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Spring results indicate Wisconsin voters are tiring of school referendums, report finds
If the November results mirror spring’s, 2026 will have the lowest approval rate for school referendums since 2010, a Wisconsin Policy Forum report found.
Large, non-native dead snake found dumped along Iowa County road
The snake was dumped along Highway Z, north of Hillside School in Iowa County. The type of snake and its length was not provided.
Monona police seeking driver who fled vehicle after crashing during pursuit
Monona police said the pursuit was its first after a 59-day period without a pursuit.
12 local shops are celebrating Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday
A dozen independent bookstores in Dane County and surrounding areas are joining more than 1,600 shops across the nation offering special deals and limited-edition items.
Quiet 1st round leaves Packers 'itching to get after it' on Day 2 of NFL Draft
General manager Brian Gutekunst said a jump into the first round "was going to be quite expensive" but reiterated that the Packers are in a strong spot entering Day 2.
Initial designs revealed for new Sennett, Cherokee Heights middle schools
The initial plans feature nature-inspired designs with ample green space.
Old dams are at greater risk in Wisconsin, Michigan | Richard B. Rood
Parts of Wisconsin and Michigan are in the midst of historic flooding this spring. Days of heavy rainfall on top of snow have sent lakes and rivers over their banks and threatened several dams in both states, forcing people to…
Wisconsin volleyball's revamped roster set for Field House debut
Only two starters from the team that played in the Final Four in December will be on the court Friday when the Badgers close the spring with their first home match.
Four 2024 All-Supernova girls basketball honorees detail their transfer portal journeys
The transfer portal era moves at a fast pace, and four of the five members of the 2024 girls basketball All-Supernova team recently went through the process.
Rename Madison schools after the streets they are on | Linda Tanke
There is a simple solution to renaming a school when its namesake turns out to have clay feet. Name it after the street it’s on.
Packers have mixed results when going without 1st-round NFL draft pick
It'd been 40 years since Green Bay entered a draft without a first-round selection, but trades left them facing a similar situation in 2008 and 2017. Here's how they fared.
Local digest for Friday, April 24, 2026
Pedestrian hit by unlicensed driver, dies
Why Marcus Sedberry doesn't plan 'hasty decisions' as Wisconsin's interim AD
Wisconsin interim athletic director Marcus Sedberry addressed his willingness to make major changes and his interest in the permanent job as he took questions.
Babcock Dairy scoops up new flavor to honor James and Sue Patterson
The new, limited-edition flavor honors James Patterson, best-selling author and this spring’s commencement speaker, and his wife, Badger alum and longtime donor Sue Patterson.
Wisconsin women's basketball adds Southern Conference Player of the Year
Wisconsin continued its strong offseason, adding a second reigning mid-major conference player of the year to its roster.
Spencer Torkelson hits walk-off home run to give Tigers win over Brewers
Spencer Torkelson hit a walk-off home run and Riley Greene had two hits, including a two-run homer, to rally the Detroit Tigers to a win over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Madison restaurant owner held by ICE home after 85-day detainment
Noel Quintana was detained by immigration authorities while attempting to fly back to Madison from Mexico in late January.
Wisconsin sues to stop illegal sports betting fueled by prediction market apps
Attorney General Josh Kaul said the lawsuits are largely seeking to end the practice of illegal sports betting in Wisconsin, but left the door open for potential monetary damages.
How interim AD Marcus Sedberry, Wisconsin football plan to find new GM
Marcus Sedberry detailed the plan to replace himself as the football team's general manager in his first interview since taking over as Wisconsin's interim AD on Thursday.
Wisconsin men's basketball signs Australian forward as 8th offseason addition
The Badgers' latest signing is the second player signed from Australia this offseason, joining point guard Owen Foxwell.






