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Recruitment Down for Military, State National Guard

Recruitment Down for Military, State National Guard

Concerns about vaccine requirements and handling of sexual assault and BLM protests.

Menominee Tribe Renews Push for Kenosha Casino

Menominee Tribe Renews Push for Kenosha Casino

7 years after Gov. Walker rejected bid, tribal officials now want scaled-down version.

Not Enough Getting Bivalent Booster Shots, State Health Officials Warn

Not Enough Getting Bivalent Booster Shots, State Health Officials Warn

Extra booster shot decreases hospitalization by 73% but most adults haven't gotten it.

State’s Historic $6.5 Billion Surplus Small Compared to Minnesota’s

State’s Historic $6.5 Billion Surplus Small Compared to Minnesota’s

Many states are flush with cash. Minnesota has $18 billion surplus.

State Gained 16,000 People Through Net Migration in 2022

State Gained 16,000 People Through Net Migration in 2022

Illinois lost 141,656 residents and Minnesota gained about 5,700.

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.