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Bucks finalizing deal with veteran coach after firing Adrian Griffin, source says
Less than 24 hours after firing Adrian Griffin just 43 games into his first season as coach, Milwaukee is nearing a deal with his replacement.
Tony Evers secures federal grant for largest land conservation purchase in Wisconsin history
Republicans on the Legislature’s budget committee in April blocked spending stewardship dollars on the nearly 70,000-acre property east of Rhinelander in northern Wisconsin known as the Pelican River Forest.
Madison chef, chocolatier and meal-kit business recognized by James Beard Foundation
The organization announced its 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists Wednesday.
Dog shot after attacking, biting Janesville police officer
The officer suffered minor injuries and was treated at a local hospital, Janesville police said.
Hands on Wisconsin: City needs new plan to plow streets, not name them
Madison officials are weighing changes to naming conventions for streets, including allowing roads to be named after individuals again. The plan is supposed to increase inclusivity of underrepresented groups in Madison.
Packers fire embattled defensive coordinator Joe Barry
The Packers defense dominated the Cowboys in the playoffs, but that effort wasn't enough to save Joe Barry's job in Green Bay.
Cooks' Exchange: Potato salad for the ages
While temperatures drop and snow continues to fall at its leisure, what better way is there than to spend the day opening mail from you, my readers, with favorite recipes to share with others within the confines of their own…
Passersby rescue burning man from vehicle fire on Southwest Side, authorities say
The driver was taken to a local hospital and no information on his condition was available, the Madison Fire Department said.
6 goalies defending the net for high school girls hockey teams
Here are six goalies that opposing area girls hockey teams have struggled to score on this season.
How a pay raise for Madison City Council members just fell apart
The council took four different votes on raising their annual salary above the current $15,000 but failed to garner enough support for it to pass.
2 charged in killing of man whose body was found in rural Juneau County
Two people have been charged in the killing of a man whose body was found last week in a parking area near the Oakridge Trail between Camp Douglas and Necedah.
UW-Madison exhibit highlights Appalachian craft with a modern aesthetic
"Heart, Head, and Hand" features works of simple beauty by Berea College students and faculty
Sustainable construction consultant named to vacant Madison City Council seat
John Guequierre had previously lost a race for the seat last year.
Graduate delivers 'a little extra' in final Wisconsin men's basketball game at Minnesota
Brad Davison's message to his former teammate didn't come to fruition, though the dominance didn't stop. Plenty of motivating factors led to a brilliant performance.
Appleton police officer fatally shoots person who shot at cops, authorities say
The Appleton Police Department was responding to a weapons complaint at the Maritime Bar around 1:30 a.m. when an armed person shot at officers, state officials said.
Here are the most requested items at the Madison Public Library
From books to garden seeds, here is what library patrons are borrowing in Madison.
Trying to bypass Wisconsin Supreme Court on redistricting, Republicans alter Tony Evers' map
Republican lawmakers on Tuesday advanced a version of legislative maps they said are based on Democratic Gov. Tony Evers's own proposal but changed to pit fewer incumbents against each other.
Tenants of troubled Housing First projects need court protection, Madison and advocates say
A judge will be asked Thursday to OK the closure of the Rethke Terrace project for homeless singles and veterans and the Tree Lane Apartments for homeless families.
Veteran Packers safety laments playoff mistake and isn't 'nervous' with uncertain future
The 2019 first-round draft pick has had up-and-down seasons in Green Bay. Instead of playing this week, an uncertain offseason awaits.
Slugging veteran agrees to deal to be Brewers first baseman
The Brewers needed a corner infielder and a veteran who missed 2023 hopes to return to his 30-homer form.