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Mayor Don Merkes broke a tie vote, noting Appleton, Fox Crossing, Harrison and Neenah all allow urban chickens.

USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin's Ricardo Arguello gives his predictions for all five divisions of the WIAA boys basketball playoffs.

Legislative and legal action are being considered as road closures enter their second month on the northern Wisconsin reservation.

Bipartisan cooperation could "really make a difference" in helping schools be more effective in how they teach reading, said one legislator.

Although February is a time to intentionally celebrate and honor Black history, Kempton Freeman, a cultural adviser at Appleton West High School, said "culture is all year round."

Jerry Petitgoue stays in contact with former players and manages to connect with their sons. He's in good health and winning games. Not bad for 82.

Gardeners who grow lime and lemon trees out on the patio in summer bring them along in the house for winter, and that's when the real fun begins.

Citizen oversight board wasn't involved in reviewing police investigation; mayor says he was unaware independent review ordered by city was halted

Breweries around Wisconsin are pushing for sustainable practices. But as the environment becomes more unstable, costs will continue to grow.

The move to the Kohl Center was a big success for girls wrestling in Wisconsin; plus updated girls basketball sectional pairings.