Top picks Raji, Matthews join other rookies for Packers’ orientation camp

GREEN BAY, Wis. — B.J. Raji and Clay Matthews are in for some culture shock in the NFL’s smallest market. At least they were smart enough to prepare for it.

3 found dead in gas-soaked Wis. home; man treated for fumes held as ‘person of interest’

NELSONVILLE, Wis. — A woman and her two young children found dead Thursday in a gasoline-soaked house appeared to be victims of a “violent death,” and a man treated for inhaling fumes at the home was taken into custody, authorities said.

Plunge in demand moves Oshkosh to 2Q loss; shares tumble 19 percent on news

OSHKOSH, Wis. — Specialty vehicle maker Oshkosh Corp. on Thursday said it moved to a loss in the second quarter as demand fell sharply amid the downturn.

Radio Shack employee accused of disorderly conduct, battery for punching customer

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — A Radio Shack employee faces disorderly conduct and battery charges for punching a customer. Police said the customer was trying to return an item Sunday, but the employee wouldn’t let him. The customer then asked to talk to a manager.

Wisconsin lawmakers approve safety alarms for day-care vehicles weeks after baby dies in van

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin legislators have voted to require day-care providers to install alarm systems in their vehicles to make sure drivers don’t leave children behind.

Wisconsin lawmakers approve bill to fine drivers who open car doors into bikers

MADISON, Wis. — Drivers will have to pay attention to bicyclists before they open car doors or face a fine under a bill approved by the Wisconsin Legislature.

Wis. teen allegedly steals from cars to get money to pay lawyer to defend him on other charges

Wis. teen allegedly steals from cars to pay lawyer

BELOIT, Wis. — A teen allegedly broke into cars to raise money to pay a lawyer to defend him on other charges. A criminal complaint said a resident caught the teen inside his Chevrolet Camaro in his garage about 4:30 a.m. April 16 and tackled him and held him for police.

The Progressive magazine celebrates 100 years as ‘freest place’ in American journalism

MADISON, Wis. — The Progressive magazine has a century’s worth of battles under its belt.

Packers build up defense, take DT Raji at No. 9 and trade up to take LB Matthews

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers added a big piece to their rebuilding defense in the first round of the NFL draft, taking Boston College defensive tackle B.J. Raji with the No. 9 overall pick on Saturday.

Packers keep building up defense, take Boston College DT Raji at No. 9 overall

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers filled a critical need on their rebuilding defense in the first round of the NFL draft, taking Boston College defensive tackle B.J. Raji with the No. 9 overall pick on Saturday.

Wisconsin passes bill requiring insurers to cover cochlear implants; gov. promises to sign

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin could become the first state requiring private insurance companies to cover cochlear implants for children with severe hearing problems.

Wis. university chancellor resigns amid donors’ criticism, questions about hitting parked car

MADISON, Wis. — A central Wisconsin university chancellor announced her resignation Thursday after a series of conflicts with students and donors and questions about how she handled a traffic accident.

Black-and-white printing goes green with soy-based printer toner, with promising early results

SPARTA, Wis. — Every time you print out a page on a laser printer you’re using toner made from petroleum-based products. Now there’s a greener choice that shows promise: a toner product derived from soybean oil.

Sightings, photos show cougars are expanding territory in Wisconsin, central US

CALEDONIA, Wis. — Anna Lashley can’t forget her surprise when she looked out her kitchen window three years ago just south of Milwaukee and spotted what she believes was a cougar.