steaks for his two dying Great Danes, a 20-year-old restaurant host quietly paid the $68 bill himself. The simple act of compassion gave one family a moment of comfort on their darkest day.
Jonas Vingegaard dominated stage 20 of the Giro d'Italia with a thrilling mountain attack, putting him one day away from becoming only the eighth cyclist ever to win all three of road racing's biggest competitions. The 29-year-old Dane just needs to finish Sunday's final stage in Rome to complete his historic achievement.
Jonas Vingegaard just became only the eighth rider in history to win all three of cycling's Grand Tours, claiming victory at the Giro d'Italia in Rome. The 29-year-old Dane completed cycling's ultimate achievement less than two years after a devastating crash that left him with a collapsed lung and multiple broken bones.
After decades protecting kids as a prosecutor, Deirdre Garton is now feeding them through urban farms. Her work with Rooted brings fresh food and farming education to thousands in Madison.
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