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Packers end of draft wrap up (copy)
A historical first-round selection set the tone for the Green Bay Packers’ draft class, and the franchise followed that up with more offense Friday night.
How all NFL draft 1st-round picks fared against Wisconsin during their careers (copy)
Three of the first four picks in the NFL draft faced Wisconsin during their college careers.
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SOCCER
Here are the former Wisconsin football players selected in the 2025 NFL Draft (copy)
The University of Wisconsin football program continues to struggle in the opening round of the NFL’s annual draft, going without a first-round pick for an eighth straight year amid added national scrutiny with the event in nearby Green Bay.
Gregory Spencer Percy
February 6, 1960 – April 20, 2025
Joyce Schenkenberg
May 4, 1943 – January 27, 2025
Peg Sprecher
Peg Sprecher of Spring Green died April 3, 2025. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10:30 a.m., at St. John’s Catholic Church. Visitation Friday at the church, from 4 to 7 p.m., and on Saturday, at…
Sharon Lee Lehmann
November 16, 1942 – April 15, 2025
Heather Lickel
February 19, 1973 – April 24, 2025
David Lee Nelson
March 17, 1955 – December 18, 2024
Rosalie "Rose" Studzinski
June 30, 1958 – April 19, 2025
Carol (Gruber) Lins
April 24, 2025
Wisconsin football addresses offensive line holes with a transfer portal addition
The Badgers landed a transfer who can provide depth at multiple spots along the offensive line.
Where Waukesha native and former Wisconsin receiver Chimere Dike was selected in NFL Draft
Chimere Dike was a difference-maker at Wisconsin before a change in offense altered his alignment. Here's where he'll start his NFL career.
As Trump and Republicans fight DEI, Madison event focuses on minority librarians
The free event at Olbrich Botanical Gardens promises "to uplift and center the experiences of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) library workers in Wisconsin."
Capital Fitness gym Downtown could be transformed into 12-story building
The neighboring Butler Plaza, home to businesses including Italian restaurant Naples 15, will not be redeveloped, but the restaurant's patio will be updated.
Polzin: How a lopsided approach to the NFL Draft leaves the Green Bay Packers with holes to fill
Nobody expected Brian Gutekunst to use his first three picks on offensive players, including two wide receivers. His failure to address holes on defense leaves him with work to do.
5 high school boys golf stars of the week: April 25 edition (copy)
Improvements, low scores and a personal best highlight this week's Supernova performances. Vote for your favorite performance.
5 high school boys tennis stars of the week: April 25 edition (copy)
From a singles player with an undefeated week to a doubles player who quickly built chemistry with a new partner, here are five impressive boys tennis performances from the week.
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WISCONSIN FOOTBALL