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4 observations from Wisconsin football's 13th training camp practice

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 2:07pm
A senior lineman is starting to peak, a veteran running back's healthy, the tight ends' roles are expanding and more from Wednesday's practice.

Don't give Tammy Baldwin a pass on airport noise, PFAS -- Rick Soletski

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 1:24pm
Several letters to the editor have discussed U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin’s support for basing the F-35 fighter jets in Madison.

Wisconsin primary voters oust more than a half-dozen legislators, setting stage for Dem push in fall

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 1:12pm
Seven incumbent legislators lost in the primaries, including Republican Reps. Janel Brandtjen, Peter Schmidt, Michael Schraa and Donna Rozar and Democratic Reps. LaKeisha Myers, Samba Baldeh and Jimmy Anderson.

Why Wisconsin football chose its starting quarterback

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 12:48pm
Badgers offensive coordinator Phil Longo announced after practice Wednesday who would be leading Wisconsin's offense after an offseason battle.

'RDRRAGE' indeed. Conservative law firm challenges rules for rejecting personalized plates

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 11:40am
The lawsuit asks a judge to declare unconstitutional state law that allows the Department of Transportation to nix plates “which may carry connotations offensive to good taste or decency."

New Madison blood donation center to open amid national blood shortage

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 7:00am
The blood supply dropped by more than 25% since July 1, the Red Cross said.

Primaries set stage for first Wisconsin legislative elections under new maps

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:50am
Tuesday's primary gives the first look at how new legislative maps might play out in a statewide election.

Melissa Agard, Dana Pellebon advance in Dane County executive race

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:50am
The two will vie in November to replace former Dane County Executive Joe Parisi, who served in the role from 2011 until he stepped down in May.

Voters reject constitutional amendments seeking to give Legislature power over federal funds

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:50am
The two proposals were the latest effort by GOP lawmakers to have voters decide on changes they have been unable to pass through the legislative process.

Melissa Ratcliff wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin Senate District 16, will be unopposed in November

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:50am
Ratcliff, D-Cottage Grove, beat out her fellow Reps. Jimmy Anderson, D-Fitchburg, and Samba Baldeh, D-Madison, to represent the newly drawn district.

Madison library classes will show you how to fix a bike or a torn teddy bear

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:45am
Local artists and speakers will teach you how to repair and care for household items.

How this upbeat Packers wide receiver is working to regain his mojo after a 'bad game'

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:40am
After calling Saturday “my worst game since being a Packer,” this second-year receiver can't shake the smile off his face. Here's how he's getting his game where he wants it.

5 things to know about the Packers’ 14th practice of training camp

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:35am
Here's what to know about Tuesday’s practice at Ray Nitschke Field as Green Bay prepares to travel to the Mile High city for a joint practice with the Denver Broncos.

Ex-McFarland soccer club treasurer charged with embezzlement

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:15am
A criminal complaint alleges the McFarland Soccer Club's ex-treasurer took more than $264,500 over a 5-year period.

Italian forward signee 'scared, but in a good way' to join Wisconsin men's basketball

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:13am
The Badgers added the Italian freshman forward after incomplete paperwork prevented Serbian forward Andrija Vukovic from joining the program.

Republican policies ruined hope for the American Dream -- Sally Sletten

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 5:00am
In the 1960s, the average person could own a home, send kids to college, save for retirement, take a vacation and afford health care. Now the average person can’t afford these.

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