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Authorities name suspect in Dane County killing, officers who fatally shot him
DCI is handling the investigation of the police shooting and ultimately will turn over the investigative reports to the Marinette County District Attorney’s office.
Driver faces OWI after crash that injures 2 pedestrians on Southwest Side
The crash happened shortly after 8 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Mike Mckinney Court and Gene Parks Place, Madison police reported.
Huge demand prompts addition of second Garth Brooks show to open Summerfest 2026
It will be Garth Brooks’ first performances at Summerfest, and his first shows in Milwaukee in more than a decade.
Trump administration approves part of Wisconsin’s FEMA aid request
The federal assistance for homeowners is expected to total $29.8 million.
FTC launces inquiry into AI chatbots acting as companions and their effects on children
The Federal Trade Commission has launched an inquiry into several social media and artificial intelligence companies about the potential harms to children and teenagers who use their AI chatbots as companions.
Packers lose a top receiver for extended stretch
An injury early in the Packers' win over Washington will test Green Bay's depth at receiver. Here's what we know.
Pedestrian hit by vehicle, critically injured in Janesville
Janesville police determined that a vehicle leaving a business parking lot struck a 91-year-old pedestrian on the sidewalk.
Wisconsin Republican leader says he doesn't want to 'fortify' state Capitol
Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said "the reality is that most of the violence that has occurred has not been inside a government building."
5 questions with McFarland football’s Parker Roh
Junior Parker Roh shared some of his favorite things, how he got started in football and who is role model is. Get to know him.
5 high school boys sports stars of the week: Sept. 12 edition
Multiple boys cross country runners sprinted to personal and season records during the past week of high school sports action. Vote for your favorite performance.
Enrollment at 7 UW branch campuses revealed, amid declines that have closed 6
Baraboo’s campus dropped by nearly 30%, but enrollment is up at three campuses, including UW-Whitewater’s in Rock County.
Grid operator urges regulators to reject complaint against multi-state project through Wisconsin
Five states are objecting to the project, saying it unfairly shifts transmission costs to areas that don’t need it.
Polzin: Why Wisconsin football is savoring a 'cool' opportunity to play at Alabama
One player called the Badgers' first trip to Alabama — the program's first road game at an SEC venue in 53 years — a "big factor" in his transfer decision.
How defense sets tone for Packers' lofty expectations this season
The Packers defense has solved two potent offenses this season. How did they do it to the Commanders to improve to 2-0?
Polzin: Why a busy day may be a sign of things to come for Packers tight end
Tucker Kraft posted his first 100-yard receiving game in the NFL. The third-year standout is just getting started and could end up being the focal points of Green Bay’s offense.
X-factor in Wisconsin football's game at No. 19 Alabama
Winning at Alabama's Bryant-Denny Stadium is no easy feat. Here's a look at the biggest factor in the determining the Badgers' chances.
Tone at the top is driving our political divisions | Bob McLaughlin
Political assassination, such as the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Wednesday, is never an appropriate response to differences of opinion. In the U.S., we value freedom of speech.
RFK Jr. was wrong pick to head up nation's health department | Sanee Bonnell
As an independent voter, I am appalled by what President Donald Trump is allowing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to do to America’s Department of Health and Human Services, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Institute of Health,…
Transgender gun ban wouldn't stop mass shootings | Lisa Kass
In light of the recent school shooting in Minneapolis, the parents of some survivors have asked that instead of thoughts and prayers, how about move your feet. In other words, do something.






