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Wisconsin's capital LA Times Crossword clue

Editorially reviewed August 21, 2026

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The seven-letter city shares its name with the fourth U.S. president.

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Answer

MADISON

Why this is the right reference

The seven-letter Wisconsin state capital is MADISON, also home to the flagship University of Wisconsin campus.

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Reference to identify

The possessive state name directly asks for its capital city.

Who or what the answer is

Madison is the capital city of Wisconsin and the seat of Dane County.

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Down in LA Times Crossword puzzle for August 21, 2026.

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