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UW-Madison's engineering building is on track again after state delayed funding
The state's Building Commission initially denied UW system's request to reallocate millions in underspent state funds to the Madison project.
Sun Prairie police seek vehicle tied to October homicide
Sun Prairie police are asking for the public's help in tracking down a vehicle they say may be tied to an October 18 homicide.
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Kohl's Corp. to close 27 stores as struggling retailer looks to improve profits, sales
The Menomonee Falls-based chain has posted 11 consecutive quarters of sales declines and is about to get a new CEO.
Wisconsin State Journal readers have given more than $323,000 for children's toys at Christmas
Since 1918, the Empty Stocking Club has provided Christmas toys to children in families in need in the greater Madison area.
Madison police increasing patrols near middle school after suspicious activity
Madison police have put extra patrols in place on the Southwest side after multiple students at a middle school there reported being offered rides by strangers while walking to school.
Abundant Life resumes classes for the first time since Madison school shooting
Principal Doug Butler outlined changes in a video message to the Abundant Life community posted Thursday on YouTube.
Teen gets 8 years in prison for shooting woman in Beloit on Christmas 2023
Judge Ashley Morse also sentenced Jahmir Smith, who turned 18 today, to eight years of extended supervision after his prison term ends.
Ice arena plan good for young people, recreation and taxpayers in Madison | Pat Goss and Tracy Burrus
Hartmeyer and Madison ice arenas are community assets treasured by generations
Holiday Fantasy in Lights' donations were down, but traffic was steady, organizer said
The number of people who visit the free light display soared during the pandemic and hasn't dropped.
Wisconsin newspapers honor students for editorials, cartoons about free speech
18 win recognition, prize money in Wisconsin Civics Games Editorial Writing and Cartoon Contest
Cadence Breitbach: Don't take free speech for granted
I was 9 years old when I found out my personal narrative had won a young authors contest. I remember being excited and proud of my work. And when I attended the workshops and fun activities that served as the…
Hands on Wisconsin: Joe Biden thinks he could have won election
During one of his last interviews as president, Joe Biden said he could have won the election if he'd stayed in the race. He claimed polls supported his position but refused to share the data with anyone. That's laughable.
Packers’ injury picture looking up: Evan Williams ready for return, Jordan Love practices in full
This pair of players looking healthy enough to play Sunday bodes well for the chances in the first round of the playoffs.
The replacements: How the Packers hope to fill their passing game void created by Christian Watson’s season-ending knee injury
Who's going to step up for the passing game in the place of the injured receiver?
The 3 most likely outcomes of the Xavier Lucas vs. Wisconsin football transfer portal battle
Examining what the endgames might be for the corner and the team as they clash regarding his ability to enter the transfer portal.
Training sessions prove 'motivating' for this in-state Wisconsin wrestling recruit
The Badgers will have a familiar face joining them in 2026 from not too far down the road of Madison's campus.
Global world needs one big worldwide time zone | Richard S. Russell
The letter to the editor "Making daylight saving time permanent is safer" last Sunday recommended switching to daylight saving time permanently.
Liberal arts education still teaches very valuable skills | Elena Levy-Navarro
Instead of the traditional New Year’s resolution, this year I’m making a wish list. At the top of my wish list is a much-needed sea change in our country’s monolithic educational system.
Democrats now serve faculty lounge instead of factory floor | Dennis Carlson
Monday's State Journal had two opinions about the future of the Democratic Party. The one by Dan Turrentine, "Democrats need new leaders, clear agenda for resurgence," was insightful. The one by T. J. Rooney, "Trump chaos, GOP conflict will help…






