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Canadian man gets 3 years in prison for $1.2 million in fraud of US victims, some from Wisconsin
Between 2011 and May 2016, Michel Poirier orchestrated a mass marketing fraud scheme from Canada that targeted printing companies and consumers in the U.S.
Shot clock coming to Wisconsin boys, girls basketball games starting next season
The long-awaited change will be allowed in nonconference varsity games via mutual consent starting in 2026-27 before a full vote on the adaptation to come at the 2027 annual meeting.
Madison teachers to see average 5.3% raise next school year
The increase includes a 2.63% base wage increase and adjustments to the salary schedule to widen the pay gap between beginning and veteran teachers.
Wisconsin Originals: Milwaukee-born Gene Wilder made us laugh at the movies
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Cleary’s Furniture opens on the Beltline offering new and consigned items
The 31,000-square-foot store is located behind the Culver’s and sells a mix of new and consigned furniture items.
Appleton man charged with shooting brother in the back at Oneida Casino
An Appleton man was charged with attempted homicide on Monday after one person was injured in a shooting Saturday near the Oneida Casino.
Just 10 microscopic particles of bird flu virus can infect dairy cows
Over 1,000 dairy herds across 19 states have been infected with H5N1 bird flu since the outbreak began in March 2024, according to the USDA.
Blue-green algae bloom offends Lake Monona residents’ nostrils
A blue-green algae bloom spread across the shoreline outside a condo at the corner of Monona Drive and Buckeye Road on Monday morning. Residents called it the worst they’d seen, comparing the smell to “pig manure.”
Tom Still: Brent Haglund’s private conservation work is legacy for divided times
Brent M. Haglund, who died June 12 at 78, was a Wisconsin champion of a third way: Harnessing the power of people to safeguard the natural world, one victory at a time.
2 killed in head-on crash in western Dane County
The drivers were alone in their vehicles and both were pronounced dead at the scene. Names are being withheld pending notification of family.
Madison School District restricts phone use for K-12 students
The Board approved a bell-to-bell ban for kindergarten through eighth-graders, and a high school ban on phones during classes, assemblies, labs, field trips and passing periods, though use during lunch is allowed.
UW system is expected to spend $461,000 finding next president, UW-Madison chancellor
Travel, advertising and background checks all add up, and replacing leaders requires extensive candidate searches, including public input sessions, interviews and campus visits.
Why Packers' top draft pick says there's 'never enough' off-field work
Earning reps with first-team units begins in meeting rooms, walkthroughs, and other situations outside of practice, and that's just fine for Green Bay's second-round selection.
What does the historic Giannis trade mean for Bucks GM Jon Horst?
Before the trade, the top line of Jon Horst’s résumé was “championship winner.” For now, however, he will be known as “the guy who traded Giannis.”
Who are the players the Bucks are receiving from Heat in Giannis trade package?
The deal with Miami that was agreed to on June 22 will not be made official until the new league year begins on July 6.
How many future draft picks do the Bucks have after Giannis trade to Heat?
The Bucks replenished their war chest of future draft picks late Monday by agreeing to trade superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, acquiring multiple picks from the Miami Heat.
What does the Bucks roster look like after Giannis Antetokounmpo trade?
Where the Bucks roster stands, including all of the players with team and player options. Not included are the No. 10 and No. 13 picks in Tuesday's draft.
'Greatest Bucks player ever:' Brandon Jennings reacts to the Giannis trade
NBA and Bucks fans are reacting to the monumental trade that is sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. Among those is Mr. Bucks in 6, Brandon Jennings.
How should the Bucks message trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to the fans?
The Milwaukee Bucks are moving into the next era of the franchise in agreeing to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat.
Giannis Antetokounmpo's symmetry with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar all too familiar
Giannis Antetokounmpo is being traded to the Miami Heat 51 years after Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was dealt to the Los Angeles Lakers.






