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5 questions with Oregon boys hockey's Easton Lindert

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 4:03pm
The Panthers' senior thrives as a well-rounded player and on-ice distributor. Meet Oregon's Easton Lindert.

Abundant Life fund surpasses $560,000

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 3:15pm
This week, Fitchburg Farms will donate 15% of the plants and flowers ordered using its fundraiser form.

Beloit police make arrest in Monday homicide

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 2:08pm
A Beloit man was arrested Friday in a homicide that happened earlier in the week.

Popular snowy owl seen in New Glarus has died

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 12:20pm
The bird quickly captured the attention of bird enthusiasts around the state and became the subject of countless social media posts and nature photoshoots.

Madison police cite 206 for underage drinking at the Nitty Gritty

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 11:55am
Most of those cited had fake IDs, had consumed alcohol or admitted to using the establishment as a bar.

Regents compromise on giving UW system president more power to appoint top leaders

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 11:45am
The Board of Regents previously rejected President Jay Rothman's request to have almost unilateral authority to appoint vice presidents.

Hands on Wisconsin: Elon Musk replaces Uncle Sam

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 10:55am
President Donald Trump has granted the world's richest man nearly unfettered access to the federal government. It's more than a little nerve-wracking that Elon Musk's team could have to access classified information and the sensitive personal data of every American…

Unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court rules Meagan Wolfe can stay on as state's top election official

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 9:13am
Wolfe faced increased GOP scrutiny following the state's 2020 presidential election and the Republican-controlled state Senate voted in 2023 to fire her, prompting the lawsuit.

It's the end of the 'A' era for Wisconsin license plates. Say hello to 'B'

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 8:00am
Wisconsin has run through more than 4.7 million license plate character combinations the start with "A" and is switching over plates that start with "B."

The Humane Society took in 10 dogs and 43 cats Monday. Now what?

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 7:35am
Some are available for adoption.

30 great ideas for your Madison-area weekend

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 6:40am
Winter festivals, Lunar New Year, loads of theater — get ready for a weekend packed with fun.

Trump's tariffs could raise price of Universities of Wisconsin building projects

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 6:20am
Construction companies will start bidding on two UW projects in March, just as the postponement of tariffs on Canadian and Mexican tariffs is set to expire.

To our readers: Thanks for your patience as we work through technical problems

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 6:15am
We know our recent technical problems have been frustrating. Our dedicated team of designers and editors have been working nonstop to produce the printed newspaper and online E-edition.

7 breakout boys swimmers to watch heading into the postseason

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 6:03am
Whether it's been gradually or all of a sudden, Madison area swimmers have impressed with plunging times this season. Here are seven to watch heading into the postseason.

Polzin: How Andy Reid made more than a 'Tiny' impression on a Wisconsin football's new OC

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 5:37am
Long before the Kansas City Chiefs coach was winning Super Bowls on a regular basis, he was a young offensive line coach at UTEP. That's where he met Jeff Grimes.

3 notes on Wisconsin men's basketball and Iowa since their most recent matchup

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 5:03am
The Badgers had a historic offensive performance the last time they faced the Hawkeyes. Here are a few notes on storylines that have stood out since that matchup.

Dane County bears responsibility for airport mismanagement | Chuck Vetzner

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 5:00am
The Wisconsin State Journal report on Dane County Regional Airport director Kim Jones was very discouraging.

How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Iowa

Fri, 02/07/2025 - 4:37am
How to tune in as the Badgers travel for the first of their back-to-back road games.

Joy R. Newcomb

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 11:00pm
April 28, 1925 - January 11, 2025

Split decision: While legendary Packers receiver gets his ‘Hall’ pass, ex-coach has to wait

Thu, 02/06/2025 - 10:33pm
Three decades after his NFL playing career ended far too early, the former Green Bay star wideout finally got the call to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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