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Ron Johnson blocked bill to benefit disabled veterans | Paul Mickey

Sun, 03/15/2026 - 5:00am
It was an epic fail. I’m guessing that’s how many veterans feel about U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Oshkosh, blocking a bill that would have allowed veterans with less than 20 years of service to receive full retirement and veterans' disability…

McFarland boys basketball defeats New Berlin West to end 52-year state tournament drought

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 8:39pm
The McFarland boys basketball clinched the program's third state tournament berth with a sectional final win over New Berlin West on Saturday night.

When it rains, it pours for Wisconsin women's hockey NCAA tourney hat trick hero

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 6:27pm
Kelly Gorbatenko has scored in three of the Badgers' last 13 games but her goal total from that stretch is nine after leading the way in the NCAA regional final.

Wisconsin men's basketball 7-footer says he'll be 'ready to go' for NCAA Tournament

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 6:17pm
The Badgers 7-foot forward met with media following Saturday's Big Ten Tournament semifinal loss, providing a positive update in his recovery from an ankle injury.

March can litigate 'respect.' And Wisconsin men's basketball earned itself a whole lot of it

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 5:43pm
The Badgers topped five top-15 teams this season and nearly took down one of the best teams in the country. Their growth has made them scary.

Bucks see losing streak extend to 4 games as McCollum powers Hawks with 30 points

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 5:07pm
CJ McCollum scored 30 points, Jalen Johnson had his 12th triple-double of the season and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday to extend the Bucks' losing streak.

Vultures perch on gas prices in You Toon caption contest

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 4:25pm
Fill in the caption with a clever quip by Tuesday evening and win publication of your line with the cartoon in next Sunday’s newspaper. You’ll also receive a signed print of the cartoon by artist Phil Hands.

Madison Memorial boys basketball beats Verona in sectional final

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 4:18pm
The Spartans hit a late shot and held on in the final seconds after mounting a comeback against the Wildcats.

Wisconsin women's hockey dominates Quinnipiac to punch ticket to 4th straight Frozen Four

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 3:47pm
The Badgers smothered the Bobcats on defense while putting on major pressure in the offensive zone. Here's what stood out.

Wisconsin legislator pleads guilty to disorderly conduct in feud over Hispanic resolutions

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 2:30pm
Prosecutors in Milwaukee County charged state Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez in February. Online court records show the Milwaukee Democrat entered the guilty plea Friday.

3 things that stood out from Wisconsin men's basketball's loss to Michigan

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 2:19pm
Austin Rapp's hot shooting gave the Badgers a chance late, but the Wolverines' star player hit a late shot to halt Wisconsin's Big Ten Conference Tournament run.

Madison, Wisconsin bracing for ‘a storm to remember’

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 2:00pm
Saturday night brings the first of three phases in a mid-March storm promising snow, rain, ice and hail.

Meet the candidates for Waterloo School Board

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 12:50pm
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The election is April 7.

Jarred by too many influences

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 11:30am
It’s easy to see director Maggie Gyllenhaal is an old movie buff.

Wisconsin men's basketball star 7-footer upgraded ahead of Big Ten Tournament semifinal

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 10:53am
While the Badgers have played well without the junior forward, his return would be a major boost.

Late winter storm could wreak havoc throughout Wisconsin this weekend

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 6:00am
Wisconsin is preparing for a potentially historic Winter storm at the start of Spring, as heavy winds, rain and snow are expected to hit different parts of the state.

How to watch, what to know about Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Michigan

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 5:50am
The Badgers advanced to the Big Ten Tournament semifinals for the third-straight season.

Wisconsin's Nick Boyd doesn't need All-Big Ten snub to motivate him. He's always this way

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 5:45am
The star guard led a furious comeback for the Badgers, motivated by a few things along the way. But it doesn't take much to get him fired up.

Madison to open waste drop-off site on the South Side next month

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 5:35am
A third waste drop-off site is opening on Quann-Olin Parkway in April, with additional operating hours scheduled till December.

Which version of Charles Perkins will Wisconsin football get on the defensive line?

Sat, 03/14/2026 - 5:03am
Wisconsin's defensive front has plenty of question marks this spring, including the performance of a senior who has flashed the ability to be disruptive.

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