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Former Wisconsin men's basketball star hopes to find 'the best fit' as NBA Draft nears

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 4:37am
The former Badgers guard wants to prove himself at the next level. The NBA Draft is the first step.

Seven Wisconsin golf courses ranked among country's best modern tracks

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 4:05am
Golfweek ranked the top 200 golf courses across the country that opened after 1960.

WIAA state baseball's Wednesday schedule reshuffled with anticipated weather

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 11:03pm
Multiple start times in the WIAA state baseball tournament have been shifted ahead of expected inclement weather. Here's the latest on the changes.

Brewers' 2 solo shots enough to win series opener against Cleveland

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:33pm
Cooper Pratt didn't get a hit in his MLB debut, but Brice Turang and Garrett Mitchell homered to give Milwaukee a victory at home.

3 takeaways from Wisconsin's flip of a 3-star edge defender

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:17pm
The Badgers' work on a recruit committed elsewhere paid off on Tuesday when an edge defender with upside flipped his pledge from Texas Tech.

Brewers prospect 'excited' as he makes MLB debut Tuesday

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 7:03pm
It was likely Cooper Pratt was set to play for Milwaukee soon, but the 21-year-old that staff believes is a future star piece finally appeared at American Family Field.

The home of American astronomy is thriving after a close call in Wisconsin | Chicago Tribune

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 6:40pm
Born in the 1890s and nearly killed off 20 years ago, the historic Yerkes Observatory along the shores of southeast Wisconsin’s Geneva Lake is getting a new life.

Brewers outfielder starting to deliver on vast talent, potential

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 6:27pm
If things go well, Garrett Mitchell will break most of his career records with first-place Milwaukee.

Wisconsin volleyball lands 1st commit of 2028 class with top-20 recruit

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 4:11pm
A 6-foot-3 outside hitter/opposite from Riverside, Utah, pledged her commitment to the Badgers on Tuesday.

Madison pedicab operators asking city to relax regulations

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 3:38pm
High insurance rates and restricted hours are limiting the ability of law-abiding pedicab companies to operate in Madison, they say.

Trump attorney Troupis, others plead not guilty to 2020 fake elector scheme

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 2:51pm
Each felony count is punishable by up to six years of combined prison and extended supervision, and fines of up to $10,000.

Top of PWHL Draft looks loaded with Wisconsin women's hockey stars

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 12:53pm
Caroline Harvey is likely to be the No. 1 pick in the PWHL Draft on Wednesday, and three Badgers teammates could join her in the first round.

Severe storms possible Wednesday for southern Wisconsin if front comes far enough north

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 12:05pm
If severe storms develop more into far southern Wisconsin, all types of severe weather would be possible from the Interstate 94 to the south.

Judge denies Hannah Dugan's bid to overturn jury verdict in ICE case

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 11:29am
A federal judge has denied former Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan's bid to overturn a jury's verdict that she obstructed ICE agents outside her courtroom in April 2025, putting the case

Wisconsin Originals: From pole buildings to 300 stores, Menards a story of success

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Minocqua Brewing Company sues state over beer seizure

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:34am
Brewery owner and liberal activist Kirk Bangstad argues the state’s actions are discriminatory, unconstitutional and a violation of the interstate commerce clause.

What to know about Cooper Pratt, Brewer prospect set for Tuesday debut

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 9:43am
Shortstop Cooper Pratt is on his way to Milwaukee. Here's what to know about the prospect ahead of a series in which he'll likely make his MLB debut.

Here's how the Madison area is celebrating Juneteenth this week

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 8:50am
Celebrate America’s second Independence Day with these festivals, parades, concerts and more.

What questions do you have of Wisconsin’s next governor?

Tue, 06/16/2026 - 7:35am
We’ll do our best to get answers for you, as well as to the many other questions we’ve got for the nine contenders.

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