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Teen dies in horse and buggy crash with truck in Clark County

Tue, 07/21/2026 - 5:10am
A Clark County teen is dead after a horse and buggy and a pickup truck crashed Friday in the Clark County town of York.

How much is Chris Solinsky making to lead Wisconsin cross country, track teams?

Tue, 07/21/2026 - 5:03am
Former Badgers star Chris Solinsky has a starting salary that's 18% less than what his predecessor made as Director of Track & Field and Cross Country.

Gov. Tony Evers shouldn't have endorsed in Democratic primary | Denise Beckfield

Tue, 07/21/2026 - 5:00am
I've always been a strong supporter of Gov. Tony Evers. But I was outraged to learn he was endorsing one candidate for governor, given all the others running in the upcoming race.

If elections are rigged by Democrats, how did Republicans win big? | Tom Morrison

Tue, 07/21/2026 - 5:00am
The big question of the day is: If elections are rigged and rampant with fraud and cheating by Democrats, how is it that both the U.S. House and Senate, as well as the White House and both chambers of Wisconsin's…

Tony Evers might right call to endorse David Crowley in primary | Carol Steinhart

Tue, 07/21/2026 - 5:00am
Gov. Tony Evers’ endorsement of gubernatorial candidate David Crowley is very good news. I believe that Crowley is indisputably the best qualified and most experienced candidate, with a thorough understanding of the issues, the right platform and a workable strategy…

ICE killings could still happen here in Wisconsin | Mary Michal

Tue, 07/21/2026 - 5:00am
It could happen here. Imagine a hard-working immigrant, milking cows on a local dairy farm, is driving home from work when U.S. Immigration and Customs agents see the car and someone who “looks like” a target for deportation. They have…

Joel Brennan can appeal to voters across Wisconsin | Stefan Wahe

Tue, 07/21/2026 - 5:00am
Wisconsin Democrats need to nominate someone who can do more than excite one part of the party. We need a candidate who can withstand the Republican attack machine, bring Democrats to the polls, reassure independents and compete in communities across…

Brewers rough up former franchise ace in pitching duel with Mets

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 9:43pm
Milwaukee starter Jacob Misiorowski, who skipped his last start before the All-Star break due to arm fatigue, allowed one unearned run before exiting after four innings.

Maple Bluff spa owner charged with prostitution is linked to spas in Monona and Sun Prairie

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 5:06pm
The Monona spa has been shut down, while police are “monitoring” the Sun Prairie facility.

Former Nuestro Mundo teacher pleads guilty to getting girl to send him sexually explicit video

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 4:25pm
According to the agreement, Madison police became aware in January that the Texas girl was exchanging messages with him and “found that she was producing explicit images at his request.”

Packers extend standout defensive lineman's contract

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 4:03pm
Green Bay staff and defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt agreed to a three-year deal worth $57 million with a $20 million signing bonus.

Wisconsin eases nursing teacher requirements to address shortages

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 3:30pm
A master’s degree in nursing was previously required to teach clinical courses in nursing programs.

Red Sox sign pair of Wisconsin-connected draft picks

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 2:43pm
Two players from the state are set to begin their professional careers with Boston's farm system.

Metro Transit reports 3 million passenger jump in first full year of BRT

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 2:03pm
Madison’s bus service saw 3 million more passengers in 2025 than the previous year, although some of that is due to inaccurate reporting in 2024.

Brewers minor league report: Ebel homers twice as brother signs

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 1:27pm
Brady and Trey Ebel are bringing their sibling rivalry to the professional level for Milwaukee's organization, plus other notable things happened with the team's prospects.

Madison police investigating report of sex assault at Madison health care facility

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 12:25pm
The Madison Police Department is investigating after a patient reported being sexually assaulted by an employee at a health care facility.

Woman dead after being found unresponsive in Far West Side hotel pool

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 11:55am
The woman, who was in her 20s, was not identified.

3 takeaways from Brewers' sweep of weekend series against Marlins

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 11:33am
William Contreras hit a three-run walk-off home run Sunday, capping what ended up as three close victories at home over Miami following the All-Star break.

UW system expects record year for Direct Admit offers

Mon, 07/20/2026 - 11:10am
Wisconsin students will start getting letters in August indicating which UW campuses they can attend without completing a traditional application.

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