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Human trafficking rings are cracked through meticulous, time-consuming investigations, and the victims present additional challenges.

If there's racism in the Dane County criminal justice system, one example might be how long it's taking to improve the jail.

CHICAGO — If there has been any constant in the Republican worldview over decades, it’s that American strength, resolve and credibility are essential in foreign affairs, and weakness and uncertainty lead straight to disaster.

As you know, I’m a huge proponent of trying products before you make your purchase. However, not all products are available to try in stores. Fortunately, there are additional places in your community that have products to help you with…

Few, if any, NFL teams have the roster stability of the Green Bay Packers.

When Mark Tyler thinks about the future of Wisconsin’s economy, he worries there won’t be enough workers to keep it humming.

A long-time Madison design company and a UW-Madison startup win awards for their projects.

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Coming off his best outing of the season, Frank German endured his shortest outing Saturday night.

His power surge backs a strong outing by pitcher Zach Davies

This State Journal editorial ran on July 18, 1916:

This summer we are being exposed to what some describe as a triple threat. We need not be helpless or vulnerable.Wild parsnip, in red warning fonts, is described as a poisonous, invasive weed.

As a former Wisconsinite now living in northwestern Ontario and an avid Toronto Maple Leafs fan, it's hard to express in words the gesture of selflessness displayed by Madison's very own Phil Kessel in bringing the Stanley Cup to the…

The State Journal story about the rapid growth of homeless students in Madison public schools is quite alarming and will require unusually bold action if these kids are going to have any chance in life. The article detailed problems facing…

In response to the July 16 letter to the editor “Ban high-capacity assault computers,” the writer can start legitimately comparing computers to assault rifles when he can point his laptop, hit delete and kill someone across the room.

I feel strongly that congressional behavior toward President Barack Obama for the last eight years has assisted in making intolerance of black people acceptable.

In response to the July 17 letter to the editor "Income distribution is problem, not trade," I say that economic consideration is not the only basis on which our country should make international trade decisions.

The July 15 letter to the editor "Our country needs good parenting" was critical of Joe Robinson's July 9 column, "Why I won't bring my black sons to Madison." But the letter only looks at half of the parenting issue.

As we watch how today's society unfolds, we come to realize how cops sometimes make poor judgment calls. Strong emotions sometimes inhibit us from taking peaceful actions.

The Madison woman who was charged in Sept. with first-degree reckless homicide for the death of her adopted daughter in 2007 plead guilty to reduced charges Wednesday -- three weeks ahead of a previously scheduled court appearance.

MADISON - Todd Laylan, age 56, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 23, 2016. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will appear at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.