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Polzin: What I liked and didn't like from Wisconsin volleyball loss to Texas at Final Four
The Wisconsin volleyball team saw its season end with a loss to Texas in the national semifinals. Here's what stood out in the match.
Sun Prairie East's overtime victory leads prep stars of the night
Sun Prairie East won a high-scoring battle with Madison East. Here’s how other high school sports events played out Thursday.
J.J. Watt shares Wisconsin volleyball trash talk with former Texas quarterback
The Badgers legend shared a conversation with a Longhorns legend during the NCAA volleyball Final Four on Thursday.
3 things that stood out from No. 23 Wisconsin men's basketball win vs. Jacksonville State
The Badgers were dominant inside again in their bounce back win. Here's what stood out.
Thumbs down? Packers scramble at running back thanks to AJ Dillon’s broken digit
Packers running back AJ Dillon missed practice again, putting in doubt his availability for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
Legislators set to approve UW pay raises next week
The vote will come a week after the UW system and Legislature forged a deal to have the Legislature sign off on pay raises and infrastructure projects.
Wisconsin football cornerback announces he will enter NFL Draft
The Badgers must face LSU's high-powered offense without one of their most experienced defensive backs.
Brewers acquire veteran right-handed pitcher in trade with Royals
Milwaukee shipped out a pair of minor leaguers on Thursday for a 30-year-old pitcher who went 3-6 with a 5.95 ERA last season in 56 relief appearances and two starts.
State business lobby sues Department of Justice over slow response to public records request
The records pertain to the hire of an outside law firm to investigate potential PFAS contamination.
Wisconsin volleyball returning to Fiserv Forum in 2024 for early season showcase
The Badgers will open with a rematch against Final Four opponent Texas. Here's what to know about the inaugural event.
Didion Milling hit with more fines, oversight stemming from 2017 explosion that killed 5
The U.S. Department of Labor announced Thursday that Sun Prairie-based Didion Milling has reached an agreement to pay out $1.8 million, in addition to previously announced fines.
Journey comes to an abrupt end for wandering Wisconsin elk
The 600-pound animal had wandered away from its herd near Black River Falls in September and had become somewhat of a celebrity as it traversed the state and made its way into Illinois.
Wisconsin Supreme Court makes interim state court director permanent despite complaints
Audrey Skwierawski will resign as a Milwaukee County judge and assume the new role on a permanent basis starting Dec. 31.
Biden returning to Wisconsin next week to tout economy
Biden last visited the state on August 15, with a stop in Milwaukee on the eve of the one-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act.
Wisconsin football lands 3-star tight end from transfer portal
Wisconsin pulled a tight end from the portal who was once a three-star recruit and is coming from the SEC.
When cold sets in, Madison will again enforce rules on excess salt use
Madison has long required property owners to remove snow and ice, but starting last season, owners also must limit use of salt and melting agents and clean them away.
Monona Grove's Dan Olson, Wisconsin Superintendent of the Year for 2023, is retiring
"... Dr. Olson has been a steadying force and has led with compassion, integrity, and humanity,” said Loreen Gage, president of the Monona Grove School Board.
Teen who ignored ‘don’t walk’ signal hit by car running across East Washington Avenue, police say
When the 17-year-old boy ran across East Washington Avenue on Tuesday, he was hit in the leg by a white sedan that did not stay at the scene, police said.
Restaurant reviews: Back for seconds, a look at 4 recently reviewed spots
Looking for restaurant ideas? Here are four options, based on recent Wisconsin State Journal restaurant reviews.
'It brings me to tears': How space issues are hurting Madison high school gymnastics
Ongoing construction at East High School has created a sour start to two sports seasons for a sophomore. Here's why it's an issue for East/La Follette's gymnasts.