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5 questions with Verona boys tennis' Ty Tennison
Get to know Verona's Ty Tennison, the Wildcats' No. 1 singles player who is eyeing a third straight state tournament appearance this postseason.
Middleton school district surveying residents on possible referendum
The Middleton-Cross Plains School District is floating three possible referendum amounts. The district’s last operations referendum is set to expire after the 2026-27 school year.
Feds can't compel Wisconsin to turn over sensitive voter data, judge rules
In a statement, attorneys for liberal law firms and Wisconsin voters intervening in the case called the ruling a “massive victory” for voter privacy and the rejection of federal overreach.
Wisconsin groups demand UW Health restart gender-affirming care for transgender youth
In January, two of Wisconsin’s largest pediatric hospitals, Madison-based UW Health and Children's Wisconsin in Milwaukee, confirmed they paused gender-affirming care for patients under 18 years old.
Monona student arrested after police find gun in school
The student, who is from Monona, was arrested on charges including possession of a firearm in a school zone, resisting arrest and receiving stolen property.
Search for new Vilas Zoo director underway
Dane County has begun its nationwide search for the next executive director of Vilas Zoo, two months after the zoo’s former head retired.
See what’s on tap for Memorial Day weekend weather for southern Wisconsin
Tired of chilly weather heading into the weekend that marks the unofficial start of summer? Be patient.
Another former Waupun staffer gets case related to prisoner death dropped
Another former staff member of Waupun Correctional Institution charged in connection with a death at the prison has had criminal charges dropped.
No Wisconsin hunt expected for sharp-tailed grouse this year after population decline
A sharp decline in Wisconsin's largest remaining population of sharp-tailed grouse prompted Department of Natural Resources wildlife managers and an advisory committee to recommend no hunting season
Wisconsin Originals: Laura Ingalls Wilder’s ‘Little House’ series drew on life in Wisconsin and Midwest
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Madison Beltline in limbo after referendum 50 years ago
This State Journal editorial ran on May 21, 1976:
State police union calls for release of evidence in Madison School Board member’s arrest
Without seeing a complete review, the public will draw conclusions based largely on competing characterizations of the incident, Wisconsin Professional Police Association Executive Director Jim Palmer said.
Verona man charged with child sex offenses, including assault
Fitchburg police said in a statement that the case began April 1 when they received a report from a community service partner regarding alleged ongoing sexual assaults of a minor.
Behind bars, they earned bachelor's degrees. Now was their time to turn tassels
OREGON – Visitors aren't normally allowed on Mondays at Oakhill Correctional Institution, but May 18 was an exception.
Morgridges gift $85.2 million for major renovation of UW-Madison’s historic Science Hall
A glass atrium and air conditioning are a few of the major updates the 137-year-old Science Hall at UW-Madison will undergo during its $163.2 million renovation project.
Banned song in Watertown performed for thousands in community concert
The Watertown School Board tried to silence "A Mother of a Revolution!," but instead inspired a small uprising in this city of 22,500.
Spring Green General Store up for sale, complete with soup, puzzles and music
The store and cafe, founded in 1976, have been owned by Karin Miller since 1993.
Restaurant review: Rare Steakhouse happy hour offers luxury at half price
Eat well at one of Madison's top restaurants for half the price.
Why 'flexibility' will play a key role on Packers' defensive line
Along the defensive front, Green Bay may move players around based on their skill sets, the week-to-week matchups, and in-game situations.
How Wisconsin football, RB Abu Sama III found what they needed in each other
The Badgers moved quickly in the transfer portal to land running back Abu Sama III, and spring practices showed the potential he brings to the offense.






