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14 celebrities who went to college in Wisconsin
Find out if you share an alma mater with one these 14 celebrities who attended college in Wisconsin.
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Your guide to celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility in Wisconsin
Check out this roundup of Transgender Day of Visibility celebrations and community events in Wisconsin.
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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (March 30-April 5)
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.
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Christian Yelich’s dramatic pinch-hit home run sends Brewers to opening sweep
Can the moment of the regular season be made before the calendar even turns to April? Because, if so, Christian Yelich may have just done it.
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Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Chad Smith starts music program in Milwaukee
Milwaukee after-school programs are getting a boost in funds and support for bringing music opportunities to kids – thanks to Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith. The Chad Smith Foundation, formed by Smith in August 2025, aims to increase access for young people in underserved areas to get involved in music. The foundation’s nationwide…
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What to know before Milwaukee Brewers’ Opening Day
The Milwaukee Brewers kick off their 2026 regular season on Thursday against the Chicago White Sox.
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Your guide to taking action in Wisconsin on No Kings Day
A roundup of No Kings Day protests, marches, and rallies at the State Capitol and across Wisconsin on March 28th.
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What effect did blizzard Iona have on Wisconsin wildlife?
The mid-March blizzard that tore through Wisconsin was not only big enough to get a name – Iona – and break numerous snowfall records. It also added stress to the state’s wildlife at a critical time of year. Non-migratory species such as white-tailed deer and wild turkey are typically low on nutritional reserves in late…
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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (March 23-29)
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.
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Wisconsin survives late Ohio State rally to win National Championship
For the second straight season, the Wisconsin Badgers women’s hockey team has won the National Championship. After taking down the host team, No. 3 Penn State, in an overtime thriller in the semifinals, Wisconsin was able to use an early 2-0 first-period lead to its advantage against No. 1 Ohio State. Wisconsin and OSU have…
