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Former President Donald Trump went to Arlington National Cemetery for a photo op that violated federal law to help erase our memory of him calling our fallen soldiers and prisoners of war such as the late Sen. John McCain "suckers"…

For high-level athletes, choosing a college requires balancing their long-term academic and career goals with their athletic aspirations.

Tuesday's letter to the editor "Photo op at cemetery was insulting and sad" claimed former President Donald Trump had "not one ounce of consideration, sensitivity, humility or thoughtfulness."

The Badgers hope to avoid their worst start in 40 years against an opponent they have dominated lately. Here's what to know and how to tune in.

The Badgers have struggled to start the season but of no fault for reigning national player of the year Sarah Franklin, who isn't 100% yet.

A winless week against tough competition has shown growth of the highly regarded recruit directing the Badgers' offense, Kelly Sheffield said.

The Packers and Eagles have released their final injury reports. Here's what to watch before the season kicks off.

Fans who purchased personalized bricks now face a different choice after a push forced Wisconsin to reverse course on its plans.

Four themes have emerged of Jeff Hafley's new system that has largely been kept behind closed doors. A tough test awaits in the season opener.

One of the authors is Barbara McQuade, who will talk with Madison author David Maraniss about her book, "Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America."

But the school shooting in Georgia "is not necessarily something that we need to politicize in this way locally," School Board Treasurer Ali Muldrow said.

The Sheriff's Office said it was told on Aug. 23 of the outdoor growing operation at a rural home about 4 miles south of Belleville.

"I don't know if you know why you did what you did," a judge said. "You're going to have a lot of time to think about it."

As ridership expands throughout the state, officials are concerned about an increase in fatal crashes this year that could surpass the 32 fatal crashes in 2023.

The law is intended to prevent one candidate from freezing out challengers then later dropping out and endorsing their chosen replacement.

Monona police pursued the vehicle because there was little to no traffic and other favorable factors, Chief Brian Chaney said.

The new facility triples the research space, keeps more services in state and creates practical, comfortable spaces for students, professors and their animal patients.

"Instead of looking for ways that we can reduce, it's ways that we can continue to support what's working," the new superintendent said.

The woman never got into the actual donkey enclosure, Deputy Zoo Director Joseph Darcangelo told Madison police.

The driver has an extensive criminal history, and the passenger was wanted on a Menominee County warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia, Monona police said.