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3 concerns Packers face in Week 3 matchup with Browns

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 8:21am
Green Bay will have to overcome these three challenges Sunday if the Packers hope to keep up their hot start.

UW-Madison police investigating e-bike and e-scooter thefts

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 7:35am
From Aug. 28 through Sept. 13, UW police received five reports of stolen bikes and scooters.

This deal isn't so sweet

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 7:13am
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — The price of most organic food could jump this fall because of new policies and tariffs on imported organic sugar, frustrating manufacturers who say the actions won't help sugar growers but could put some food companies…

How Madison-area soccer players use skillsets to double up as high school football kickers

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 7:03am
A trio of boys soccer standouts are not only taking the tops off of defenses this season but also find themselves in pivotal roles under the lights on Friday nights.

CDC gets spooky decorations in latest cartoon from Phil Hands

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 6:40am
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tasked with setting policy to keep America healthy and prevent the spread of infectious diseases. But under the leadership of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the organization has…

E-commerce hasn't buried this mall

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 6:20am
GURNEE, Ill. — Gurnee Mills, a mall in this northern exurb of Chicago, recently announced a new slate of stores and businesses coming to the mall in the near future, a sign of its “thriving” health, according to shopping center…

Imperial Garden’s future in doubt amid plans for 10-story redevelopment

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:50am
The restaurant, which produces high heat and smoke, is inconsistent with apartments and condos, said a consultant for the project.

Polzin: Why Big Ten play should reveal plenty about state of Wisconsin football program

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:37am
The Badgers didn't inspire confidence with their play during nonconference play. There are no gimmes the rest of the way for Luke Fickell and Co.

Packers monitoring tight end's knee ahead of Browns matchup after practice 'tweak'

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:35am
The tight end, who has been a key in Green Bay's offense this season, was listed on Thursday's injury report after exiting practice early.

X-factor in Wisconsin football's game vs. Maryland

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:03am
The Badgers will try to improve to 5-0 all-time against Maryland. Here's the biggest X-factor for Wisconsin in its Big Ten opener.

Charlie Kirk's death shouldn't be an excuse to go after liberal groups | Steve Rankin

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:00am
Vice President JD Vance promised retribution against left-wing organizations in the aftermath of the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Madison leaders must do more to protect tree canopy | Ginny White

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:00am
Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway says, “Trees are fantastic for our city. They mitigate heat islands. There is good data that trees improve our mental health. They improve our air quality. Trees absorb stormwater. And there is even evidence trees increase…

A gunshot robbed Charlie Kirk of his inalienable rights | Skip Kraiss

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:00am
Our Founding Fathers believed that we had the inalienable rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. This is one of the foundations of what America is built on.

Madison School District isn't good steward of our tax dollars | Wally Meyer

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 5:00am
This past November, Madison voters approved two referendums allowing the Madison School District to collect more than $600 million for its facilities and operational budgets.

Joe Flacco faces relentless Packers defense as Browns offense struggles

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 4:45am
The struggling Browns offense on Sunday faces a Packers defense that is second in the league in sacks (eight) and first in hurries (21) and quarterback hits (18).

5 high school boys sports stars of the week: Sept. 19 edition

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 4:37am
Cross country, volleyball and soccer players are featured this week. Vote for your favorite as the Supernova.

5 keys for Wisconsin football game vs. Maryland

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 4:33am
The Badgers will try to get back in the win column when they open Big Ten play against Maryland. Here are the keys to victory for Wisconsin.

5 high school girls volleyball stars of the week: Sept. 18 edition (copy)

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 12:00am
Anna Haines finds herself at the center of her team’s offense as the Verona setter. That involvement has helped the senior step into a larger leadership role for the Wildcats this season while also elevating her game.

MLB Roundup 9-19

Fri, 09/19/2025 - 12:00am
DETROIT — Jose Ramirez hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the seventh inning after Tarik Skubal was replaced and the surging Cleveland Guardians swept the slumping Detroit Tigers with a 3-1 win on Thursday.

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