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Changes at '60 Minutes' are bad for American democracy | Sue Kies
My favorite TV program was murdered. I remember the “tick, tick, tick ... ” announcing the start of “60 Minutes,” hosted by Harry Reasoner and Mike Wallace in the late 1960s. Mom and Dad wouldn’t miss it. Only Walter Cronkite…
Francesca Hong is running an impressive campaign for governor | Donna Silver
Who should we support for Wisconsin governor this November?
Milwaukee 'loudest' crowd in Banana Ball history, and other highlights
The Party Animals played the Loco Beach Coconuts at American Family Field on Saturday and it was fun. A lot of fun.
Abundant Life/St. Ambrose junior able to ‘send it’ in special Division 3 distance sweep
The reigning Division 3 state cross country medalist added three more gold medals Saturday after being forced into another race following Friday's weather-impacted postponement.
Deerfield seniors share WIAA state track sendoff with Division 2 gold medals
The Demons distance specialist capped her career with bookend state titles, while the standout triple jumper reached the top of the podium for the first time.
Lead slips away from Edgewood/Monona Grove boys lacrosse in sectional final loss
The Madison Edgewood/Monona Grove boys lacrosse team came within one win of a state championship game appearance but suffered a season-ending loss to Hudson on Saturday night.
Middleton boys tennis star repeats as state runner-up at WIAA state tournament
Middleton's Alexander Bo returned to the Division 1 singles championship, while some other area talents became medalist on the state tournament's final day.
Record round vaults defending champ, newcomer to AmFam Championship lead
A team featuring one defending champion and one PGA Tour Champions rookie birdied 17 holes to set a tournament record at the AmFam Championship.
Packers fans ponder World Cup in contest
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Packers QB Jordan Love talks fatherhood, his foundation and more at AmFam Championship
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love shared stories of his newborn baby, his charity efforts with Wisconsin youth football teams and more at the AmFam Championship.
'Had to pinch myself': Badgers great discusses dream year at AmFam Championship
A former Wisconsin women's hockey star talked about a dream year that includes an Olympic gold medal, an NCAA title and now nine holes at the AmFam Championship.
Wisconsin Originals: Caron Butler rose from difficult childhood in Racine to the NBA
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
Military Ridge State Trail in Verona to be detoured for 15 months to build new Epic Systems road
Paddlers on the Sugar River will also need to portage their boats around the construction through September 2027.
Ridglan beagles euthanized for UW-Madison research in 2023, new records show
Before the records became public, UW-Madison said the research was conducted humanely and followed required federal and ethical approvals.
Madison police prioritize summer traffic enforcement
The initiative comes as the number of speeding tickets issued to drivers in the city is down in recent years after the department in 2018 had to eliminate one of two traffic-enforcement teams.
Vote for Democratic candidates to restore our democracy | Susan Swoboda
Disturbing things are happening in our country as we prepare to celebrate 250 years of democracy.
Insanity took place as Brewers rallied past Rockies. Let's break it all down.
On a night when the Brewers had one hit through eight innings, they won 9-7 in 10 innings in what was the team’s zaniest game of the season.
Milwaukee health officials monitoring 3 who returned from Ebola-affected area
The travelers are at very low risk of infection and there is currently no danger to the public, Milwaukee Health Commissioner Mike Totoraitis said Wednesday.






