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Badgers fall on the road in rescheduled game against Northwestern

A pattern seems to be emerging for the Badgers this season. In every game that a typical starter is injured, Wisconsin (12-6, 4-4 Big Ten) loses. Unfortunately, the pattern was further reinforced on Monday night in Evanston, as Coach Greg Gard’s team dropped another tight game, this time to Northwestern (13-5, 4-3) by a score of 66-63.

Gambling on gold: Here are the nominees for best picture at the 95th Academy Awards

After an arduous campaign season, the nominees for the 95th Academy Awards were finally announced by Academy Award winner Riz Ahmed and actress Allison Williams via livestream early Tuesday morning from the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater.

Badgers put up tough home stand in weekend split against Buckeyes

The Wisconsin Badgers (10-14-0, 3-11-0 Big Ten) almost cracked the nut in their second go around versus No. 7 Ohio State (16-9-1, 9-7-0), handing the Buckeyes a series-split at home.

Badgers get back in win column with close victory over Penn State at home

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. But if it is broken, then something has to change. 

Madison to lead over 100 communities in National Women’s March for abortion rights

Madison abortion rights activists will lead demonstrators in over 100 communities nationwide during the flagship 2023 National Women’s March event this Sunday at the Wisconsin State Capitol.

No. 18 Wisconsin suffers second straight Big Ten loss against Michigan State

In a return to the Kohl Center for the just the second time in 2023, the 18th ranked Wisconsin Badgers (11-4, 3-2 Big Ten) once again struggled to produce a quality performance, as they could not contain the unranked Michigan State Spartans (12-4, 4-1) at home, 69-65.

2022 in review: Evaluating Wisconsin’s defensive starters

After a season full of changes and new developments, the Wisconsin Badgers finished 2022 with a 6-6 record (4-5 in Big Ten). Fielding a catalog of new starters after graduating so many seniors in 2021, the Badgers suffered from maddening inconsistencies at times in all three phases of the game. 

Hot and cold Badgers split weekend series against Notre Dame

The Wisconsin Badgers (9-13-0, 2-10-0 Big Ten) stood toe to toe with the No. 20 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (10-10-2, 5-6-1), earning a hard-fought series split and coming just short of an unfathomable comeback.

Crowl, Hepburn lead Wahl-less Badgers to narrow victory over Gophers

The Wisconsin Badgers (11-2, 3-0 Big Ten) kicked off the Big Ten portion of their schedule in true Big Ten fashion — with a frustratingly inconsistent offensive yet strong defensive performance. The Badgers ultimately pulled out a victory over the Minnesota Golden Gophers (6-7, 0-3) at home, 63-60. 

2022 in review: Evaluating Wisconsin’s offensive starters

The Wisconsin Badgers finished the 2022 regular season with a pedestrian 6-6 record (4-5 in Big Ten). Fielding a catalog of new starters after graduating so many seniors in 2021, the Badgers often suffered from maddening inconsistencies in all three phases of the game. 

Evers rebukes ‘bitter politics of resentment’ in second inaugural address

Tony Evers outlined a platform of affordability, access and equity during his inaugural address Tuesday at the State Capitol, where he was sworn in for a second term as Wisconsin’s 46th governor.

Evers seeks 'significant increase' for UW System in Wisconsin's next state budget

For most Wisconsinites, ringing in the new year meant making resolutions and enjoying a break from school or work. But for Gov. Tony Evers, 2023 ushered in Wisconsin’s hectic biennial state budget process.

Badgers split duels in annual Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off, fall short of title

The Wisconsin Badgers took a quick trip down Interstate 94 to Fiserv Forum in downtown Milwaukee, where they competed in the second annual Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off. 

Fickell takes Badgers for a spin in Guaranteed Rate Bowl

The Wisconsin Badgers (6-6, 4-5) will face the Oklahoma State Cowboys (7-5, 4-5) on Tuesday at 9:15 p.m. in the Guaranteed Rate Bowl. 

Wisconsin eliminated by Pittsburgh in Regional Finals

After another dominant season, including a 21-game win streak, the Wisconsin Badgers were eliminated from the NCAA tournament by the No. 2 Pittsburgh Panthers on Saturday, after defeating No. 11 Penn State on Friday.

Badgers dominate Drexel in Wisconsin Wrestling Showcase

The No. 11 Wisconsin Badgers easily defeated the Drexel Dragons in a blowout 37-3 home win Sunday at the Wisconsin Wrestling Showcase. 

Residents of Waters Residence Hall evacuate overnight after power outage

Residents of Waters Residence Hall at the University of Wisconsin-Madison vacated the dorm due to a power outage Friday night.

Badgers start Big Ten season strong, upset Terrapins at home

There truly is nothing like Big Ten basketball. So far in this young season, the Big Ten is shaping up to be one of the best conferences in the country, as it is year after year. Going into Tuesday night’s game against Maryland, the Badgers were considered near the bottom of the conference. But, after upsetting the No. 13 Terrapins 64-59 at the Kohl Center, it’s safe to say Wisconsin is ready to defend last season’s regular season title.

It’s more than the economy, stupid

A nomadic Twitter user only knows the most accurate American political pundit by his username — @Cityafreaks — or by the dime-sized profile picture that accompanies his written thoughts and, contrary to popular belief, is not Tony Soprano.