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Hands on Wisconsin: Democrats think fair maps are a trick not a treat
Democrats in Wisconsin have been demanding nonpartisan redistricting reform for more than a decade. They rightly accuse Republicans of rigging district maps to maintain a strangle-hold on power in the state Legislature.
Firefighter injured battling Dodge County house fire, authorities say
A firefighter suffered minor injuries on Monday night while battling a house fire at W10438 Highway CC in Dodge County, authorities reported.
Woman suffers head injury when attacked on dance floor at West Side hotel, Madison police say
The woman, who was treated at the scene for her injuries, was not forthcoming with police about what occurred, Madison police said.
American Family continuing to address computer system failure
On Friday, American Family said it shut down some of its business systems after detecting “unusual” activity on its network.
How Wisconsin volleyball moves forward from 'slugfest' match at Nebraska
Kelly Sheffield offered his thoughts on the Badgers' match at Nebraska which featured another record crowd.
2 killed, 6 injured in crash caused by wrong-way truck on Highway 151 in Dodge County, authorities say
No enforcement action was reported and the crash remains under investigation by the Dodge County Crash Investigation Team, authorities said.
How to watch Wisconsin football's Big Ten showdown with Ohio State
The Badgers host the No. 3 Buckeyes in a Big Ten battle Saturday night. Here's how to follow the action and more.
Wisconsin Republicans look to pass constitutional amendments on voter eligibility, elections grants
Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature have advanced a series of constitutional amendments that would outlaw private funding for elections ahead of the 2024 presidential contest, bar municipalities from allowing non-U.S. citizens to vote in local elections and enshrine existing…
The world came chillingly close to nuclear war 50 years ago today
This State Journal editorial ran on Oct. 26, 1973, one day after the United Nation's secured an Egyptian-Israeli cease-fire in the Yom Kippur War. The Arab armies had launched a surprise attack on the holy day Oct. 6 using Soviet…
Cooks' Exchange: Sides, salad and sweet desserts
Following two weeks of sharing delicious pumpkin recipes, a longtime reader asked what my own favorite autumn recipe was and before confessing that it might include even more pumpkin, I reached for my old Food Editors’ Favorite cookbook containing the…
Ep. 71 BadgerExtra podcast: Talking sign-stealing and breaking down the Buckeyes
BadgerExtra beat reporters Colten Bartholomew and Jake Kocorowski discuss the sign-stealing scandal at Michigan, and Wisconsin’s matchup against No. 3 Ohio State.
Wisconsin hospitals face financial challenges, association says
Hospitals made nearly $1 billion last year, but health systems overall had slightly negative operating margins as costs increased, the Wisconsin Hospital Association said.
When will Madison's Center for Black Excellence and Culture be built?
A recent influx of donations to the Center of Black Excellence and Culture brings the project only $3 million away from its total fundraising goal.
15% of some Mineral Point Road trees would be cut down, replaced by BRT sidewalk project
City officials told a public meeting night that replanting trees and soil improvements would improve the road's canopy cover in the next 10 to 15 years.
5 things to know about the WIAA state cross country championships
A look at a deep pool of Madison area teams and individuals that should be in the mix to reach podium at this weekend's state high school cross country meet.
Why Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo signed extension and didn't wait until next summer
Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is now under contract for at least four more years — and a fifth if he’s so inclined.
Wisconsin joins more than 40 states in lawsuit targeting Meta's impact on children
The lawsuit also claims Meta has violated federal law by routinely collecting data on children under the age of 13 without their parents' consent.
Exclusive: We break down winning touchdown in Wisconsin's win over Illinois
Wisconsin football's Nolan Rucci was wide open in the end zone to catch the go-ahead touchdown Saturday. A look at how he got so open and made the play work.
Madison Ald. Regina Vidaver announces bid for Dane County Executive
Vidaver currently represents Madison's Near West Side on the City Council.
Racial reckoning prompts Madison-area birding group to drop 'Audubon' name
“When you recognize John James Audubon’s environmental legacy, you also have to grapple with his full legacy,” Badgerland Bird Alliance Executive Director Matt Reetz said in a statement.