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Polka has been Wisconsin's state dance for 30 years, and there's a party to celebrate
"Polka is done in three quarter time, and then you just sort of fly around the room and it feels good."
Wisconsin women's soccer defender honored to represent U.S. at Under-19 national team training camp
Despite coming off a strong freshman season, the Badgers defender knows she's in for a challenge when she gets to Florida.
Elephant that escaped circus in Montana has ‘tragic’ story — and was at Circus World in Baraboo
The Wisconsin State Journal reported last year that Viola would retire from Circus World in Baraboo and live permanently in an Oklahoma sanctuary, along with another elephant named Kelly.
Wisconsin Legislature sues Gov. Tony Evers over partial vetoes to literacy program bill
Evers issued partial vetoes when signing the bill, including striking language that he argued would have provided ongoing per-pupil increases to private choice and independent charter schools.
Madison sought ban on handgun sales 50 years ago
Mayor Paul Soglin proposed what the Wisconsin State Journal called "a symbolic step in the right direction."
Restaurant review: Draper Brothers Chophouse is gorgeous remake of old Blue Marlin space
Experiment with the menu to find gems like the beef bourguignon stew and smoked tomato risotto.
For starters, Packers’ offensive line needs depth charge from 2024 NFL Draft
Green Bay kicked off its offseason program on Monday with the starting five blockers likely already set.
3 biggest needs for Wisconsin women's basketball this offseason
The Badgers' continued rebuild took a big step forward this season. Here are the three biggest needs to address this offseason to keep the momentum going.
Wisconsin women's hockey player 'going to be an absolute star' after World Championship debut
Badgers women's hockey player Laila Edwards scored six goals on her final seven shots and earned MVP honors but the U.S. lost to Canada for the gold medal.
Milwaukee County Zoo steam locomotives get new life in Wisconsin Dells
The Riverside & Great Northern Railway now has two of the zoo's three steam locomotives and the third will arrive this fall.
Madison episode of 'Top Chef' features a 'Supper Club' challenge
The fifth episode of "Top Chef: Wisconsin," dubbed “Supper Club,” aired Wednesday night on Bravo with the show featuring Madison.
Wisconsin Supreme Court justices question how much power legislative committees should have
The case, bought by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers against the Republican-controlled Legislature, could have a major impact on how state government functions.
Biden or Trump? Baldwin or Hovde? In Wisconsin right now, it's anyone's guess
The poll is the first since Republican Eric Hovde entered the race for the seat currently held by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, who is seeking a third term in November.
Emerging Packers tight ends could have depth added in 2024 NFL Draft
Injuries allowed opportunities for Packers tight ends to separate themselves. A late-round pick could add depth.
'Confused and scared,' woman accused of homicide said she doesn't remember pulling the trigger
A jury may decide Thursday whether Jakira Anderson is guilty of homicide.
Wisconsin football lands commitment from 2025 all-state safety from Neenah
The Badgers once again have a trio of in-state commits in their 2025 class with a Neenah standout planning to come to Madison.
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art chooses its next director
In October, the museum announced that Christina Brungardt, the organization's director for the past three years, was leaving.
Authorities identify 3 killed in crash Saturday near Whitewater
Four more people were taken to hospitals after the crash when a van failed to stop at a stop sign and was hit by an SUV and a truck.
5 high school baseball stars from the Madison area: April 18 edition
Dominant pitching took center stage, while a number of big bats also broke through. Here are this week's baseball stars.
Don't let Earth Day become 'Energy Independence Day' -- Steven Reusser
Earth Day is Monday. It is a reminder and a call to work for a clean and healthy environment.