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  • Local

    10 sports bars locals love in Milwaukee & Madison

    This March Madness, we’re not just cheering for local teams, but supporting local businesses, too! Here are 10 spots you need to check out for a guaranteed good time.


  • Food & Drink

    The Best New Restaurants Madison Has to Offer

    [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]The food scene in Madison is as lively and varied as the city itself, and new choices are constantly popping up. If you’re looking for the best new restaurant in Madison, look no further.  The charming city is buzzing with fresh, innovative dining spots that promise to tantalize your…


  • Politics

    VIDEO: Who’s blocking Tammy Baldwin’s bill to put a Suffrage Memorial on the National Mall?

    Visitors to Washington, DC could someday see a monument to the women who fought for generations for the right to vote. But first comes a new fight—over a small piece of land. UpNorthNews Correspondent Mark (@markpochow) has the details: @upnorthnews Visitors to Washington, DC could someday see a monument to the women who fought for…


  • Food & Drink

    Our Readers Told Us the Best Bratwurst in Madison

    With rich German roots, Madison is a city that knows a thing or two about bratwursts. When it comes to finding the best brat the city has to offer, no one knows better than our readers. After a city-wide taste test that set the taste buds of UpNorthNews readers alight, the results are in. We’re…


  • Food & Drink

    Madison’s Best Burger: Why This Restaurant is Unbeatable, According to Our Readers

    When the cravings for a juicy, flavor-packed burger hit in Madison, there’s one name that tops the list every time: Dotty Dumpling’s Dowry. According to the UpNorthNews community, it’s not just a place to grab a bite—it’s an institution. A home to what many declare the best burger Madison has ever tasted. But what makes…


  • Food & Drink

    The 3 Best Pizza Parlors in Madison, According to UpNorthNews Readers

    We asked our readers to tell us their favorite Madison pizza places. Here’s what they said.


  • Food & Drink

    The Cream of the Crop: Madison’s 4 Best Cheese Curd Spots

    If you’re a cheese curd connoisseur, Madison is the place to be. Over the last month, more than a thousand UpNorthNews readers cast their votes to determine the cream of the crop, and we’re thrilled to bring you the results. From time-honored traditions to innovative twists, this list has something for everyone in search of…


  • Food & Drink

    Our readers told us the best vegan restaurant in Madison.

    Nestled in the heart of Madison, Green Owl Cafe has carved out a distinct niche as the city’s premier vegan destination. This charming eatery captivates both locals and visitors alike with its innovative plant-based cuisine that defies the stereotypes often associated with vegan food. Its commitment to sustainability and the use of fresh, locally sourced…


  • Food & Drink

    We asked our readers to tell us the best Madison breweries. Here’s their answer.

    Madison is home to dozens of buzz-worthy breweries. But which one stands as the city’s best? That’s the question we posed to UpNorthNews readers. Thanks to their enthusiastic responses, the answer is crystal clear – Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. stands tall as the unparalleled champion of Madison breweries. What’s on Tap? Exploring Great…


  • Politics

    VIDEO: President Biden: “I want to move American into the future”

    During his State of the Union speech on Thursday, President Joe Biden delivered a fiery speech in defense of freedom and democracy and laid out his vision for America’s future. @upnorthnews During his State of the Union speech on Thursday, President Joe Biden delivered a fiery speech in defense of freedom and democracy and laid…