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World War II showed us that appeasement doesn't work -- Robert Reid

Thu, 04/25/2024 - 5:00am
In a December 1940 fireside chat prior to America’s entry in World War II, President Franklin Roosevelt warned that “American appeasers” of Adolf Hitler “ignore the warning” found in the fate of already invaded European countries. These appeasers “seek to…

New buildings in Madison should use renewable energy -- Steve Kokette

Thu, 04/25/2024 - 5:00am
I hope this new 15-story student housing development described in the April 22 Wisconsin State Journal story, "Porchlight, developer to create new housing," can be built so it uses renewable energy and not fossil fuels.

Name, image and likeness not yet coming to high school sports in Wisconsin

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 3:27pm
It was a close vote but Wisconsin remains one of 17 states that does not allow high school athletes to profit off their likeness. Here's why some said no.

Grant County crash claims life of 93-year-old driver

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 2:35pm
Wilbert E. Post, of Potosi, was driving his 2000 Ford Ranger east on County Highway B, east of West Road, just before 2:30 p.m.

Rare whooping crane rescued from Chicago suburb with a costume and some grapes

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 2:00pm
The crane is one of just 850 whooping cranes in North America and one of only 75 in the Eastern Migratory Population.

UW system to vacate Richland Center campus; county warns of 'economic crisis'

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 1:00pm
Richland County Administrator Candace Pesch in a statement accused UW System of "shirking their responsibilities."

Wisconsin football lands in-state transfer commitment from Big Ten rival lineman

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 12:52pm
The Badgers get another transfer commitment for their offensive line, and it's a former All-Stater at Wisconsin who played for Bret Bielema.

Open Jim: Can Wisconsin men's basketball compete in name, image and likeness era?

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 12:40pm
BadgerExtra columnist Jim Polzin answers questions from readers in his mailbag.

Make Music Madison hopes to have 700 performances this year

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 12:07pm
Musicians or potential hosts for concerts can sign up by June 1. There is no registration fee.

'Resign': 25 Madison officials, leaders call on Ald. Charles Myadze to step down

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 12:01pm
A joint letter signed by Dane County supervisors, state Representatives and nonprofit leaders claimed other women abused by the North Side councilman are afraid to speak out.

Mallards are helping 'give Chris Farley back to the community' with family's blessing

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 10:27am
A night of baseball and fundraising will honor Madison's famed actor and comedian while representing a famed sketch. Here's how it was planned and why the family agreed.

Clark to sign record deal with Nike

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 10:26am
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Cooks' Exchange: Time for some chili champions

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 9:25am
When a request arrived for a chili recipe, I responded with a smile and a plan. I’ve loved my mother’s chili since I was a youngster and knew there’d be no problem sharing it with my readers until I pulled…

From high school classroom to opera stage and piano bar, this 'impeccable' musician does it all

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 8:55am
Madison music teacher -- and dueling pianist -- Anthony Cao embraces a huge range of music.

10 players the Packers may take in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 8:03am
The Packers could choose one of these 10 players in Thursday's first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Brian Gutekunst’s challenge for seventh draft as Packers GM? Replicate last year’s brilliance

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 7:13am
Brian Gutekunst has 11 picks at his disposal for the Packers in the 2024 NFL Draft. It'll be hard to top last year's success in the draft.

An $800 million soy sauce expansion planned in Wisconsin by Kikkoman Foods

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 7:10am
Kikkoman, which first opened in Walworth in 1973, is expected to invest $800 million in the project that will create 83 jobs over 12 years, the governor's office said.

End of Wisconsin football assistant's tenure detailed in separation agreement

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 6:37am
A former Wisconsin football assistant coach's employment with the university ends soon. Here's what we know.

5 questions with Madison Memorial girls track and field standout Emerson Myers

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 6:37am
From her favorite athlete to the meal of the day she enjoys the most, meet Madison Memorial senior Emerson Myers.

Madison police make stabbing arrest

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 6:35am
Madison Police arrested the alleged assailant, 66, without incident, Fryer said.

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