Wisconsin
Wisconsin fans, media react to former Badger Zack Baun leading Eagles to Super Bowl 59 win
The Wisconsin football program was guaranteed to see an alumnus host the Super Bowl trophy on Sunday night.
Linebacker Zack Baun led a Philadelphia Eagles defense on one sideline, while Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Leo Chenal entered the contest in search of his third title in as many seasons in the league.
In the end, it was Baun with his hand on the trophy. The Eagles blew out the Chiefs 40-22 in the big game. That score doesn’t do a full justice to the Eagles’ dominance in all three facets — Philadelphia led 34-0 late in the third quarter before Kansas City finally cracked the scoreboard.
Baun was right in the middle of the lopsided result. He finished with seven tackles (three solo) and an acrobatic interception. According to Wisconsin football’s Nate Jelinek, Baun is only the second former Badger to record an interception in the Super Bowl, following Buffalo Bills cornerback Nate Odomes in Super Bowl XXVIII.
Baun’s terrific night caps off a career season. He signed with the Eagles last March after four quiet years with the New Orleans Saints. He turned that opportunity into 151 tackles, 11 for loss, five quarterback hits, 3 1/2 sacks, four pass deflections, five forced fumbles and an interception in the regular season, then 33 tackles, two for loss, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries and two interceptions in four playoff games.
The former Wisconsin pass-rusher (2016-19) hoisted the Lombardi Trophy in the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, the home of the team that let him walk out the door last offseason for a minimum contract.
Baun’s story is one of the best of the 2024 NFL season. He became one of the Eagles’ most valuable players throughout the year, capped off by being named a finalist for Defensive Player of the Year. His performance on Sunday was integral to the Eagles’ dominant win, accurately reflecting one of the best seasons from a former Badger linebacker in recent memory.
Wisconsin football fans and media all celebrated Baun’s performance on the big stage. Here are some of the best reactions:
The interception
Generational run
Baun joins the list of former Badgers to win the Super Bowl
Big Cat chimes in
Baun’s place in history
Don’t forget he was a dominant high school quarterback
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(WLUK) — Northeast Wisconsin community groups that helped during historic spring flooding can now apply for relief.
Applications for the United Way Fox Cities and Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Flood Relief fund are now open.
The grants are available to local nonprofits and churches serving residents in Outagamie, Calumet, Shawano, Waupaca, and the Neenah/Menasha area of Winnebago counties who are engaging in relief efforts both short-term and long-term.
Grants are available to:
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Groups fiscally sponsored by a qualified 501(c)(3)
- Churches and other public entities able to receive tax-deductible contributions
These grants are not available to private foundations, individuals or businesses directly, labor unions, or 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organizations.
The funding provided to these community organizations will help with housing and safe shelter, food, health and well-being, and financial assistance.
For individual homeowners and renters seeking relief, you can apply for FEMA assistance.
President Trump recently approved $22.6 million in federal aid for Northeast Wisconsin. The request made earlier this year asked for $27 million.
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 July 14, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from July 14 drawing
02-04-10-48-56, Mega Ball: 22
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from July 14 drawing
Midday: 7-6-0
Evening: 2-1-0
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from July 14 drawing
Midday: 5-5-0-6
Evening: 8-5-1-3
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning All or Nothing numbers from July 14 drawing
Midday: 02-03-04-05-07-08-10-12-15-21-22
Evening: 01-03-05-07-08-10-13-18-19-21-22
Check All or Nothing payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Badger 5 numbers from July 14 drawing
03-08-10-18-19
Check Badger 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning SuperCash numbers from July 14 drawing
02-14-20-22-25-36, Doubler: Y
Check SuperCash payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
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.
That lucky feeling: Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.
Feeling lucky? WI man wins $768 million Powerball jackpot **
WI Lottery history: Top 10 Powerball and Mega Million jackpots
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Wisconsin editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Topline
The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted Friday to send two complaints to prosecutors alleging Elon Musk violated state election laws by writing checks to voters last year, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported—after Musk invested tens of millions of dollars to support failed conservative candidate Brad Schimel.
Elon Musk gives a $1 million check to Nicholas Jacobs during a town hall in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on March 30, 2025. (Photo by ROBIN LEGRAND/AFP via Getty Images)
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Key Facts
The commission voted 5-1 finding probable cause Musk violated the state’s election bribery statute when he offered money to people who voted in the 2025 election.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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