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Verona boys basketball standout turns breakout season into Division I commitment
Verona boys basketball's Will Stremlow collected several Division I offers this spring before ultimately finding his collegiate home.
Meet the 2026 State Journal/WiscNews boys lacrosse All-Supernova team
Dominant offensive threats, future college standouts and more dynamic contributors proved Dane County remains a hotbed for boys lacrosse talent. Meet this year's All-Supernova team.
Donald Trump betrays the values of the Statue of Liberty | Dennis B. Appleton
The Statue of Liberty is a revered symbol of America. It is our welcome for those who see this country as an opportunity for a better life. She has overseen the arrival of millions who have made valuable contributions to…
Former Wisconsin men's basketball assistant, forward reunite on UW-Parkside staff
Matthew Mors never officially played a game at Wisconsin, but a former Badgers assistant coach's impact has led him into the coaching ranks.
WIAA has state tournament contingency plan if Wisconsin needs Kohl Center
A change in the Big Ten men's hockey postseason could impact the WIAA state boys basketball tournament at the Kohl Center.
Coaches see benefits, challenges as WIAA opens door to shot clock era
High school basketball coaches say a shot clock could make the game more exciting but express concerns about its effects on parity, participation and school resources.
Cristopher Sánchez or Jacob Misiorowski? Merit, calendar may determine All-Star fates
The Phillies left-hander and the Brewers’ velocity-crazed right-hander are far and away the two best pitchers in the National League this season.
Night Mares postpone fireworks to protect bald eaglets
Madison’s minor league women’s softball team is postponing a fireworks show that was to follow Friday night’s game so as to not disturb a nearby nest of eaglets.
Madison has no roller rink. That’s about to change
Justin Alling plans to build Mad Town Skate Center in a $1.2 million building just south of the Dane County Regional Airport.
State applies for federal grant to expand passenger rail to Madison
The request marks the latest in a growing list of efforts to expand services offered by Amtrak, the nation’s largest passenger rail company, into Madison.
Song following Concerts on the Square feels like 'Coming home'
For about 10 years, Tracy Silverman's song "Home to Madison" has played as concertgoers file out of Concerts on the Square.
Wisconsin avoids $200 million in SNAP error rate penalties
State lawmakers earlier this year boosted DHS funding by nearly $70 million to cover the state’s share of administering the program and hire more staff.
Madison priest facing child sex crime charges is defrocked
The diocese issued a statement saying it had been notified by the Vatican that Andrew Showers had “petitioned for, and received from Pope Leo XIV, a dispensation from priestly obligations.”
Increased traffic enforcement in June results in hundreds of citations
The Dane County Sheriff’s Office and Madison Police are sending four to six officers or deputies out on four-hour deployments to monitor specific busy roads.
Wisconsin men's basketball lands 2nd top 100 commitment to bolster stellar 2027 class
The Badgers added to what might be the best recruiting class in coach Greg Gard's tenure when they secured a commitment from another top-100 guard.
Misiorowski pitches vs. Cubs on Friday, but you'll need a subscription
Craig Counsell. Jacob Misiorwoski. A clash with the Milwaukee Brewers' top National League Central rival. And you'll need Apple TV to see it.
Former Sun Prairie principal pleads no contest to failing to report child abuse
If Jennifer Ploeger, 43, of Madison, successfully completes tasks assigned to her through the program, her case will be dismissed and she will not be left with a criminal record.
Former Wisconsin men's basketball star guard lands NBA deal
Nick Boyd is headed to the NBA after a career season at Wisconsin.






