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Wisconsin Assembly passes bills on online sports betting, college athlete endorsements - Wausau Pilot & Review
by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner February 19, 2026 The Wisconsin Assembly on Thursday passed bills to legalize online sports betting and add state
Healthier Bodies, Minds, and Communities: Celebrating National Recreational Sports and Fitness Day with the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Sport and fitness are foundational elements of the Special Olympics movement. Through year-round sport training, competitions, and inclusive fitness opportunities, Special Olympics athletes are empowered to improve their health, build self-confidence, and experience belonging in their communities. At the heart of the Special Olympics mission is a reminder that movement does not have to come with a scoreboard or trophy to create a lasting impact. This focus on participation over performance is emphasized on National Recreational Sports and Fitness Day.
Impacted Northeast Wisconsin business reacts to Supreme Court's tariff strikedown
SHEBOYGAN (WLUK) -- Friday, in a 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump's emergency tariffs are illegal. For area small business
Wisconsin Assembly passes bills on online sports betting, college athlete endorsements
The Wisconsin Assembly passed a bill Thursday that would legalize online sports betting, run by the state's tribes, in the state.
Wisconsin GOP leader Robin Vos, who clashed with Trump, leaving office after reshaping the state
The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state’s Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.
Wisconsin poised to leave Arkansas as only state without expanded Medicaid for new moms
Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats
August 'still confident' Wisconsin sports wagering bill will pass Assembly
(The Center Square) - Wisconsin sports wagering bill sponsor Rep. Tyler August said Wednesday afternoon that he was “still confident” that he could get a bill passed in the state Assembly this session...
Marquette well represented among Milwaukee Business Journal Power Players
The list spotlights individuals who are getting things done in southeast Wisconsin.
Wisconsin high school student addresses lack of 'critical' funding support for youth entrepreneurships
Junior high school student, Sophia Knetter, discusses the common misconceptions about starting a youth-run business, noting the advantages of being young.
Ohio State upends No. 24 Wisconsin 86-69
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Bruce Thornton scored 27 points and Devin Royal added 25 for Ohio State as the Buckeyes knocked off No. 24 Wisconsin 86-69 Tuesday night.
Wisconsin hemp business owners want industry regulation; here's why
A new federal law signed in November 2025 is set to narrow the definition of hemp by November 2026.
FanDuel Sports, which broadcasts Bucks games, to close Brookfield office
The era of FanDuel Sports Network in Wisconsin has an end date of April 14 when Main Street Sports Group plans to end its presence in the state.
No. 24 Wisconsin aims to avoid letdown against Ohio State
Wisconsin coach Greg Gard promises the No. 24 Badgers will stay focused on the present when the giant killers play at Ohio State on Tuesday.
The Beach Boys to close 2026 Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS, Wis. (WKOW) — The Wisconsin State Fair is set to end on a high note with The Beach Boys performing at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on
Dem governor candidate Roys proposes 'KeldaCare' health care platform
Part of Democrat Kelda Roys' health care proposal includes Wisconsinite's to buy into the health plan for state employees
Science and Technology Innovation Center opens, ushering in a new era of STEM education
Monday, Jan. 26 marked a day years in the making when the University of Wisconsin-River Falls new Science and Technology Innovation Center (SciTech) opened for its first day of classes. “We had about two years of design and two and a half years of construction,” said Alan Symicek, chief facilities officer at UWRF. “So this...
Local entrepreneur finds sweet success with Mr. Sweets bakery business
Nic Ruffi, known as Mr. Sweets, is making a name for himself at his home bakery in central Wisconsin.
Top 25 And 1: Jeremy Fears makes Michigan State vs. Wisconsin a must-watch
The Spartans, the No. 12 team in Friday's CBS Sports Top 25 And 1, face the Badgers in Big Ten battle.
MMAC, business groups sue Port Washington over referendum on large TIDs
MMAC and six other Wisconsin business and trade groups sued the City of Port Washington over a resident-proposed referendum on expensive TIDs.
Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute welcomes three new academic institutions
The institute’s newest partners will include the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee School of Engineering and Waukesha County Technical College.
WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss how election-year politics may shape plans for Wisconsin's $2.5B surplus
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss how the 2026 legislative elections will shape plans to spend Wisconsin's $2.5 billion budget surplus. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G.Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute Welcomes Three New Academic Institutions: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee School of Engineering, and Waukesha County Technical College
The Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute (NMDSI) – a first-of-its-kind partnership between Northwestern Mutual, Marquette University, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) –...
Wisconsin Bolsters Resume With Overtime Win at No. 8 Illinois
Wisconsin beats No. 8 Illinois in overtime in Champaign to earn another significant road victory.
