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Hospital Association Reports Worsening Nurse Shortage

Hospital Association Reports Worsening Nurse Shortage

Burnout, violence against healthcare workers driving high job vacancy rates.

Vos Says State Can’t Decertify 2020 Election Results

Vos Says State Can’t Decertify 2020 Election Results

Republican activists still pushing speaker to overturn 2020 election.

50,000 State Residents Eligible for Citizenship

50,000 State Residents Eligible for Citizenship

Many live in Milwaukee County. Advocates push for naturalization by 2022.

Wastewater Tests Show Uptick in COVID-19

Wastewater Tests Show Uptick in COVID-19

Too early to tell but increases found in several cities, including Milwaukee.

Can Ron Johnson Win Reelection?

Can Ron Johnson Win Reelection?

His unfavorability ratings are high, but the politics of 2022 may be on his side.

‘You Are Heroes,’ Evers Tells Workers

‘You Are Heroes,’ Evers Tells Workers

Governor kicks off statewide tour to thank health and front-line workers who helped battle pandemic.

Kaul Sues Companies On Forever Chemicals

Kaul Sues Companies On Forever Chemicals

AG seeks monetary damages, cleanup by Johnson Controls, Tyco for PFAS pollution in Marinette.

Gas Prices Hurt Ride-Share Drivers

Gas Prices Hurt Ride-Share Drivers

'Drivers are going to be dropping like flies.'

Testing Kids For Lead Poisoning Declined During Pandemic

Testing Kids For Lead Poisoning Declined During Pandemic

25% reduction in lead tests in state compared to pre-pandemic levels.

State’s Homicides Up 70% Since 2019

State’s Homicides Up 70% Since 2019

Two-year increase led by staggering rise in Milwaukee County homicides.

Waukesha Parade Murders Trial Will Test Jury For Bias

Waukesha Parade Murders Trial Will Test Jury For Bias

Defense seeks change of venue, saying media coverage would bias a local jury.

Chronic Absenteeism Rising in Wisconsin Schools

Chronic Absenteeism Rising in Wisconsin Schools

Educators find it will be hard to reshape the attendance patterns created by virtual learning.