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"What we're really after with all of this is attacking the cycle of poverty," said real estate developer John McKenzie, who is helping lead the effort.

Our state and country are facing a challenge to our basic principles. I am disgusted with the political commercials that disrespect and show no dignity for others.

The Sauk County skilled-nursing home is a modern, well-maintained, five-star-rated facility that was opened in late 2009 at a cost of about $15 million. It could cost about $30 million to recreate it today.

Donald Trump’s ramblings during his press conferences should prompt reservations about the wisdom of putting this man back into the the office of president of the United States.

Second-year cornerback Carrington Valentine missed two weeks of camp but was cleared for individual work Thursday.

Milwaukee trailed by three runs after the first inning in its matchup with fellow division leader Los Angeles on Wednesday night.

Emanuel Wilson was cut by the Denver Broncos. He'll face his former team this weekend in Green Bay's second preseason game.

There are signs in some swing states that those behind third-party candidates are trying to affect the outcome of the presidential race by using deceptive means.

The high turnout was likely buoyed by several factors, including two constitutional amendments proposing limits to the governor's control over how federal funds are spent in the state.

Other area school districts are still mulling asking voters for more money. Districts have until Aug. 27 to place resolutions on the Nov. 5 ballot.

Wisconsin football's offensive coordinator confirmed who is seen as the starting quarterback, but here's what else stood out from his time with reporters Wednesday.

On November 28, the man, 20, and two other men disrupted a student organization meeting in the Humanities building, making racist and profane comments and threatening people in multiple rooms.

A senior lineman is starting to peak, a veteran running back's healthy, the tight ends' roles are expanding and more from Wednesday's practice.

Several letters to the editor have discussed U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin’s support for basing the F-35 fighter jets in Madison.

Seven incumbent legislators lost in the primaries, including Republican Reps. Janel Brandtjen, Peter Schmidt, Michael Schraa and Donna Rozar and Democratic Reps. LaKeisha Myers, Samba Baldeh and Jimmy Anderson.

Badgers offensive coordinator Phil Longo announced after practice Wednesday who would be leading Wisconsin's offense after an offseason battle.

The lawsuit asks a judge to declare unconstitutional state law that allows the Department of Transportation to nix plates “which may carry connotations offensive to good taste or decency."

The blood supply dropped by more than 25% since July 1, the Red Cross said.

Tuesday's primary gives the first look at how new legislative maps might play out in a statewide election.