Wisconsin State Journal Local News
madison.com - RSS Results
searched for #wsj
only for asset type(s) of article
Updated: 39 min 37 sec ago
Dane County needs $25 million policy against tar sands spill, expert says
A consultant reports that Enbridge's offer wouldn't ensure a full cleanup as conditions change over the long haul.
Michael Perry: Making the most out of moles in the yard
In San Juan Capistrano spring brings swallows. Here we get moles. The furry kind, that is. The furry kind with four feet that tunnel through the yard, that is.
'Wild Kratts' is a kid phenom, but teachers like it, too
With animal facts and lively fun, "Wild Kratts Live!" to play to packed Capitol Theater.
Catching up: Sunflower oil to hit store shelves soon
The Sunflower Project, an effort of the UW-Platteville's sustainability program, is evolving into a student-run business that will be as much about marketing and planning as the flowers that w…
Just Ask Us: Which wards turned out the most voters in Madison’s spring election?
Sequoya Library saw the most number of votes, in-person and absentee, in Tuesday's general election.
Doug Moe: Toasting an author who pursued Poe, and more
Monroe author John Evangelist Walsh was an expert on Edgar Allen Poe, but wrote on many other subjects as well.
Local dog owners grapple with threat of canine influenza
Duncan Roberts’ pals had to make do without him Saturday.
Leonard Pitts Jr.: Walter Scott isn't just another 'isolated incident'
“You foolish and senseless people, who have eyes, but do not see, who have ears, but do not hear.” — Jeremiah 5:21
Appleton Post-Crescent: Get child porn victims restitution
It’s all about making it easier for victims of one of the most horrific types of crimes. As much as we try not to think about it, there are Wisconsinites who were raped and abused as children,…
Ask the Weather Guys: Why are there April showers?
April's showery reputation is likely the result of two, interrelated physical processes that characterize the arrival of spring.
Scrapbook April 13
Honors: Members of the DeForest Area High School Choirs and Symphonic and Concert Band performed at Walt Disney World Resort on April 1. The group had been selected to participate in the Disne…
Badgers sports: Men's golf team picks up first tournament victory since 2006
The University of Wisconsin men’s golf team found itself in a somewhat unfamiliar spot Sunday afternoon.
Len Harris: Deer remains not so surprising find near trout stream
If you are looking for an injured buck, find that nearby waterway. Your tenacity will be rewarded.
Restaurant News: Willy Street gets a Mexican restaurant
A new Mexican restaurant opened Thursday in a house on Williamson Street where Cafe Costa Rica used to be.
Loss of UW candidates distrubing -- Gary M. Hazen
The article from Thursday's State Journal “UW loses hires over budget fear” should be of great concern to every state resident.
Agency shouldn't ban workplace speech -- Cynthia Bates Schaefer
Kudos to the State Journal for printing the Thursday story about a Republican decision to ban workplace speech about global warming.
Kind stands up for international trade -- Paulis Lazda
Bravo to Congressman Ron Kind, D-La Crosse, for standing up for international trade in his recent column, “Why I’m fighting for a trade deal." Wisconsin needs more leaders like Kind who are wi…
Less costly site needed for Platteville library -- Walt Hannan
Surely the city of Platteville could find a less costly site for its proposed new library -- one that doesn't involve razing a whole block of prime development property, include a hotel for un…
Let women make their own health decisions -- Liz Peltekian
The state Senate is considering a bill to protect survivors of human trafficking. Yet the bill does not allow women the right to make decisions about their own reproductive health care.
