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Clinton Foundation tackles noble causes -- Owen Hoitomt

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 6:00pm
I have seen multiple articles insinuate possible ethics issues associated with the Clinton Foundation, but I never see anything on what exactly the Clinton Foundation is set up to do.

Justice Prosser isn't a victim -- Lisa Subeck

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 6:00pm
Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser lamenting nasty, big-money judicial campaigns is an example of hypocrisy at its worst. Prosser’s own actions are part of the problem, and he is clearly not a victim.

Call off the hounds in north woods -- Bill Stokes

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 6:00pm
Wisconsin is the only state that allows so-called bear hunters to "train" their hounds by running them through the woods in the summer.

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Sun, 08/28/2016 - 6:00pm
Put senators on video to save money

Prep girls golf: State golfers eager for Crusade Fore a Cure tournament Monday

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 6:00pm
The girls golf tournament benefits the Susan G, Komen Foundation. The event begins at noon today at Maple Bluff Country Club.

Badgers football: Miserable 2015 has Wisconsin's Corey Clement focused on season, not NFL

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 5:00pm
Corey Clement’s final fall camp with the University of Wisconsin football team was quite different than the one before it, when Clement was openly discussing his hopes to follow Melvin Gordon and enter the NFL draft a year early.

Despite strong public support, no change in Wisconsin on gun background checks

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 5:00pm
On a Sunday afternoon nearly four years ago, Elvin Daniel was in his garden when he got a call from police: His sister, Zina Haughton, had been shot at work.

Around Town: Organizers of Drew It Up pay tribute to hip hop

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 4:35pm
"The way the event was drawn out on paper was beautiful," Zhalarina Sanders, the director of the JVN Project, said.

Department stores hope to recapture appeal, be destinations

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 4:30pm
NEW YORK — Department stores trying to recapture their appeal to consumers are making plans to provide more experiences like spas and restaurants, and offer exclusive selections to transforms the store into more of a destination.

Boys cross country outlook: The race for the Big Eight Conference title will be one for the ages

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 4:12pm
One Big Eight coach called the talent-packed conference the toughest in the state in any sport.

Prep cross country: Gus Newcomb and his Middleton teammates are shooting for the stars this year

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 4:02pm
After leading the Cardinals to a fifth-place team finish at state last year, Newcomb wants Middleton to win it all this fall.

5 times you shouldn’t refinance your mortgage

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 3:30pm
Refinancing your mortgage can save you a lot of money in interest and lower your monthly payment — when the numbers makes sense, that is.

Just Ask Us: What's the purpose of the whistle at Memorial Union?

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 3:30pm
The steam whistle's sound is a signal for sailors to return to shore.

Lease options growing for smart phones

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 3:00pm
LOS ANGELES — For years, flip phones, stick phones and lower-end smartphones — not iPhones and other top-of-the-line models — were Gary Fuentes’ bestsellers.

Carey, Clara L.

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 2:30pm
MADISON - Clara L. Carey, age 85, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016. A funeral service will be held at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison, on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016, at 11 a.m. A visitation will be…

Carr, David A.

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 2:30pm
FITCHBURG - David A. Carr, age 62, passed away on Thursday Aug. 25. 2016, in Fitchburg. A full obituary will be in Wednesday's edition. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Randall, Carol Ann "Annie"

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 2:30pm
BARABOO - Carol Ann Randall, 69, of Baraboo, known to family and friends as "Annie," passed away on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016. Born in Lodi on May 21, 1947, to Alvin and Anna (Kordik) Eckardt, Annie graduated with a music…

Spencer, Carol A.

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 2:30pm
MAZOMANIE - Carol A. Spencer, age 60, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Mazomanie on Friday Aug. 26, 2016. She was born Oct. 5, 1955, to the late Orville "Chet" and Ruth "Arlene" (Rose) Tanner. She married Leonard D.…

Executive Q&A: Memorial Pet Services

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 2:00pm
Last week Mark Meinholz, president of Memorial Pet Services in Middleton, attended a three-day training in Chicago hosted by the Pet Loss Professionals Alliance (PLPA) that he needs to maintain his certification. For the last 10 years, Meinholz has cremated…

How big box stores look to hook college students — for life

Sun, 08/28/2016 - 11:15am
CHICAGO — It’s back-to-college season, which means retailers are battling to equip as many of America’s freshmen with laptops, futons and minifridges as they can. In the flood of deals and discounts, some have their eyes on a bigger prize:…

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