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The state of Wisconsin has 5 four-star recruits in the Class of 2027
In the new era of college basketball, the Wisconsin Badgers have primarily focused on the transfer portal, looking for ready-now players that fit their needs.
As a result, there hasn’t been as much of a focus on high school recruiting, with Wisconsin primarily focusing on certain in-state players and overseas connections. In their 2025 class, the Badgers got a top talent, four-star guard Zach Kinziger, who wanted to be at Wisconsin.
Three-star in-state center Will Garlock was a similar fit, while guard Hayden Jones and forward Aleksas Bieliauskas were overseas additions.
In the class of 2026, Wisconsin got in early on three-star in-state forward LaTrevion Fenderson, while also tapping into the overseas pool with guard Jackson Ball.
However, things could change in the 2027 class, where the in-state pool of talent is looking very good from the initial outlook.
There are already five four-star recruits from the state of Wisconsin in the Class of 2027: forward Donovan Davis, forward Dooney Johnson, guard Jalen Brown, forward Jack Kohnen, and forward Kager Knueppel.
They’re all top 115 players in the Class of 2027 according to the 247Sports composite, and everyone but Knueppel already has an offer from Wisconsin after this week.
Several were in town to camp with the Badgers this week, standing out amongst the pack as Wisconsin got to see the talented group in person.
Of course, when it comes to high school recruiting, fit and NIL will still be relevant, but the Badgers could be in for something with their 2027 class.
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The snow-loving dogs of Northeast Wisconsin
GREEN BAY (WLUK) — Sometimes in the winter months, especially during cold snaps like we are experiencing now, it can be more difficult to find joy in the weather.
But sometimes rekindling that joy is as simple as looking at photos of the dogs who don’t seem to mind the cold one bit.
Bandit likes the snow. (Brad Raddant{ }via Chime In)
Every once in a while, all it takes is a dog chomping and romping in the snow to remind us to find happiness in the little things.
Bear loves snow! (Joe Seehaver{ }via Chime In)
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Wisconsin utilities expand clean energy as U.S. prepares to exit Paris Climate Agreement
GREEN BAY (WLUK) — As the United States prepares to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement, utilities in Wisconsin are ramping up their clean energy initiatives.
The Environmental Protection Agency reports that the electric power sector contributes about 25% of all U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
Wisconsin Public Service is actively working to reduce this impact by expanding its renewable energy facilities, including solar, hydroelectric and wind energy.
“We provide reliable clean energy to our customers every day using our renewable energy facilities,” WPS spokesperson Matt Cullen said.
WPS recently launched Wisconsin’s first large-scale battery storage facility, which stores energy for later use when demand is high. Additionally, WPS offers programs like NatureWise and the renewable pathway program, allowing customers and businesses to choose how their electricity is generated.
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Despite the end of federal tax credits for solar panel installations, WPS customers can still benefit from clean energy projects, which have provided tens of millions of dollars in savings. WPS aims to be net carbon neutral by 2050 and has already reduced emissions by 56% since 2005.
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Wisconsin Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 results for Jan. 17, 2026
Manuel Franco claims his $768 million Powerball jackpot
Manuel Franco, 24, of West Allis was revealed Tuesday as the winner of the $768.4 million Powerball jackpot.
Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
The Wisconsin Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Jan. 17, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Jan. 17 drawing
05-08-27-49-57, Powerball: 14, Power Play: 4
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Winning Pick 3 numbers from Jan. 17 drawing
Midday: 8-4-6
Evening: 6-8-8
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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Jan. 17 drawing
Midday: 9-1-8-7
Evening: 3-2-8-3
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning All or Nothing numbers from Jan. 17 drawing
Midday: 01-03-04-07-08-09-11-12-13-15-19
Evening: 01-03-05-06-07-09-14-17-18-19-21
Check All or Nothing payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Badger 5 numbers from Jan. 17 drawing
12-13-18-20-29
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Winning SuperCash numbers from Jan. 17 drawing
07-08-09-12-15-31, Doubler: N
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Winning Megabucks numbers from Jan. 17 drawing
08-17-28-32-43-44
Check Megabucks payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
- Prizes up to $599: Can be claimed at any Wisconsin Lottery retailer.
- Prizes from $600 to $199,999: Can be claimed in person at a Lottery Office. By mail, send the signed ticket and a completed claim form available on the Wisconsin Lottery claim page to: Prizes, PO Box 777 Madison, WI 53774.
- Prizes of $200,000 or more: Must be claimed in person at the Madison Lottery office. Call the Lottery office prior to your visit: 608-261-4916.
Can Wisconsin lottery winners remain anonymous?
No, according to the Wisconsin Lottery. Due to the state’s open records laws, the lottery must, upon request, release the name and city of the winner. Other information about the winner is released only with the winner’s consent.
When are the Wisconsin Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Super Cash: 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Evening): 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Evening): 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- All or Nothing (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- All or Nothing (Evening): 9 p.m. CT daily.
- Megabucks: 9:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Badger 5: 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
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