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3 things that stood out from Wisconsin volleyball's season-ending loss to rival in Elite Eight
The Badgers' biggest rivals proved to be an "unbelievable defensive team" in an NCAA regional final match Sunday. Here's what stood out from the teams' third meeting of the season.
Polzin: What I liked and didn't like from Wisconsin volleyball's Elite Eight loss to Nebraska
The Badgers' promising season came to an end at the hands of a top rival in a nationally televised NCAA Tournament showdown. Here are columnist Jim Polzin's thoughts on the match.
US agencies should use advanced technology to identify mysterious drones, Schumer says
After weeks of fear and bewilderment about drones buzzing over parts of New York and New Jersey, a U.S. senator is urging the federal government to deploy better drone-tracking technology.
Man, woman accused of stealing vehicle with toddler inside
The child was abandoned on the side of the road, still in the car seat.
Las Vegas already seems part of the NBA world, which makes expansion decision feel inevitable
LAS VEGAS — Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers has heard and seen enough. He’s convinced there will be an NBA team in Las Vegas.
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John Nichols: Mayors put guardrails on Trump
Ben Wikler’s campaign for chair of the Democratic National Committee is going from strength to strength. The chair of Wisconsin’s Democratic Party, who is in a crowded contest for the party’s top job, appeared last week on The Daily Show…
‘Kraven the Hunter’ flops while ‘Moana 2’ tops the box office again (copy)
The Spider-Man spinoff “Kraven the Hunter” got off to a disastrous start in North American theaters this weekend.
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Columbia Energy Center to continue coal operations through 2029, may convert unit to natural gas
Alliant Energy, Madison Gas and Electric, and Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, will continue coal operations at the Columbia Energy Center in Portage through 2029.
Wisconsin football bolsters defensive line with transfer commitment
The Wisconsin football team continued to restock its defensive front with the commitment of a Group of 5 defensive lineman from Tulane. Here's what to know.
Amazon deliveries win this week's You Toon caption contest
Winning line from reader beats more than 50 entries.
Wisconsin volleyball's 'crazy play' requires repeated viewings — even for the athlete behind it
The junior middle blocker who sparked a turnaround with her stunning effort has become increasingly impactful down the stretch this season. Here's a look at her latest contribution.
What to know about Wisconsin volleyball's Elite Eight showdown with top rival
The Badgers are fired up for their nationally televised showdown in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday in Nebraska. Here's what you should know about the match "everybody wanted."
Garden calendar | For the week of Dec. 15
Tips for your flowers, trees and shrubs.
OUR VIEW: Trump loves 1 thing Madison needs more of
The two political opposites should agree to agree
Hands on Wisconsin: How the Grinch stole Wisconsin's athletes
The University of Wisconsin-Madison football team had a pretty lousy season on the field, and the offseason is shaping up to be just as bad. Several of the program's top players have fled to other schools, often for more lucrative…
Empty Stocking Club donors, volunteers bring joys of Christmas to 8,000 kids
Roughly 8,000 toys were distributed to 2,550 families through the Empty Stocking Club, according to Executive Director Lynn Wood.
Marc Thiessen: How Trump can deliver for working-class voters
Donald Trump won over millions of new working-class voters with his promises to eliminate taxes on tips, overtime pay and Social Security income, and to create a new tax credit for family caregivers. He does not have to wait months…