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Emery Lehman celebrates for qualifying for the men's team pursuit at a medal ceremony during the U.S. Olympic long track speedskating trials, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018, in Milwaukee.

Oak Park’s Emery Lehman named to Olympic team; Brian Hansen wins new event

December 15, 2018 at 5:34 a.m.

Oak Park native Emery Lehman was nervous — and for good reason. Lehman competed in both the men's 5,000 and 10,000 meters in long-track speedskating at the 2014 Olympics in...

First-place finisher Joey Mantia, center, poses for photos with second-place finisher Brian Hansen, left, and third-place finisher Shani Davis, right, during a medal ceremony following the men's 1,500 meters during the U.S. Olympic long track speedskating trials on Saturday in Milwaukee.

Glenview native Brian Hansen headed to third Olympics in speedskating

December 15, 2018 at 5:30 a.m.

After a pair of seventh-place finishes and a ninth-place finish at the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi, Glenview native Brian Hansen took a break from long track speedskating. He attended...

Purdue's Elijah Sindelar looks downfield during Saturday's game against Wisconsin.

Purdue held to only three field goals as Wisconsin overcomes three turnovers

June 2, 2018 at 3:18 a.m.

MADISON, Wis. — Jonathan Taylor ran for 219 yards on 30 carries, including a 67-yard touchdown, and No. 7 Wisconsin relied on its stifling defense Saturday to overcome a three-turnover...

Indiana's Robert Johnson shoot a 3-pointer against Wisconsin on Sunday.

Indiana has no answers vs. Wisconsin, loses 15th straight in Madison

June 6, 2018 at 6:17 a.m.

MADISON, Wis. — Staying close to his man on the perimeter, Ethan Happ anticipated Josh Newkirk's pass and maneuvered his 6-foot-10 frame right around Indiana forward De'Ron Davis for a...

Indiana's Thomas Bryant (31) shoots past Wisconsin's Jordan Hill (11).

Indiana’s 12-game win streak snapped by Wisconsin

June 11, 2018 at 11:11 a.m.

MADISON, Wis. — In a season of upheaval, Wisconsin has finally found its groove. The frontcourt is leading the way. Nigel Hayes scored 31 points, Ethan Happ added 25 and...

Wisconsin's Nigel Hayes (10) shoots against Purdue's A.J. Hammons (20).

A.J. Hammons scores 24 points as Purdue holds off Wisconsin

June 16, 2018 at 1:21 p.m.

MADISON, Wis. — Seven-foot center A.J. Hammons is thriving under pressure off the bench for No. 14 Purdue. The senior big man from Gary took control in the paint down...

Wisconsin linebacker Jack Cichy (48) stops Purdue running back Markell Jones short of a first down during the third quarter on Saturday.

Purdue offense stymied by Wisconsin

June 16, 2018 at 6:54 p.m.

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin linebacker T.J. Edwards heeded his defensive coordinator's request for more production. More games like the one Edwards had on Saturday against Purdue and Wisconsin will have...

Wisconsin's Frank Kaminsky shoots past Michigan State's Matt Castello during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, March 1, 2015, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin won 68-61. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)

Benet grad Frank Kaminsky earning rave reviews at Wisconsin

June 16, 2018 at 3:36 a.m.

MADISON, Wis. — Frank Kaminsky walked onto the Kohl Center court for a ceremony before his last home game, wearing a goofy grin with a small camera strapped to his...

Frank Kaminsky and Co. deliver as Wisconsin knocks off Indiana

June 16, 2018 at 7:08 a.m.

MADISON, Wis. — Trying to stop Frank Kaminsky would be a tough enough task alone for most teams. The unique predicament posed by No. 5 Wisconsin is that the 7-footer...

Seattle Seahawks' Marshawn Lynch reacts on the sidelines late in the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game in Seattle, Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015.

Marshawn Lynch and Eddie Lacy carry load into NFC title game

June 17, 2018 at 12:50 a.m.

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Seahawks' Marshawn Lynch and the Packers' Eddie Lacy are known for being punishing runners. Their conduct in front of the cameras couldn't be any different....

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