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Melissa Ratcliff is best choice to be our next state senator -- Judie Pfeifer

Sun, 07/28/2024 - 5:00am
With all the challenges in national politics these days, it is very important to remember that on Aug. 13 in the primary, we have a real opportunity in Sun Prairie to elect strong leaders who share our values and who…

Josh Bell's 3-run blast lifts Marlins past Brewers

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 9:37pm
Milwaukee reliever Jared Koenig hadn't allowed a run in his seven previous outings before Miami chased him in the 7th inning Saturday night.

Vel Phillips memorialized in sculpture at state capitol

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 9:30pm
From now on, when the little Black girls of Wisconsin look at their state capitol, they'll see their own faces reflected back at them, a physical reminder that they can do great things.

Why Jordan Love is ready for the pressure that comes with his new blockbuster deal

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 6:57pm
In his first day back after spending the first four training-camp practices as a spectator, Love showed why the Packers felt more than comfortable giving him a massive new deal.

Wisconsin football lands 2026 commitment from Ohio quarterback

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 6:33pm
Wisconsin football, like with its 2025 class, starts off the 2026 class with a commitment from a quarterback. Here's what to know about the Ohio native.

State's leading scorer Chris Davis Jr. plans to attend new school in 2024-25

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 6:23pm
Davis averaged 40.8 points per game and was the Big Eight Conference boys basketball player of the year during his junior season at Sun Prairie West.

Brewers bolster injury-riddled bullpen by dealing for right-hander from Rockies

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 5:07pm
NL Central-leading Milwaukee added some depth with a 27-year-old who will be under club control through the 2027 season.

Meet the candidates: Senate District 16 (Democratic primary)

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 12:50pm
Responses to the Wisconsin State Journal's candidate questionnaire. The primary is Aug. 13.

From history to scavenger hunts, Madison walking tours offer new way to see the city

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 7:35am
Pedestrian-friendly entertainment paired with history lessons.

Brewers hopeful that closer Devin Williams could make 2024 debut 'in the next few days'

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 7:15am
Brewers closer Devin Williams appears on the verge of making his season debut after missing four months with stress fractures in his back.

Mendota Marsh: Oscar Fox can't wait for Camp Randall beer sales

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 6:40am
Lewis Crane isn't sure selling beer at Badgers games is such a good idea in this week's Mendota Marsh.

State railroad commissioner's decision could sink South Side Madison bike path connection

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 6:20am
The route was to replace bicyclists' current option for getting between the two well-used paths: on-street bike lanes that local and state officials consider dangerous.

5 things to know about the Packers' fourth practice of training camp

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 6:07am
From the ongoing competition at kicker to some key health updates, there was more going on Friday in Green Bay than just Jordan Love's new deal.

Belleville wakes up with the sunrise to watch hometown girl go for Olympic gold

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 6:00am
Lauren O'Connor is an Olympic rower with Team USA, slated for her first rowing race in Paris at 6 a.m. Saturday, Wisconsin time.

3 Dane County state representatives lean on experience in run for liberal Wisconsin Senate seat

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 5:50am
With no Republicans running in the Democratic-leaning district, the next lawmaker to hold the Senate seat is likely to be decided in the August 13 primary.

After a failed referendum in April, McFarland schools plan to turn to voters again this fall

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 5:45am
"It's like a small child wanting a toy, asking for it so many times (until) finally, the parent just says ... 'I'll buy you the toy'," one McFarland resident said.

Former Wisconsin men's basketball standout 'just along for the ride' as he awaits pro chances

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 5:43am
The former Badgers forward got limited run at NBA 2K25 Summer League, but it was only the first step toward his professional basketball dream.

Inside look at how Wisconsin football, Big Ten teams will use new technology on sidelines

Sat, 07/27/2024 - 5:03am
The number of teams isn't the only thing changing for the Big Ten Conference this season. Check out the new technology that Wisconsin football and others will use.

Marlins strike early to take series opener from Brewers

Fri, 07/26/2024 - 10:33pm
Bryan De La Cruz and Jake Burger homered off Freddy Peralta in the first inning on a night Milwaukee's offense couldn't get much going.

Packers sign Jordan Love to record-setting deal

Fri, 07/26/2024 - 9:06pm
If early reports prove accurate, the 25-year-old quarterback's deal to become the face of the Packers would put him in rare company among the NFL's elite players.

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