Wisconsin rallies to stun No. 8 Illinois in overtime for latest road upset win
The win was Wisconsin's second road victory over a top-10 team already this season.
Wisconsin tribes push for online sports betting bill
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin's tribal nations gathered at the state Capitol today to celebrate 2025's achievements and call for additional legislative support, with online sports betting taking center stage during
Harvard Business School Club of Wisconsin seeks nonprofits for key program
The deadline is February 28 for the program titled “Strategic Perspectives in Nonprofit Management."
Lamar Wilkerson clinches Indiana's overtime win over Wisconsin, a momentum builder
The Hoosiers saw their lead diminish in the second half, and trailed for portions of overtime, until there were 2.8 seconds left. On an important win for IU:
Big donors to Wisconsin political campaigns appear in Epstein files
Top donors to Wisconsin politicians are mentioned in the the latest release of files related to investigations into pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Dairy Business Association leader says WI ag bills need to pass soon
The executive director of the Dairy Business Association says several bills need to cross the finish line during the final weeks of the Wisconsin legislative session. Chad Zuleger tells Brownfield legislation close to getting final floor votes would help veterinary students pay for their education if they work in rural Wisconsin. “They’re free to do […]
Lawmakers approve $10M for western Wisconsin mental health and treatment facility
Wisconsin lawmakers have released $10 million to help construct a new mental health and substance abuse treatment center in western Wisconsin.
Public health officials take steps to limit measles spread in Dane Co.
MADISON — Public Health Madison Dane County confirmed Monday that a University of Wisconsin-Madison student was infected with measles, marking the county's first confirmed case since 2024.
Measles case reported in Dane County, Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services says
Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Public Health Madison-Dane County said the person became exposed to the illness during international travel.
Wisconsin communities invest in sports tourism to grow hosting opportunities
Tournaments and games — large and small — offer tourism sector opportunities. A pair of Green Bay sporting facilities have projects built around expanding tourism.
Wisconsin communities invest in sports tourism to grow hosting opportunities
Tournaments and games — large and small — offer tourism sector opportunities. A pair of Green Bay sporting facilities have projects built around expanding tourism.
150-acre sports complex delayed after outcry from Wisconsin residents
After listening for hours of residents' opposition to the plan, the Big Bend Plan Commission tabled action on The Breck. It could still return.
How Trump's Tom Tiffany endorsement scrambles Wisconsin governor race
Tom Tiffany is now running alone in the Republican field for governor while seven Democrats battle it out. Here's how that changes the race.
The Madison businesses closing Friday for anti-ICE ‘national shutdown’
Rallies are also scheduled at UW-Madison and the Wisconsin Capitol during a nationwide protest to federal immigration enforcement.
Trump endorses Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's open race for governor
Trump announced the endorsement in a social media post on Tuesday night, saying Tiffany “has always been at my side.”
Trump endorses Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's open race for governor
President Donald Trump has endorsed U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin’s open race for governor
Wisconsin, Minnesota try to shrug off painful home losses
Wisconsin has not lost back-to-back games at home in nearly three full seasons. Yet those are the stakes when the Badgers host Minnesota in a Big Ten matchup Wednesday in Madison, Wis.
Killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis scrambles Second Amendment politics for Trump and Republicans
Prominent Republicans and gun rights advocates helped elicit a White House turnabout this week after bristling over the administration's characterization of Alex Pretti, the second person killed in January by ...
Wisconsin superintendents ask Legislature to put politics aside and provide more funding
Wisconsin’s five largest public school districts are asking the state Legislature for more funding.
Wisconsin health officials announce measles case in Waukesha County
The case is related to international travel, health officials said. They gave no information on the person's gender, age or vaccination status.
Waukesha County measles case confirmed; Wisconsin health officials say
State and county health officials have confirmed a case of measles in a Waukesha County resident, the first in Wisconsin for 2026.
Wisconsin red hot going into matchup with struggling USC
Surging Wisconsin looks to extend its winning streak when it returns home to host Southern California in a Big Ten matchup on Sunday in Madison.
With Science and Technology Innovation Center, UWRF gets an upgrade
When students at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls return to class on Jan. 26, the newly opened Science and Technology Innovation Center is waiting for them.
With Science and Technology Innovation Center, UWRF gets an upgrade
When students at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls return to class on Jan. 26, the newly opened Science and Technology Innovation Center is waiting for them.
LIST: Business and program closings Friday due to extreme cold temperatures
MADISON (WKOW) — Churches, businesses and programs throughout southern Wisconsin are announcing closures for Friday due to the extreme cold temperatures.
GOP proposal would require DPI to expand mental health services to Wisconsin high schoolers
A Republican proposal would require the Department of Public Instruction to expand access to mental health services for some Wisconsin high school students.
