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Why Wisconsin football coach believes new eligibility rule is a good elimination of 'crutch'

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 5:35am
Badgers coach Luke Fickell shared thoughts on the 'five for five' rule that gives all athletes five years of eligibility and eliminates redshirts.

UW-Madison scientists warn that Trump’s grant changes threaten research

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 5:30am
UW-Madison researchers were among the nearly 500,000 commenters who largely denounced a proposed rule that would politicize grants.

American Players Theatre cancels Sunday’s performance

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:05pm
“The Matchmaker” was to be performed at 6 p.m.

William Contreras' 3-run walk-off blast lifts Brewers over Marlins

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 4:53pm
Contreras belted a three-run walk-off home run with one out in the ninth inning to give Milwaukee a series sweep out of the All-Star break.

Dave Zweifel: Ron DeSantis' cruel execution campaign

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 12:30pm
The self-proclaimed Sunshine State has no income tax, and a lot of the well-to-do take up residence there in their golden years to avoid the taxes they had to pay in other states. So it's fitting that it's President Donald…

Brewers pitcher expects to be back soon after stint on IL

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 12:07pm
Milwaukee's Kyle Harrison said he feels great physically and was set to make a rehab start Sunday for the Timber Rattlers.

Wisconsin Originals: Chris Farley broke barriers and furniture in equal measure

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Opera in the Park got a reprieve from heat and smoke with a 'Grand Night for Singing'

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 10:50am
A large, appreciative crowd turned out for Opera in the Park Saturday for the free event's 25th anniversary.

45 body cameras should be easy lift for Madison City Council | Our view

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 7:35am
Madison’s police chief is making it easy for a stubborn City Council to finally phase in helpful body cameras on patrol officers at modest expense.

Zorba Paster: Dementia test shows promise, but there's no benefit in asking for it now

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 7:30am
Enjoy your life while you can. Why worry?

Garden calendar: For the week of July 19

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 7:30am
Tips for your flowers, plants, trees and shrubs.

Yankee Noodler shares passion for hand fishing in Wisconsin

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:50am
We floated in the slack water, held the grassy shore with one hand and slid our lower bodies into the dark unknown under the bank.

David Crowley says he's best suited to unite Wisconsin Dems in race for governor

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:50am
The Milwaukee County executive discussed why he reentered the race just 10 days after saying there was no path to victory and pushed back on claims he's the "establishment" candidate.

Brewers hold off late charge to hand Marlins 5th straight loss

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:40am
Milwaukee surrendered a three-run home run in the ninth before Trevor Megill came on to secure the final three outs for his 15th save in 17 opportunities.

Brewers pitcher announces he needs season-ending shoulder surgery

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:35am
The Brewers hurler plans to "attack" rehab in hopes of continuing his career. Here's why he sees the timing of the announcement as a "beautiful thing."

Negotiate plea agreement for Ridglan Farms activists | Richard S. Russell

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:00am
A legal maxim holds that “hard cases make bad law.” Madison is facing one of those now, and it behooves us to proceed delicately.

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway doesn't deserve a third term | Lyle Krall

Sun, 07/19/2026 - 5:00am
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway has announced she is running for a third term. I hope everyone opens up their eyes and looks at the following record of incompetency in handling the following initiatives:

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