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Candidate Q&A: Sun Prairie City Council, District 1
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The primary is Feb. 18.
5 high school boys basketball stars of the week: Feb. 6 edition
Several area teams snapped losing streaks during the past week of high school boys basketball action. Vote for your favorite area player to be crowned this week's Supernova.
Madison to hire Republican-led firm for budget lobbying offensive at State Capitol
Madison and other municipalities are heading into a state budget session where they hope to convince Republicans to open up new ways for local governments to bring in revenue.
Madison buying South Park Street properties with plans to raze buildings, seek developer
The buildings are located on either side of South Park Street past Wingra Creek.
Best team in Wisconsin women's hockey history? This Badgers group could get there
The Badgers possess their second-best record through 30 games but program history makes winning the last game a requirement to be considered one of the best.
Wisconsin couple sues Walgreens and Optum Rx, saying son died after $500 price rise for asthma meds
The lawsuit alleges that OptumRX violated Wisconsin law by raising the cost without a valid medical reason and failing to provide 30 days' advance notice of drug price increases.
Wisconsin men's basketball senior staying 'aggressive,' finding consistency before critical stretch
Max Klesmit scored double figures in back-to-back Big Ten games for the first time this season. His consistency could pay dividends for the Badgers in a crucial stretch.
Our diversity is what truly makes America great | Mary Gasser
How did we let our leadership in this country decide the ideas of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) were toxic?
Brittany Kinser is clear choice to lead Wisconsin's schools | Sallie Helmer
The race for Wisconsin superintendent of public instruction is between incumbent Jill Underly, Sauk Prairie Superintendent Jeff Wright and special education teacher, award-winning public school principal and education consultant Brittany Kinser.
Brad Schimel supports Donald Trump over Constitution | Marianne Statz
As a retired police officer, I stand with former Capitol police officer Harry Dunn in his condemnation of Brad Schimel.
Right-wing sheriffs group is threat to separation of power | Don Foy
Sheriffs, deputies and police officers perform a very difficult job, often under very difficult circumstances. Sometimes they risk their lives to protect us, so they deserve our esteem and should probably be paid more.
Write your local lawmakers and demand they listen to you | Betty Havlik
Please plan now to write a letter every month to your member of Congress and the state legislators who are supposed to represent us. Tell them what you want them to vote for:
Referendums would allow the will of the people to be heard | Mark Smith
For decades, I’ve wondered why Wisconsinites have not been able to place questions on the ballot like many other states in our union.
Bucks adding Kyle Kuzma, sending Khris Middleton to Wizards in trade, AP source says
The move gives the Bucks some financial flexibility in getting below the second apron — meaning other trade options may be available to them before the deadline.
5 high school girls basketball stars of the week: Feb. 6 edition
This week's five stars include a fearless freshman, a guard who can attack the rim and finish from 3 and a sophomore leading one of the best teams in the state. Vote for your favorite performance.
WIAA Board of Control approves WFCA proposed Wisconsin Football Playoff Matrix
The 11-person committee approved a new playoff qualification process starting next year during its monthly meeting Wednesday. Here's why area coaches are for and against the change.
3 things that stood out in Wisconsin women's basketball's loss to No. 7 Southern Cal
The Badgers battled early but the Trojans' relentless pressure led to a lopsided loss at the Kohl Center. Here's what stood out.
Lillard scores 29 points as Bucks beat Hornets to snap 4-game losing streak
Damian Lillard had 29 points and 12 assists, Bobby Portis had 23 points and 17 rebounds in his first game since Jan. 23 and the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Charlotte Hornets 112-102 on Wednesday night in their first game since…
Jacobs lobbies Packers, GM Gutekunst to add a wide receiver ‘that’s proven to be a No. 1’
Packers running back Josh Jacobs lobbying for the team to bring a No. 1-caliber receiver to Green Bay with a certain former teammate and Packers favorite in mind.
Candidate Q&A : Madison City Council, District 9
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The primary is Feb. 18.