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Former Brewers star 'proud' of son in family connection with team

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 8:27pm
CC Sabathia already was a special name in Milwaukee. Now with his son, Carsten Fielder III, drafted by the Brewers, there's even more of a familial element.

3 things that stood out from Wisconsin men's basketball's 1st open summer practice

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 6:53pm
The Badgers provided a look at their new group Tuesday at Nicholas-Johnson Pavilion. Here are takeaways from the practice.

What Democrats should learn from Graham Platner's debacle | Boston Herald

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 6:40pm
Democrats are scrambling in the wake of Graham Platner’s exit from the U.S. Senate race in Maine. But one of the questions the party should be asking itself is this: What have you learned from the fiasco?

Brewers star pitcher shares red carpet moment with dog in Philadelphia

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 6:17pm
Jacob Misiorowski wasn't set to pitch Tuesday, but he still put on a show with his suit and a photo of his puppy, Ember.

Children injured during birth can sue for medical malpractice, state Supreme Court says

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 6:00pm
But the court’s liberal justices limited such claims to children who are born alive and therefore legally persons.

Diarrhea-causing parasite found in Wisconsin and 30 other states

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 4:50pm
More than 800 cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness that causes diarrhea, nausea and stomach cramps, have been reported nationwide including 43 in Wisconsin, 10 of which aren’t linked to international travel.

How Wisconsin men's basketball plans to address final open roster spot

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 4:39pm
The Badgers have 14 rostered players, which is the number they stayed at all of last season. But they seemingly have interest in adding one more player.

Madison needs more bug spray to protect the homeless from diseases, nonprofit leader says

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 4:25pm
Bugs can be particularly concerning to people sleeping in wooded areas because ticks may carry diseases, including Lyme disease. Mosquitoes can carry West Nile virus.

Wisconsin election officials refer 2 complaints against Elon Musk

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 4:08pm
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has referred two complaints to the Brown County District Attorney's office after finding probable cause that tech billionaire Elon Musk violated state law by handing out checks to voters in the 2025 state Supreme Court election.

How to properly wash fruits and vegetables to prevent illness

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 4:00pm
Properly washing fruits and vegetables is key to preventing several illnesses, including the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak impacting 31 states, including Wisconsin.

Edgewood High School secures approval for major athletic field upgrades

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 3:46pm
Several years after a bitter dispute over field lighting, Edgewood is planning a different set of improvements, this time with neighbors’ support.

In Brewers minor-league update, Fischer, Blake have happy homecoming

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 3:15pm
A pair of top-15 prospects celebrated their return to Tennessee with home runs last week. Here's a look at who else in the Brewers' minor-league system stood out.

Obituary index for Wed., July 15

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 2:58pm
TODAY'S OBITUARIES

State Sen. Chris Kapenga running for Waukesha County executive

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 2:32pm
The county board on Friday scheduled a Dec. 15 special election to select the county’s next nonpartisan executive. If a primary is necessary, it would be held on Nov. 17.

Looking back at Madison’s hottest day on record: July 14, 1936

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 1:30pm
The city’s hottest day ever came amid the Great Depression, as part of a devastating heat wave that killed thousands in the Midwest and destroyed crops.

These All-Stars have faced Jacob Misiorowski's 'fuzz.' How do they prepare?

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 1:07pm
All-Stars say it's difficult to prepare to play against Jacob Misiorowski because of his extension, velocity and his ability to command the baseball.

DNR issues air quality advisory as wildfire smoke from Canada, Minnesota heading for Wisconsin

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 12:40pm
The entire state will feel the impacts by 6 a.m. Thursday, with the worst impact expected across northwestern Wisconsin.

Woman hospitalized, ticketed after crashing electric bike into semi Downtown

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 11:25am
The e-bicyclist was watching something on her phone and wearing earbuds at the time of the crash, Madison police said.

Wisconsin Originals: Epic Systems’ Judy Faulkner has reshaped healthcare

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Far West Side alderman to resign at the end of the month

Tue, 07/14/2026 - 10:53am
District 1 Ald. John Duncan will resign from the Madison City Council on July 31, following his and his husband’s decision to move out of the city.

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