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America's ball-knower: How former Badgers QB Nate Tice has climbed the sports media ladder

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 5:40am
Nate Tice uses his experience as a Wisconsin QB, college and NFL coach, and NFL personnel staffer to analyze the NFL and its draft for Yahoo Sports.

Finishing games strong a major goal for Packers in offseason workouts

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 5:35am
Green Bay seemingly couldn't get out of its own way late in close contests last season. The hope is that mindset and execution in practice can reverse that trend.

Do Donald Trump, RFK Jr. deserve credit for release of Ridglan Farms beagles?

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 5:30am
In a Facebook post, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services attributed the release of the final nearly 500 beagles to President Trump and Kennedy.

Wisconsin volleyball class of 2028 recruit speaks on process, commitment

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 5:03am
Taylor Freeland didn't need much time to make her decision to play for the Badgers. Here's what stood out after she committed to the Badgers.

Trump Derangement Syndrome is affliction of president's fans | Richard Peidelstein

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 5:00am
U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Penn., recently advised the Democrats should get over their Trump Derangement Syndrome. It was a surprising statement, coming from a Democrat.

Marsy's Law can give crime victims a voice | Chantel Soumis

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 5:00am
When you experience a crime, the legal system instantly pulls you into a process that can drag on for months or even years. As a victim, I don't think the legal system was originally built with a survivor's healing in…

California elections are complicated, not corrupt | Laurie Harmon

Thu, 06/18/2026 - 5:00am
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., have falsely questioned the integrity of the California primary elections, but neither can produce one credible evidence of wrongdoing because they know the truth: California’s system is complicated and labor-intensive.

Tornado hits north side of Belleville

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 10:43pm
Two homes had 'very significant damage" and officials were still assessing damage.

Jackson Chourio, Christian Yelich go deep as Brewers overcome Guardians grand slam

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 10:03pm
Chourio delivered his sixth homer in his past seven games and rookie Cooper Pratt got his first big league hit and RBI to help offset Daniel Schneemann's fourth-inning grand slam.

What to know about Giannis Antetokounmpo's contract and how it could impact a trade

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 7:03pm
Bucks ownership has said the team will either trade superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason or offer him a contract extension when he is eligible to receive one Oct. 1.

At least two tornadoes reported, more possible in southern Wisconsin this evening

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 6:15pm
A tornado watch remains in effect through 9 p.m. for Dane, Green, Iowa, Jefferson, Lafayette, Rock and Walworth counties.

Defender who 'plays the right way 200 feet' becomes 1st-round pick in PWHL Draft

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 5:37pm
Vivian Jungels didn't get the acclaim that some of her Badgers teammates did, but she ended up a first-round pick in the PWHL Draft, just like the others.

High-scoring forward is 4th from Wisconsin picked in 1st round of PWHL Draft

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 5:23pm
Kirsten Simms is headed to Toronto in the PWHL after becoming the fifth Badgers player to score 100 career goals.

Wisconsin's 4-time NCAA champion picked by Las Vegas in PWHL Draft

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 5:06pm
Lacey Eden won four NCAA championships with the Badgers. Now she's heading to the PWHL as a first-round draft pick.

Judge denies effort by school choice groups to join school funding lawsuit

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 5:02pm
Eau Claire County Circuit Court judge Sarah Harless told attorneys the case “ultimately is not about school choice, but about public schools and public school funding.”

PWHL expansion team selects Wisconsin women's hockey star in 1st round

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 4:51pm
Laila Edwards was the first pick for the PWHL's San Jose expansion team, and she became the second Badgers player chosen in the opening round.

Madison man arrested after attempted sexual assault of UW Hospital employee

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 4:45pm
he man allegedly entered several University Hospital restrooms and attempted to assault a hospital employee, police said.

State Street nightclub will have to go quiet the rest of the year

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 4:25pm
Cielo can continue serving food and drinks but would lose its ability to host DJ performances and most live music.

Wisconsin women's hockey star with unmatched season is No. 1 pick in PWHL Draft

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 4:20pm
A Badgers defender who rewrote the record books was Vancouver's choice with the first pick in the PWHL Draft, adding another milestone to her unparalleled season.

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