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Fitchburg house fire displaces residents

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 8:55am
The fire at 4613 Pawnee Pass was reported about 9:20 a.m. Saturday, the Fitchburg Fire Department reported.

Public meeting set for Wednesday on Madison’s data center moratorium

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 7:10am
The city paused zoning approvals in January for new data centers over 10,000 square feet.

Madison Bike Week continues through Sunday featuring dozens of events

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 7:05am
The events include safety demonstrations, bike tune-ups, rides and a big party at Brittingham Park at 5 p.m. Friday.

Madison teachers, parents push for tougher cellphone ban in high schools

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:50am
The Madison School District is writing its first districtwide cellphone use policy as required by a new state law.

Packers' release of kicker Brandon McManus a gutsy move with potential high reward

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:40am
The Green Bay Packers made the call to reward Trey Smack with the starting kicker job to guarantee more practice reps for the Day 3 draft pick.

Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski puts wraps on historic May

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:40am
The Milwaukee Brewers finished May on top of the National League Central in part thanks to a dominant month from their flamethrower starter.

New app helps dairy farmers tackle summer heat stress on cattle

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:30am
Dairy producers across Wisconsin now have a new tool to help manage one of summer's biggest challenges: heat stress.

Beach in McFarland closed for swimming due to elevated bacteria levels

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:30am
The pea gravel beach on the northeast end of Lake Waubesa has a blue-green algae problem, the health department said.

Judge says former Milwaukee teacher's aide can return to US, ICE actions 'likely unlawful'

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:30am
The ruling was part of a federal lawsuit brought by eight individuals and two immigrant rights groups, arguing a policy change by President Donald Trump's administration should be reversed.

With refugee resettlement halted, Wisconsin agency's outgoing leader reflects on Trump's impact

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:30am
The funding cuts make most resettlement work impossible, so her agency and others have been helping people with visa applications and food security.

Indicted Milwaukee landlord Sam Stair starred in reality show, 'American Slumlord'

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:30am
Sam Stair, a Milwaukee landlord recently indicted on federal drug charges, co-produced and starred in a reality TV show two years ago called "American Slumlord."

How cool should you set your AC during Wisconsin summers? What experts say

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 5:25am
Here are some of the best ways to use your air conditioner, including ideal temperature and timing.

3 takeaways from Wisconsin football landing 3-star linebacker from Arizona

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 7:03pm
The Badgers earned a second commitment after a busy weekend of official visits, this one coming from a versatile linebacker who can play on or off the ball.

Misiorowski dominates again as Brewers blank Astros

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 4:13pm
The young pitcher went without giving up a run again Sunday and Milwaukee won the final contest in a three-game series.

Veterans deserve qualified care, transparency | Bonnie Goeden

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 1:45pm
U.S. Army veteran Michael Jerome Goeden proudly served his country. He loved his family deeply. He should still be here.

3 takeaways from Wisconsin landing a 4-star receiver recruit

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 1:33pm
The Badgers' first weekend of official visits already helped to land an impressive athlete at a position of need for the 2027 recruiting class.

Wisconsin tabs longtime NFL executive as new general manager

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 11:17am
The Badgers hired a veteran NFL staffer with experience in scouting, free-agency management and more to lead its personnel department.

Wisconsin Originals: NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees Alan Kulwicki and Matt Kenseth are Wisconsin natives

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 11:10am
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

Brewers' speedster getting on base by utilizing legs

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 10:43am
David Hamilton leads MLB in hits via walks this season. Here's how he's reaching first continually.

Vikings caption vanquishes competition in contest

Sun, 05/31/2026 - 9:55am
Winning line from Baraoo reader beats more than 50 entries.

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