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Madison school leaders release letter to community after abuse allegation

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 10:48pm
The letter comes after a widely shared Facebook post alleging staff members of abuse.

Short-handed Bucks fall short on road in their 1st loss of young season

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 8:33pm
Milwaukee rallied back after falling behind by 18 midway through the third quarter but it wasn't enough to secure a third straight victory to start the season.

How one of Wisconsin volleyball's newest stars helped defeat her former team

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 6:57pm
The former Duck who was greeted with a warm ovation, a bouquet of flowers and a photo of her in Oregon gear, helped power the Badgers' victory.

Send us an SOS

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 6:21pm

3 things that stood out from Wisconsin women's hockey's rout of Minnesota State

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 5:19pm
The Badgers put together their most productive first period of the season and completed their third consecutive shutout Sunday. Goalie Ava McNaughton totaled 23 saves.

US and China say a trade deal is drawing closer as Trump and Xi ready for a high-stakes meeting

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 4:30pm
U.S. and Chinese officials say a trade deal between the world’s two largest economies is drawing closer.

Microsoft hopes Mico succeeds where Clippy failed as tech companies warily imbue AI with personality (copy)

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 3:30pm
Clippy, the animated paper clip that annoyed Microsoft Office users nearly three decades ago, might have just been ahead of its time. Introducing: Mico.

Kathleen Parker: A royal assault on the people’s house

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 1:28pm
Notwithstanding the millions of Americans who turned out for the “No Kings” protests last weekend, we clearly have a king in residence at the building formerly known as the White House. Going forward, it shall be known as The Palace.

‘Chainsaw Man’ anime film topples Springsteen biopic and ‘Black Phone 2’ at the box office

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 12:30pm
LOS ANGELES — A big-screen adaptation of the popular anime “Chainsaw Man” beat out a biopic about the Boss and the horror sequel “Black Phone 2” to top the North American box office.

Widely shared social media post alleges assault by Madison middle school staff

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 11:19am
The post says the staff members took the student to one of their homes, but neither is associated with the address listed.

4 observations after rewatching Wisconsin's loss at No. 6 Oregon

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 10:13am
Takeaways after examining Wisconsin-Oregon include Hunter Simmons struggling but not receiving the help he needed on key plays, a recurring issue for the defense and more.

Woman, 60, dies after UTV rollover crash in Lafayette County

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 9:45am
The DNR is leading the investigation alongside the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office, who will forward their findings to the Lafayette County district attorney for possible charges.

How inflatable costumes ballooned at anti-Trump rallies due to a Portland protester's frog outfit (copy)

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 7:30am
A growing number of people protesting against the Trump administration are wearing inflatable costumes at rallies. Here's how it started.

Dr. Zorba Paster: Even a little exercise can go a long way for health

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 7:15am
An in-depth study from the British Medical Journal is worth considering.

Check out a monstrous Halloween display at Cross Plains library

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 5:45am
Another year, another spooky display outside the Rosemary Garfoot Public Library.

Inside Wisconsin volleyball star's 'definitely odd' trip back to old stomping grounds

Sun, 10/26/2025 - 5:37am
The Badgers will play in a familiar arena for their star hitter. Here's a behind the scenes look at her return to Eugene.

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