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Week 5 Madison/WiscNews high school football rankings
See where area teams stand in the fifth edition of the Madison/WiscNews high school football rankings.
High construction bids threaten Madison Public Market
The $20.8 million Madison Public Market has hit a significant financial snag that could require the city to deliver more funding or even stall or kill the project.
Epic Systems' growth means new roads, many changes for Verona
At one of the highest points on Epic Systems' west Verona campus, overlooking the wide expanses of farmland, the half-dozen cranes and near-constant movement of construction vehicles along newly paved roads signal that a sixth campus is starting to take…
Republicans propose $700 million plan to keep Milwaukee Brewers in Wisconsin longer
The proposal to keep the Brewers in Wisconsin would be partially funded by state taxes paid by baseball players and team personnel and $200 million from Milwaukee and Milwaukee County.
Elgton Jenkins' knee injury multiplies Packers’ line problems
Packers coach Matt LaFleur won't discuss David Bakhtiari’s murky status after he didn't play against the Falcons.
Matt LaFleur finding his way through Packers’ rookie mistakes
The Packers coach said he's "frustrated" after Sunday's loss to the Falcons.
After a year at the shelter, Harley the dog finally found his home — with cat people
Shelter workers "watched him become very depressed by shelter life. We saw him saddened every time he had to go back to his kennel. We saw him become despondent and hopeless."
Gulce Guctekin adjusting to life off Wisconsin volleyball's bench
The sophomore started at libero last season. She played a huge part in a comeback win at No. 3 Florida.
3 things that stood out from Luke Fickell's Monday news conference
Wisconsin football coach Luke Fickell answered questions Monday, addressing preparation for Purdue on a short week and how receiver CJ Williams is adjusting to his role with the Badgers.
Banning books doesn't actually protect children -- John Baumann
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and MAGA supporters have been pushing for book bans, "anti-wokeness” and keeping our younger generation from “feeling bad” about the evils of slavery and racism.
Computer algorithms can help draw better district maps -- Bruce Harville
Computer algorithms could be the solution to the redistricting controversy. The website fivethirtyeight.com presents several methods of drawing district boundaries using computer algorithms -- no human intervention required or allowed.
Child Tax Credit raised children out of poverty -- America Domingo
I was upset to see the news that child poverty more than doubled last year, with over 5 million children falling into poverty, according to recent U.S. Census data. I see this here in Wisconsin. Lots of families struggle to…
Adam Wainwright gets 200th win as Cardinals blank Brewers 1-0
The Brewers were shut out in the seven innings thrown by 42-year-old right-hander Adam Wainwright.
Wisconsin safety nabs first career Big Ten player of the week honor
One of the FBS' leaders in solo tackles had a performance against Georgia Southern impressive enough to earn honors from the Big Ten Conference.
Wisconsin volleyball atop AVCA rankings with Big Ten influence
The Badgers remained undefeated through a tough nonconference schedule. They enter a tough Big Ten slate with several rivals ranked.
Preseason rankings have Wisconsin women's hockey pushing for a repeat
The first national rankings of the year are out, and the Badgers women's hockey team was in a familiar spot.
Michigan State football coach Mel Tucker to be fired for misconduct with rape survivor
The Spartans' coach was in the third year of a 10-year, $95 million deal. Activist and rape survivor Brenda Tracy alleged sexual harassment by Tucker.
Madison Edgewood rolls in girls tennis to lead prep stars of the night
Lily Olson and her Madison Edgewood teammates were dominant. Here’s how other high school sports events played out Monday.
Motorcyclist dies after hitting curb, being ejected on Southwest Side, Madison police say
The 30-year-old motorcyclist was taken by ambulance to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries after the crash about 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Madison police said.
Music, tennis intersect in Madison Memorial senior's life
The Spartans' No. 1 singles player is an accomplished pianist, who enjoys classical music, and also plays violin.