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Milwaukee crowds join millions across the U.S. in “No Kings” protest against Trump’s assault on democracy
More than 15,000 demonstrators were estimated to participate in the nonpartisan event downtown. Milwaukee Police said there were no arrests or significant disruptions as the crowd moved along a two-mile route through the city center. Smaller...
5 questions Ducks will have to answer in Week 9 against Wisconsin
Let's be honest: if the Oregon Ducks play anything like they have through seven games, they'll roll the Wisconsin Badgers in Week 9. Wisconsin simply doesn't have the manpower or the coaching to win — and maybe not even keep it competitive....
OpenAI, Oracle named as users of $15B Wisconsin data center
The Blueprint OpenAI and Oracle partner on $15B data centers campus in Port Washington, Wis. Project to create 4,000 construction and 1,000 long-term jobs. Campus will use clean energy, closed-loop cooling, and restore local water. City plans tax...
Wisconsin’s Football Failings: Report Card from 34-0 Loss to OSU
The University of Wisconsin football team faced a crushing 34-0 defeat against No. 1 Ohio State, reflecting a program in turmoil. With a 2-5 overall record and 0-4 in Big Ten play, the Badgers have endured their worst offensive performance in...
6-touchdown night in region-clinching win leads top performers of Week 12
Georgia high school football Week 12 featured huge games and standout performances across the state. (Jason Getz/AJC) Amari Latimer is a four-star prospect committed to Wisconsin but only the fourth-highest senior running back prospect in Georgia....
New law supports state EMS, Clean energy tax credits, History of the American Birkebeiner
We learn about a new law that could benefit state EMS workers. Then, we learn about clean energy tax credits in Wisconsin. Then, a celebration of the 50th anniversary of a cult classic film. And a Wisconsin author tells us about his newest book...
What Are the 63 Hidden Ivies? The Full 2025 List of America’s Elite Colleges Beyond the Ivy League
What Are the 63 Hidden Ivies? The Full 2025 List of America’s Elite Colleges Beyond the Ivy League Colleges Ranking Index by Rebellion Research For decades, the eight Ivy League schools—Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth,...
Bikes for Kids Wisconsin hosts Giving Tuesday Telethon to donate bikes to children in need
A Wisconsin nonprofit is raising money to donate bikes to children in the community. Bikes for Kids Wisconsin will host its annual Giving Tuesday Telethon and Virtual Auction on Dec. 2, where it will accept donations to help in its mission of...
7 events to check out across Wisconsin Oct. 24-26
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) -Here’s a look at the 7 big events happening across Wisconsin this weekend. It’s the last weekend to see the fall colors from a different perspective. You can catch a ride on the chairlift at Granite Peak Ski Area and...
Which West Central Wisconsin area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Oct. 27?
These ex-West Central Wisconsin area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Oct. 27. Adam Skifton Augustana Vikings Quarterback Freshman 6′2″ 205 Onalaska High School Hometown: Onalaska Next Game: vs. Northern State...
Supply chain disruption challenges Wisconsin manufacturers
Amid lingering global trade uncertainty and a federal government shutdown that appears to have no end in sight, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce held its annual Business Day event Thursday at Monona Terrace. An estimated 900 attendees gathered...
Marion company's search-and-rescue boat wins title of 'Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin'
1000 Island Airboats in Marion won the 2025 title of"Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin" for their search-and-rescue boat, Oct. 23, 2025. (Photo courtesy:Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce) MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — A product that’s manufactured in...
The legend of the Edmund Fitzgerald lives on, 50 years…
The SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in a Lake Superior storm on November 10, 1975, killing all 29 crew members. The exact cause of the shipwreck remains unknown, and the wreck site is now a protected grave. Gordon Lightfoot's popular folk ballad helped...
Marion company makes Wisconsin's Coolest Thing
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce anounced this year’s Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin us Search and Rescue 1000 Island Airboats, manufactured by 1000 Island Airboats in Marion. The airboat was crowned the winner at WMC’s annual Business Day...
Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight vs Toronto Raptors? Latest update on the Milwaukee Bucks star’s injury report (October 24, 2025)
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Image via USA Today) Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as probable to play tonight against the Toronto Raptors despite managing a left great toe sprain, according to the Milwaukee Bucks’ latest injury update from October 24,...
1000 Islands Airboats wins 'Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin' contest
MADISON, Wis. — A Marion-based manufacturer takes home the honor of making the “Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin.” Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce along with Johnson Financial Group announces that Search and Rescue 1000 Island Airboats is the...
DATCP Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Grant Program Application Open Though January 16
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin farmers and cooperating entities to apply for commercial Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program (NOPP) research grants through January...
Massive southeast Wisconsin data center plans have key differences
Major tech companies including Microsoft, OpenAI, and Oracle are making multi-billion-dollar investments to build AI data centers in Wisconsin. Both the Microsoft project in Mount Pleasant and the OpenAI/Oracle project in Port Washington involve...
FDA Inspection: What type of Wisconsin companies were under most scrutiny during September?
Benjamin D. Moncarz Chief Financial Officer - FDA | Official Website Benjamin D. Moncarz Chief Financial Officer - FDA | Official Website In September, four Veterinary companies received four FDA inspections in Wisconsin, according to the U.S....
Lake Ridge Bank opens Janesville location
Lake Ridge Bank opened its new, full-service Janesville location on Monday. Focusing heavily on farming and agriculture in Janesville since 2014, the newly expanded location will provide banking and financial services to the greater community....