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Fatal police encounters rise in Wisconsin
Wisconsin leads the Midwest in rate of deadly encounters with police. That’s a reversal from just a few years ago.
Madison's Black Business Hub: 'We've needed this forever'
Anybody interested in leasing office or kitchen space at the Black Business Hub can complete a questionnaire on the Urban League website, ulgm.org.
Dr. Zorba Paster: Don't suffer from Medical Hubris
This is a cautionary tale on being too proud.
5 things to know about Wisconsin football's first 2024 opponent, Western Michigan
Rejoice, Badgers fans: It's now Wisconsin football game week. Here's what to know about their first 2024 opponent, which includes a former Verona standout.
Pollinators are essential to producing the food we eat -- Margaret Schroeder
Generally speaking, most people enjoy eating. In particular demand these days are leafy green vegetables and fruit.
Respect for elections would end shortage of poll workers -- John Finkler
In his recent column, "Require people to work the polls," former Wisconsin Republican Congressman Scott Klug brought much-needed attention to our current election-related worker problems.
Stop campaign mudslinging and stick to the issues -- Dan Johnson
"Let he who is free of sin cast the first stone." These words spoken by Jesus meant that only those who are faultless have the right to pass judgment upon others.
Americas adversaries want Donald Trump to win election -- Brian Berninger
Russia and China have an established history of trying to undermine our country. They are also generally regarded as being among the most powerful countries.
Catchphrases hide biological truth that abortion is wrong -- Patrick Hardyman
I am reading the book "A Declaration of Dependence" by the late Archbishop Fulton Sheen. It was first published in 1941 by Bruce Publishing Company out of Milwaukee and again by Sophia Institute Press in 2022. I want to share…
Abraham Lincoln would be RINO for today's MAGA Republicans -- Kerry Kittel
Republican presidents once embraced progressive change.
Renters will pay for Madison's misguided referendum -- Craig Schultz
When it comes to raising property taxes in Madison, it will be the renters who are going to lose the most.
Madison's inability to accept reality created budget crisis -- Greg Mythes
Reality surrounds us, and yet our city of Madison leaders argue about it.
Effort to colonize Mars would be a pure science fantasy -- Arthur Eggert
I began studying college physics in 1958. I have a Ph.D. in analytical chemistry and spent 41 years as a faculty member at UW-Madison. Colonizing Mars is a fantasy.
Broken two-party system has a stranglehold on our nation -- Aaron Bock
If anyone needed proof that the Republicans and Democrats care about party over country, you now have it.
Radical Tim Walz is hardly a Midwestern moderate -- Dennis Lee
The left is trying to portray vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz as a Midwestern moderate. He is anything but.
Democrats should get serious about climate change -- David Knuti
It grieves me that the climate crisis seems to be on the back burner in yet another major campaign. Once again it is a year of massive wildfires, record heatwaves and unseasonable violent storms. And insurance rates are skyrocketing in…
Why Matt LaFleur is standing by decision to sit Packers’ starters in preseason finale
A clandestine practice on Friday helped the Green Bay coach feel more comfortable about changing course on preparations for the regular-season opener in São Paulo, Brazil.
Jake Bauers leads the charge as Brewers secure series victory in Oakland
Willy Adames, Rhys Hoskins and Garrett Mitchell also delivered at the plate as Milwaukee won its second straight in its final trip to the Coliseum.
Where things stand in these 5 position battles after Packers close preseason with a win
Here's a look at where five key position battles stand in the wake of Saturday’s win over the Baltimore Ravens in Green Bay's final preseason contest of the season.
3 things that stood out from the Packers' preseason finale vs. Ravens
The kicking competition did not shake itself out during the Packers' blowout win Saturday. Here's what we learned.