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WASHINGTON — The Justice Department ordered federal prosecutors to investigate state or local officials who they believe are interfering with the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration, saying they could face criminal charges, according to a memo obtained by The Associated…

Ohio State’s run to its first national championship in a decade enabled the Buckeyes to dominate the Associated Press’ all-College Football Playoff team.

UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin touched on key issues facing college sports in her annual address to the Athletic Board.

The governor's State of the State address will include a request to spend $300 million on mental health services like peer-to-peer suicide prevention programs and expanded mental health training.

Vern Birrenkott sold appliances for 60 years on Williamson Street and at the corner of Atwood and Fair Oaks avenues.

The man contended the shutdown violated his constitutional rights and no longer believes peaceful protest is an option.

The demotion comes at a time when diversity, equity and inclusion positions are under increased scrutiny.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Donald W. Downing of Columbus was lost over Vietnam during an armed night reconnaissance mission.

It's only going to get harder to get a seat at the Williamson Street restaurant.

At about 6:40 a.m. Wednesday, emergency responders were sent to the injury crash at Highway 14 (Humes Road) and Deerfield Drive.

The cause of the fire has not been determined and estimated damages had not been determined.

Beloit, Sun Prairie jazz ensembles clinch a spot on the program for one of the world's great jazz orchestras.

At about 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, fire crews were sent to the 400 block of Franklin Street on a report of a fire at a four-unit apartment building.

Candidates in Wisconsin would be able to strike their names from the ballot by request without dying, as current law requires, under a bill two Republicans proposed on Tuesday.

Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States of America on Monday, and before the day was over, he had already signed executive orders that clearly violate the U.S. Constitution.

The 4,000-square-foot shelter features indoor and outdoor reservable areas, a prep kitchen, a room for gear rentals and public bathrooms.

Staffing shortages and low Medicaid reimbursements have led officials to view the facilities as fiscal challenges, but citizen groups are fighting to keep county ownership.

Kenny Guiton finally accomplished a career goal after a decade dalliance coaching another position. Here's what Badgers QBs are getting in their new leader.

Four Wisconsin football assistants spoke to reporters Tuesday as a critical 2025 offseason continues for the program. Here's what stood out.

The Badgers shot 51% from the field and 50% from 3, but were sunk by defense, rebounding and ball security in their loss.