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Wisconsin volleyball loses key playoff contributor to transfer portal

Sat, 12/20/2025 - 4:30am
The fifth Badgers player announced she's entering the transfer portal, and she played a big role down the stretch this season.

5 questions with Madison Edgewood boys hockey’s Owen Porter

Sat, 12/20/2025 - 4:03am
The Crusaders senior discusses his favorite opposing rink to play at, go-to pregame superstition and three other fun facts. Meet Madison Edgewood’s Owen Porter.

Mary Lou Jule Fendrick

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 11:00pm
February 15, 1938 - November 28, 2025

3 things that stood out from Wisconsin men's basketball's loss Villanova

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 9:53pm
The Badgers came back to force and overtime period but could not capitalize on the opportunity.

Wisconsin volleyball loses defensive depth as 3rd player enters transfer portal

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 9:41pm
A third Badgers volleyball player announced Friday she will enter the transfer portal. Here are the details.

Wisconsin volleyball loses part-time starter to transfer portal

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 7:57pm
The Badgers coaching staff praised the ability of this freshman to step in for an injured All-American.

Former highly ranked Wisconsin volleyball recruit to enter transfer portal

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 7:17pm
The former No. 1 libero in her recruiting class announced on Instagram that she's entering the transfer portal.

Packers activate key player from injured reserve to bolster shorthanded defense

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 6:47pm
With a crucial NFC North matchup with the Chicago Bears looming on Saturday night, Green Bay added some key help Friday.

Salvation Army warns of fake Red Kettle at West Towne Mall

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 5:45pm
Any donations given to a fake kettle will not go to fund Salvation Army programs or services, the group said in a statement.

Wisconsin men's basketball reserve guard ruled out vs. Villanova

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 5:45pm
The senior has struggled in recent games but has been a key component of the Badgers' bench throughout the season.

Dane County Supervisor announces departure from board at end of year

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 5:18pm
The Dane County Board Supervisor for District 15 said the decision was the result of her upcoming move out of the district.

Madison police cleared in death of suspect last year

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 5:05pm
Richard Johnson, 32, of Madison, was unresponsive when he arrived at the Dane County Jail and was taken to a hospital, where he died.

Obituary index for Sat., Dec. 20

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 3:44pm
TODAY'S OBITUARIES

Jury foreman in Dugan trial: 'Not feeling too good' after verdict

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:54pm
The foreman for the jury in the case of ⁠Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan said he was “not feeling too good” after reaching a verdict on Dec. 18.

DIGEST

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:30pm
A Mineral Point man died when he couldn’t escape a burning car after a crash on Thursday night, the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office reported.

OWI sought against man critically injured in crash that closed I-90 near DeForest

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:20pm
At about 6:40 p.m., a vehicle driven by the man rear-ended a semi on westbound I-90 at the Highway 19 interchange, the Wisconsin State Patrol said.

Parents, staff request independent review of Madison elementary school principal

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 1:00pm
A district spokesperson said district leaders looked into complaints about Becca Stein but “found no evidence of wrongdoing requiring further investigation.”

Former church in Sun Prairie transformed into women’s clothing boutique and farm market

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 12:15pm
Faded Roots Boutique opened in 2024 in the former sanctuary, and the Roots Cellar opened last month in the basement.

No serious injuries in 4-vehicle crash on Beltline

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 12:10pm
The crash happened on the eastbound Beltline near Todd Drive shortly before 6:45 a.m. when a car allegedly lost control due to black ice, authorities said.

Assembly Republican leaders vow to impeach Milwaukee judge if she doesn’t resign

Fri, 12/19/2025 - 11:52am
Under Wisconsin’s Constitution, Hannah Dugan forfeited her right to serve after her conviction, Assembly Republican leaders said.

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