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Central Wisconsin ski resort to launch major expansion after state approval of Rib Mountain plan

December 28, 2022 - 5:00am

Granite Peak Ski Area will launch a significant expansion after the state approved a new master plan for Rib Mountain. The plan also calls for the creation of new hiking, climbing and mountain biking trails.

Surfing in Sheboygan: Locals, visitors ride Wisconsin waves even in winter months

December 20, 2022 - 12:20pm

While the so-called "Malibu of the Midwest" is less popular than famed surfing spots in California or Hawaii, the owner of a Sheboygan surf shop says his city — and plenty of others on the Great Lakes — offers a lot to the surfing community.

Mississippi reporter who broke Brett Favre scandal explains allegations against former Packers quarterback

December 19, 2022 - 6:10am

Anna Wolfe, an investigative journalist for Mississippi Today, explains the allegations against former Green Bay Packer quarterback Brett Favre and how money intended for poor families ended up paying for a new volleyball stadium.

Ask a question, Wisconsin: What are you curious about?

December 8, 2022 - 9:00am

We want to help deepen people's understanding of Wisconsin and the people who live here by answering your questions about the state. Ask a question, and we’ll investigate together!

'I look up to you': Pioneer female quarterback in Wisconsin inspires after touchdown pass

December 8, 2022 - 5:05am

Pewaukee senior Ava Matz’s touchdown pass in her Homecoming football game drew local and national attention. What happened after the game — when the cameras were off — is what might most stick with her.

Here's where Wisconsin will be watching the US Men's National Team vs. Netherlands in the World Cup

December 2, 2022 - 1:50pm

Wisconsinites will gather across the state at watch parties for Saturday's World Cup match between the U.S. Men's National Team and Netherlands.

Milwaukee Bucks play-by-play announcer assesses team after hot start

November 30, 2022 - 2:35pm

The Milwaukee Bucks may now be back on Earth after the team’s best start to a season ever. But the team’s play-by-play broadcaster says defense is keeping the Bucks near the top of the Eastern Conference and in championship contention.

Team USA defeats Iran in pivotal match-up to advance in World Cup

November 29, 2022 - 5:00pm

The U.S. men's national soccer team defeated Iran 1-0 Tuesday in a must-win FIFA World Cup match to advance to the second round.

Deer hunters killed around 14 percent more deer during the 2022 gun deer season

November 29, 2022 - 12:55pm

New data from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources shows hunters killed around 14 percent more deer overall during this year’s gun deer season compared to 2021.

Luke Fickell hired as head coach of Badgers football

November 28, 2022 - 3:10pm

Luke Fickell of the University of Cincinnati has been named the new head of the UW-Madison Badgers football program. University officials are calling the hire "a new era" for the team.

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Central Wisconsin ski resort to launch major expansion after state approval of Rib Mountain plan

Surfing in Sheboygan: Locals, visitors ride Wisconsin waves even in winter months

Mississippi reporter who broke Brett Favre scandal explains allegations against former Packers quarterback

Ask a question, Wisconsin: What are you curious about?

'I look up to you': Pioneer female quarterback in Wisconsin inspires after touchdown pass

Here's where Wisconsin will be watching the US Men's National Team vs. Netherlands in the World Cup

Milwaukee Bucks play-by-play announcer assesses team after hot start

Team USA defeats Iran in pivotal match-up to advance in World Cup

Deer hunters killed around 14 percent more deer during the 2022 gun deer season

Luke Fickell hired as head coach of Badgers football

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