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Packers: Brett Favre says unfair to compare QBs from different eras

Wed, 07/20/2016 - 3:45am
"I think it's unfair to a guy like Bart Starr, for example, who played in an era where throwing the football was, quite frankly, not done. It was frowned upon almost," Favre said.

NFL: Upheaval the buzzword as training camps open

Wed, 07/20/2016 - 3:30am
At least until big-name players get big-time injuries, or major holdouts end, or tackling and blocking for real begin, the departures of a likely Hall of Fame player and coach will be front and center.

Mallards: Troy Bacon, Zach Jarrett have different outcomes in Northwoods League All-Star Game

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 11:30pm
Bacon is sharp on the mound while Jarrett goes hitless and commits and error in the South's defeat.

Paul Ryan calls for unity behind Donald Trump to pass conservative agenda

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 10:00pm
Ryan made two references to Trump in his speech.

Dozens show up to weigh in on petition supporting police, making demands

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 9:30pm
The petition, which received more than 1,700 signatures, calls for a number of actions from the Common Council, including reversing money to study the police department. People in support and opposition voiced their thoughts for hours at the Tuesday Common…

Brewers: Josh Harrison lifts Pirates in bottom of ninth

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 9:15pm
He triples and scores the game-winning run on Scooter Gennett's throwing error.

State Amateur golf: Eddie Wajda's woes open door for Nick Nelson to take lead

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 9:00pm
The defending champion shoots a 77 after an opening-round 65, while the ex-Marquette golfer's even-par round is enough to top the leaderboard at the halfway point.

Wisconsin delegate lures reporters with foam Cheesehead

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 8:50pm
Barb Finger showed her Wisconsin pride, as well as support for veterans like her son who was injured in Afghanistan.

Paul Ryan is right to reject blame game

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 7:30pm
OUR VIEW: House speaker responsibly calls for unity in wake of senseless violence

Trickle-down economics hasn't worked -- Pamela Midbon

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 6:00pm
Trickle-down economics is like a vampire that will never die, even after a stake has been driven through its heart. The stakes have been the failed right-wing experiments of Kansas and Louisiana. These states are reeling from massive revenue shortfalls…

'Pokemon Go' isn't the worst form of escape -- Julie Fitzpatrick

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 6:00pm
I agree with Leonard Pitts' column Monday, "People should not play 'Pokemon Go' at Auschwitz," that sacred places "deserve to be treated with respect." But I do not share his indignation and disdain for those who fail to meet his…

Circus parade is fun and educational -- Bob Hunt

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 6:00pm
This Saturday is circus day in Baraboo with activities all day leading up to the Big Top Circus Parade at 2 p.m. and a special performance at 4 p.m. at Circus World Museum.

2nd Amendment is fundmental to nation -- Joyce McRoberts

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 6:00pm
The Second Amendment states simply: “A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.”

Don't dismiss third party candidates -- Tom Yager

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 6:00pm
In the lead up to this year's election, we will see plenty of articles and commentary about the Republican and Democratic parties. That's basically free press attention for these two parties.

Don't bash Trump, tout the Democrats -- David Sharpe

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 6:00pm
As Donald Trump's appeal seems to be growing, we need to really examine why. I have a theory. I think it is backlash against the bashing.

Pyare Square Building being slowly demolished after 47 years of prominence on West Side

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 5:20pm
Piece by piece, demolition of the rounded Pyare Square Building is commencing along University Avenue, ending nearly a decade of uncertainty over what to do with the famed office building.

Authorities arrest man who allegedly attacked Janesville resident with machete

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 4:12pm
Kendall allegedly lacerated the arms and hands of 31-year-old Janesville resident late last month.

Hands on Wisconsin: Donald Trump cuts and pastes Melania's speech

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 4:00pm
Melania Trump's speech at the Republican National Conventional bore a striking resemblance to Michelle Obama's speech at the 2008 Democratic National Convention, leading some to accuse the Trump campaign of plagiarism.

Federal judge: Voters without ID may vote in November by signing affidavit

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 3:47pm
People without photo identification will be able to vote in November's general election by signing an affidavit stating they could not obtain identification, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday.

Condon, Rose M.

Tue, 07/19/2016 - 3:30pm
MADISON - Rose M. Condon, age 86, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2016, at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge.

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