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An 'Albanian connection' confuses opponents, 'brings a flair' to Stoughton boys soccer

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 6:37am
Vikings are using their natives language to communicate on the field, and incorporating others as part of their culture.

Madison restaurants growing on Wisconsin men's basketball newcomers

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 6:13am
A transfer and three freshmen, including Riccardo Greppi from Italy, weigh in on their favorite places to eat around town.

Mailbox or drop box: When it comes to delivering your ballot, what's the difference?

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:55am
While mailing an absentee ballot is secure and reliable, placing a ballot in a drop box puts it directly in the hands of election officials and guarantees same-day delivery.

As Wisconsin prisons crack down on drug smuggling, not even paper is safe

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:50am
On Saturday, a Waupun Correctional Institution employee was hospitalized and treated with Narcan after trying to intercept a drug-laden piece of paper being passed between two inmates.

'Watching greatness': How Packers safety Xavier McKinney is securing all these interceptions

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:40am
The Packers' safety has not had a game in which he hasn't intercepted a pass. Here are the factors that have led to his success.

Polzin: What do these 'freaks' have in store for Wisconsin football? We caught a glimpse vs. Purdue

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:37am
Multiple players in the Badgers' highly regarded 2024 recruiting class got a chance at extended duty in a blowout win. There's "more to come," running back Darrion Dupree said.

Pecking order ensures Wisconsin running backs are 'going in ready' when it's their time

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:13am
Badgers coach Luke Fickell wanted to more clearly define roles in the backfield. Here's what has changed for the running backs.

How teams try to challenge Wisconsin volleyball, one of the Big Ten's best passing teams

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:03am
The Badgers' passing is challenged routinely from a star hitter to a freshman. Here's how teams are targeting Wisconsin.

Support referendum and make state fund schools better -- LJ Meister

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:00am
More than 100 school districts in Wisconsin have referendums on the November ballot to pay for school expenses not covered by state funding.

Donald Trump isn't the law and order candidate in race | Peter Cannon

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:00am
Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt appeared at Donald Trump’s rally in Juneau on Sunday. In an interview he called Trump the law-and-order candidate and said that Trump supports law enforcement.

Constitutional amendment only feeds election misinformation -- Allen Pincus

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:00am
In November's election you will be asked if Wisconsin's constitution should be amended to provide that only a United States citizen may vote in Wisconsin elections. Seems reasonable, but looks can be deceiving.

Madison's high taxes and regulations drive up price of rent | Terrence R. Wall

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:00am
Phil Hands’ cartoon in Sunday's State Journal about the problem with developing new housing really hit the mark. Wow. Spot on.

Vote for Kamala Harris if you support truth and honesty | Alan Gold

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 5:00am
I keep reading and hearing people talk about which presidential candidate has a better tax or immigration policy, or whose foreign policy is best for America. But this election is not about policy, it is about the character of the…

5 high school boys cross country stars of the week: Oct. 11 edition

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 4:47am
From "the brains of the operation" to a series of personal bests, vote for your favorite in this week's Supernova poll.

5 high school girls cross country stars of the week: Oct. 11 edition

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 4:17am
Several area runners earned season bests in the past week of high school girls cross country action. Vote for your favorite notable performer.

Highway 151 shut down in Sun Prairie as police probe 'possible threat to life, property'

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 1:55am
Motorists traveling Highway 151 south late Thursday night and early Friday morning detoured in Sun Prairie due to a police investigation. Here's what we know.

How teams try to challenge Wisconsin volleyball, one of the Big Ten's best passing teams

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 12:00am
The Badgers' passing is challenged routinely from a star hitter to a freshman. Here's how teams are targeting Wisconsin.

Peeling back layers of Wisconsin's quarterback and how life changed when he became the starter (copy)

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 12:00am
A one on one conversation with Braedyn Locke sheds light on his decision not to enter the transfer portal and how he's adapted from backup to starter once again.

Can Wisconsin men's hockey find 'lightning in a bottle' again? Plus 3 more questions

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 12:00am
A smaller rink at the Kohl Center could change Badgers men's hockey games this season.

5 high school boys cross country stars of the week: Oct. 11 edition

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 12:00am
From "the brains of the operation" to a series of personal bests, vote for your favorite in this week's Supernova poll.

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