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David Crowley's narrow win should be a warning sign for the establishment | Justin Kral

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:00am
Milwaukee County Executive Davide Crowley was the pro-data center, pro-voucher candidate in the Democratic primary for governor. He dropped out, got propped back up by the Democratic establishment, and still only won by 3,000 votes.

Madison police officers deserve our respect and support | Dennis Marx

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 5:00am
Those of us who served our country during the Vietnam War often experienced derision when we wore the military uniform. In 2026, it seems as though our leaders have still not learned a lesson from this shameful past.

Brewers dealing with another injury during slump as Brice Turang is out

Fri, 08/14/2026 - 4:45am
The Milwaukee Brewers continue to see injuries pile up as second baseman Brice Turang is out with an injury.

Instant analysis from Packers' loss to Steelers to start preseason

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 9:43pm
The Green Bay Packers kicked off the preseason with a matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. Here's what stood out.

How to watch the livestream for Corey Ruiz’s Madison funeral service

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 5:30pm
The funeral will begin at 11 a.m. at Fountain of Life Church in Madison.

Why Milwaukee Brewers pitching staff is winning despite being MLB’s youngest

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 5:27pm
The Milwaukee Brewers have the youngest pitching staff in MLB but continue to be one of the most impressive in the majors.

Fewer national TV games among key points from Bucks schedule release

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 4:43pm
Milwaukee is not set to be in the national spotlight much after a tough 2025-26 campaign without its former superstar. Here's what to know after Thursday's announcement.

Skip the curb: Madison launches Mooveapalooza to keep items out of landfills

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 4:05pm
Friday’s event isn’t just for college students, but the timing coincides with the annual weekend in which UW-Madison students move out of one rental and into another.

Part of Badger Road will be closed Friday for Corey Ruiz’s funeral

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 3:00pm
Badger Road between South Park Street and North Rusk Avenue will be closed to traffic on Friday for the funeral of Corey Ruiz.

4 observations from Wisconsin football's 7th training camp practice

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 2:33pm
An update on the battle for the Badgers' QB2 job, the potential of a sophomore edge defender, and more from Wisconsin football practice.

Driver who injured Madison police officer in chase gets 18 years in prison

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 2:10pm
Officer Ryan Kimberley said he may be forced to medically retire due to the “catastrophic” injuries he sustained in the crash.

Badgers in 60: A 1-minute recap of Wisconsin football's 7th practice

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 1:57pm
BadgerExtra football beat reporter Colten Bartholomew brings you the highlights, concerns and everything else in between from Wisconsin football training camp in 60 seconds.

Number of measles cases in southwest Wisconsin jumps to 15, plus 6 probable, state says

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 12:55pm
On Tuesday, the department had said two measles cases had been confirmed in Iowa and Lafayette counties.

Crowley's win comes amid boosted turnout by Democratic primary voters

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 11:51am
Democratic voter turnout in Wisconsin's August primary saw a surge, although overall turnout was still about one quarter of the voting-age population.

Metro Transit bus shot up on East Side Tuesday night

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 11:25am
Metro Transit reported that 10 people were on the bus at the time of the incident, but no injuries were reported.

Shorewood Hills swim instructor charged with possession of child porn

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 10:55am
Carl Millholland was charged with five counts of possession of child pornography and was released on a $500 signature bond after an initial court appearance on Monday.

The Brewers offense has scored plenty this year. But is it good?

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 7:40am
Trying to understand what the Brewers offense is comes down to a battle of the numbers — and, more specifically, which numbers — against a gut feel and some history.

Polling for Hong was dead on, Crowley not so much. Here's why

Thu, 08/13/2026 - 7:10am
The biggest unknown heading into the election was which way the large number of undecided voters would go. Wisconsin got its answer Tuesday.

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