Category Archives: State News
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
Wisconsin Leaders Say the State's Economy Recovery Starts In Local Communities While at Lambeau Field
Wisconsin leaders are saying the state's economic recovery will start in local communities. Almost 500 people gathered a Lambeau Field Thursday for the annual New North Summit Thursday. Wisconsin Econ...
Jun 11, 2021
Engine Trouble Forces Small Plane To Make Emergency Landing
Authorities in Adams County say they were notified by military pilots about a small plane that had made an emergency landing Wednesday afternoon. The military pilots spotted the private aircraft on th...
Jun 11, 2021 Tony Kennick / CC
Registered Sex Offender Arrested For Removing GPS Monitor Bracelet
Wausau police arrested a registered sex offender Thursday night for removing his G-P-S monitor bracelet the day before. Dispatchers got an anonymous report of a man matching John Dick's description in...
Jun 11, 2021 CC / depositphotos
