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Wisconsin women's soccer to play for Big Ten championship after big second half

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 7:15pm
The Badgers did something they haven't done since 2005, and also kept the country's leading goal scorer out of the net.

Suspect crashes into squad car, flees into apartment during Monona police chase

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 4:50pm
Moore is facing tentative charges of Attempted Eluding, 1st Degree Reckless Endangering Safety, Resisting a Peace Officer, and a WI-DOC Probation Hold. The Dane County Sheriff’s Office, also issued citations for Reckless Driving, Driving Against Traffic, Operating after Revocation, and…

Deer hunting forecast shows why heading Up North may not be the best option this year

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 3:55pm
The DNR said Thursday the annual hunt will be varied throughout the state, with the Northwoods deer herd still recovering from the severe winter.

Fast, physical `game-wreckers' propel undefeated Waunakee football's defense

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 3:33pm
Defensive end Wade Bryan and linebackers Sam Hogland and Cole Savola lead the talented Warriors' defense into a WIAA Division 2 quarterfinal matchup with New Richmond.

Articles of impeachment against Wisconsin's top election official referred to committee

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 3:30pm
The move, though incremental in nature, comes despite Vos' past statements saying he wouldn't seek to impeach Wisconsin Elections Commission administrator Meagan Wolfe.

A look at Wisconsin football's 2024 schedule, which features two difficult stretches, two byes

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 3:02pm
The Big Ten announced Thursday next season's football schedule. Here's a breakdown of the Badgers' slate, which features two daunting stretches.

Textile Arts Center of Madison will be a hub for sewers, knitters and more

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 2:05pm
The Textile Arts Center of Madison will host workshops for now, including a clothing repair clinic, indigo dyeing and one for sewing throw pillows.

As prison lockdowns continue, state Democrats back bills to improve conditions

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 1:00pm
The bills introduced by Democrats in the state Legislature, among other things, restrict the severity of lockdowns and solitary confinement.

How Stoughton football's WIAA playoff run is being bolstered by this Illinois State commit

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 12:27pm
Since recovering from a back injury, senior Ben Harman has earned a Division I scholarship and led the Stoughton football team to a pair of playoff upsets.

Restaurant review: The tremendous transformation of Thai Basil

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 11:40am
Thai Basil is the Thai restaurant the West Side needs and deserves.

After 9 months, Atwood Avenue project in Madison and Monona is nearing its end

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 11:30am
The project, which cost $17.2 million and lasted nine months, adds marked pedestrian and bike crossings and a new pedestrian and bike bridge over Starkweather Creek.

Operation Fresh Start gets funding boost to continue education program in Madison

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 11:20am
An amendment to the Madison School District's budget restored Operation Fresh Start funding to the full $250,000, after it was cut nearly in half by the district earlier this year.

MGE Energy reports Q3 earnings higher, revenue lower than a year ago

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 11:20am
The Madison-based utility holding company reported third-quarter net income of $37.9 million, or $1.05 per share, on revenue of $160.5 million.

Hands on Wisconsin: Tardy Madison school buses keep kids from learning

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 11:10am
Many parents across the country are worried about a "woke" ideology being taught in schools. As the parent of two Madison Public School students, I can tell you my kids are learning much more about racial injustice in America's past…

WEC Energy Group now plans to phase out coal plants by 2032

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 10:10am
Company executives said the effort to phase out the use of coal has been moved forward due to new investments in renewable energy and an emphasis on natural gas generation.

Ex-Tomah teacher gets 10 years in prison for sexual assaults of teen student, authorities say

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 9:45am
A 75-year-old former Tomah teacher was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old student in the basement of a private school in Tomah, authorities reported.

Janesville parent arrested for threat, bringing gun to school, authorities say

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 8:10am
Kevin Moore was arrested and jailed on tentative charges of disorderly conduct while armed and possession of a firearm in a school zone, Janesville police said.

Woman dies in 2-vehicle crash in town of Verona, authorities say

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 6:55am
Citations are pending for the fatal crash that happened just after 11 a.m. Sunday on Highway PB, just north of Purcell Road, authorities said.

3 keys to success for Wisconsin men's basketball this season

Thu, 11/02/2023 - 6:33am
The Badgers return more scoring than any Power Five program, but changes still can be made to elevate the group. Here are three things to watch this season.

3 things that stood out from No. 2 Wisconsin's volleyball win vs. No. 19 Purdue

Wed, 11/01/2023 - 9:50pm
The ability to rebound after losing a set was one of the highlights during Wisconsin's home win over Purdue.

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