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Jennifer Mnookin, who has served as UW-Madison’s leader since 2022, is leaving the university in May to become Columbia University’s president.

Shown a photo of the dog food can, the employee said he had thought it was bean dip and that he got it from either a classroom or a food pantry, the affidavit says.

Like the Madison School District, schools in Sun Prairie will be closed Friday after a large number of employees called in absent to attend a May Day march.

The commission ruled the canvassing boards “abused their discretion” when they included the 23 ballots in their canvass of the April 7 election knowing that the ballots had arrived late.

Officials with the organizations said Thursday they spent less than $1 million to buy the dogs.

The Green Bay Packers opted to pick up Lukas Van Ness' fifth-year option a day before the deadline, locking the defensive end down through the 2027 season.

After an extended dispute over who should lead Wisconsin's two U.S. Attorney offices, U.S. Sens.

Democratic organizations, labor unions and community groups are calling for an economic blackout across the nation this year to recognize May Day and International Workers Day.

Brennan proposes using a portion of the state’s budget surplus, projected to reach $2.5 billion by June 2027, to support a temporary suspension of the state’s nearly 31-cent per gallon gas tax.

Wisconsin is overflowing with music festivals this summer – including some brand-new events and a beloved favorite returning after an eight-year absence.

The Badgers received a commitment from a rising defensive line prospect out of Trumbull, Connecticut, with Big Ten rivals circling.

Buoyed by an ardent group of supporters spanning the state, Francesca Hong’s campaign is causing the leading Republican candidate to take notice.

It was a sight for sore eyes when Jackson Chourio and Andrew Vaughn made their debuts for the 2026 season, beginning a rehab assignment at Class AAA Nashville on Monday.

Whether it’s a farmers market stroll, a 5K jaunt or a self-defense course, Madisonians are on the move this weekend.

Madison police say multiple street lanes could be closed to keep May Day demonstrators safe during the walk to Capitol Square on Friday.

If you are thinking of buying eggs to hatch into chickens, please know that you can’t tell if you’re going to get an egg-laying hen or a rooster.

The $32 million, 37,000-square-foot building along Badger Road is designed to be a hub of entrepreneurship, music, the arts, mentorship and a social gathering place for the region’s Black community.

The Badgers' blueprint to a better season is clear, but there are a few questions to figure out before the season. We break them down here.

Area high school boys golf teams have seen their access to neighboring courses dwindle in recent years amid the sport's spike in popularity.