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Racine Man Indicted For Hacking Ring Doorbells, Calling Police For Fake Emergencies

Racine Man Indicted For Hacking Ring Doorbells, Calling Police For Fake Emergencies

Kya Christian Nelson is alleged to have livestreamed police response, taunted officers through cameras.

Wisconsin GOP Chair Expressed Concern About Fake Electors Plan, Then Joined In

Wisconsin GOP Chair Expressed Concern About Fake Electors Plan, Then Joined In

Andrew Hitt said Trump's advisors were "up to no good" in text, January 6 Committee report reveals.

Embattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga

Embattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga

Prehn, whose appointment had expired, was able to stay on because Republicans wouldn't confirm his replacement.

Wisconsin Seeking Federal Help For Town With PFAS Contamination 170 Times Safe Levels

Wisconsin Seeking Federal Help For Town With PFAS Contamination 170 Times Safe Levels

“We don't really have an idea where it's coming from,” says DNR official.

Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits

Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits

After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.

Black-led Orchestra Aims To Bring Comfort, Change Narrative

Black-led Orchestra Aims To Bring Comfort, Change Narrative

Black String Triage Ensemble works to support grieving families.

Feds Buying $350 Million Great Lakes Icebreaker

Feds Buying $350 Million Great Lakes Icebreaker

Part of $858 billion defense bill. Endorsed by Sen. Baldwin and Rep. Gallagher as way to improve Wisconsin shipping.

Hate Crimes Increase 54% in Wisconsin Says FBI

Hate Crimes Increase 54% in Wisconsin Says FBI

Despite fewer agencies reporting data, Wisconsin sees 111 hate crimes in 2021. Black community targeted in 30% of incidents.

Evers Will Propose Legalizing Marijuana

Evers Will Propose Legalizing Marijuana

As he did in his last budget. If Republicans disagree he would sign medical marijuana bill.

State’s Child Care Providers Face Tough Choices

State’s Child Care Providers Face Tough Choices

Struggling with worker shortages, low wages, long waitlists as federal pandemic funds end.

UW-Madison Ranks 8th in Nation in Research Spending

UW-Madison Ranks 8th in Nation in Research Spending

Still among top 10 universities but down from 4th place in 2014.

More State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices

More State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices

Since pandemic more efforts to cut waste, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions.