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Can we please put an end to the endless fights over public school funding? I am as sick of hearing Gov. Tony Evers and Democrats cry for more money as I am of hearing the GOP mindlessly bellow, "No!"Public school…

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I usually don't have thankfulness on my mind as I trudge out my driveway in the frigid predawn winter days to get the newspaper. But last week was different.

Public discussion often points to past periods of economic growth as markers of national success. Economic strength is important, but it is not the only factor that supports a stable and functional society. Another element worth attention is civility —…

NATO should announce it will accept Ukraine into the organization in 60 days, while simultaneously inviting Russia, China, Iran and North Korea to join in forming a World Treaty Organization.

Caroline Harvey is a world-class athlete, yet the senior defender for the Wisconsin women's hockey team remains relatively anonymous on campus. Dont' worry, she prefers it that way.

The Gophers scored on their first four power plays and scored a short-handed goal in closing Wisconsin's January of misery with another loss.

A senior guard was out due to an injury and an assistant coach wasn't on the bench as Wisconsin cruised to a win over Ohio State on Saturday. Here's why.

Austin Rapp scored all 19 of his points in the first half to spark a Badgers run. And his consistency could be another thing that elevates an ascending group.

Cassie Hall scored three and Vivian Jungels scored two as the Badgers equaled their largest margin of victory over Minnesota at Ridder Arena.

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The Badgers cruised to a 10-point home victory to provide some momentum before a difficult stretch of February games.

Jim Leonhard spent 2016-22 in several roles for Wisconsin, and now has a defensive coordinator spot with the Bills' new coaching staff.

Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The primary is Feb. 18."Peter DollAge: 62Occupation: General ManagerPrior elected office: Village Trustee, 2 YearsOther public service: Volunteer first aid Ski Patroller for the past 35 yearsEducation: BSEE and MSEE Electrical Engineering…

The crane dropped the beam approximately 50 feet at a construction site near the corner of State and Fairchild streets, authorities said.

Sun Prairie's own Jimmy the Groundhog will predict the end of winter Monday, and the public is invited.

The Badgers will play the Gophers on Saturday without coach Mark Johnson, who left Minneapolis after Friday's overtime loss.

The 14th annual Frozen Assets Festival is happening next weekend for those who want to venture out onto the ice.

Local officials are sending a message of preparedness — but keeping it discreet enough not to draw much attention.

The Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities study surveys 20 institutions.