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Free society demands strong protections for free speech -- Wayne Shockley

Sun, 01/28/2024 - 5:00am
Ronald Reagan once said, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction."

Bucks roar past Pelicans in Joe Prunty's final game as interim coach

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 10:10pm
Giannis Antetokounmpo had a double-double in Milwaukee's home win over New Orleans.

3 observations from Wisconsin men's hockey's overtime win at Michigan

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 9:35pm
Christian Fitzgerald's overtime goal gave the Badgers their 20th win and clinched the season series against the Wolverines. Here's how it happened.

3 things that stood out in Wisconsin women's basketball's win over Rutgers

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 7:40pm
The Badgers nearly coughed up a double-digit lead down the stretch but pulled away for their first consecutive wins since last December. Here's what stood out.

Wisconsin women's hockey pulls off largest 3rd-period comeback win: 3 observations

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 6:30pm
The Badgers scored four times in the third period to beat Minnesota Duluth. Here's how the remarkable road rally happened.

3 noteworthy things new Bucks coach Doc Rivers said about taking over a contender midseason

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 4:50pm
Here are three things that stood out as Rivers shared his thoughts on where the Bucks stand as he takes over and what he thinks they can accomplish this season.

Grant County officials searching for man involved in destructive crash, 2 high-speed pursuits

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 3:35pm
Any sightings of Dietzen can be reported to the local authorities or by calling 911. Police are not sure if he is still in Grant County

How Doc Rivers was lured back to coaching by the Bucks

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 2:37pm
The former Marquette star and longtime NBA coach had his interest piqued by the chance to compete for an NBA title.

Edward Timmons: To help fill Wisconsin jobs, make occupational licenses portable

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 9:09am
Barbers, masseuses and more would benefit -- and so would consumers

5 questions with Madison West boys swimming's Cole Johnson

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 7:37am
A seasoned state qualifier and place finisher, friendships are truly what fuel the St. Thomas swimming commit. Meet Regents senior sprinter Cole Johnson.

5 questions with Sun Prairie East boys basketball's Max Raimer

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 7:13am
From his favorite athlete to his most memorable sports moment, meet Max Raimer.

Mendota Marsh: Property taxes make Madison unaffordable for workers

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 7:10am
Oscar Fox and Lewis Crane discuss whether it's a problem that Madison is unaffordable for workers in this week's Mendota Marsh.

Amid 'financial crisis,' court expects to OK sale of Housing First projects for the homeless

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 7:00am
If the Dane County judge's decision is finalized, service providers will assist tenants in finding alternative housing, with protections against eviction without cause and due process.

Woman committed to mental institution in Slender Man attack again requests release

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 6:50am
Morgan Geyser, now 21, petitioned Waukesha County Circuit Judge Michael Bohren on Jan. 16 to order a new round of medical tests and grant her conditional release.

How Wisconsin football's newest assistant fared on the recruiting trail

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 6:37am
The recruiting resume for Wisconsin's newest assistant shows success in landing four-star talent. Here's what we found.

Madison police seeking vehicle that struck, killed pedestrian on Beltline at Fish Hatchery Road

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 6:15am
Madison police and fire personnel attempted life-saving efforts, but the person who was hit was pronounced dead at the scene by the Dane County Medical Examiner's Office.

Matt LaFleur saw ‘cracks’ during up-and-down year, but coach never let them sink Packers

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 5:40am
After a 2-5 start, the coach guided the Packers to 8 wins in their next 11 games.

Why Tom Izzo says Wisconsin men's basketball sophomore is 'one of better players' he's seen

Sat, 01/27/2024 - 5:25am
The transfer from St. John's scored 50 points in two meetings and was highly efficient in doing so. Here's how he broke out of a shooting slump.

Packers' defensive coordinator search begins with former coach

Fri, 01/26/2024 - 4:45pm
Packers coach Matt LaFleur reportedly interviewed two candidates Friday.

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