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Madison taxpayers will pay for school referendums for decades, no matter what happens in November

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 6:00am
Since 1995, 13 of the 16 referendum questions put to voters by the Madison School District have passed. Several raise taxes forever.

First of 8 Waupun prison guards enters plea, argues low staffing led to inmate death

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 5:55am
The former guard said she wasn't able to complete her rounds because she was helping another inmate and was one of just three guards overseeing 150 inmates.

Polzin: At 20 years old, this 'absolute stud' established himself in Brewers postseason lore

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 5:45am
Jackson Chourio is already carrying a heavy load for a franchise trying to get over a playoff hump. Yet "ignorance is bliss" for the rookie.

6 charged in connection with July officer-involved shootout that injured Sauk County deputy

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 5:15am
Four people have been arrested on charges they aided a man who later died after a shootout and standoff with authorities, and two others have warrants for their arrest.

Extending historic winning streak key for Wisconsin football's bowl streak continuing

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 5:07am
Some underclassmen likely weren't born the last time Purdue beat the Badgers, who are looking to bounce back after a pair of losses.

Only a vote for Donald Trump can secure our freedom -- Sallie Helmer

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 5:00am
Conservatives believe in free will. Republicans' freedom comes from limited government and more individual rights and responsibilities. Republicans find security in personal freedom to fulfill our lives, abilities, jobs and the sense of accomplishment for ourselves and our families.

Constitutional amendment fixes an issue that doesn't exist -- Jeff Virchow

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 5:00am
Our legislators are at it again, inserting another constitutional amendment onto the November ballot. They want to change the current language, which states that "every" U.S. citizen has the right to vote to "only" U.S. citizens have the right to…

Become a friend of the Portage Public Library -- Jonathan Stefonek

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 5:00am
It helps to have friends, and this month we are celebrating the 19th Annual National Friends of Libraries Week, from Oct. 20-26. We have been happy to bring together residents of all kinds to support the community gem that is…

5 high school boys soccer stars of the week: Oct. 3 edition

Thu, 10/03/2024 - 4:47am
Vote for your favorite standout performer from the past week of high school boys soccer action.

Brewers rookie comes up big in rally to avoid elimination in Game 2 against the Mets

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 10:17pm
The teams will play a decisive Game 3 on Thursday night. Here's what stood out as Milwaukee delivered its latest magic trick of the season.

3 things that stood out in Wisconsin volleyball’s milestone win

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 9:51pm
The Badgers made quick work of Rutgers to improve to 2-1 in the Big Ten.

Polzin: What I liked and didn't like from Brewers' Game 2 NL Wild Card win over Mets

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 9:41pm
Milwaukee rallied in the bottom of the eighth to avoid a season-ending loss. Here are columnist Jim Polzin's initial impressions.

What's Jordan Love’s vibe? ‘I like where my knee’s at,’ the Packers quarterback says

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 9:07pm
Love’s mood and minimal concern said more than either of his three-word replies did Wednesday, but here's what he did have to say about where he's at in his recovery.

Having hit ‘rock bottom,’ kicker Brayden Narveson knows Packers' patience running thin

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 8:23pm
GM Brian Gutekunst, having already admitted he’s more impatient than he should be with specialists, brought in two kickers for workouts Tuesday. Here's how Narveson is reacting to the challenge.

Former Madison area stars turn heads with Iowa women's basketball

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 7:46pm
Here's an update on a pair of former Madison area girls basketball stars in their new home in the Big Ten.

New-look Big Ten at forefront of 'unreal time' for women's basketball

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 7:06pm
Women's college basketball set numerous viewership and attendance records last season. The Big Ten is home to some of the sport's most recognizable players.

Madison College announces three finalists in search for president

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 7:00pm
Current MATC president Jack E. Daniels III is retiring in January after more than 11 years leading the school, which is also known as Madison College.

Local digest for Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 6:22pm
Man killed in crash was from Illinois

Candidate Q&A: Assembly District 37

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 5:30pm
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The primary is Aug. 13.

'Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin' business contest is down to eight finalist

Wed, 10/02/2024 - 3:36pm
More than 130 products were nominated for the ninth annual contest aimed at highlighting the state’s manufacturing industry.

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