Category Archives: State News
Fire Alarm Forces Evacuation Of Fiserv Forum Shortly After NBA Playoff Game
Milwaukee Bucks fans weren't able to stand around much after their team had won Sunday's N-B-A playoff game over the Brooklyn Nets. They were evacuated when fire alarms started sounding shortly after ...
Jun 14, 2021
Sun Prairie Police Hear Shots, Wind Up Arresting 1 Person
Sun Prairie police say officers on patrol Sunday morning heard two gunshots at about 3:20 a-m. A quick investigation determined the shots came during an incident involving three people. Officers say H...
Jun 14, 2021 CC / depositphotos
Something Special from Wisconsin™ Releases New Line of "Boxes of Fun" for Father's Day
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announces a new "Boxes of Fun" series through the Something Special from Wisconsin (SSfW) program. These curated boxes ma...
Jun 13, 2021
SCOTUS Case Prompts Re-introduction of Abortion Access Bill
Lawmakers in Congress have reintroduced a bill they say would ensure access to safe abortions across the country. The move comes as the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear a Mississippi law that's vie...
Jun 13, 2021 New Voices
Biden Plans Include Water Infrastructure in Great Lakes States
The Great Lakes and their surrounding regions have seen federal investments for restoration efforts, but those fighting on their behalf say more is needed. A coalition says President Joe Biden's propo...
Jun 12, 2021 FILE PHOTO: Democratic U.S. presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden speaks about the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic at an event in Wilmington, Delaware, U.S., March 12, 2020. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo
USDA Celebrates National Homeownership Month
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Wisconsin Rural Development Acting State Director Michelle Wallace kicked off National Homeownership Month, as part of a nationwide celebration to highlight USDA'...
Jun 12, 2021 Jaye Haych / Unsplash
BBB Tip: What You Should Know About Subscription Services
These days, just about everything can be purchased as a subscription. Video and music streaming services are hugely popular. Meal delivery services provide pre-measured ingredients and easy recipes on...
Jun 12, 2021 CC rupixen.com
Wisconsin Veterans Museum to Re-Open in July
Just in time for Independence Day, the Wisconsin Veterans Museum in Madison will re-open July 1 with enhanced exhibits and an increased focus on diversity and inclusion, accompanied by new branding an...
Jun 12, 2021
Virtual Hearing Draws Strong Opposition To Plans For Large Crawford County Hog Farm
A Thursday virtual hearing conducted by the Department of Natural Resources drew some strong opposition to plans for a large hog farm in Crawford County. People living nearby said they are worried abo...
Jun 11, 2021 United Soybean Board / CC
Milwaukee Police Make Arrest In Homicide At Johnsons Park
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in a homicide that happened last month in Johnsons Park. A 29-year-old man was shot multiple times while families with children filled the park...
Jun 11, 2021 cdogstar / CC
