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Madison's building permit process can take over a year. Some suburbs take longer
A new study finds that Madison's reputation as a hard place to do development is a mix of myth and reality.
For man who found body in chimney 35 years ago, positive ID offers 'sense of closure'
"We all knew that the decedent was part of a family of someone somewhere," Steve Liethen said.
Open Jim: Why isn’t Wisconsin football playing Alabama under the lights?
BadgerExtra columnist Jim Polzin answers readers questions in his mailbag.
Former D-II, D-III head coach joins Wisconsin men's basketball staff
The Badgers rounded out their coaching staff following the departure of former assistant Dean Oliver.
Madison is a boon for housing developers, but they decry excessive hurdles
"The community needs an honest conversation about population growth and what that means," Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway said.
Madison's housing crisis is a national extreme
The city, the 82nd-most populous in the United States, sits atop national lists for multi-family housing demand, price increases and new young residents per capita.
Woman arrested after driving through school parking lots at high speed, Iowa County authorities say
After multiple interviews, investigators determined there were no gunshots, but a loud disturbance did take place with an “out-of-control” female, who was later arrested.
Dane County Breakfast on the Farm in DeForest on June 8
The event has been held for 45 years at a local farm, with thousands of visitors enjoying a hearty meal and encouraged to learn where their food comes from.
Man faces third OWI after 3-vehicle crash on South Side, Madison police say
Marijuana and brass knuckles were found inside the driver's vehicle, Madison police said.
Janesville police investigating after body found Tuesday
At about 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, officers were sent to the area of Humes Road and Kennedy Road for a body found near the railroad by railroad staff, Janesville police said.
Packers made splashy free-agent moves, but sneaky smart signings are seen as especially key
The Green Bay coaching staff is thrilled with the players the team inked to minimum-salary deals to keep doing the thankless-but-important work they do on special teams.
It's Reserve Best in Show at Westminster for Mercedes and her Edgerton handler
Kaleef Mercedes, a 4-year-old female handled by Kent Boyles, falls to a miniature poodle at the prestigious event.
Young Germans warn of future that echoes their history -- Ron Kind, Cheri Bustos, Fred Upton
Young people overseas are paying close attention to American politics, and they are concerned — not only about us, but about the impact on them as well.
Hands on Wisconsin: Supreme Court could bring ballot drop boxes back from the dead
The liberals in charge of the Wisconsin Supreme Court appear poised to reinstate ballot drop boxes across the state. This comes after the last Supreme Court, with a conservative majority, outlawed the receptacles which can make voting easier for some…
Competition, camaraderie and development stick with Wisconsin football commits after visits
Several future Badgers visited multiple times with each being unique. From the sights to the sounds, here's what they experienced.
Coach named for new Sun Prairie West boys and girls wrestling program
The 2024-25 school year will mark the first season that Sun Prairie West has a standalone wrestling program. Here's who will helm the girls and boys teams.
'Already bought in': How a 3-point shooter met her match with Wisconsin women's basketball
The latest Badgers transfer commitment left her hometown of Pittsburgh and within minutes established a connection to Madison.
5 high school girls track and field stars: May 15 edition
Big Eight conference champions headline this week's girls track and field stars. Vote for your favorite standout performer.
Letting Donald Trump win in November won't lead to peace in the Middle East -- Susan Swoboda
The situation in Gaza is disturbing. I’m frustrated that President Joe Biden isn’t moving faster to create an acceptable and peaceful solution.
Elitist fundraising event doesn't belong in a free public park -- Jay Ford
The Picnic in the Park to benefit the Madison Parks Foundation will occur Saturday at Rennebohm Park in Madison. This seemed like a really great event, until I saw the price tag of $200 per plate. That's way too much…