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Brewers rally from early deficit to beat rival Cubs

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 10:55pm
The Milwaukee Brewers came from behind to take back a game against divisional rival Chicago Cubs on Tuesday at Wrigley Field in Chicago.

Ex-Brewer Rengifo lost for season with ACL tear (and Adames hurt, too)

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 5:23pm
Former Milwaukee Brewer Luis Rengifo suffered a season-ending injury with the San Diego Padres on Saturday.

Chew on these interesting Brewers stats and facts as September starts

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 4:53pm
Here are some Milwaukee Brewers statistical curiosities to ponder on as the final stretch of the regular season commences.

2 men charged in attack on transgender woman at UW-Madison pier

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 4:15pm
The men have been charged with attempted sexual assault and other crimes after strangling, punching and forcibly disrobing a transgender woman early Saturday morning, court documents say.

Packers running back finding self featured more with teammate out

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 3:53pm
With Josh Jacobs on the commissioner’s exempt list, MarShawn Lloyd looks to be next in line to get the majority Green Bay's carries. Here's where things stand.

Sale of 2 state-owned Downtown Madison buildings gets final approval

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 3:30pm
The sale sets the stage for converting the 2.5-acre block that holds GEF 2 and 3 into a mix of apartments and commercial space.

Wisconsin women's basketball unveils 2026-27 nonconference schedule

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 3:17pm
Back-to-back games against in-state foes and nine home games headline the Badgers' nonconference slate. Here's a full look at the nonconference matchups to come.

Budget committee releases $10 million in PFAS mitigation funds

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 2:30pm
The DNR plans to spend the funds on private well testing, the installation of new wells and testing for people in Marinette and the town of Peshtigo.

Halal Restaurant Week makes its Madison debut

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 2:00pm
Four years after Milwaukee debuted Halal Restaurant Week, its organizer is launching one in Madison to celebrate food prepared according to Islamic dietary laws.

Packers star could return to practice as early as Week 3

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 1:23pm
Micah Parsons will miss the first handful of games for Green Bay, but the pass rusher's status for the future became a bit clearer.

Willy Street business relief fund advances, but for much less than first sought

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 1:15pm
Madison’s Finance Committee advanced a $100,000 relief fund for Williamson Street businesses that lost revenue after two weeks of protest over the summer.

Badgers in 60: A 1-minute recap of Wisconsin players talking Lambeau Field, Notre Dame

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 1:03pm
University of Wisconsin football players spoke to reporters after practice Tuesday ahead of the team's season opener against Notre Dame. BadgerExtra beat reporter Colten Bartholomew brings you the highlights.

Crowley, Tiffany to meet on debate stage in October

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 12:46pm
Debate hosts plan to ask the two candidates about issues ranging from the cost of living and taxes to immigration enforcement, data centers and election security.

Packers add familiar quarterback to practice squad

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 12:43pm
Green Bay got to see a close view of Kedon Slovis in a preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals on Friday. Now he's the third member of their QB room.

Feds launching noncitizen voter fraud probe in Wisconsin, other states

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 12:15pm
Federal authorities plan coordinated investigations into alleged illegal balloting by immigrants, examining registration records across nine jurisdictions before November’s midterm elections.

Morgridge Institute for Research picks new CEO

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 10:55am
The Morgridge Institute is a nonprofit biomedical research institute located on UW-Madison’s campus. The institute is independent of the university, but they routinely partner with each other.

Community resource fair set for Southwest Wisconsin residents

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 10:27am
The Oct. 22 event in Richland Center will connect attendees with employment resources, healthcare services, autism supports, disability services and other community organizations.

Kyle Harrison did himself no favors in Brewers' loss to Cubs by tipping pitches

Tue, 09/01/2026 - 10:03am
Kyle Harrison allowed five home runs over 3⅔ innings as the Brewers were pounded by the Cubs 17-3 on Monday at Wrigley Field.

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