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Reince Priebus: 'Very good chemistry' between Paul Ryan, Donald Trump
Priebus, of Kenosha, is the man tasked with unifying a Republican Party riven by a remarkably contentious presidential primary.
Michael Haas nominated to be Wisconsin's new head elections official
Wisconsin's new elections commission has appointed a new administrator to supervise state elections and lead its staff.
Madison police: Student bumps man, man punches student, man arrested
A 19-year-old college student out early Friday on State Street accidentally bumped into a man, who delivered a punch to the student before being arrested by nearby officers.
Badgers men's basketball: Nigel Hayes stats from scrimmages and drills at the NBA Draft Combine
In the first scrimmage, Hayes went 0-for-2 from the field, scoring two points with three assists, zero rebounds and no steals or blocks in 21 minutes.
Charlotte Observer: Bathroom law denies identity and dignity
In his 10-page lawsuit Monday against the U.S. Department of Justice, North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory offered a hauntingly familiar defense of North Carolina’s anti-LGBT law: It doesn’t discriminate against transgender individuals because transgender identity isn’t really real.
Neighbor on neighbor fight leaves 1 injured, Madison police say
"Mutual combat erupted, and it ended with the victim being struck with ceramics."
Kathleen Parker: Rules are for breaking
WASHINGTON -- It should be obvious to all by now that Donald Trump knows nothing of what he speaks. His disastrous economic ideas are but the latest in a litany of nonsensical proposals.
Prep boys swimming and diving: Madison Edgewood diver Frank Hearn commits to UW-Milwaukee
Hearn placed fourth in diving at the WIAA Division 2 state meet.
Steve Chapman: Hiroshima visit will highlight the risk of Trump
CHICAGO -- In early August, 1945, a 19-year-old Navy ensign sailed from California to take part in the invasion of Japan. Those on board the vessel didn't know if they would live to see the end of the war. But…
Fried Twinkies are so old hat. Try bourbon-fried pound cake.
When we first encountered deep-fried, bourbon-soaked Twinkies, we were a little smitten. Until, that is, we realized we could do so much better.
Dodge County sheriff shuts down scammer from Afghanistan
The Internal Revenue Service doesn't make threatening phone calls and is not based in Afghanistan.
Packers: Sam Barrington key to linebacker plans
There is plenty of time for Sam Barrington to prove how much he has recovered from a right foot injury that sidelined him for most of last season.
Edgerton man arrested for alleged 8th drunken driving offense
An Edgerton man who crashed his vehicle into some boulders Thursday night was arrested for his alleged eighth drunken driving offense.
Madison-area authorities seek help with fatal shootings
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Madison-area law enforcement officials are asking for the public's help in solving three fatal shootings in the past three weeks that they say are linked.
Commercial digital printer ePac opens in Middleton
The company produces packages for products such as pet food, snacks, coffee and lawn and garden materials
Rain, chilly weekend for commencements
If heading to college commencement exercises this weekend in Madison, it might be a good idea to bring a jacket and umbrella.
Mix up the pasta for a take on pasta alla vodka
Making a special dish with ingredients on hand is a winner in any book. And most pasta dishes fall into that category.
Clean lakes need more commitment
OUR VIEW: Lots of phosphorus is being diverted, but lake protection must accelerate
Dane County grants quarry compliance window after violation of nearly half of permit conditions
The town of Christiana quarry has been given a grace period to remedy violations of eight different permit conditions.
On View | Melissa Scherrer Paré
Melissa Scherrer Paré doesn’t just wield a paintbrush to create art; she uses a laser cutter as well. Her artwork emerges in the form of jewelry, wall art and home goods.