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Wisconsin men's hockey's new goal-scoring leader starting to find his stride

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 8:23am
Simon Tassy had a breakout performance for the Badgers at the Holiday Face-Off with a hat trick in the championship game.

These were the most popular baby names in Madison in 2023

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 7:35am
Neither UnityPoint Health-Meriter nor St. Mary's reported widespread use of Amelia or Sophia, which were among the top five names for girls nationwide in 2022.

5 things to watch with Wisconsin football recruiting in 2024

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 7:17am
Wisconsin strongly rebounded on the recruiting trail in 2023. Here's what to watch for in 2024.

Firing UW-La Crosse chancellor not a violation of free speech, First Amendment experts say

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 6:45am
Typically, public employees can't be fired for protected speech, but there's an exception for speech that interferes with an employee's ability to do their job.

Predicting Wisconsin men's basketball's 5 biggest conference games

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 6:37am
The Badgers men's basketball team heads into 2024 set to play 19 Big Ten games. Here are five of the most important games in the upcoming slate.

'Can you get me tickets': Inside the 1993 Wisconsin football team clinching its Rose Bowl berth

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 6:30am
Episode 4 of Rags to Roses: Reliving Wisconsin football’s 1993 season. This episode explores the Michigan State game, where the Badgers prevailed to punch their ticket to the Rose Bowl.

Republicans ask Wisconsin Supreme Court to reconsider redistricting ruling

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:45am
Republican legislators asked the court to stay its recent ruling because they don't have enough time to submit new maps by the Jan. 12 deadline.

Ziggy's BBQ Smokehouse & Ice Cream Parlor is closing; last day will be Sunday

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:40am
Mike and Teri Zieglemeier also run an Edgerton restaurant called Wet Bottoms Bar & BBQ.

Packers defensive coordinator Joe Barry seeks full effort after an incomplete showing

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:35am
Barry is focused on his unit's consistency against the Vikings after a rocky finish for Green Bay's defense tarnished what he felt was a strong start to last Sunday's game.

10 famous Madisonians and how they made their mark on the world

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:30am
Whether they were born in Madison or began their careers here, here are 10 people who have made a significant mark on the world and how this city molded them.

'He's a good dude': Students, community members react to firing of UW-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:30am
Joe Gow was fired Wednesday by the UW Board of Regents for starring in and posting pornographic films featuring him, his wife and other adult film stars online.

4 young Wisconsin football players to watch in the ReliaQuest Bowl

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:13am
The Badgers football team has a number of underclassmen stepping into bigger roles against LSU. Here's a few to keep your eyes on.

Joe Gow firing shows how UW Regents kowtow -- Warren J. Gordon

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:00am
An old joke goes: “I’m so old I can remember when sex was dirty and the air was clean!” But based on its decision to fire UW-LaCrosse Chancellor Joe Gow, the UW’s Board of Regents obviously don’t get the joke.

The Big Ten's name is lost in numbers -- Rick Domann

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:00am
In recent years, the Big Ten conference has undergone significant expansion, welcoming new members into its fold. While growth is often seen as a positive force, the expansion of the Big Ten has left many fans questioning the logic behind…

Compact voting district maps already exist -- Bruce Harville

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:00am
Given the Wisconsin Supreme Court's ruling that new legislative maps must be "as compact as possible," I have good news for the legislative leaders now tasked with creating these maps:

Here are 5 locally owned music stores in Madison

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 5:00am
Whether you're preparing for a gig or trying to practice on that old guitar in the closet, here's a list of places to check out.

Here are the odds for Wisconsin football's matchup with LSU in the ReliaQuest Bowl

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 4:44am
Oddsmakers don't expect LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels' absence to improve the Badgers' chances at victory. Here's how Vegas sees the matchup.

Giannis has double-double, Bucks ease past Cavaliers

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 4:30am
Giannis and Damian Lillard keyed a third-quarter comeback in the Bucks' road victory.

Madison Memorial boys hockey title leads prep stars of the night

Sat, 12/30/2023 - 3:45am
The Spartans edged Madison West in the Culver's Cup final. Here’s how other high school sports events played out Friday.

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