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Kaukauna residents seek principal's removal after lawsuit resurfaces

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 10:05am
The lawsuit against the Oconto Falls School Board alleges that Lucas Cromell sexually harassed students and teachers in Oconto Falls and retaliated against a teacher who rejected his advances.

New Berlin mayor apologizes for anti-Muslin Facebook posts, but resists calls to resign

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 8:20am
New Berlin Mayor Dave Ament gave his statement and then left the meeting, so he was not present as several speakers called for him to resign.

Wisconsin election commissioners want answers on Milwaukee primary gaffe

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 8:10am
Members of the bipartisan Wisconsin Elections Commission plan to discuss sending a letter seeking additional information from Milwaukee election officials during the commission's meeting on Monday.

One question Packers must answer at every position before roster cuts

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 7:55am
On Sunday, the Packers will have to chop their roster down to 53 players, and there is still plenty to decide between now and then.

Fennimore man dies after tractor rear-ended by vehicle in Grant County

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 7:35am
The crash happened about 11:10 a.m. Monday on Highway E, near Scenic Road in the town of Liberty, Grant County Sheriff Craig Reukauf said.

Private golf course to remove 270 acres from farmland, dividing Dodge County town

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 7:00am
The landscape is a rural idyll, a farmer’s dream. That’s also what appealed to the founders of Kettle Forge Golf Club.

Construction will disturb Wisconsin football fans' access to Camp Randall Stadium

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 6:55am
A walkway is closed around Camp Randall for Badgers games in 2026 and the team will get dropped off at a new location. Here's what fans should know.

Microsoft raises consumer concerns over Mount Pleasant data center power line plan

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 6:10am
An unlikely ally joined consumer advocates in raising concerns about a plan to shield Wisconsin energy customers from transmission costs related to Mount Pleasant's data center campus.

Camp Randall chefs introduce ‘Battle of the Dogs’ at annual taste-testing

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 6:10am
It's going to be even more dog-eat-dog on game days at Camp Randall Stadium this season.

How Madison/WiscNews schools prepare for emergencies on the football field

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:45am
After the death of an Alma Center Lincoln football player, the State Journal asked area schools about the emergency plans, medical resources and safety procedures they use during football games.

Court records detail controversial Milwaukee landlord Will Sherard's $29M estate

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:25am
Sherard died in August 2024 at age 83. He was one of the north side's most recognizable landlords, known for renting shoddy housing to low-income tenants.

They lost one fight against a solar farm. Now this Dane County town is hoping to stop another

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:00am
The company behind Wisconsin's largest solar farm in eastern Dane County wants approval from state regulators to expand the already-controversial project.

As older farmers retire, new ones find they can't afford to buy in

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:00am
The average agricultural sale value per acre in Wisconsin has risen 70% since 2020. Counties in Southern Wisconsin led the way.

This Dane County town bet against sprawl. Fifty years later, it's still paying off

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:00am
While Dane County loses farmland to sprawl, one small town has spent almost 50 years paying farmers not to sell.

Vote 'no' on anti-equity constitutional amendment referendum | Myra Enloe

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:00am
This Nov. 3, every Wisconsin voter will see an anti-equity constitutional amendment on their ballot. Your vote matters, and here’s why you should vote "no."

Protesters should pay restitution to Willy Street businesses, not taxpayers | Rick Cruz

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:00am
Madison is considering a $300,000 fund to help Williamson Street businesses recover losses caused by the protest encampment and related disruptions. While those businesses deserve support, taxpayers should not be expected to bear the entire cost.

Police involved in Corey Ruiz's death should face charges | John Murphy

Wed, 08/26/2026 - 5:00am
The recent killing of a homeless man, Corey Ruiz, was tragic and unnecessary.

Brewers squander rally with extra-innings loss to Mets

Tue, 08/25/2026 - 10:07pm
The Milwaukee Brewers rallied in the ninth inning on Tuesday to tie the game against the New York Mets before falling in extra innings.

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