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Witnesses sought for altercation outside Dane County bar that left man with life-threatening injuries

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 10:50am
The altercation happened outside of Jerry’s Place, 601 N. Fair Oaks Ave. in the town of Blooming Grove.

Powerful storm system has all of Wisconsin under advisory or warning

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 7:45am
The timing of rain changing to snow means wide-ranging forecast snow totals from 1 or 2 inches up to several inches, but all of Wisconsin will see strong winds.

Democrats vow to 'punch back' at Elon Musk as he floods Wisconsin Supreme Court race with money for Brad Schimel

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 7:20am
Democrats can overcome the funding disadvantage by tapping into the “rage” that voters feel as Musk “tears the country apart,” Wisconsin Democratic Party Chairman Ben Wikler said Tuesday.

U.S. Championship Cheese Contest opens amid federal grant funding freezes and tariffs

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:55am
The U.S. Championship Cheese Contest kicked off Tuesday in Ashwaubenon but there is worry about growth in the industry due to frozen federal grants.

New housing developments advance along East Washington Avenue

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:45am
A pair of proposed apartment buildings would add 258 units, including some for low-income residents, between Aberg Avenue and Highway 51

Still discovering own potential, 7-foot sophomore realizes some to impact Wisconsin men's basketball

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:37am
The big man has taken a step-by-step approach to development in Madison. But those around him have implored him to believe in his own potential.

Kicker Brandon McManus staying in Green Bay on 3-year, $15.3 million deal

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:35am
Brandon McManus, 33, could have become an unrestricted free agent next week if he hadn’t agreed to terms.

Sixth inmate dies at troubled Waupun prison in less than 2 years

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:30am
Damien Evans, 23, died Tuesday, according to the DOC website that reports the status and location of inmates.

A look into a 'phenomenal' change in Wisconsin football's new offense

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:13am
A pair of key players for the Badgers love that the team is reverting back to a more traditional procedure on offense. Here's what you should know.

5 things to know about the WIAA boys and girls state hockey tournaments

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:03am
Three area teams will participate in this week's WIAA boys and girls state hockey bracket. Here's what to know before the opening faceoff Thursday.

Democrats and Donald Trump are both wrong on tariffs | Randall Brink

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:00am
The Democrats are wrong on tariffs, but so is President Donald Trump.

Will Ron Johnson stand up for Wisconsin voters? | Carol Van Hulle

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:00am
In 2017, Congress passed President Donald Trump's tax cuts, which benefited the wealthy and blew a hole in the deficit.

Conservative professor would be just a diversity hire | Mark Sundquist

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:00am
I was confused by the Feb. 25 article "Work to establish position ongoing," noting that Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, had made a deal with the Universities of Wisconsin to release state funding in exchange for the university reducing its…

Smaller private colleges can provide the best education | Dave Searles

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:00am
As reported in the Wisconsin State Journal, Northland College in Ashland is closing at the end of this school year after 133 years of educating students. The college is known for “its environmental focus melded with a liberal arts education.”…

Ald. Nikki Conklin takes balanced approach to tough issues | Stephen S. Gosch

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 5:00am
I’m supporting Ald. Nikki Conklin for reelection to the Madison City Council for two reasons.

5 things to know about the WIAA state gymnastics championships

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 4:57am
Five area teams and a number of individual qualifiers are aiming reach the medal stand in state competition Friday and Saturday. Here are five things to know about the action.

Giannis Antetokounmpo posts triple-double as surging Bucks finish strong to beat Hawks

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 4:30am
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 26 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists for his seventh triple-double of the season, as Milwaukee beat Atlanta 127-121 on Tuesday night.

Packers target? Jets release Davante Adams as new regime continues roster overhaul

Wed, 03/05/2025 - 4:15am
Davante Adams caught 85 passes for 1,063 yards and eight touchdowns with the Raiders and Jets last season.

First day results from the U.S. Championship Cheese Contest and yes, Wisconsin did well

Tue, 03/04/2025 - 8:10pm
State dairy producers swept the top three spots in 12 of the 59 categories judged on Tuesday and had 23 first place finishes.

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