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I wonder why excellence in school sports is lauded. Excellence in the arts is also lauded, but to a lesser degree. By contrast, excellence in academics is often ignored or labeled elitist. Not nearly enough attention is given to the…

I don't think the American people will reelect former President Donald Trump. But then again, he still has the support of many misguided individuals.

After reading the news about the Madison mayor's operating budget for 2024 and the distressing forecast for 2025, I question the continued new spending proposed for projects such as the Public Market.

The Badgers scored on their first shot of the season and got a shutout from Kyle McClellan to win their opener.

Wisconsin quarterback Tanner Mordecai's calm reaction to bad snaps, drops and fumbles drew praise from his teammates. His steady, smart effort made the difference in the Badgers' win over Rutgers.

Ricardo Hallman returned an interception 95 yards for a touchdown in the Badgers' win over Rutgers. He's come a long way since losing his starting job 51 weeks ago.

A tweaked starting lineup, performances from the middle blockers and a focus on serving helped the unbeaten Badgers.

The Badgers celebrated a legendary cornerback who will enter the College Football Hall of Fame in December.

Will Pauling set a career high in catches and is the team's leading receiver in that category and yards. He feels the best is yet to come.

An Air Raid offense with two power running backs? That's the Badgers thanks to Verona grad Jackson Acker stepping in for the injured Chez Mellusi.

A videographer from Wisconsin was left laughing after he ended up getting more attention than he expected after an errant pass during the Badgers football game hit him.

The Wisconsin football team's offense struggled with errant snaps and two fumbles kept the Badgers from blowing out Rutgers. Here's how columnist Jim Polzin graded Wisconsin's effort in the win.

"I'd like to think this was an extreme case of road rage but it felt much more than just some warning shots. Someone actually tried to kill me," she said.

Most of the Badgers team that won the 2023 NCAA women's hockey championship was on the ice to watch another banner get raised.

All-Pro veteran tackle David Bakhtiari gave a sobering update on his knee problems.

Justice Janet Protasiewicz's decision to remain on the cases increases the chance that Republicans may proceed with the unprecedented step of impeaching her.

Get the latest scores and results from high school football games in the Madison area.

The incident happened shortly before 2:30 p.m. Thursday near East Towne Mall, police said.

The crash on Highway 130 south of Highway 133 occurred about 4 p.m. Thursday, the Iowa County Sheriff's office said.

Joel Marshall won a pair of state titles and made the championship game three other times. He announced he is stepping down as leader of the Verona boys hockey team.