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Bootleg margarine and farmer protests: A look back at Wisconsin's 'oleo wars'

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 2:00pm
Oleo, commonly known as margarine, has a long and controversial history in Wisconsin. Did you know that it only became legal to buy yellow oleo in the dairy state in 1967, after years of contention?

4 observations from Wisconsin football's first training camp practice

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 1:43pm
A senior defender looked in midseason form, the Badgers' depth along the offensive line was tested and more from a balmy training camp debut in Platteville.

Wisconsin governor's race shifts to toss-up with Evers not on the ballot

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 1:26pm
The last time Wisconsin voters cast ballots in a gubernatorial election that didn't include an incumbent candidate was in 2010.

Street closures through Monday for All-City Swim Meet

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 10:45am
The three-day meet will be held at Hill Farm Swim Club on Madison's West Side.

Churchkey bar near UW-Madison not closing after all, owner says

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 9:11am
In a reversal, the bar isn't closing as reported on its own website and social media.

Man stabbed on Madison's North Side

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 8:48am
The 37-year-old victim's injuries were not life threatening, police said.

'You can't let that get personal': How Wisconsin football players handle money in the locker room

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 8:27am
Between revenue sharing and NIL, college football players are making more above-board money than ever. Here's how the Badgers try to block out the bad of professionalizing college sports.

Wisconsin to lose millions aimed at teaching SNAP recipients healthy eating, savvy shopping

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 8:00am
The cuts will also affect more than 100 nutritionists statewide, many of whom work for UW-Extension and other nonprofits.

Tom Still: Investing hub TitletownTech aims to give Green Bay another winner

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 6:50am
On Lombardi Avenue within sight of Lambeau Field, TitletownTech is part innovation hub and part early-stage venture capital firm.

Final decision on Madison’s next police chief expected by the end of August

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 6:40am
The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners said they expect to announce the next chief of the Madison Police Department following interviews with the final three candidates.

Schools superintendent asks if Madison is ready for 'more choices for schools'

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:55am
"We're neighborhood schools and we have been forever. ... Is it time for us to look to interject more choices, more options for families, for children to consider?"

Draft Queen: Low alcohol is the star for socializing longevity

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:50am
Deservedly so, the Campari Soda is having a moment.

Why does the Madison Mallards' announcer say 'Wiener!' after a foul ball?

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:47am
The Madison Mallards have always offered a trade for fans to return foul balls, but it's rare for them to be taken up on it.

Packers' star running back seeks more in 2nd season in Green Bay

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:03am
After a productive 2024 campaign that saw him put up the fifth-best individual season in team history, the Green Bay back has high hopes for his second time around.

HUD program helps foster youth avoid homelessness | Duey Stroebel Jr.

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:00am
HUD helps foster kids avoid homelessness

Use computer algorithms to draw fairer district maps | Jodi Sherman

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:00am
Computer algorithms can draw fairer maps

Lauren Cnare is an excellent addition to the State Journal editorial board | S. Michael Shivers

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:00am
Cnare is a fine addition to the editorial board

Israelis must not let the children of Gaza starve | David Olson

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:00am
Israelis must not let the children of Gaza starve

ICE agents are acting like Donald Trump's secret police | Allen Knop

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:00am
ICE agents are acting like Trump’s gestapo

Madison's park maintenance staff quickly replaced net | Don Ramig

Tue, 07/29/2025 - 5:00am
City’s park maintenance staff quickly replaced net

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