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Camp Randall Stadium football field gets sponsor logo for Wisconsin's 2026 season

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 10:07am
The NCAA has allowed advertising space on football fields since 2024 but Wisconsin hasn't taken full advantage until now.

Sun Prairie boy dies after UTV crash

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 10:05am
Samuel “Sam” Matthew Gitzlaff was the son of Matthew and Brittany Gitzlaff and he attended Horizon Elementary School in Sun Prairie, according to the obituary.

Suspect arrested after woman stabbed multiple times in Westby

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 9:40am
The suspect in the case was arrested and is awaiting formal charges. There is no danger to the public as it was an isolated incident, Westby police said.

Now for Crowley's next trick: Winning over Hong's supporters

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 7:10am
David Crowley will likely need to adjust some of his policy talking points in order to shore up support among Hong’s most ardent backers.

Did Bernie Sanders and AOC staying out of primary hurt Francesca Hong?

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 7:05am
Both national politicians said they chose not to endorse Francesca Hong because their focus is on congressional races and winning Congress.

David Crowley calls Tom Tiffany a 'lapdog' for Trump

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 7:05am
David Crowley spoke in Green Bay a day after Tom Tiffany in Bellevue characterized Crowley as a democratic socialist in all but name.

Kelly Lecker: Madison deserves good news, too

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 7:00am
Following the news is important. But it doesn’t have to all be bad news.

Wisconsin state Senate candidate under fire for voting in 2 states

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 6:55am
More questions have emerged about state Senate candidate Michele Magadance Skinner's residency status as online voting records show she voted in both Wisconsin and Georgia in recent years.

Wisconsin gas prices hit record high for August at $3.91 a gallon

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 6:45am
Wisconsin has never seen gas prices this high in August, with the average cost for a gallon of regular gas climbing to $3.91 on Thursday, according to AAA.

Brewers see booming sales of soft serve margaritas, the latest viral sensation

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 6:35am
From Friday Aug. 7 through Sunday, Aug. 9, the main stand sold around 2,000 of them, with two workers added Saturday and Sunday to help keep up with demand.

Strong El Niño could keep Wisconsin warmer into fall, AccuWeather says

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 6:20am
Wisconsin's summer warmth could stick around into the fall, according to a long-range forecast from AccuWeather.

Topgolf Madison opens along the Beltline in Monona

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 6:00am
The $30 million project includes 180-foot-tall towers that support acres of netting.

'Highlight of the night': Packers rookie's kicking performance headlines preseason opener

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:40am
A rookie kicker accounted for all of the Packers' points against the Steelers. His perfect night gave Green Bay an encouraging sign in its preseason opener.

Polzin: Wisconsin football's new quarterback doesn't need to be spectacular. Being steady will do

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:37am
Colton Joseph trying to do too much won't solve the Badgers' issues in the passing game or the win column, and the transfer from Old Dominion seems to understand that.

Jake Bauers backs words with bat as Brewers rally past Dodgers

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:35am
Jake Bauers had the game-winning hit as Milwaukee edged the Dodgers 5-4 on Thursday night in what might have been their best win of the year.

'You will not get these years back': What area athletes learned from their toughest moments

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:25am
Ask for help. Keep perspective. Don't let one difficult stretch define you. Area high school athletes share the lessons they want their peers to know.

This All-American wanted to be pushed. Wisconsin volleyball is testing her limits

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:03am
Jaela Auguste is adjusting to a more physical, demanding style after transferring from Florida to the Badgers.

Gov. Tony saved Democrats from defeating themselves | Rex Tilley

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:00am
"Tony the Tiger" has once again flexed his sinewy political muscle and rescued the Democrats from themselves. Gov. Tony Evers waited for the primary dust to settle and dragged a reluctant David Crowley to an unlikely victory.

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