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State Lawmakers Hold Hearing on Medical Marijuana

State Lawmakers Hold Hearing on Medical Marijuana

But the state Legislature has already adjourned for the year, so a bill won't pass in 2022.

State Has Few Competitive Assembly Districts

State Has Few Competitive Assembly Districts

New redistricting approved by high court could leave just 3 of 99 districts with competitive races.

State Clergy Abuse Probe Reports Results

State Clergy Abuse Probe Reports Results

200 reports, more than 150 people accused, 1 criminal case, other prosecutions possible, Kaul says.

Field Trips Are Back For MPS Students

Field Trips Are Back For MPS Students

Big change this school year. Students travel to Downtown for their first World’s Fair since 2019.

Wisconsin Cities, Airports End Mask Orders

Wisconsin Cities, Airports End Mask Orders

In response to federal court’s order, masks now optional at the airport.

COVID-19 Rising Again in State

COVID-19 Rising Again in State

Numbers still “relatively low,” but percentage of positive tests doubled in last three weeks.

Ron Johnson Flush With Campaign Funds

Ron Johnson Flush With Campaign Funds

Raised $6 million in first quarter of 2022, has more than twice as much cash as any opponent.

Three Northern Assembly Districts Held By Democrats Up For Grabs

Three Northern Assembly Districts Held By Democrats Up For Grabs

Retirement of three representatives creates opportunity for Republicans.

Thompson Won’t Run For Governor

Thompson Won’t Run For Governor

Former governor, 80, could have shaken up the Republican primary.

Climate Change Causing More Combined Sewer Overflows

Climate Change Causing More Combined Sewer Overflows

Overflows from increased rainfall threaten Great Lakes. Milwaukee a leader in addressing issue.

Many CBD Products In State Not Accurately Labeled

Many CBD Products In State Not Accurately Labeled

Study by UW-Madison professor notes lack of regulation of products.

Evers Vetoes Another 22 GOP Bills

Evers Vetoes Another 22 GOP Bills

On MPS, voucher schools and parental bill of rights. That makes 126 vetoes this session.