Q&A: Graphic Novelist Craig Thompson Explores His Wisconsin ‘Ginseng Roots’

Growing up in the farm community of Marathon, Wisconsin, Craig Thompson and his siblings joined their mother to work as on the area ginseng farms, pulling weeds and rocks as kids. At that time in the 1980s, Marathon, a town of 1200, was the biggest …

Wisconsin hospitals focus on ‘grow our own’ workforce

(The Center Square) – Wisconsin’s hospitals say they are trying, the best they can, to solve their own workforce needs across the state. The Wisconsin Hospital Association testified before lawmakers at the Capitol in Madison on Wednesday about the 2025 …

One of the Best Restaurants in America is in Wisconsin

I'm not going to lie, writing about food makes me mighty hungry. Like many people, I am a snacker. The hazards of snacking are losing your appetite for dinner. Somewhere, I can hear my mom warning about just that. If you're a foodie who saves their …

Avery's bid to present alternate suspect evidence rejected by Wisconsin Supreme Court

(WLUK) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court denied Steven Avery’s latest bid for a new trial for his conviction for the murder of Teresa Halbach. Avery, 62, is serving a life sentence for the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach, a freelance photographer. Avery has …

Wisconsin-Notre Dame 2026 game at Lambeau Field changes date

MADISON (WLUK) -- The Lambeau Field matchup between University of Wisconsin and University of Notre Dame is being rescheduled for the second time. The game was previously set for Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. The schools announced Wednesday, the game has now …

Will Walgreens store closures affect Wisconsin pharmacies?

Wisconsin’s Sports Betting Model vs. Neighboring States

Sports betting is becoming more and more popular across the United States. What’s interesting is that each state has approached its legalization and regulation in different ways. Wisconsin, in particular, has had a more cautious and limited approach. So …

NCAA champion takes over as Wisconsin swimming and diving coach

The University of Wisconsin has hired a former NCAA champion and 10-time All-American to be its next swimming and diving coach. Jack Brown will take over the position vacated by Yuri Suguiyama, who announced in April he was leaving to become the senior …

University of Wisconsin-Platteville student killed dorm RA, self

Two students were fatally shot Monday in an “isolated” incident at a dorm at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Police later confirmed one’s wounds were self-inflicted. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. at Wilgus Hall, a student residence hall, …

Feeding Wisconsin: Statement on the House of Representatives consideration of the...

As Congress considers budget reconciliation legislation this week, Feeding Wisconsin urges lawmakers to reject proposals that would reduce funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). When these programs are strong, they help families …