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Wisconsin Yard & Garden: Plant hormones change with seasons
The process of leaves turning yellow, orange and red in fall started as the active growth hormones, which promote chlorophyll (green pigment) in leaves, started to decline due to longer dark periods accumulating each day.
Wausau weather for Sunday and Monday
Wausau weather for Sunday and Monday
Packers vs. Buccaneers: 5 things to watch and a prediction for Week 4
Desperation time in Tampa. The Packers are 1-7 over their last eight games, the Bucs are winless, and Green Bay is coming off a brutal 21-point home loss. With an undrafted rookie starting at QB for Tampa Bay, can Jordan Love and a rebuilt offensive line finally get the Packers…
Colton Joseph accounts for 4 touchdowns and Wisconsin routs Michigan State 31-3
After knocking off Penn State last week, Wisconsin is now 4-1 and 2-0 in the Big Ten — and knocking on the door of the Top 25.
NFL Week 4 expert picks for Packers vs. Buccaneers
After an ugly three-touchdown home loss and with Green Bay’s offensive line in crisis mode, the Packers head to Tampa Bay desperately needing a turnaround. The good news? The winless Buccaneers are starting undrafted rookie QB Jalon Daniels — and an overwhelming majority of NFL…
Why newborn screening matters
Newborn screening is one of the first important health checks a baby receives, helping families and providers identify potential concerns before symptoms develop.
Today in History: Today is Saturday, Oct. 3, the 276th day of 2026.
On this date: In 2006, American drama series "Friday Night Lights," starring Kyle Chandler and Connie Britton, premieres on NBC-TV.
What channel is Wisconsin vs Michigan State on today? Time, TV, stream
The Badgers are back at Camp Randall with some serious momentum. One week after erasing a 17-point deficit to stun Penn State, Wisconsin takes on Michigan State today with a chance to win a fourth straight game and head into the bye at 4-1. Here’s how to watch and listen.
Recipe of the week: Oktoberfest creamy bratwurst stew
Picture juicy bratwurst swimming in a velvety, beer-infused broth with tender potatoes, tangy sauerkraut and gooey Wisconsin cheddar. This Oktoberfest-inspired stew is rich, hearty and made for crisp Wisconsin fall nights. Grab a warm pretzel and dig in.
Wausau weather for Saturday and Sunday
Wausau weather for Saturday and Sunday
Emerald ash borer forces tree removal at Wausau’s Pleasant View Park
Much of the wooded area at Pleasant View Park could look very different by spring. Wausau is considering removing infested ash trees as emerald ash borer continues reshaping the city’s urban forest.
ESPN predicts the Wisconsin vs. Michigan State final score in Week 5
Could Luke Fickell’s team avoid the upset scare and keep the momentum rolling after its huge win at Penn State?