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Wisconsin coach leaves for job leading US national team

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 5:38pm
The Badgers will have a new swimming and diving coach for the first time in seven years.

Construction begins on the new Wisconsin History Center

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 4:55pm
"We are creating a place where all Wisconsinites can see themselves in history," said Christian Øverland, director and CEO of the Wisconsin Historical Society.

Giant rodents cuddle with visitors at the Capybara Cafe in Florida

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 4:30pm
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — Animal lovers now have a place to hang out with the “it” animals of the moment — big furry rodents.

Crazylegs detours bus routes, closes streets Saturday

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 4:16pm
The event is slated to end at noon, and closed streets will reopen as the final participants pass through each section.

Trump says Zelenskyy is prolonging war in Ukraine by resisting calls to cede Crimea (copy)

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 3:30pm
Ukraine and some allies accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of dragging his feet as his army tries to capture more Ukrainian land.

Memorial Mass for Pope Francis being held in Madison Saturday

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 3:00pm
Many of the parishes and pastorates, groupings of parishes, have been holding their own activities for local Catholics to gather and pray for Pope Francis.

'The Legend of Ochi'

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 2:57pm
“The Legend of Ochi,” a scrappy and darkly whimsical fable about a misunderstood teenage girl on a dangerous quest, has the feeling of a film you might have stumbled on and loved as a kid. Something tactile, something fantastical and,…

Judge protects second UW-Madison student with canceled visa from deportation

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 2:50pm
The speeding ticket the student has on her record does not constitute a criminal action worthy of visa revocation, Judge William Conley ruled.

Wisconsin football to lose another cornerback to transfer portal

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 2:21pm
The Badgers are expected to have just three of the 10 cornerbacks from last year's roster on the team this fall.

Direct flights to Los Angeles return May 21 at Dane County Regional Airport

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 12:40pm
Dane County Regional Airport offers nonstop service to 17 destinations, and one-stop connections to nearly all major cities around the world.

4 observations from Wisconsin football's 14th spring practice

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 12:33pm
A potential answer at left tackle, two former LSU players making waves for the Badgers and a defensive back with surprising physicality lead Tuesday's practice observations.

Dryer fire displaces person from West Side home

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 11:35am
The homeowner got out safe, while firefighters found two cats, put them in pet carriers, and placed them in a safe and isolated room.

Work begins on Topgolf entertainment site along Beltline in Monona

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 11:30am
The two-story, 72-bay golf complex, between WPS Health Solutions and South Towne Mall, could open next year.

Driver taken to hospital after running red light, causing crash on Near West Side

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 11:20am
The rollover crash happened about 8:20 a.m. Sunday on Park Street at Johnson Street, Madison policer said.

35 Wisconsin vehicle dealers lose licenses for breaking law

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 10:50am
The illegal activities included selling directly to consumers, failing to maintain a dealer bond and other infractions.

Wisconsin men's hockey forward enters transfer portal after 2 seasons with Badgers

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 10:23am
A fourth-line player became the third from Wisconsin's 2024-25 roster to enter the transfer portal.

Fort McCoy commander suspended; Trump portrait reportedly turned to face wall

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 7:00am
The U.S. Army has suspended a Wisconsin training base’s first female commander after discovering portraits of President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had been flipped around to face a wall.

Hands on Wisconsin: Sen. Ron Johnson wades into conspiracy theories

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 6:40am
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Oshkosh, apparently hasn't met a conspiracy theory he didn't like.

Jill Underly risking hundreds of millions for Wisconsin schools | Cory Brewer and Dan Lennington

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 6:00am
Critics fault state superintendent of public schools for pushing DEI policies instead of complying with Trump administration request.

Mifflin Street Block Party revelers will not be ticketed if they're seeking medical help

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 5:55am
About 10,000-partiers are expected Saturday, with sunny skies and a high of 61 forecasted.

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