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The 12 best-reviewed restaurants of 2025 in the Madison area

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 10:30am
There's one constant when it comes to restaurants in the Madison area: Brave restaurateurs are forever realizing their dreams, taking big risks and opening exciting places.

Long-delayed North Side subdivision near airport finally moves forward

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 10:25am
Most of the proposed 63-acre development near the Dane County Regional Airport is up for City Council approval in January.

Snowmobile trails opening in the North Woods but are now closed in most of the state

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 10:20am
What started out as a promising season of snowmobiling has come to an abrupt halt in most of the state, with the exception of far northern Wisconsin.

Slumping attendance means slumping alcohol sales at Wisconsin football home games

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 8:33am
The game against Iowa had the highest number of alcoholic beverage sales of any Badgers football home game in 2025 but sales fell overall versus 2024.

10 great ideas for your Madison-area weekend

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 8:00am
We’re in the holiday home stretch!

UW-Madison student walks 50 campus miles to find the best study spot

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 6:40am
As a senior, Daniel Sendelbach visited more than 200 study spots on campus, then published his rankings and conclusions for everyone to use.

Federal judge blocks Michigan governor from shutting down submerged Great Lakes pipeline

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 6:20am
The federal judge ruled that only the federal government can regulate interstate pipeline safety.

The American dream feels more like a pipe dream in our economy | Craig Schultz

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 6:00am
The true cause of the "K-shaped" economy is obvious.

Pair of 7-story apartment buildings proposed near Madison Public Market

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 5:50am
The proposal from New Land Enterprises includes commercial space and nearly 500 apartments along Pennsylvania Avenue, near East Johnson and North First streets.

Polzin: Wisconsin volleyball an underdog? Not if you ask the Badgers

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 5:45am
Charlie Fuerbringer and others believed from the start that this group had Final Four potential. But some adversity along the way made Kelly Sheffield's team stronger.

The origins of UW-River Falls' 'Top Gun' offense, the scheme breaking D-III football

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 5:33am
The Falcons are in the D-III semifinals for the first time in program history on the back of an innovative offense that takes chances others won't.

5 high school girls sports stars of the week: Dec. 18 edition

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 4:37am
A strong showing from one of the area’s top goaltenders, plus dominant efforts on the wrestling mat highlighted last week’s area performances. Vote for your favorite performance as the Supernova.

'Playing her best volleyball’: Vajagic emerges as key for Wisconsin run to Final Four

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 4:33am
From recovering on the sidelines to delivering in big moments, Una Vajagic’s breakout play is fueling Wisconsin volleyball's charge to the Final Four.

How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Villanova

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 4:17am
How to tune in as the Badgers play their final nonconference game against a high-major opponent.

What to know about Wisconsin men's basketball's opponent, Villanova

Thu, 12/18/2025 - 4:03am
What to know about the Wildcats ahead of their matchup with the Badgers on Friday night in Milwaukee.

Bucks coach still confident in squad's makeup amid slump

Wed, 12/17/2025 - 5:27pm
Milwaukee suffered one of its worst losses in team history over the weekend and haven't won back-to-back games since October. Doc Rivers said he isn't panicking yet.

Wisconsin scores discovery win in tampering case involving Miami, ex-Badgers football player

Wed, 12/17/2025 - 3:47pm
Cornerback Xavier Lucas, whose decision to leave the Badgers for Miami sparked a lawsuit, won't be allowed to answer questions in writing.

Boulders Climbing Gym to close its East Side location

Wed, 12/17/2025 - 3:45pm
Debt, declining revenues and increased competition all have played a role in the decision. The company’s downtown gym will remain open.

Menards to pay $4.25 million in fines for ‘deceptive practices’ around 11% rebates

Wed, 12/17/2025 - 3:16pm
As part of the settlement, Menards will not advertise its 11% rebates as a point-of-purchase discount and make consumers aware of the limitations on the rebate program.

Two Wisconsin volleyball stars earn national honors

Wed, 12/17/2025 - 2:37pm
Two players who helped fuel the Badgers' run to the Final Four earned All-American honors Wednesday.

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