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'Protect the defense': Packers star defensive end sounds off on missed holding calls

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 3:43pm
One of the most disruptive defenders in the NFL voiced his displeasure with how the Packers' defense has been officiated this season.

Week's weather for Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 2:42pm
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3 concerns Packers face in Week 7 showdown with Cardinals

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 2:17pm
From preparing for two different quarterbacks to plotting ways to limit one of the NFL's top tight ends, the Packers have their hands full entering a matchup with the Cardinals.

Minimal damage from hamper fire in UW-Madison Discovery Building

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 2:15pm
A few items and nearby wall were damaged in a late night fire that began in the research center’s kitchen.

3 things that stood out from Wisconsin women's hockey's rout of Vermont

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 2:03pm
Cassie Hall, Kelly Gorbatenko and Caroline Harvey each scored twice as the Badgers moved onto the championship game of the Ice Breaker Tournament.

Former West Side jewelry store getting new tenant

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 2:00pm
Bank of America will soon occupy the space near West Towne Mall.

Man arrested after hit-and-run crash into vehicle, residence on North Side injures passenger

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 1:25pm
The man’s passenger was taken to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening, Madison police said.

Dangerous West Washington crossing will get traffic signals, fewer lanes

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 1:00pm
The city closed two lanes and is installing traffic signals in response to frequent crashes involving bicyclists and pedestrians.

After shots heard from inside Waushara County house, man who fired at deputies found dead

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 12:40pm
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident Thursday in the town of Wautoma, authorities said.

Dollar Tree shutters a store in Madison

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 12:25pm
The Virginia-based company has also sold all of its Family Dollar stores.

Attack at Madison West High School sends student to hospital

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 10:40am
In a brief statement, police said they were called to the school at 30 Ash St. at about 11:35 a.m. Wednesday “regarding a battery to a student whose injuries required hospitalization.”

Giannis Antetokounmpo: 'I'm not there yet' in his quest to be among all-time greats

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 9:55am
“It’s not about stats no more," Giannis Antetokounmpo said. "It’s about how can we do great things on the court."

Photo of the day: Autumn’s palette

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 8:35am
Featured images by the Wisconsin State Journal's photo team of Amber Arnold, John Hart and Owen Ziliak.

How Wisconsin men's hockey freshmen were 'the difference' in getting a tie in home opener

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 8:33am
Oliver Tulk and Daniel Hauser, teammates in the Western Hockey League last season, had big impacts in their first true home game with the Badgers.

Obesity remains high in the US, but more states show progress, a new report finds (copy)

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 7:30am
For the first time in more than a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity of 35% or more dropped, a sign that America's epidemic might be improving.

Maybe some Americans do want to live in a dictatorship | Scott Whitney

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 7:00am
With the many steps that Republicans have taken toward a fascist dictatorship, I wonder just how close we are to the autocracy they are working to create.

5 high school boys sports stars of the week: Oct. 17 edition

Fri, 10/17/2025 - 6:33am
Multiple area high school boys soccer, cross country and volleyball athletes shined during the past week of action. Vote for your favorite standout performer.

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