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Driver dies in single-vehicle crash in Janesville

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 11:25am
At about 6:40 a.m. Wednesday, emergency responders were sent to the injury crash at Highway 14 (Humes Road) and Deerfield Drive.

Vehicle fire in underground parking garage in Monona proves ‘challenging’

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 10:50am
The cause of the fire has not been determined and estimated damages had not been determined.

Beloit, Sun Prairie student jazz bands to open for Wynton Marsalis

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 9:40am
Beloit, Sun Prairie jazz ensembles clinch a spot on the program for one of the world's great jazz orchestras.

Fire does $175,000 damage to Janesville apartment building

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 9:20am
At about 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, fire crews were sent to the 400 block of Franklin Street on a report of a fire at a four-unit apartment building.

Bill would offer another way for candidates to get off Wisconsin ballot other than dying

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 8:00am
Candidates in Wisconsin would be able to strike their names from the ballot by request without dying, as current law requires, under a bill two Republicans proposed on Tuesday.

Hands on Wisconsin: King Donald the Second ascends the throne

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 6:40am
Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States of America on Monday, and before the day was over, he had already signed executive orders that clearly violate the U.S. Constitution.

Year-round park shelter, event space opening on Madison's Far East Side this spring

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 6:35am
The 4,000-square-foot shelter features indoor and outdoor reservable areas, a prep kitchen, a room for gear rentals and public bathrooms.

As Wisconsin counties tighten budgets, some sell their cherished nursing homes

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 6:35am
Staffing shortages and low Medicaid reimbursements have led officials to view the facilities as fiscal challenges, but citizen groups are fighting to keep county ownership.

New Wisconsin QB coach's passion brought him back to familiar ground

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 6:33am
Kenny Guiton finally accomplished a career goal after a decade dalliance coaching another position. Here's what Badgers QBs are getting in their new leader.

7 things that stood out from Wisconsin football assistants

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 6:07am
Four Wisconsin football assistants spoke to reporters Tuesday as a critical 2025 offseason continues for the program. Here's what stood out.

Wisconsin men's basketball receives 'wake-up call' as an elite offensive night gets spoiled

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 5:40am
The Badgers shot 51% from the field and 50% from 3, but were sunk by defense, rebounding and ball security in their loss.

Madison Edgewood senior taps into family background to make Division I dream come true

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 5:03am
Hailing from a basketball family, Maren Schmotzer used her parents' and siblings' tutelage to earn a Division I scholarship.

Wisconsin volleyball's 'crazy environment' helps sell All-American on joining Badgers

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 5:03am
Wisconsin volleyball added its fourth player since the end of the season. The latest comes from a Big Ten foe.

With ceasefire in place in Gaza, restore UNRWA funds | Karen Greenler

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 5:00am
I’m glad that Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire. When one is in a hole, one should stop digging. But the United States needs so do much more.

Jeff Wright has right skills to lead Wisconsin's schools | Laura and JC Love

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 5:00am
Jeff Wright stands out in the race for state superintendent of public instruction for several reasons. On every educational issue and challenge, Wright responds in a timely manner, most often bringing people together to work with him.

Waging war on natural gas won't solve our climate crisis | Jay Kemp

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 5:00am
Natural gas (methane) burns cleaner with lower carbon and particulate emissions than coal or petroleum. In Wisconsin, natural gas is used for 43% of our electricity production, and coal provides 32%. Some 75% of our electricity is generated by fossil…

5 high school boys swimming stars of the week: Jan. 22 edition

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 4:47am
Season-best times and impressive displays of speed headlined the past week of high school boys swimming action. Here are five notable performances.

Sharpshooting 2025 Bosnian wing, a Wisconsin men's basketball target, to decide in 'a few days'

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 4:47am
The Badgers were one of four schools who earned a visit from a top international wing, whose looming decision day will mark the end of a process that has progressed quickly.

5 high school hockey stars of the week: Jan. 22 edition

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 4:03am
Dominant goaltending and defensive performances highlighted last week's high school boys and girls hockey action. Here are five notable performances.

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Wed, 01/22/2025 - 12:00am
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