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UW system plans faster way to identify, change and phase out low-enrollment programs
About 200 of nearly 650 Universities of Wisconsin programs qualify as low enrollment, a third-party audit found.
Owner jumps into Lake Monona to escape burning pontoon boat
The owner reported that he was having mechanical issues and noticed a fire that became too big to put out with the boat’s fire extinguisher.
Jury finds Milwaukee man guilty of killing and dismembering woman on first date
Maxwell Anderson faces a mandatory life sentence in prison when he's sentenced Aug. 15.
Man arrested in 27th seizure of unlawful gun this year, Fitchburg police say
The seizure of 27 guns in 2025 is the result of targeted enforcement efforts, community tips, and proactive policing aimed at reducing gun violence, Fitchburg police said.
Kalahari Resort is adding cabins and a supper club on old Dawn Manor land in Wisconsin Dells area
"With the Kalahari Adventure Collection, we’re redefining what a resort stay can be," Kalahari President Travis Nelson said.
Mendota Marsh: The return of the Guerrilla Cookies
Lewis Crane is excited that the Guerrilla Cookie, a staple of the Madison 1960s scene, is coming back in this week's Mendota Marsh.
Rubio’s student visa pause does real harm to Wisconsin, nation | Patricia Lopez
This is a season of anxiety for international students in the U.S. -- including 15,000 in Wisconsin -- who find themselves demonized by the Trump administration as it devises new ways to limit their numbers.
Wisconsin patients deserve easier access to hospital prices | Sen. Julian Bradley
Imagine waking up in pain. Not chronic pain, though -- this is new. You’re concerned, but think you can tough it out.
Mad Gluten Free Fest moves to Breese Stevens after last year's success
Attendance for the inaugural local gluten-free festival last year "blew us out of the water," organizer Melissa Bennett said.
Middleton community celebrates new lakefront park
Located at 6000 Lake Street, Lake Street Park boasts a scenic view of Lake Mendota, punctuated by a boat pier and kayak launch, smooth places from which to set sail.
Jerry Kelly explains spark that Madison crowd gives him at AmFam Championship
Madison native and two-time American Family Insurance Championship winner Jerry Kelly says adrenaline created by competing in front of Madison fans helps combat his physical ailments.
Medicaid cuts will have high costs for Wisconsin families | Laura Drummond
As a parent of a child with a serious medical condition, I’m deeply concerned about cuts to Medicaid in the proposed congressional budget. For families like mine, Medicaid isn’t optional — it’s essential.
Aaron Rodgers ends months-long dance with Steelers by agreeing to 1-year deal
Rodgers joins a team that has been stuck in a transitional period at quarterback since Ben Roethlisberger retired after the 2021 season.
Brewers' Brandon Woodruff has bruised elbow after getting struck by line drive in rehab appearance
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff has a bruised right elbow after getting struck by a line drive while on a rehabilitation assignment with Triple-A Nashville.
Wisconsin finishes season by extending contracts of 8 head coaches
The Athletic Board approved the recommendation of the athletic department to keep coaches' contracts at their original length.
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LOS ANGELES — Michael Conforto drove in the tiebreaking run in the Dodgers’ three-run eighth inning, and Los Angeles rallied for a 6-5 victory over the New York Mets on Thursday to split the NL powers’ four-game series.
Russell Wilson focused on being a leader for the Giants even with all eyes on rookie Jaxson Dart
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Russell Wilson knows he’s not the future. Not at this point in his career. The New York Giants hope that’ll be Jaxson Dart.