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4 observations from Wisconsin football's 14th training camp practice

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 1:51pm
A player who changed positions is making plays, another returning from injury is providing a boost, and more from Badgers training camp.

Driver, 73, faces 2nd OWI after hitting pedestrian on North Side, Madison police say

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 12:35pm
The driver had open intoxicants in his vehicle and was not able to perform standardized field sobriety tests, Madison police said.

Goodman Pool closes after glass found in shallow end

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 12:15pm
Goodman Pool could close for the rest of the season after a piece of glass was found in the shallow end, the city of Madison said.

Verona arts hub to hold fundraiser Friday, on track to open in 2025

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 12:09pm
A nonprofit that's turning an historic Verona building that once housed a charter school into a regional arts hub is eying an opening date in early 2025.

Emmy-winning actress Gena Rowlands, Wisconsin native who attended UW-Madison, dies at 94

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 11:45am
Rowlands, who also earned an honorary Oscar in 2015, is probably best known to younger fans for starring in "The Notebook" as the older version of Rachel McAdams' character.

Madison man charged with illegally possessing machine gun, other firearms, authorities say

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 11:40am
The man allegedly possessed a Glock 20 with an illegal machine gun conversion device that converts a semi-automatic handgun into a fully functioning machine gun

Man arrested after hitting family member in head with baseball bat on South Side, Madison police say

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 10:40am
The man who was hit was taken to a local hospital, but the extent of his injuries was not provided.

'Hard to imagine' Wisconsin hockey games at Wrigley Field, but they're coming

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 10:10am
The Badgers hockey teams will play a doubleheader in Chicago as part of highly anticipated games against top league opponents.

With DNC in Chicago, Kamala Harris to travel north to Milwaukee Tuesday

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 10:02am
Harris' visit comes as Wisconsin Democrats find a newfound level of enthusiasm after she moved to the top of the ticket.

Hands on Wisconsin: Ukraine's military incursion stings Russia right in the Kursk

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 7:10am
In a surprise move, Ukraine's forces stormed into Russian territory, and now occupy hundreds of square miles of land.

Food review: Ken's Meats & Deli in Monona will put a smile on your face

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 6:40am
The butcher shop and specialty store is a throwback to an earlier time and carries lots of products to get you through the day.

Polzin: Competition, frustration, belief result of Wisconsin quarterback 'competition'

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 6:00am
It seemed like a clear-cut decision for the Badgers to name a starting quarterback and only a charade of a competition.

Tony Evers urges federal judge not to make changes at Wisconsin youth prison after counselor's death

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 5:55am
Lincoln Hills-Copper Lake, Wisconsin's only youth prison, has been plagued by allegations of staff-on-inmate abuse, including excessive use of pepper spray, restraints and strip searches.

New Madison charter school would teach skilled trades, personal finance

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 5:50am
"What we're really after with all of this is attacking the cycle of poverty," said real estate developer John McKenzie, who is helping lead the effort.

Political ads reflect poorly on candidates -- Tom Andres

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 5:00am
Our state and country are facing a challenge to our basic principles. I am disgusted with the political commercials that disrespect and show no dignity for others.

Don't let Sauk County Board give away our nursing home -- Tom Kriegl

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 5:00am
The Sauk County skilled-nursing home is a modern, well-maintained, five-star-rated facility that was opened in late 2009 at a cost of about $15 million. It could cost about $30 million to recreate it today.

Donald Trump shows he isn't mentally fit to serve as president -- Jeff Virchow

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 5:00am
Donald Trump’s ramblings during his press conferences should prompt reservations about the wisdom of putting this man back into the the office of president of the United States.

5 things to know about the Packers’ 15th practice of training camp

Thu, 08/15/2024 - 4:13am
Second-year cornerback Carrington Valentine missed two weeks of camp but was cleared for individual work Thursday.

Brewers set aside slow start to surge past Dodgers

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 10:59pm
Milwaukee trailed by three runs after the first inning in its matchup with fellow division leader Los Angeles on Wednesday night.

Packers running back has growth, not to get revenge, on his mind

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 6:45pm
Emanuel Wilson was cut by the Denver Broncos. He'll face his former team this weekend in Green Bay's second preseason game.

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