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Finding Balance On Wisconsin’s First Certified Forest Bathing Trail
From stroke recovery to factory burnout, visitors say Tara Lila offers a rare mix of calm and alertness.
Misiorowski continues Cy Young Award push and Turang gets 100th RBI as Brewers beat Cardinals 6-4
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jacob Misiorowski allowed two hits in 5 1/3 shutout innings to cap his brilliant season as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4 on Sunday. The Brewers improved to 103-59 and closed the regular season with five straight victories, matching…
5 things to know and do the week of Sept. 28
Walk and tour the National Avenue street project; watch student presentations at Escuela Verde; join the Harambee Neighborhood Improvement District’s monthly meeting; and more.
Deadline approaching to file for a pardon from Gov. Evers
As Gov. Tony Evers prepares to leave office in January, the pardon process he reestablished may end as well. Here’s what we know and some tips on how to apply before the deadline on Oct. 5.
Donation Lets Madison Put Body Cameras On Cops Two Years Early
Mayor now backs department-wide cameras by 2027, after fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz and rising pressure.
Democrats See Opening In Long-Red Seat Over Data Center Tax Breaks
Rally in River Falls spotlights anger over a $1.6 billion exemption and its GOP author, Shannon Zimmerman.
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Turang’s go-ahead homer lifts Brewers over Cardinals 3-2 for 102nd win
Brice Turang hit a go-ahead two-run homer as the Milwaukee Brewers beat St. Louis 3-2 for their MLB-leading 102nd win of the season.
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Wisconsin Cream Puffs will Offer a Taste of Fall
Fall in Wisconsin means changing leaves, crisp mornings and, apparently, putting pumpkin spice and apple crisp inside a cream puff. The seasonal favorites offer a taste of fall at this year’s Harvest Fair at State Fair Park in West Allis. The Pumpkin Spice Cream Puff and Apple…
Milwaukee Chef Featured in New Season of Hell’s Kitchen
Il Ponte and Lupi & Iris chef has had rapid climb through the ranks.