Today is Oct. 15, 2012. On this day in 1951, Mexican chemist Luis Miramontes completes the first synthesis of norethisterone, the progestin that would be used in one of the first three oral contraceptives.

*WSJ (paywall): Duplex could become community center on Madison’s southwest side.

*BH: Former UW veterinarian writes letter in support of PETA’s claims.

*MJS (paywall): How Thompson, Baldwin differ on stem cell research.

*BB: Jason Thompson (Tommy Thompson’s son): Let’s send President Obama back to Chicago--or Kenya.

*MC: Small business owner looks forward to FEED kitchen.

*TDP: Great Dane awarded brewpub of the year at 2012 Great American Beer Festival.

*TDP: Beer Here: Hop Happy IPA from Milwaukee Brewing.