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Why are flags at half-staff this week?

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 4:20pm
American and state flags are at half-staff today because of multiple directives from state and federal leaders.

Belleville couple reunited with '59 Ford they dated in 45 years earlier

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 3:50pm
The color had changed, but something about the dashboard was very familiar.

Wisconsin Republican leader says he doesn't want to 'fortify' the state Capitol

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 3:30pm
The highest-ranking Republican in the Wisconsin Assembly said Thursday that he doesn't want to "fortify" the state Capitol, which is one of the country's most accessible statehouses.

FBI releases photos of person of interest in Charlie Kirk's Utah university campus killing (Copy)

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 3:15pm
The FBI released two photos of a person of interest in the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The shooter, who fired a single shot, remained at large and unidentified Thursday.

Americans mark the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with emotional ceremonies (Copy)

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 2:01pm
NEW YORK — Nearly a quarter century passed since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, but for many, the emotions of the day remain raw as ever.

Classes help card lovers understand a Wisconsin staple

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 2:00pm
Want to up your Wisconsin cred? Learn how to play euchre.

Wisconsin women's basketball announces opponents for Daytona Beach Classic

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 1:23pm
Wisconsin's Thanksgiving break tournament marks a new opponent for the Badgers, and will have the team play a pair of foes fresh off deep postseason runs.

70% of families and students polled say they want weighted grading, survey shows

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 11:45am
Weighted grading awards students who take more challenging classes — such as honors or advanced placement classes — with additional grade point average credit.

Authorities identify driver killed in Monday crash north of Waunakee

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 11:05am
The crash happened about 4:45 p.m. Monday on Highway I at Cuba Valley Road in the town of Vienna, the Dane County Sheriff’s Office said.

Grant County Sheriff’s Office investigating death of woman found outside home

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 10:35am
Investigators worked through the night and were continuing the investigation on Thursday. The Grant County Coroner’s Office will do an autopsy.

Looking to play euchre? Here are a few places in the Madison area

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 9:40am
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, there’s no shortage of places to play Euchre in the Madison area.

UW-Stevens Point’s Wausau branch is leaving campus, relocating to technical college

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:45am
It’s more upheaval for the Universities of Wisconsin branch campuses, six of which have closed since 2022.

Restaurant review: Reunion Family Barbecue makes BBQ elegant

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:45am
Retooled as a place for barbecue, Reunion has a lot to offer and shows that the secret to making the best potato salad is to deep-fry it.

11 phenomenal opportunities for Fall frolicking this weekend

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:45am
Falling into Fall? Interested in some ink? This weekend’s activity lineup has a little something for everybody.

Shakeup offers glimpse at Wisconsin football's youth movement along O-line

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:40am
Four players who make up the future core of the Badgers offense share a campus house. Here's how two of them are adjusting to new roles in the starting lineup.

This Packers defensive lineman has a special bond with Washington's coach

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:35am
Micah Parsons said he still has a strong connection with Dan Quinn, the leader of the Commanders, ahead of Thursday's matchup in Green Bay.

Packers' defense playing with a different edge that goes beyond Micah Parsons' addition

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:35am
Green Bay's defensive unit already appears sold on defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley's play style after it took charge in the season opener against the Lions.

2 arrested after police chase on East Side ends in crash

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:15am
The 47-year-old man and 49-year-old woman were booked into the Dane County Jail Tuesday morning.

Sept. 11 reminds us that faith should never lead to hate | Tooba Malik

Thu, 09/11/2025 - 5:00am
Sept. 11, 2001, was the moment the world stood still. Every life lost changed a family forever, and the pain still echoes in our collective memory. It reminds us how important it is to speak out clearly and unequivocally against…

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