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How top-ranked Wisconsin volleyball routed Ohio State.on the road

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:10pm
Top-ranked Wisconsin got scoring from across its front line in the road rout of Ohio State.

Wisconsin Supreme Court rejects lawsuit seeking to stop Janet Protasiewicz impeachment

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 6:30pm
The high court's decision not to hear the case follows Republican legislators’ threats to impeach Protasiewicz over her possibly presiding over two redistricting lawsuits.

New details released in January crash that killed Verona principal

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 5:45pm
In collaboration with the Wisconsin State Patrol's Technical Reconstruction Unit (TRU), Fitchburg police recreated the circumstances surrounding the crash. The final report points to multiple factors in the incident.

Man found guilty in 2011 sexual assault near UW-Madison, but legal issue could derail verdict

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 5:30pm
The man's lawyers contend the conviction would come outside the statute of limitations for second-degree sexual assault.

Polzin: Keeping one superstar happy led to the Milwaukee Bucks acquiring another one

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 4:30pm
Jrue Holiday was a model citizen and key performer on the court for three seasons. But Damian Lillard brings the Bucks — and Giannis — closer to another NBA title.

Bucks trade for Damian Lillard in move aimed at championship contention, reports say

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 2:15pm
The Milwaukee Bucks traded for star guard Damian Lillard to pair with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Lillard previously said his game complements the Bucks' star's style.

Joe Parisi's 2024 budget would expand CARES across Dane County and fund crisis dispatchers

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 1:20pm
CARES, which responds to mental health crisis calls, "is a service we know we need to grow into," Sun Prairie Mayor Paul Esser said on Tuesday.

5th man in drug ring gets 10 years in federal prison after fentanyl bust, authorities say

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 1:05pm
Reginald Jemison, 56, of Chicago, was sentenced by Judge James D. Peterson for attempting to possess fentanyl with intent to distribute, a charge he pleaded guilty to on June 8.

7 Madison-area high school soccer goalies helping their teams find success in 2023

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:45pm
Goalies are leaders who can see the whole field, and a great goalie can make for a great team. Here are how area goalies are finding success.

Open Jim: Where does Kelly Sheffield rank among Wisconsin coaching hires?

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:15pm
BadgerExtra columnist Jim Polzin answers questions from readers in his weekly mailbag.

NIGHT LIGHTS

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:01pm
Above: Visitors to the "Gleam | Art in a New Light" exhibit at Olbrich Botanical Gardens view “Electric Dandelions,” an artwork by Life Capture Collective. The annual outdoor art exhibit, featuring light installations from local, regional and international designers continues…

Father of nearly 1-year-old girl who died pleads guilty to neglect that caused her death

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 11:40am
Derrick Hawkins had been scheduled to stand trial next month on a child neglect charge.

Man accidentally shoots himself in leg at Madison business, police say

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 11:25am
The man was at a business in the West District Tuesday when he reached for his wallet and accidently fired a gun inside a satchel, Chief Shon Barnes said.

Packers linebacker Rashan Gary shows 'it's going to be scary' once fully healthy

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 11:10am
Rashan Gary broke down in tears after he received a game ball. He made his presence felt playing limited snaps while recovering from his knee injury.

Why 2 Iowa women's basketball commits are playing high school volleyball

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 11:05am
A pair of girls basketball stars from Verona and McFarland chose to play high school volleyball. Here's how their friendship supported their decisions.

3 things to watch as the Packers host the Lions on 'Thursday Night Football'

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:40am
Usage of trick plays, a "game-wrecker" of a defensive lineman and a preponderance of penalties are topics heading into the prime-time game.

Long a dream, $1M for John Nolen Drive underpass added into Madison's 2024 capital budget

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:35am
The City Council's finance committee added about $6.77 million worth of borrowing into next year's budget Tuesday night.

No injuries as fire destroys barn off Highway 14 near Brooklyn, authorities say

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 10:25am
Numerous agencies responded to the fire that was reported about 6:45 a.m. in the 4500 block of Rutland Road in the town of Rutland.

2 Whitewater men arrested for dealing cocaine, authorities say

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 8:40am
The Walworth County Drug Enforcement Unit worked with Whitewater and Delavan police on an investigation into cocaine dealing in Whitewater that included surveillance and controlled buys.

5 questions with Verona's Reagan McIntosh, a Middle Tennessee State volleyball commit

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 8:35am
From her secret talent to the hardest aspect of her sport, get to know Verona senior Reagan McIntosh.

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