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'Bold' wolf prompts Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior to shut campsites

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 6:20am
Isle Royale National Park has closed tent camping after a wolf was spotted "sniffing and pawing at tents, dragging backpacks away from tents and entering a tent."

Don't approve new natural gas plants to power data centers | George Perkins

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 6:00am
The Wisconsin Public Service Commission is considering approval of the Foundry Ridge and Red Oak Ridge power plants in Walworth and Kenosha counties. These plants will pollute our air, harm our health and lock Wisconsin into decades of expensive dependence…

Wisconsin’s largest outdoor pickleball tournament paddles on in Sun Prairie

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 5:50am
More than 100 women representing 20 states came to Sun Prairie Friday morning to kick off the weekend’s Madtown Pickleball Open with women’s tournaments starting at 11 a.m. More than 400 people signed up for the tournament overall, which includes…

In targeting H-1B visas, JD Vance ties fraud to immigration rhetoric

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 5:45am
Two local immigration lawyers whose specialties include the H-1B visa told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that fraud involving the visa is rare.

How Packers are having 'fun' with attempt to rejuvenate running game

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 5:40am
The Packers’ offense finished last season averaging 4.1 yards per carry, which ranked 24th in the NFL. Here's what their doing to turn things around.

Transgender goats? GOP candidate's debate claim leaves questions

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 5:25am
In a statement, Michael Alfonso's campaign spokesperson Max Docksey did not answer questions about where the transgender goat claim came from.

Socialism is the true enemy of hardworking Americans | David J Rizzo

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 5:15am
“The enemy of my enemy is my friend” is a strategic principle from the Arthashastra, an ancient Indian text. The influential socialist wing of the Democratic Party has applied it to modern-day politics.

Bucks announce a major change to their TV broadcasts for next season

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 4:45am
Details on a statewide affiliate network will be announced later, the team said in a news release.

Rain postpones Brewers-Pirates Friday, split DH on Saturday

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 4:30am
The opener of the three-game series between the Milwaukee Brewers and host Pittsburgh Pirates was postponed because of rain on Friday night.

Brewers bring back pitcher Bryse Wilson ahead of all-star break

Sat, 07/11/2026 - 4:25am
Recently designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs earlier this week, Bryse Wilson was signed by the Brewers on Friday.

Bucks guard reportedly punched by former Heat teammate

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 8:57pm
Both the Heat and the Milwaukee Bucks, Tyler Herro's new team, confirmed to The Athletic that they were made aware of Friday's altercation, but they declined further comment.

Madison's Jerry Kelly slips from lead in PGA Tour Champions event at windy Firestone

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 8:23pm
A late bogey left Kelly one stroke back of the lead after Australia's Cameron Percy came out swinging in the second round of the Kaulig Companies Championship in Akron, Ohio.

What mock drafts think the Brewers will do in 2026 MLB Draft

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 6:33pm
Milwaukee holds the 25th pick. The player selected will get thrown into the best farm system in the league. Here's who to look out for, according to mock drafts.

You'll be able to see the 'Ueck' movie soon. Here's when and where

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 4:57pm
Multiple Marcus Theatres locations around the Madison area will show the documentary later this month.

Former Shorewood Hills village president sues Board to get his job back

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 3:49pm
“Complainants’ allegations of criminal, public records, and ethics violations were based on nothing more than conjecture and speculation,” John Imes’ suit says.

2 more Madison schools will offer free meals to students

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 3:45pm
The Madison School District will cut staff from its high school lunchrooms this fall, while Muir and Whitehorse will start offering free meals as part of a federal reimbursement program.

After missing signature deadline, Hulsey says he’s back in governor race

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 3:00pm
Hulsey last launched a write-in campaign in 2014 after losing in the Democratic primary. He earned 52 votes in the November election that year.

UW-Madison agriculture college dean takes new role; interim leader named

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 2:15pm
Troy Runge, an associate dean in the college, will serve as interim dean.

Wisconsin Supreme Court backs AG Josh Kaul on settlement funds

Fri, 07/10/2026 - 11:31am
The court’s ruling marks the latest blow to a series of laws passed during a special “lame duck” session in 2018 after Attorney General Josh Kaul and Gov. Tony Evers, both Democrats, were elected.

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