David Crowley wins Democratic governors primary

OPINION

She’s the man: The patriarchy’s mightiest warriors are conservative women

By Siena Ferraro | Jul. 30

Conservative counter-feminism coming from female public figures both exacerbates and normalizes implicit hatred towards women.

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SCIENCE

Research opportunities at UW don’t end when summer begins

By Katya Sopkovich | Jul. 30

Paid research opportunities and flexible summer schedules give students hands-on experiences while helping them discover possible career paths.

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SCIENCE

Sierra Club challenges environmental review for proposed Wisconsin AI data center

By Lauren Eno | Jul. 30

A lawsuit over a proposed Vantage Data Centers campus in Port Washington argues the project requires a more comprehensive review of potential environmental impacts.

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STATE NEWS

Ben Wikler, Pete Buttigieg rally Democratic Party in Madison tour stop

By Ethan Morse | Jul. 30

Former Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler made his first book tour stop with former Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, highlighting his career and Democratic hopes in upcoming elections. 

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OPINION

Wisconsin can elect progressives if Democrats stop standing in their way

By Brady Ahler | Jul. 30

Democrats cannot keep calling progressive candidates “unelectable” while refusing to let them compete on an even playing field. 

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CITY NEWS

Madison faces $7.2M in budget cuts under state spending limits

By Ted Hyngstrom | Jul. 30

City officials say reductions to services, hiring and community programs may be necessary to comply with Wisconsin's municipal spending cap.

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News

Madison's Vintage Passport returns for second summer, connecting shoppers to 16 stores

By Ryan Kim | Jul. 30

Vintage fashion trends come and go — from Y2K aesthetics to 90s streetwear — but Madison’s secondhand community continues to grow. Across 16 vintage stores in Madison, the Vintage Passport invites people to discover new pieces and favorites through Sept. 1.

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SPONSORED

Off-campus essentials: New apartment must-haves for students

By James Norcross | Jul. 30

University of Wisconsin-Madison students share their college apartment tips and tricks, from cooking essentials to advice for living with roommates.

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SPONSORED

A senior’s guide to beating the Madison heat

By Jackson Baker | Jul. 30

Avoid the heat waves and cool off with these time-tested local tricks.

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CAMPUS NEWS

UW-Madison to open Irving and Dorothy Levy Hall this fall

By Aanya Agrawal | Jul. 30

The university’s newest academic building aims to foster collaboration and creativity among students, faculty and staff.

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ARTS

Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is a cinematic marvel, but it’s not for everyone

By Liset Zacker | Jul. 30

With “The Odyssey,” Christopher Nolan cements his place among modern filmmaking’s elite, creating a cinephile's dream film.

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STATE NEWS

Your Wisconsin’s primary election need to know

By Audrey Lopez-Stane | Jul. 29

Wisconsin’s primary election is just a couple weeks away. Here’s what to know about the governor’s race and Madison area districts before you head to the polls.

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CAMPUS NEWS

Q&A: Miss Wisconsin 2026 is ready to spread the power of resilience

By Alexa Cattouse | Jul. 28

In an interview with The Daily Cardinal, Miss Wisconsin 2026 Jordenne Butler opens up about her long pageant journey, community service initiative and confronting pageant stereotypes. 

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CITY NEWS

Realta Fusion settles in Madison’s former Oscar Mayer plant

By Sonia Bendre | Jul. 28

The nuclear fusion company will receive up to $55 million in financial incentives to build their business in Madison, and plans to expand hiring initiatives at University of Wisconsin-Madison to fill over 600 new jobs.

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IN-DEPTH

A ride for everyone: How one non-profit is addressing an entire city’s transportation needs

By Jake Kilander | Jul. 27

On a sunny, mid-60s Friday afternoon in Madison, Wisconsin, Mar is getting her bike fixed. During her 20s in Costa Rica, Mar would mountain bike everywhere. Now, as a resident of the Eagle Heights community, Mar’s bicycle connects her to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus and the city of Madison as a whole. 

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CITY NEWS

Madison police fatally shoot man after officer injured during struggle, prompting large protests

By Alaina Walsh | Jul. 23

The Wisconsin Department of Justice is investigating after a Madison police officer fatally shot a Black man Wednesday afternoon during an attempted arrest on the city’s east side. 

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CAMPUS NEWS

Badgers win 2026 Cast In Steel competition series, inspire new generation of metal casters

By Layna Castellanos Alvarez | Jul. 20

Two teams of University of Wisconsin-Madison engineering students won first and second place in a metal casting competition — taking home a $25,000 grand prize. 

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FOOTBALL

Wisconsin welcomes Athletic Director Shawn Eichorst

By Otto von Sothen | Jul. 20

Wisconsin welcomes Athletic Director Shawn Eichorst 

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CAMPUS NEWS

UW-Madison’s six-wheeled food delivery robots leave campus

By Zoey Jiang | Jul. 19

Starship Technologies is pulling their delivery devices from the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus along with 1,200 other robots across U.S. university campuses.

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BASKETBALL

Former Badger Nick Boyd joins Golden State Warriors

By Dora Tsai | Jul. 19

After graduating in May 2026, the ex-Wisconsin guard is carving out his path to the NBA.