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Wisconsin men's hockey team moves into top 5 in national rankings
The Badgers broke a string of four straight times being voted sixth in the national rankings. Here's where things stand.
Drunken woman arrested for punching hotel employee
A Madison woman was arrested in the early hours of New Year's Day after police say she punched a hotel employee in the face while intoxicated.
No arrests made in Janesville gunfire incident
Officers believe this was an isolated incident relating to one of the apartments.
Milwaukee police officer shot and wounded during standoff
A second officer sustained a minor injury but did not require treatment, while the suspect, a 25-year-old man, eventually surrendered and was arrested, Milwaukee police said.
Wisconsin Dells woman killed in I-39 crash near Plover, authorities say
The crash happened shortly after 5:30 p.m. Saturday on I-39 at Birch Drive in Portage County when a northbound car crossed into the southbound lanes and collided with minivan.
4 observations after rewatching Wisconsin's ReliaQuest Bowl loss to LSU
Wisconsin football's potential star center, an oft-injured linebacker returning and a former five-star recruit getting extended action are part of the 2023-24 observations finale.
Transmission competition, EV charging bills could pass Legislature in the near future
"Hopefully both of those bills can get done this spring," Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu said, adding that he doesn't expect major changes to either proposal.
Can cooperative living be an answer to Madison's high housing prices?
There are 27 residences in Madison that operate like housing cooperatives in varying degrees, according to data from the Madison Area Cooperative Housing Alliance.
42 Madison-area restaurant, bar and cafe openings in 2023
The restaurant, bar and cafe openings in 2023 may have set a new record for the Madison area.
3 die in crash of vehicle fleeing Monona traffic stop, authorities say
No law enforcement personnel were injured in the incident, authorities said.
For Packers' Bo Melton, long journey toward NFL opportunity culminates in breakout game vs. Vikings
Bo Melton became the Packers’ first 100-yard receiver this season in Sunday's win over the Vikings.
Packers' Jayden Reed played through the pain, but can he do it again against Bears?
Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed caught two TD passes against the Vikings before missing the second half after reinjuring his chest Sunday.
Polzin: Wisconsin football's loss to LSU proves plenty of holes to fill for Badgers
Luke Fickell compared his first campaign with the Wisconsin football team to a roller-coaster ride. It included more downs than ups.
Breaking down 3 missed chances that doomed Wisconsin football in ReliaQuest Bowl loss to LSU
Wisconsin football shouldn't have been in a position to blow a fourth-quarter lead against LSU. Here's why.
Verona grad showed 'well-rounded skill set' in Wisconsin football running back audition
The Badgers are looking to replace Braelon Allen next season. The ReliaQuest Bowl served as an audition for several players.
'Boy did he perform': Wisconsin football receiver impresses in ReliaQuest Bowl
A freshman had coach Luke Fickell rethinking his usage (or lack thereof) of the receiver throughout the season.
3 things that stood out in Wisconsin football's gut-wrenching loss to LSU in ReliaQuest Bowl
The Wisconsin football coaching staff made some questionable decisions that proved costly late in the loss to LSU.
Polzin: What I did and didn't like from Wisconsin football's tough loss to LSU in ReliaQuest Bowl
The Wisconsin football defense got worked over by LSU's backup quarterback, which allowed the Tigers to rally for the win.
ESPN analyst says Wisconsin football coaches don't believe they have 'running back of the future'
The Badgers are known for great running backs and replacing Braelon Allen may come from the transfer portal or their recruits.
How to watch 2 Wisconsin volleyball recruits playing in All-American match
Two future Badgers who could mix into Wisconsin volleyball's lineup in 2024 play in an All-American match Tuesday.