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Operator of Paddock Lake McDonald's sued for having worms in soda machine

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 7:15am
Employees of a Paddock Lake McDonald's were aware a soda machine had worms in it before a woman found one floating in a drink, according to class-action lawsuit

Get to know Sun Prairie West boys track and field's Riley Thiede

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 7:03am
The Wolves senior found the perfect fit for his natural speed when looking for a new sport as a sophomore. Get to know the Wolves' Riley Thiede.

Why Harley-Davidson is wrapped up in anti-DEI social media posts

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 6:25am
Harley-Davidson is under social media scrutiny for its alleged support of diversity, equity and inclusion — despite the company backing away from such initiatives in August 2024.

Wisconsin has lots of cows. Why don't Wisconsinites have cheaper beef?

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 6:20am
Beef prices are at a historic high as strong demand outpaces a limited supply, pushing costs up for consumers.

Former Marquette athlete indicted on federal child sex crimes

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 6:10am
A former Marquette University track and field athlete accused of having sex with a 13-year-old girl and other sex crimes is now facing additional federal charges, according to the U.S.

Polzin: Why this Wisconsin hall of famer believes the Badgers should slow down their AD search

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 5:37am
Al Fish is a strong believer in alignment between a chancellor and athletic director. The former Wisconsin adminstrator believes that might not be possible with an interim making this hire.

The secret behind why high school track athletes are faster than ever

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 5:03am
Kingston Penn studied Olympic starts from his bedroom. Antonio Jackson searched for speed tips online. Both are part of the movement toward track’s faster future.

Now is the time to fully back people of Ukraine | Dan Butler

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 5:00am
Despite suffering through the coldest winter in most people’s memory, often without heat, light or water because of missile and drone strikes on largely civilian structures, the Ukrainian people are standing strong against Russian aggression.

Brewers shut out as Logan Webb fires 7 strong innings for Giants

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 10:17pm
Webb took a no-hit bid into the seventh inning and Victor Bericoto hit his first career home run as San Francisco earned its first victory of the series in Milwaukee.

Fire hits apartment in 100 block of State Street in Madison

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 7:52pm
No one was injured in the blaze, which was contained to a single second-floor apartment above the former 107 State Tavern.

Zohran Mamdani’s housing plan builds in the right way | New York Daily News

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 6:40pm
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his deputy mayor, Leila Bozorg, get solid grades for addressing the biggest issue in New York City: the lack of housing.

Why Micah Parsons and Packers are sticking to '9-month rule' before return to field

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 5:17pm
Five months after surgery, the star pass rusher has passed the halfway mark in his recovery. But despite being “extremely happy” with is progress, Parsons has a ways to go.

Gov candidate Kelda Roys proposes data center regulations, 100% clean energy production by 2050

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 4:50pm
Roys would push to revive a data center regulation bill and establish a “public negotiation team” that would help communities approached with data center proposals.

Brewers top prospect Luis Peña again leaves Timber Rattlers game early

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 4:47pm
Brewers No. 2 prospect Luis Peña, in his fifth game back with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers after a scary moment in April, again departed early Tuesday.

Wisconsin lands 4-star defensive back in 2027 recruiting class

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 4:43pm
An intense recruiting effort from the Badgers helped flip and secure a commitment from a sought-after prospect.

Madison Water Utility asks residents to limit outdoor water use

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 4:30pm
City water reserves are above 50%, but the shuttering of a well on the West Side spurred the Water Utility to temporarily suspend hydrant flushing on that side of town.

Steelers hand out massive extension to former Wisconsin football defensive star

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 4:23pm
The former All-Big Ten first-team selection is receiving a notable salary bump after inking a contract extension with Pittsburgh.

With 12 Ks, Brewers' Kyle Harrison shows the Giants just what they're missing

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 4:07pm
Brewers southpaw Kyle Harrison starred in his first career outing against the team that drafted him Tuesday.

Pedestrian killed in crash on East Washington Avenue

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 3:22pm
The cause of the crash was not yet clear, but Hartman said, “just based on professional observations and the amount of damage that we’re seeing and the debris field, speed is likely a factor in this.”

Your guide to summer market shopping in the Madison-area

Wed, 06/03/2026 - 3:19pm
No matter where you live or what your schedule looks like, there’s a market for you, with vendors lined up each day of the week.

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