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5 softball players who excel at stealing bases for Madison-area teams
With speed being the common denominator, here are five Madison-area softball players frustrating opposing teams as base runners.
Packers could seek to procure another linebacker in 2024 NFL Draft
Two of the three starting linebacker spots appear to be filled. Depth at the position could be addressed in the draft
Meet RJ Delancy III, Wisconsin football's transfer cornerback
This upperclassman who transferred to Wisconsin has already made an impact on defense. Get to know the South Florida cornerback.
5 questions with Stoughton freshman Camille Buell
Stoughton’s Camille Buell talks about some of her favorite things such as animal, pregame meal and childhood toy. She discusses how she started softball and her role model.
Batterymates Freddy Peralta, William Contreras spark Brewers in series opener
The pitcher-catcher combination factored heavily on the road Friday night against St. Louis.
Wisconsin volleyball newcomer stands out during her spring debut
A transfer setter got her first glimpse of the atmosphere at the UW Field House. Her play on Friday night helped to spark the spring season opener.
Fearing equine virus, Madison Police Department opts to keep its horses out of Midwest Horse Fair
The Madison Police Department has said it will not send any of its six horses to the Midwest Horse Fair for fear of an equine virus that has begun showing up in the state.
Janesville man arrested for first-degree homicide after death of his child's mother
Police declined to comment on the timeline of how the woman died and the extent of the injuries she died from, citing the ongoing investigations.
Wisconsin athletics expenses projected to reach record high in 2024-25 budget
Revenue from the Big Ten in fiscal year 2025 is projected to increase 18% over the current year at Wisconsin as money from new media deals starts flowing to schools.
Waukesha County DA won't pursue charges against Rep. Janel Brandtjen
"This decision does not clear Rep. Brandtjen of any wrongdoing, there is just not enough evidence to move forward to let a factfinder decide,” Susan Opper said.
UW-Madison orders replacement Terrace pier as new report explains why the last one collapsed
A report released Friday details many issues that led to the collapse, which toppled about 30 people into Lake Mendota, and recommends fixes.
Greg Gard among Wisconsin coaches getting routine contract extensions
Coaches of Badgers winter sports had their contract terms extended through the 2028-29 season by the Athletic Board.
High-speed chase results in arrest for Fitchburg shots-fired incident
As Fitchburg police investigated the shots-fired incident, they were able to tie the man to a second shots-fired incident, Fitchburg Capt. Edward Hartwick said in a statement Friday.
Wisconsin women's basketball sees 2nd freshman enter transfer portal in span of 2 days
The Badgers lost their fifth player to the portal this spring, and second this week. Here's the latest player heading out.
3 things that stood out from Wisconsin football's cornerbacks coach
Wisconsin's cornerbacks group should have more players ready to play than a year ago. Here's what its position coach said Friday.
Republican Wisconsin Senate candidate Eric Hovde says he doesn't oppose elderly people voting
Eric Hovde said he doesn't oppose elderly people voting after saying that “almost nobody in a nursing home" is at a point in life where they are capable of voting.
Citations pending for driver who hit child crossing highway to school bus in town of Oregon, authorities say
Inattentive driving appears to be the primary cause of the crash, which is under investigation, the Dane County Sheriff's Office said.
Madison house values rise 7.8% this year, assessment shows
The value of the average single-family home jumped 7.8% to $457,300 for 2024, and the city saw a record $949.4 million in new construction.
Man drove 100 mph-plus in closed Beltline flex lane after stealing vehicle at gunpoint, police say
The man who was arrested is on parole for his role in a 2019 shooting, and was out on cash bail in a separate 2022 weapons violation, police said.
5 questions with Sauk Prairie girls soccer's Cora Brickl
From her favorite movie to the hardest aspect of her sport, meet Sauk Prairie junior defender Cora Brickl.