The state Joint Finance Committee approved the 2009-'11 biennial budget May 29 despite opposition from the JFC's Republican members.
Having released three full-length albums in five years, Grizzly Bear have taken plenty of time to develop as songwriters between releases, and their progression is fascinating. They have maintained a signature sound and achieved consistent, reliable results while managing to grow sonically from album to album. On their latest release, Veckatimest, they've reached a point where they are now appealing to all brands of indie listeners.
A recently published study at UW-Madison blames cultural stereotypes for the belief that men are biologically better at math than women.
First-year students should follow these instructions to get the most out of their Badger games.
Gov. Jim Doyle joined Vice President Joe Biden and the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to discuss high-speed rail projects for Wisconsin June 4 in Washington, D.C.
Erica gives her advice on having a healthy sexual relationship with your own body.'
Two downtown bars were able to hold onto their liquor license after a narrow one-vote margin to revoke them in Tuesday's special hearing of the Alcohol License Review Committee. The fate of a third downtown bar is still unknown.
After a tough last season for the defense, Wisconsin will hope to receive contributions from its new starters in 2009.
As Jillian enters her senior year, she wonders when she will finally grow up'
Three new apartment complexes on Madison's near east side received the go-ahead May 19 to replace affordable housing in the isthmus that will not price out the neighbors.
City and campus leaders need to step up contributions to safety, including tougher rules for rule-breaking bars.
Every summer, students soak up the sun in various locations on campus or visit the tanning booths. However, campus health officials warn that the risks of the sun's UV rays may not outweigh the benefits.'
The Kollege Klub, a popular downtown bar among UW students, has faced recent problems with the Madison Police Department concerning underage drinking and overcrowding.
Gov. Jim Doyle unveiled an increased ""across the board"" cut for state agencies but promised to protect taxpayers last Thursday as the state financial conditions continue to worsen.
The UW System Board of Regents approved Chancellor Biddy Martin's initiative to increase tuition for all UW-Madison undergraduates beginning in fall 2009.
Gov. Jim Doyle signed a bipartisan statewide ban on smoking in workplaces last Monday, after reaching a compromise with the Tavern League of Wisconsin.
Wilco keeps listeners engaged on their newest album'
The Madison Plan Commission approved outdoor seating for two new downtown barbeque restaurants that will open at the end of summer.
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