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School choice lawsuit asks Supreme Court to find Wisconsin's program unconstitutional
The legal complaint alleges Wisconsin's decades-old school choice program violates the state Constitution and has created a "funding death spiral" for public schools in the state.
North Street Cabaret owner Al Rasho brings a world of experience to his music venue
Al Rasho fills the North Street Cabaret with some of the jazz musicians he loved in his youth, blues bands that fill the room and other musicians from across the world.
Rain and wind to impact tailgates, Wisconsin football game vs. Iowa. Here's the forecast
Special teams will be an important element of who wins between the Badgers and Hawkeyes. Forecasts show weather will be a factor.
Judge orders 18-month prison sentence for driver in fatal collision with bicycle
The crash on Madison's Far West Side last year caused the death of a man who was riding his bike to work.
Senate Republicans call for increased child care tax credit along with tax cut Tony Evers vetoed
"This is a completely unserious proposal from Republicans who are wholly out of touch with the challenges and needs of our state," the governor's spokesperson said.
Madison's public school enrollment has steadied, DPI data shows, defying expectations
Across Wisconsin, about 799,000 students are enrolled in public school districts around the state, a loss of about 8,800 students, or about 1%, since last school year.
Brandon Woodruff has surgery and could miss Brewers' 2024 season
The veteran right-handed starting pitcher was ruled out for the playoffs and missed four months of the 2023 regular season.
Whitewater Police recover 4 stolen guns, large amount of ammunition in arrests
Amid the investigation, police say they were able to link the suspects to crimes in other areas, including a Walworth County burglary, vandalism and theft.
UW-Madison chancellor condemns Hamas, calls for respectful dialogue as Jewish students grapple with attack
UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin has joined a small number of college administrators who have spoken out on the attack.
Catholic Charities of Madison ends programs for people with disabilities, older adults
The ending of the supportive home care programs, for people with developmental disabilities and older adults, will result in nearly 60 job cuts.
Aaron Rodgers remains vocal backer of Packers quarterback and 'great kid' Jordan Love
How should the Packers handle Jordan Love’s growing pains? R-E-L-A-X, Aaron Rodgers might say.
These 4-star recruits expected to visit Wisconsin football this weekend
Another busy weekend on the recruiting front awaits the Wisconsin football staff. Here's who's anticipated to be in town for the Badgers' matchup against the Hawkeyes.
The return of boat trips bring visitors closer to famed Horicon Marsh
Troy and Jodell Kirchoff have brought back tours of the expansive, world famous marsh that is known for its wildlife and cattails.
Connecticut man indicted for running scams against Wisconsinites netted $200,000 in 5 days, authorities say
A federal grand jury returned an indictment Thursday charging Matthew Ramos-Soto, 26, of Hartford, Connecticut, with conspiring to commit wire fraud against Wisconsin residents.
3 players to know when Iowa visits Wisconsin football for divisional rivalry
The Hawkeyes have playmakers who impact each aspect of the game. Here are three to know before they visit Wisconsin.
Grand jury indicts Beloit man for using 2 children to produce pornography, authorities say
Misael Dominguez-Adorno faces a mandatory minimum penalty of 15 years in federal prison and a maximum of 30 years on each charge.
Resuming rivalry with North Dakota a 'goal' for Wisconsin men's hockey coach
It's been nearly five years since the Badgers played North Dakota. Mike Hastings wants more games between the old rivals.
Verona's McKenna Thorson, Sun Prairie East's Annalise Yang lead prep stars of the night
They lead four seeded Division 1 singles players in advancing at the WIAA individual state girls tennis tournament. Here’s how other high school sports events played out Thursday.
3 stars, 3 things we learned in Wisconsin's dominant win over Minnesota State
The Badgers women's hockey team scored five first-period goals and cruised to a 5-0 start. Here's how it happened.
Ironman participants were "nearly killed or at least badly injured," complaint against driver says
In previous hearings, Taufner faced one county ordinance violation of disorderly conduct, which was dismissed in the days after the incident as the state prepared to file criminal charges.