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Why Luke Fickell trusts his new QB to turn around Wisconsin football's offense

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 6:00am
The Badgers coach explained what he saw in transfer quarterback Colton Joseph to make him Wisconsin's new signal-caller.

Madison got more snow — and rain — last week than in all of January 2025

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 5:55am
After 2025’s record-dry January, this year is off to a rainier-than-average start, with even more rain — and snow — headed Madison’s way.

UW-River Falls football's D-III championship a cathartic end to decades of work for coach

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 5:35am
Coach Matt Walker and the UW-River Falls football program basked in championship glory Sunday, but the title was shared with decades of alumni.

Polzin: From Huskers rival to Madison pro, meet LOVB Madison rookie Rebekah Allick

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 5:35am
Rebekah Allick is polarizing on and off the court. Here's why the LOVB Madison rookie middle blocker is looking forward to competing in what once was enemy territory for her.

Wisconsin man accused of killing parents to fund Trump assassination plot pleads guilty to homicide

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 5:15am
Nikita Casap, 18, pleaded guilty to two counts of first-degree intentional homicide in Waukesha County Circuit Court in connection with the deaths.

How a Wisconsin men’s basketball freshman guard went from redshirt to key reserve

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 5:03am
With a lack of foreseeable playing time leading him to consider a redshirt season, the true freshman guard heard from a program alum offering encouragement.

Madison School Board members should be role models | Nino Amato

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 5:00am
Role models matter -- especially on the Madison School Board

America is better off since President Donald Trump took office | David J Rizzo

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 5:00am
In the spirit of “Auld Lang Syne”, let’s review progress in 2025 on three issues and hypothesize what would have occurred given a different outcome in the 2024 election.

3 concerns the Packers face in their Wild Card game against the Chicago Bears

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 4:17am
Green Bay has plenty of issues from the last few months that it needs to clean up if it wants to come out of Chicago with a win in the playoffs.

Grouping Wisconsin football's current transfer additions in tiers

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 4:07am
BadgerExtra broke into tiers the 23 transfers that have joined the Badgers one week into the transfer portal window.

5 high school boys stars of the week: Jan. 9 edition

Fri, 01/09/2026 - 4:03am
Record-breaking performances in the pool, a dominant invite title on the mat and a goaltender standing on his head highlighted last week’s action. Vote for the most impressive performance.

3 things that stood out in Wisconsin women's basketball's loss to Purdue

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 9:43pm
The Badgers failed to deliver a third straight comeback win and dropped their first home game of the season to the Boilermakers. Here's what stood out.

Wisconsin football adds ACC power quarterback from transfer portal, 2nd of window

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 6:43pm
The Badgers added even more young talent to its quarterback group Thursday evening with their latest transfer.

Authorities investigate death of 43-year-old inmate at Oshkosh prison

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 5:30pm
A 43-year-old prisoner has died following a "physical ⁠disturbance" at Oshkosh Correctional Institution, according to local authorities.

Where Wisconsin football's backfield stands after injury update, recent transfer portal flurry

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 4:43pm
Luke Fickell shared his thoughts on how Wisconsin is retooling its running back group now that the status of a starter from last season is up in the air.

Original Eno Vino is closing after 21 years

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 4:25pm
Dining habits have changed and it’s just time, said co-owner Jose Luis Granados.

Wisconsin football adds depth with 3rd transfer portal running back of cycle

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 4:07pm
The Badgers brought a running back who had limited opportunities in the backfield of a Big 12 program. Here's what to know.

Freshman WR backs out of transfer portal, returns to Wisconsin football

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 3:47pm
The Badgers received a boost in their receiving corps from a familiar face Wednesday, when a freshman wideout announced his return to the program.

Ice conditions not improving on Madison area lakes but hope remains

Thu, 01/08/2026 - 3:45pm
Rains have not done a favor to Madison area lakes but colder temperatures are on the way.

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