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Let women lead the way for lasting peace in Middle East -- Boyd Rossing
We are tragically witnessing a horrific conflict in Palestine. This trauma has sparked protests on U.S. college campuses.
Joe Parisi deserves praise for county conservation efforts -- Bill Lunney and Judie Pfeifer
As Joe Parisi retires as our Dane County executive, we should express our deep thanks for his work for over a decade successfully managing our complex county government.
Americans demand consistency from our Supreme Court -- John P. Roberts
Americans deserve consistency from our U.S. Supreme Court.
We must learn to compromise to solve crisis in Gaza -- Dennis B. Appleton
The recent spate of campus protests over the situation in Gaza has divided people into various groups that are often hostile toward one another.
Free-for-all debates without rules have no value for voters -- Mark K. Allen
I do not care if presidential debates are held before the 2024 election. The purpose of such debates was to inform the voter on the candidates' positions on issues, and that goal is no longer being met. Instead, recent presidential…
Protesting is a right that comes with great responsibilities -- Catherine Mays
I support your right to protest, and I hope you support and respect that you live in a country where people died for you to have that right.
No one hurt by fire at East Side building that displaced resident and pets
The fire, which caused $25,000 in damages, may have been caused by a cat jumping onto the stovetop, which has a flat-surface touch pad to control the burners.
Brewers' late-game rally can't overcome power-hitting Cubs
Milwaukee nearly completed a comeback from a 5-0 deficit on Saturday at Wrigley Field.
DOJ: Mount Horeb shooter brought pellet gun to school
The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation has launched its investigation into the death of an 8th grade Mt. Horeb Middle School student who was shot by police after bringing a pellet gun to school Wednesday.
UW-Madison reading program to highlight book on disability in 2024-25
"A combination memoir, essay collection and call to action," the book follows Taussig's everyday life and challenges with accessibility.
Now retired, Joe Parisi appraises reforms and limits of Dane County's justice system
"The way that county government is set up, there's not one person in charge of all these different aspects of the criminal justice system," Parisi said. "We really need cooperation."
Voter-funded security upgrades credited for preventing further tragedy in Mount Horeb school shooting
Superintendent Steve Salerno said the district used money from a $38.5 million capital referendum to update schools, install bullet resistant glass and build new, more secure school entrances.
In writings online, Mount Horeb shooter had 'Columbine addiction,' referenced May 1
In his online presence, the teenager showed racist beliefs and called an AR-15 "beautiful."
3 key questions facing Wisconsin football following spring practices
Wisconsin football has things to figure out this summer. Here's a look at some of the pressing questions facing the program as it takes a bit of time off.
Experiencing ‘an extreme high,’ Packers rookies get to work for first time
The practice at Lambeau Field took place six days after the conclusion of the NFL Draft.
Brewers rally in first meeting with their former manager
Milwaukee traveled to Chicago and got the best of Craig Counsell's team Friday at Wrigley Field.
Dane County Board chair nominates Erin Welsh to fill board vacancy
Welsh describes her top issues for the 7th District as affordable housing, mental health and crisis intervention, protecting parks and sustaining natural resources.
Garding Against Cancer signature event comes together amid wild Wisconsin men's basketball offseason
Garding Against Cancer signature event is the largest in a host of events for the Badgers coach's cancer research foundation, and it continues to grow as the offseason gets busier.
Madison Fire Department parts ways with firefighter accused of selling cocaine at station
The Fire Department has secured a "formal separation agreement" with firefighter Trevor Wiggins, who is facing felony drug trafficking charges.
Man sentenced to 8 years in prison for South Side shooting
The shooting happened last year in the 2900 block of Coho Street.