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ACT scoring issue could change Wisconsin students' test scores

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:45am
High school students in Wisconsin and nationwide may see changes to their ACT scores after the testing company discovered a scoring issue with this spring's exam.

Sean Duffy's expensive vacation funded by companies he regulates | Chris Brennan

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 6:40am
It's not exactly a mystery why Sean Duffy, President Donald Trump's secretary of Transportation from Wisconsin, seems so befuddled and embittered about the backlash that followed his May 8 reveal that American corporations funded a five-part reality television series about…

Polzin: Inside Wisconsin men's basketball coach Greg Gard's push for a 40-game regular season

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:45am
The Wisconsin men's basketball coach backed the recent move to expand the NCAA Tournament by eight teams. But he believes there are other opportunities to add "inventory."

Tyrod Taylor adds depth, veteran presence to Packers' quarterback group

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:35am
The Green Bay Packers found and experienced veteran to fill out the backup quarterback role.

Adapted Sports League helps students with disabilities find confidence, connection

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:03am
Verona and Mount Horeb are the latest area schools to join the Adapted Sports League. See how the league, created in 2022, has helped students with disabilities and their families.

Democrats nixed deal in hopes of winning November's election | Chuck Litweiler

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:00am
The Democrats' assessment of Gov. Tony Evers' deal with the Republican leaders was that the Republicans got the best of it. They figured it was better to wait on the possibility of more Democrats winning in November.

Music won't 'indoctrinate' Watertown students | Nancy Gray

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:00am
The Watertown School Board banned a piece of music from being played by the high school band.

MAGA couldn't be more different than tea party movement | Jeffrey Sundby

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:00am
Remember the tea party political movement during President Barack Obama's first term? They demanded a smaller, more efficient government with much more accountability, and for the government to do what their constituents voted for.

Donald Trump shouldn't be able to create fund for 'wrongful' prosecution | Kentl Berton

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 5:00am
Corruption in the Trump administration must stop.

5 Madison area high school softball stars of the week: May 20 edition

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 4:37am
A perfect game, timely hits and big performance weeks highlight this week's 5-star voting. Vote for your favorite as the Supernova.

Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers shut down Cubs to continue series winning streak

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 10:27pm
The Milwaukee Brewers took over as the leaders of the NL Central with a half-game lead.

America's small liberal arts colleges are in danger | Bloomberg News

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 6:40pm
Step within the stone gates of a liberal arts college, and it’s easy to see the appeal: small classes and sprawling lawns, neo-Gothic architecture and modern amenities. When such institutions were established, many hoped they’d foster an intellectual “awakening” among…

Like Chad Patrick, the Brewers' Shane Drohan embracing his new bullpen role

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 4:47pm
The Milwaukee Brewers LHP came in and provided 4⅓ innings of relief to lead the team to a win over the Chicago Cubs.

Odana Hills redesign could sideline golfers in 2027, clubhouse marked for demolition

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 3:52pm
Part of Odana Hills Golf Course may close before the end of this season to overhaul the fairways and greens, while the whole course would be closed in 2027.

Here's what to know about Brat Fest 2026

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 3:33pm
Raise your glass to the best of the wurst in Madison Memorial Day weekend.

Braves catcher, former Madison West star Drake Baldwin to IL

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 3:08pm
Drake Baldwin was hitting .303 with 13 homers when he went down with an injury. Here are the details.

Jenifer Street near Marquette Elementary to be closed during arrival and dismissal times

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 2:21pm
The “School Street” pilot near Marquette Elementary will see part of Jenifer Street temporarily close in the morning and afternoon for student walking and biking safety.

Former Brewers shortstop Arcia is back in the big leagues

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 2:17pm
Orlando Arcia is reportedly being brought up by the Minnesota Twins.

The Madison School District will offer 60 days of paid parental leave to all staff

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 1:02pm
The Madison School District is one of the first in the state with a paid leave policy, offering 12 weeks of paid parental and adoption leave, and paid leave for foster care placement and pregnancy loss.

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