1/22 Big Ten Basketball Preview: Wisconsin at Penn State
The season carries on tonight with just one Big Ten game as Wisconsin heads east to face Penn State. Let’s take a look at the upcoming action. Wisconsin Badgers at Penn State Nittany Lions Wisconsin heads out on the road tonight to face Penn State in a game they need to win to keep pace […]
Hyped Indiana-Miami title match sprinkled with Wisconsin flavor
The College Football Playoff national championship will feature former Badgers and an almost-Packers staffer.
New bug-tracking project aims to help monitor health of Wisconsin waterways
A new project seeks to expand access to a vast collection of aquatic insects that can be used to track the health of waterways across Wisconsin.
Full-length Replay: Oregon at Wisconsin
The Oregon Ducks travel to Madison to face the Wisconsin Badgers for a Big Ten matchup.
GovTony Evers signs executive order to alleviate Wisconsin energy shortage
Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he signed an executive order to extend the energy emergency in Wisconsin.
Who's raising the most money in the wide open Wisconsin governor race?
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley lead their primaries for governor in fundraising heading into 2026, new reports show.
Recalled dietary supplement powder warnings from Minnesota and Wisconsin health officials
Northwestern faces Wisconsin after Harter's 21-point game
Wisconsin Badgers (11-6, 3-3 Big Ten) at Northwestern Wildcats (7-10, 1-5 Big Ten) Evanston, Illinois; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Northwestern hosts Wisconsin after Casey Harter scored 21 points in Northwestern's 73-54 win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. The Wildcats have gone 5-4 in home games.
Middleton family concerned after Wisconsin health systems pause gender-affirming care for minors
On Friday, the family learned that UW Health was stopping prescriptions. She said she is committed to ensuring her son continues receiving care, but questions remain about accessibility.
UW Health, Children's Wisconsin pausing gender-affirming care for patients under 18
MADISON (WKOW) — UW Health said it is pausing some gender-affirming care due to recent actions taken by the federal government.
Full-length Replay: Big Ten Men's: Purdue at Wisconsin
From Kohl Center in Madison, WI.
Children's Wisconsin, UW Health stop providing gender-affirming treatments for minors
Children’s Wisconsin and UW Health have stopped providing gender-affirming care treatments to minors, citing recent federal policy changes.
Bracketology: Wisconsin in field of 68; Vanderbilt jumps to a No. 1 seed
Stunning weekend upsets shook up the projected NCAA Tournament bracket
Teaching Legislative Politics Through a Game: Active Learning, Assignment Co-creation, and Assessment Across Modalities -
Teaching Legislative Politics Through a Game: Active Learning, Assignment Co-creation, and Assessment Across Modalities By Jennifer L. Clemens, University of Wisconsin–Parkside and Michael A. Hansen, University of Turku This article examines a legislative politics simulation [...]
What's ahead in Wisconsin politics in 2026?
Madison politics reporters discuss their perspectives on WORT-FM's "A Public Affair."
Wisconsin youth mental health report reviews findings from 2025
The Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health released its 2025 review, presenting its findings on the current state of youth mental health in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin health officials oppose CDC overhaul of child vaccine schedule
CDC has removed flu, COVID-19, meningococcal disease, RSV, hepatitis A and B, and rotavirus from the list of shots the agency recommends for all children.
NE Wisconsin health officials, radon experts urge home testing during Radon Action Month
Counties and radon specialists are working to educate homeowners on the importance of testing and knowing your home's levels.
Wisconsin transfer center signs with a Big Ten rival
Wisconsin transfer center Jake Renfro signed with Illinois, according to CBSSports' Chris Hummer.
Journal Sentinel’s Todd Rosiak voted Wisconsin sportswriter of the year
Todd Rosiak, who covers the Brewers for the Journal Sentinel, is voted National Sports Media Association’s 2025 Wisconsin Sportswriter of the Year.
Wisconsin health leaders balk at new US vaccine recommendations for children
Wisconsin health leaders say they are "greatly concerned" about the new vaccine guidelines released Monday by the federal government.
Rock County business deemed total loss after late night fire
The Rock County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a fire completely destroys a business in Milton, Wisconsin.
Capitol Notes: The year ahead in Wisconsin politics
Midterms. Governor's race. Control of the Legislature. Legislative action on big issues. All that's ahead in 2026. Find out about it on Capitol Notes.
Standing Rocks County Park offers winter sports options in central Wisconsin
Standing Rocks County Park provides winter sports opportunities for families and outdoor enthusiasts in central Wisconsin, featuring three ski hills designed for beginners and learners.
Full-length Replay: Penn State at Wisconsin
The Penn State Lady Lions visit the Wisconsin Badgers for a Big Ten conference matchup.
