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Spring Training 2020: Brewers Open Cactus League Play Saturday

February 21, 2020 - 4:00pm

The Milwaukee Brewers play their first Spring Training game Saturday. There are lots of new names on the team's roster for 2020. The Brewers open the regular season against the Chicago Cubs on March 26 in Milwaukee.

'Fantastic' Trail Conditions For American Birkebeiner, Organizer Says

February 21, 2020 - 11:00am

"I actually think we might have a record time on Saturday," Ben Popp, executive director of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, said of the trail conditions this year.

'Miracle On Ice' Turns 40: Wisconsin Coach Who Scored 2 Goals Will Attend Team Reunion

February 21, 2020 - 6:00am

Head coach Mark Johnson has led the Wisconsin Badgers to five national titles in women's hockey. Saturday marks the 40th anniversary of the "Miracle on Ice." Johnson, who scored two goals in the iconic game, spoke about his memories of the team.

Study: Miller Park Has Generated $2.5B In Economic Impact For Wisconsin

February 17, 2020 - 3:00pm

Miller Park, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, has created $2.5 billion in economic impact for Wisconsin over the last 20 years, according to a new report from the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce.

Bucks Sign Veteran, Lead NBA Heading Into All-Star Break

February 13, 2020 - 1:20pm

The Milwaukee Bucks are 6.5 games ahead of the Toronto Raptors in the Eastern Conference. They're on an eight-day break during the All-Star festivities in Chicago. Here's the latest on the league-leading team.

Wisconsin Snowmobiling Fatalities Could Exceed 10-Year Average

February 13, 2020 - 6:00am

Snowmobiling deaths have risen in the recent years, and four people have died on snowmobiles in the last two weeks. Experts say avoiding alcohol and taking safety classes help ensure safety.

How Fruit Flies May Be Able To Teach Us About Football Injuries

February 12, 2020 - 5:45am

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay are studying the affects of repetitive, mild brain injuries in fruit flies. It might sound like an obscure topic. But it could ultimately help scientists understand what happens to athletes who receive frequent blows to the head.

Sterling Brown Incident Inspires Milwaukee Bucks To Host Social Justice Forum

February 10, 2020 - 4:20pm

Milwaukee Bucks Co-Owner Marc Lasry took part in a panel discussion to close out the two-day summit. "I think when you own a team you have a responsibility and a commitment to the community," Lasry told the audience.

Badgers Coach Resigns After University Confirms He Used Racial Epithet In Presence of Student Athletes

February 6, 2020 - 11:35am

The University of Wisconsin-Madison announced Thursday the resignation of strength and conditioning coach Erik Helland. According to the university, Helland used a racial epithet while telling a story in front of members of the Badgers basketball team.

National Signing Day 2020: Badgers Football Update

February 5, 2020 - 1:50pm

College football season is months away, but the Wisconsin Badgers are still making headlines. In December, 19 scholarship recruits signed their national letters of intent to play in Madison. Here's a rundown of what's happening with the team.

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Spring Training 2020: Brewers Open Cactus League Play Saturday

'Fantastic' Trail Conditions For American Birkebeiner, Organizer Says

'Miracle On Ice' Turns 40: Wisconsin Coach Who Scored 2 Goals Will Attend Team Reunion

Study: Miller Park Has Generated $2.5B In Economic Impact For Wisconsin

Bucks Sign Veteran, Lead NBA Heading Into All-Star Break

Wisconsin Snowmobiling Fatalities Could Exceed 10-Year Average

How Fruit Flies May Be Able To Teach Us About Football Injuries

Sterling Brown Incident Inspires Milwaukee Bucks To Host Social Justice Forum

Badgers Coach Resigns After University Confirms He Used Racial Epithet In Presence of Student Athletes

National Signing Day 2020: Badgers Football Update

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