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Brewers offense goes dark in Miami as Marlins starter comes out on top in pitching duel
In a fast-paced contest that lasted less than two hours, Milwaukee managed just four hits. Here's how the Brewers wrapped up their three-game stay in Miami.
Most, perhaps all, Madison schools to reopen Thursday
Parents of students at Crestwood and Stephens elementary schools were to be notified by 6 a.m. Thursday if power had been restored and classes would be in session.
Ticks, cicadas and mosquitoes — what to expect this summer
Warming winters and the early emergence of summer-like temperatures are affecting insect populations, experts say.
Madison City Council OKs new owner for Housing First facilities, funds for Breese Stevens
The council signed off on agreements and financial support for nonprofit Cinnaire Solutions to take over two Far West Side properties for homeless people that have fallen into financial trouble.
In latest spat over state funds, Gov. Evers calls on Republicans to release branch campus aid
Evers' request is the latest clash between the Democratic governor and GOP-controlled Legislature over funds that have yet to be released by the budget committee.
Live update: Madison School District decides whether to hold evening activities; plus, latest recovery efforts
The Madison area awoke to a mess Wednesday. Here's what we're hearing from some of you.
About 11,000 remain without power in Madison's largest outage in decades
Crews are still assessing the damage from Tuesday's storm, which could take days to resolve in some areas.
Madison City Council spares 3 State Street buildings from hail mary demolition try
JD McCormick Properties has now twice failed to get a permit to tear down three buildings next to Lisa Link Peace Park.
'It doesn't get any better' for Wisconsin men's basketball assistant returning to home state
Greg Gard said he wants his staff to evolve with an ever-changing college basketball landscape. Here's why a familiar face was his choice.
Wisconsin DNR investigating manure spill that caused mile-long fish kill in Monroe County
DNR officials said they didn't have an estimate of how much manure has been spilled but drinking water supplies shouldn't be affected.
Hands on Wisconsin: Donald Trump is obviously worse than inflation
Many Americans are concerned about inflation and the rising cost of goods. This issue is often cited as the most important problem facing voters ahead of the 2024 election.
Spongy moths' return threatens trees after Wisconsin's record defoliation last year
"When you have hundreds or thousands of these caterpillars on a tree, obviously you can have millions across the larger areas," the DNR's Mike Hillstrom said.
Madison West looks within the district for new boys basketball coach
Drew Slempkes has learned from coaches such as Bo Ryan, Howard Moore and Steve Collins.
Southside Elementary teachers, staff outline alleged culture of bullying and retaliation at school
A group of current and former teachers have filed a complaint, which they discussed with the Wisconsin State Journal earlier this month.
A prairie, hiking trails and QR codes help invigorate rural Dane County church
A legacy fund created to expand the cemetery and maintain Vermont Lutheran Church grew beyond expectations and has helped grow church attendance.
Why Verona's top-100 recruit is sticking with Iowa women's basketball after 'shocking' retirement
The Hawkeyes made the national championship game in consecutive seasons. The coaching change caused a "rollercoaster of emotions" for the State Journal's player of the year.
Open Jim: Has Greg Gard’s Badgers men's basketball staff become too Wisconsin-centric?
BadgerExtra columnist Jim Polzin answers a question from a reader in his mailbag.
Madison needs careful planning to remain a livable city -- Peter Gascoyne
Madison is a blessed city in a beautiful location. We’re in a housing crisis for a reason. We have a vibrant diverse economy, thanks largely to the presence of the university. And we all live in a community strongly deserving…
We can't be silent about the danger Donald Trump poses to democracy -- Barbara Roeber
With just a brief six months until we elect a president for the next four years, many of us are terrified about what could happen to the United States if Donald Trump were to be elected.
Vote for President Joe Biden is a vote to preserve democracy -- Sanee Bonnell
The November 2024 presidential election will not be a normal election, and the Republican candidate for president is not a normal presidential candidate.