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Wisconsin calls federal DEI dictate 'redundant' at best, 'unconstitutionally vague' at worst

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 1:30pm
State Department of Public Instruction asks for more information before signing off on Trump administration request.

Passover begins soon. For many Jews, the celebrations will occur amid anxieties

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 1:30pm
Passover is a major Jewish holiday, celebrated over seven or eight days each year, commemorating the exodus of ancient Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as recounted in the Bible. It is considered the most widely observed of any Jewish holiday,…

Man gets 4½ years in prison for drag-racing crash that killed retired firefighter

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 12:50pm
Michael A. Norsetter-Shiner, 40, of Madison, was drag racing at speeds of up to 107 mph when he hit a car driven by 77-year-old Rodrick B. Anderson.

Task force that includes Wisconsin warns 9 phone providers over robocalls

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 12:40pm
The task force has also shared its concerns about the providers with its federal law enforcement partners, including the Federal Communications Commission.

Madison Edgewood senior sues WIAA over eligibility to play girls lacrosse

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 12:02pm
The Crusaders transfer student is arguing she experienced multiple extenuating circumstances that prevented her from playing during her four years at a New England boarding school.

Trump reverses Biden rule restricting showerheads

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 11:53am
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has long complained about modern rules that limit water flow for showerheads, making it harder for him to wash his “beautiful hair.”

What is the power line competition bill that has Wisconsin lawmakers so divided?

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 11:40am
The "right of first refusal" proposal has so far failed to cross the finish line as it continues to draw staunch support and fervent opposition in the Republican-controlled Legislature.

Multiple callers report gunshots on North Side

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 10:05am
Multiple callers reported gunshots on the North Side early Thursday morning, Madison police reported.

Restaurant review: Atico Lounge, beautiful setting can forgive a few flaws

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 8:05am
A place to go to as much for the ambiance as for anything else.

Update: UW-Madison discovers another 13 student visas have been canceled

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 8:00am
At least 40 visas have been cancelled thus far across the UW system, thus far, based on universities' perusal of a federal database.

Faced with an aggressive form of cancer, Wisconsin inmate spent months waiting for treatment

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 6:50am
The DOC says its care conforms to "professional and community standards." But by the time Terry Jackson was scheduled for surgery, the cancer had spread to his lymph nodes.

Republicans push new power line competition bill; opponents say it's more of the same

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 6:45am
Lawmakers introduced the Wisconsin Energy Reform Act to replace the divisive right of first refusal measure, which will not be brought to the Assembly floor for a vote.

5 high school boys track and field stars of the week: April 10 edition

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 6:37am
Standout performances at the state's indoor championships headline the past week of boys track and field action. Vote for your favorite area athlete to be crowned the Supernova.

US Postal Service seeks to hike cost of a first-class stamp to 78 cents

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 6:30am
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service is seeking a rate increase this summer that includes raising the cost of a first-class stamp from 73 cents to 78 cents.

5 high school girls track and field stars of the week: April 10 edition

Thu, 04/10/2025 - 6:17am
Senior success leads the way this week. Vote for your favorite performance as the Supernova.

Hands on Wisconsin: Donald Trump's tariffs liberate workers from paychecks

Wed, 04/09/2025 - 6:40am
Donald Trump declared April 2, the day he announced new tariffs on just about every nation in the world, to be "Liberation Day."

Why a familiar defense and Wisconsin football's recruiting style worked for this 3-star OLB

Wed, 04/09/2025 - 6:07am
The Badgers believe they're getting a rising prospect in Carmelow Reed, an edge defender who fits the mold of their new defense.

National Democrats target 2 Republican-held congressional seats for 2026

Wed, 04/09/2025 - 5:55am
National Democrats are again targeting the state's 1st and 3rd congressional districts, the two most competitive in Wisconsin.

Madison Gas and Electric, Alliant Energy seek higher rates starting next year

Wed, 04/09/2025 - 5:45am
The utilities said investments in generation and distribution infrastructure and grid maintenance are contributing to rising electricity costs.

Breaking down the film on Wisconsin men's basketball's new transfer point guard

Wed, 04/09/2025 - 5:37am
Nick Boyd had to prove a few things about himself with a year at San Diego State. The tape shows he made marked improvement as the season went on.

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