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Judge orders 14-year prison sentence for attempted homicide of Marshall cop
An attempt to steal liquor, then a fight with the clerk, led to the shooting as police chased the man on foot.
Southside Elementary parents file complaint to remove principal and assistant principal
The second complaint filed against the school's leaders in the last two months says the state of affairs at Southside is at an "epic level of untenability."
Wisconsin's NHL leading scorer ready to end playing career after 18 pro seasons
The former Badgers champion was an Olympian and had a long NHL career but the Stanley Cup was elusive.
Lone Girl Brewing is opening a Madison taproom with Roman-style pizza
The new location will serve Lone Girl beer and have a limited menu, including pizza not available in Waunakee.
Police in standoff with man who fired shots at officers in Janesville; public safety concerns over
After asking the public to avoid the area, Janesville police said shortly after noon that there are "no public safety concerns" and the incident is "under control."
Former Trump associates charged in Wisconsin fake elector plot
Attorney General Josh Kaul filed felony forgery charges against Wisconsin attorney Jim Troupis, Trump campaign adviser Kenneth Chesebro and former Trump campaign staffer Michael Roman.
These summer camps develop trades skills, with an eye on building kids' interest in those careers
The programs are meant to expose middle and high school students to skills and opportunities to learn trades and explore career opportunities.
In reversal, Scott Walker-appointed UW Regent says he will leave board
Regent Robert Atwell also praised the successor Gov. Tony Evers chose, Tim Nixon, saying he has a reputation of "clear thought and ethical conduct."
Proposed 'alcohol density' rule could stop new Madison liquor licenses by schools, parks and more
The proposal is the first effort in years to control where booze can be sold in Madison.
Packers' Rasheed Walker lends helping hand to his competition
The prospective starting offensive tackle is embracing the three lineman Green Bay selected in this year's NFL draft. He's also viewing the rookies as motivation to keep his job.
'Cicadapalooza' party set for Saturday in Lake Geneva
Visit Lake Geneva is hosting the event, scheduled for noon to 4 p.m. at the Lake Geneva Public Library.
Driver dies in crash near Mauston that left vehicle partially suspended from tree, authorities say
The one-vehicle crash on Highway G near the Lindina Town Hall was reported shortly before 5 p.m. Friday, the Juneau County Sheriff’s Office said.
Madison's new way to plan the city: What's in the area plans and why some residents are upset
Over the next 10 years, Madison is creating a framework for the entire city's development, from housing and future streets to sewers and parks.
Polzin: Inside how Wisconsin men's basketball is trying to make up for lost time in NIL
A changing landscape in college athletics led to the formation of the Sixth Man Society and “full-time fundraising” for Greg Gard and his staff.
How 2 Wisconsin runners have continued a successful pipeline from Australia
Two Badgers stars led the way for another pairing who hope to improve on their finishes at the NCAA track and field championships this week.
Google's AI summaries are a disservice to humanity -- Carol Phelps
As a teacher and parent, I am strongly against artificial intelligence summaries of any information by Google.
Donald Trump's legal ordeal felt like 1930s Stalinist show trial -- John A. Schrandt
A letter to the editor on Sunday told us, "We should trust fellow citizens on Trump's jury."
Neither elections and nor judicial jury trials are rigged -- Karin Frederick
I find it hard to believe that former President Donald Trump and "make America great again" Republicans claim elections are unfair and rigged. It seems they are now claiming that our judicial system, being judged by a jury of peers,…
Jury members take their civic duty very seriously -- Francis Pauc
The conviction of former President Donald Trump on 34 criminal charges by a Manhattan jury has caused an enormous uproar among the public.
School bus crash in Milwaukee sends 2 children to hospital, authorities say
The 34-year-old woman driving the SUV was cited for unsafe lane deviation, operating while suspended, and operating a motor vehicle without insurance, authorities said.