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Big snowstorm Saturday expected to hit hardest in central Wisconsin, but Madison won't be spared

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 12:15pm
A big snowstorm — a rarity this winter for Wisconsin — is forecast to hit the state on Saturday and Saturday night.

Court settlement will bring 'stability' to Wisconsin athletics, Chris McIntosh says

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 12:03pm
Wisconsin's report to the Board of Regents included a discussion of the impact of revenue sharing with athletes. Here's what the athletic director said.

Former Wisconsin women's basketball assistant abruptly fired as Gardner-Webb coach

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 11:44am
The former Badgers assistant was in his second season leading the Runnin' Bulldogs.

Man knocked unconscious jumping out of moving vehicle on East Side, taken to hospital

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 10:25am
The man and a woman who was driving argued and the man jumped out as the vehicle was traveling about 25 miles per hour.

Spectrum Brands' fiscal Q1 earnings top analysts’ expectations, revenue falls short

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 8:20am
The holding company posted fiscal first-quarter net income of $23.5 million, or $0.84 per share, on revenue of $700.2 million.

Candidate Q&A: Sun Prairie City Council, District 1

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 8:00am
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The primary is Feb. 18.

5 high school boys basketball stars of the week: Feb. 6 edition

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 6:23am
Several area teams snapped losing streaks during the past week of high school boys basketball action. Vote for your favorite area player to be crowned this week's Supernova.

Madison to hire Republican-led firm for budget lobbying offensive at State Capitol

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:55am
Madison and other municipalities are heading into a state budget session where they hope to convince Republicans to open up new ways for local governments to bring in revenue.

Madison buying South Park Street properties with plans to raze buildings, seek developer

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:45am
The buildings are located on either side of South Park Street past Wingra Creek.

Best team in Wisconsin women's hockey history? This Badgers group could get there

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:37am
The Badgers possess their second-best record through 30 games but program history makes winning the last game a requirement to be considered one of the best.

Wisconsin couple sues Walgreens and Optum Rx, saying son died after $500 price rise for asthma meds

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:30am
The lawsuit alleges that OptumRX violated Wisconsin law by raising the cost without a valid medical reason and failing to provide 30 days' advance notice of drug price increases.

Wisconsin men's basketball senior staying 'aggressive,' finding consistency before critical stretch

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:13am
Max Klesmit scored double figures in back-to-back Big Ten games for the first time this season. His consistency could pay dividends for the Badgers in a crucial stretch.

Our diversity is what truly makes America great | Mary Gasser

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:00am
How did we let our leadership in this country decide the ideas of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) were toxic?

Brittany Kinser is clear choice to lead Wisconsin's schools | Sallie Helmer

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:00am
The race for Wisconsin superintendent of public instruction is between incumbent Jill Underly, Sauk Prairie Superintendent Jeff Wright and special education teacher, award-winning public school principal and education consultant Brittany Kinser.

Brad Schimel supports Donald Trump over Constitution | Marianne Statz

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:00am
As a retired police officer, I stand with former Capitol police officer Harry Dunn in his condemnation of Brad Schimel.

Right-wing sheriffs group is threat to separation of power | Don Foy

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:00am
Sheriffs, deputies and police officers perform a very difficult job, often under very difficult circumstances. Sometimes they risk their lives to protect us, so they deserve our esteem and should probably be paid more.

Write your local lawmakers and demand they listen to you | Betty Havlik

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:00am
Please plan now to write a letter every month to your member of Congress and the state legislators who are supposed to represent us. Tell them what you want them to vote for:

Referendums would allow the will of the people to be heard | Mark Smith

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 5:00am
For decades, I’ve wondered why Wisconsinites have not been able to place questions on the ballot like many other states in our union.

Bucks adding Kyle Kuzma, sending Khris Middleton to Wizards in trade, AP source says

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 4:50am
The move gives the Bucks some financial flexibility in getting below the second apron — meaning other trade options may be available to them before the deadline.

5 high school girls basketball stars of the week: Feb. 6 edition

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 4:33am
This week's five stars include a fearless freshman, a guard who can attack the rim and finish from 3 and a sophomore leading one of the best teams in the state. Vote for your favorite performance.

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