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7 bigs making an impact in Madison-area high school boys basketball

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:47am
The big man still has an important place in boys basketball. Here are some of the area players to know.

Blanchardville man arrested on warrant for OWI homicide, Iowa County authorities say

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:40am
Thomas D. Naughtin, who has five prior OWIs, crashed his vehicle head-on into another vehicle in the town of Moscow just before 11:30 a.m. Dec. 5.

Gov. Tony Evers not expecting agreement with Republicans on new maps, putting matter before Supreme Court

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:35am
Gov. Tony Evers told the Wisconsin State Journal on Thursday he isn’t holding out hope that legislative Republicans will send him boundaries he will be able to sign.

Gov. Tony Evers says Trump should be on ballot, Biden must visit Wisconsin often to win it

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 7:10am
Four of the past six presidential elections in Wisconsin have been decided by less than a percentage point, making it one of a small number that could go either way.

Gov. Tony Evers: State DEI efforts to continue despite Republican criticism

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 6:45am
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos signaled he plans to order "a very comprehensive in-depth audit of all the state agencies" focused on DEI positions.

How to watch, stream, listen to Wisconsin men's basketball vs. Nebraska

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 6:37am
How to tune in as the Badgers play their final game of a four-game homestand.

Former Red Rooster owner opening Water Street Social Club on Wisconsin River

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:40am
Jesse Steinberg said that, after announcing the new restaurant on New Year's Day, they got 5,000 website hits and 600 Facebook followers after one day.

After long layoff, Packers’ Luke Musgrave may be ready for takeoff against Bears

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:35am
Packers tight end Luke Musgrave has been out since suffering a lacerated kidney against the Chargers in November.

Kwik Trip sold more than 46 million coffees last year

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:30am
The La Crosse-based chain said 26 new stores were built and 5.6 million guests were served last year.

Wisconsin football lineman, a former 5-star recruit, enters transfer portal

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:20am
A former five-star offensive lineman for the Wisconsin football team entered the transfer portal.

Man injured when Fitchburg home exploded in 2016 settles lawsuit with Sears

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:15am
Terms of the settlement are confidential. The blast destroyed three homes in Fitchburg and severely damaged several others.

What to know about Wisconsin men's basketball opponent, Nebraska

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:09am
What to know about the visiting Cornhuskers, who enter Saturday's matchup with the Badgers red hot.

Jan. 6 was unbelievable but it really happened -- Richard Broach

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:00am
I’ve just finished the season of "When, what to my wondering eyes should appear / But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer."

US is complicit in horror for Palestinians in Gaza -- Dr. Paula Rogge, Dr. Ann Behrmann and Amy Schulz

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:00am
As medical professionals, we were horrified by the violent attack on Oct. 7 by Hamas on Israeli communities bordering Gaza. The attacks resulted in the death of 1,200 Israelis and the taking of hundreds of Israeli hostages.

Jan. 6 wasn't a protest, it was an attack on our democracy -- Sue Heintz

Fri, 01/05/2024 - 5:00am
With another year since the Jan. 6 insurrection, it is crucial to remember that this was not just a heated protest. It was a direct attack on the very foundation of our democracy. The violent scenes of that day serve…

Meshay Brisco uses her job as a Madison crossing guard to make a difference

Thu, 01/04/2024 - 8:55am
“Everywhere she goes, she’s very beloved,” said Niko Magallón, crossing guard supervisor for the city of Madison.

Madison School District is phasing out letter grades in high schools, starting at East

Thu, 01/04/2024 - 8:35am
The standards describe what students need to know, understand and be able to do. Students will be graded on a scale that ranges from “advanced” to “emerging."

Bait shops, ice skaters and skiers are hoping for more ice and snow in Madison

Thu, 01/04/2024 - 8:30am
"It's just been a ghost town" at D&S Bait, Tackle & Fly Shop on Madison's North Side.

Monona tightens police pursuit policy in wake of crash that killed 3 in fleeing vehicle

Thu, 01/04/2024 - 8:25am
The Monona City Council in November 2022 removed the requirement that people being pursued must be suspected of having committed a violent felony or about to commit one.

Ep. 83 BadgerExtra podcast: 6 things we learned from Wisconsin football's 2023 season

Thu, 01/04/2024 - 7:47am
BadgerExtra reporters evaluate three key areas of the Badgers and a changing Big Ten landscape.

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