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UW hockey champs supercharge Wisconsin | Our view

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 6:40am
No other team compares to Coach Johnson’s relentless Badgers

Inside the shift that saved the Wisconsin men's hockey season for Frozen Four berth

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 5:40am
Luke Osburn is "dynamic" and "calm under pressure," and the freshman defenseman started the Badgers' rally in the NCAA regional final.

Legislature should renew Wisconsin's stewardship program | Heidi Habeger

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 5:00am
As executive director of Groundswell Conservancy — a local nonprofit that protects land and water in Dane County and south-central Wisconsin — I urge the Legislature to renew the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. Knowles-Nelson is Wisconsin’s primary tool for protecting natural…

Data centers aren't the best use of Wisconsin's precious resources | Carol Steinhart

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 5:00am
The title of the article in the March 10 Wisconsin State Journal "Data center's use would power 150,000 homes" reflects the problem with all sprawling data centers for artificial intelligence.

Progressive Madison should adopt body cams for police | Lyle Krall

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 5:00am
The recent article "Report calls for bodycams" again reinforces the need for all Madison police officers to wear them.

Democrats should let people decide congressional primary | Dan Soman

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 5:00am
If U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Madison, and others would use courtesy and common sense, it could be the beginning of election reform in Wisconsin.

Legislature prioritized football over desperate mothers | Douglas Laube

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 5:00am
Recently, I went past the new campus monstrosity being built for the gods of football on UW-Madison. Why can the Legislature give away $14 million to UW-Madison athletics in one day while having held up for several years the expansion…

Brewers pitching staff keeps White Sox quiet to secure series win

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 10:27pm
Garrett Mitchell hit two singles, drove in two runs and stole two bases to help the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago White Sox despite another home run by Munetaka Murakami.

How 'hockey gods' rewarded Wisconsin men's hockey captain and overtime hero

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 9:27pm
Ben Dexheimer didn't let negatives cloud his belief or get in the way of what he had to do to help get the Badgers to the Frozen Four.

Thousands say 'no kings' as they march to Capitol in Madison

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 8:30pm
The city’s third No Kings rally, part of a nationwide initiative which started with a protest on President Donald Trump’s birthday in June, likely drew more than 20,000, according to local No Kings organizer Cameron Lane-Flehinger.

Wisconsin men’s hockey upsets Michigan State in OT to punch ticket to first Frozen Four since 2010

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 6:55pm
Ben Dexheimer's overtime goal completed the Badgers' come-from-behind victory over Michigan State for a spot in the Frozen Four.

Bucks eliminated from playoff contention as Spurs dominate in Milwaukee

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 4:53pm
Milwaukee's postseason hopes officially ended as it lost its third consecutive game and fifth of its last six.

Easter Bunny hops past rabbits in caption contest

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 4:25pm
Fill in the caption with a clever quip by Tuesday evening and win publication of your line with the cartoon in next Sunday’s newspaper. You’ll also receive a signed print of the cartoon by artist Phil Hands.

Tracking the Wisconsin men's basketball players that have entered the transfer portal

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 4:24pm
The offseason is here, which means it's transfer portal season. Here's a look at which former Badgers have entered the portal.

Reserve forward the 2nd Wisconsin men's basketball player to enter transfer portal

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 4:17pm
The Lecco, Italy, native was the Badgers' first recruit added to their roster directly from overseas since Andy Van Vliet joined them ahead of the 2015-16 season.

Wisconsin men's hockey gets off bus for NCAA regional final vs. Michigan State

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 1:51pm
The Badgers entered DCU Center looking for their first Frozen Four trip since 2010.

UW-Madison to revamp sailing facility, outdoor classroom on Lake Mendota shoreline

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 9:10am
Outdoor UW and the Wisconsin Hoofers outdoors club are outgrowing their existing facilities.

Wisconsin must fix how it funds public schools | Joe Gothard

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 6:40am
I want to sincerely thank the community members who have written letters to the editor about my recent comments in a March 2 Wisconsin State Journal article. In it, I used “tax rate” when I meant “tax amount.” I realize…

Donald Trump demands respect like a mafia boss would | Bill Walters

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 6:00am
Without so many words, President Donald Trump demands the respect and admiration of the American people.

Madison police arrest Toki, Memorial teacher accused of inappropriate student relationship

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 5:45am
Memorial High School and Toki Middle School music teacher Eliav Goldman was arrested Friday.

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