Wisconsin judge convicted of obstructing arrest of immigrant resigns
Republicans had been making plans to impeach her ever since her Dec. 19 conviction.
SCORE Northeast Wisconsin mentor busts 6 most common business myths
Ryan Kauth, business coach and certified SCORE mentor, is busting six business myths.
How to Watch Vikings vs. Packers: Time, TV Channel and Live Stream
Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the NFL Week 18 Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers game, Sunday, Jan. 4.
WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' look ahead to 2026 in Wisconsin politics
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the big issues they see impacting Wisconsin politics in 2026. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
2026 state politics preview, History of midwest farming, Best bagels in Wisconsin
We look back at the top stories in state politics from last year and preview what’s to come in 2026. We also learn how the Midwest became the world’s agricultural […]
What Larry Meiller learned connecting with Wisconsin radio listeners
The longtime host of WPR’s “The Larry Meiller Show” will retire in June 2026 after almost 60 years on the air.
Health care premiums skyrocket for Wisconsin man as ACA subsidies expire
MADISON, Wis. -- "It's still a shock."
The politics before the elections: How 2025 sets the stage for a new year
The biggest stories of 2025 involved politics and set the stage for the New Year, 2026, when Wisconsin will vote for a new governor.
Lack of snow hinders growing, retaining winter-sports athletes
Wisconsin is among the regions in the world where there has been a significant decrease in natural snow. That can hinder winter-sports enthusiasts.
Wisconsin awarded $200M for rural health care, part of Trump megabill
Wisconsin plans to use the first-year award of $200 million to kickstart its plans to bolster its rural health workforce and invest in new tech.
Mount Horeb small business launches cream liqueur made with Wisconsin dairy
A small business in Mount Horeb recently launched a new cream liqueur that’s already in more than 50 locations across the state.
Boyd, Winter lead Wisconsin past Milwaukee 80-60
MADISON, Wisc. (AP) Nick Boyd scored 16 points and Nolan Winter scored 14 points and Wisconsin beat Milwaukee 80-60 on Tuesday night.
My New Year’s Resolutions For Every Wisconsin Team
What do we need to see from every Badgers team in 2025?
The Brewers are the bright spot of an overcast Wisconsin sports scene
The Brewers may be the strongest pro team in Wisconsin right now.
The weird and surprising Wisconsin sports stories in 2025
Some moments were uplifting, some were off-putting and some were just weird. These were the surprising and funny Wisconsin sports stories of 2025.
Wisconsin should have more Winter Olympians. How can it happen?
Those closest to the winter-sports scene in Wisconsin say providing more opportunities will create more Winter Olympians from the state.
12/30 Big Ten Basketball Preview: Wisconsin Hosts Milwaukee
The season continues on Tuesday with a triple header tipping off early this evening on BTN. Let’s take a look at the upcoming action. Howard at Northwestern Wildcats In the first game today Northwestern will look to close out the year with a much needed win. The Wildcats are 2-4 over their past six games, […]
Youth baseball becoming year-round sport in Wis., producing more talent but with concerns
Youth sports have become a year-round reality for many as more and more indoor sports facilities are being built in Wisconsin.
UW-La Crosse political scientist Anthony Chergosky’s Top 5 Wisconsin politics topics of 2025
UW-L political science professor, Dr. Anthony Chergosky in the WIZM studio for La Crosse Talk with his Top 5 Wisconsin politics topics of 2025. From the governor’s race to controversy around judges to the state budget and the government shutdown, Chergosky dissects what he saw as the biggest stories in Wisconsin politics. La Crosse Talk […]
Political violence, historic spending and a retiring governor: 2025 in Wisconsin politics
FOX 11's Emily Matesic recaps the notable stories of 2025 in Wisconsin politics.
McKinstry's Home Furnishings, Beaver Dam's Oldest Business, to Close After 167 Years
(BEAVER DAM) McKinstry’s Home Furnishings, the oldest business in Beaver Dam and the oldest family-owned home furnishings store in Wisconsin, is announcing plans to close ... Read more
Wisconsin small business owners fear loss of Affordable Care Act subsidies
State Democratic leaders join business owners to criticize Republicans who oppose extending tax credits for the Affordable Care Act.
Top stories in Wisconsin politics in 2025, Wisconsin's 1970s bra flag
From a Supreme Court race to deep cuts to federal government, it's been a big year for Wisconsin politics. Today, our politics team looks back at the stories of the year. we'll hear that discussion of the year in politics. And, from Wisconsin Life, a story about a groundbreaking feminist artist in Wisconsin in the 1970s.
Wisconsin sues Trump over rules restricting gender-affirming care
The lawsuit comes less than a week after RFK Jr. proposed new rules barring health care providers from gender-affirming care treatment.