Category Archives: State News
As Election Season Ramps Up, Wisconsin Moves Into Overhaul Mode
In 2024 and beyond, Wisconsin could see big changes related to voting. New political boundaries are expected based on a state Supreme Court ruling, while some pro-democracy organizers hope for a diffe...
Dec 31, 2023 Voting booths stand ready for use in a U.S. election.
Did Your Child Receive a 'Smart Toy'? Experts Urge Parents to Research Them
The "smart toy" market is now a more than $16 billion industry, and is expected to double by 2027, and this holiday season, experts are warning parents to check the check the safety and privacy featur...
Dec 30, 2023 Many Soft plush fluffy toys sits on the floor in the children's room
President Biden Pays Tribute to Herb Kohl
President Biden joins others in remembering Herb Kohl, who served alongside him in the U.S. Senate for 24 years. The White House issued a statement describing Kohl as one of Wisconsin's greatest-ever ...
Dec 29, 2023
Cottage Grove Police Encourage Food Donations to Offset Traffic Ticket Fines
Drivers in Cottage Grove who receive traffic tickets now have the option to reduce fines by donating food. The Cottage Grove Police Department is offering a five-dollar reduction in ticket fees for ea...
Dec 29, 2023
Wisconsin Elections Commission Rejects 14th Amendment Challenge to Trump
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has dismissed the 14th Amendment challenge to Donald Trump's candidacy, as filed by progressive activist Kirk Bangstad. Commissioners provided no comment upon reject...
Dec 29, 2023 Ninian Reid / CC
Wisconsin Ranked Second in Animal-Related Car Crashes
A recent study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has revealed that Wisconsin holds the second-highest rate of car crashes caused by animals. The data, spanning from 2017 to the pre...
Dec 29, 2023
Interstate Closure in Eau Claire Linked to Twin Cities Carjacking
Authorities in Eau Claire attributed the closure of sections of I-94 yesterday (December 28th) to a carjacking incident in the Twin Cities. The Highway Patrol initiated the closure in response to a su...
Dec 29, 2023 Row of police cars, with blue and red flashing sirens. selective focus
Dane County Sheriff Seeks Funds for K9 Protective Vests
The Dane County Sheriff's Office is aiming to raise funds to enhance the safety of its K9 partners. The sheriff's office has launched a campaign to collect over $10,000 for the purchase of protective ...
Dec 28, 2023
Minocqua Brewing Company Owner's Efforts to Exclude Trump from Wisconsin Ballot
Kirk Bangstad, owner of Minocqua Brewing Company, intends to file a 14th Amendment challenge to prevent former President Trump from appearing on Wisconsin's ballot. A known progressive, Bangstad has b...
Dec 28, 2023
Integrity of Chippewa County Sheriff Questioned Amidst List Controversy
Chippewa County Sheriff Travis Hakes faces questions about his credibility following his inclusion in a so-called Brady List a few years ago. The list comprises officers with concerns about truthfulne...
Dec 28, 2023
