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Worker killed in construction zone crash in Monroe County
OAKDALE — A man working in a construction zone on Interstate 90 was killed Friday night when a driver lost control of the pickup he was driving and crashed into a piece of road surfacing machinery.
3 things to watch when Packers host Lions in NFC North showdown
With a near 100% chance of rain during the game, Detroit could have its hands full in its first outdoor game of the season. Here's what to watch for Sunday.
Fourth straight state cross country medal sweetens senior's career after injury
A prolonged recovery from an injury didn't slow a runner who committed to a Division I college program this weekend.
Middleton boys soccer survives PKs to top Madison West, return to state
Middleton earned its second consecutive trip to the state tournament by beating a conference opponent for a sectional title.
Verona freshman almost didn't run yet ends up 'shocked' as state's silver medalist
The Wildcats' debutant nearly didn't run this fall, and her season was nearly a golden finish. Now she can prepare for the club season of the sport she almost played.
State cross country championship the 'cherry on top' of Deerfield/Cambridge junior's season
Teammates pushed each other all season and that push led one of them to become a state champion.
Junior's birthday spoiled as McFarland boys soccer shut out from state tournament
A sectional championship celebration wasn't in the cards for the Spartans, who lost to a No. 9 seed, but they hope is a multi-year run for a standout junior class.
What Packers' roster moves say about Jordan Love's availability against Lions
Green Bay showed its hand on Saturday as it set the final roster for Sunday's NFC North showdown at Lambeau Field. Here's what the move says about Love's injury status.
Harris and Trump are zeroing in on Sunbelt states as they embark on a final weekend push for votes (copy)
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump zeroed in on the Sun Belt on Saturday as they embarked on one last weekend quest to sway every undecided voter in the battleground states. The presidential candidates pitched rival…
Orphaned squirrel who became social media star euthanized after being seized from home (copy)
Peanut, whose owner runs an animal sanctuary, amassed tens of thousands of followers on Instagram, TikTok and other platforms.
Donald Trump wouldn't be a trustworthy wingman | Brig. Gen. Jerome Jones
Trump wouldn’t be trustworthy wingman
'Wisconsin on the up': How ESPN's 'College GameDay' picked rivalry with Iowa
Bowl eligibility is on the line for Wisconsin football as it visits the Hawkeyes. Here's how ESPN picked the game.
How to watch Wisconsin football at Iowa: Odds, prediction, storylines, more
The Badgers have had their issues against mobile quarterbacks and a new Iowa starter poses a threat. Here's what to know and how to watch.
Therapy dogs provide companionship for Riverwood residents
Therapy dogs are widely commissioned to provide friendship for seniors, and a retired nurse and current author who trains them visited Riverwood Senior Living in Wisconsin Dells on Monday to highlight their impact.
Madison referendums: Here's a quick explainer on how property taxes work
State law has caused property tax rates to fall in Madison, but booming home values have made what residents pay on their tax bill go up.
Gun found tucked in tree after report of La Follette High student with gun on school grounds
A 14-year-old boy was arrested after officers recovered a gun tucked in a tree in the 5300 block of Alder Drive, Madison police said.
Person rescued from burning apartment on East Side in critical condition
Two additional residents were displaced by the blaze and they are being helped by the Red Cross.
Polzin: Humbling loss to Nebraska leaves Wisconsin volleyball in soul-searching mode
Getting swept by the Cornhuskers was another sign that there's a gap between the Badgers and the best teams in the country. Is there time for them to close it?
5 die in fiery single-vehicle crash in town of Verona
The crash happened about 11:10 p.m. Friday when a vehicle heading north on Range Trail left the road, struck a tree and burst into flames, the Dane County Sheriff’s Office said.
Jim Steineke: Don't believe dangerous lie about election
We’re just days away from the 2024 elections and the lies that will be used to sow distrust in the outcome have started to seep through into the mainstream. In particular, one has started to take root here in Wisconsin.