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Absentee Ballot Applications Causing Confusion
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Sep 4th, 2020 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioBiden Visits Blake Family in Kenosha
In speech, Biden is optimistic about addressing racism, police reform.
Sep 3rd, 2020 by Madeline Fox and Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Getting $300 Weekly Unemployment Boost
FEMA approved the state Tuesday, but funds could take four to five weeks to reach people.
Sep 3rd, 2020 by Rachael Vasquez, Wisconsin Public RadioActivist Arrested in Kenosha Joins Curfew Lawsuit
Lawsuit argues that curfew was only enforced against those protesting police brutality.
Sep 3rd, 2020 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioCensus Bureau Says 92% of State Households Counted
But Milwaukee count much lower. AG Josh Kaul joins lawsuit to block Census Bureau from quitting early.
Sep 2nd, 2020 by Megan Hart, Wisconsin Public RadioUW System Begins In-Person Classes
As outbreaks drive other universities online, Thompson says UW has 'got to try’.
Sep 2nd, 2020 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioTrump and Barr Tour Kenosha
'These are not acts of peaceful protest, but really domestic terror,’ president declares.
Sep 2nd, 2020 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public RadioNew Unemployment Aid Will Take 6 Weeks
State DWD Secretary predicts 6-8 week wait till recipients get $300 supplement.
Sep 1st, 2020 by Rachael Vasquez, Wisconsin Public RadioMPD Community Service Officer Fatally Shot
"Neighbor dispute" led to killing of civilian officer with police department. Suspect is 65-year-old male.
Sep 1st, 2020 by Kyla Calvert Mason, Wisconsin Public RadioGOP Legislators Skip Special Session on Police
Evers called on lawmakers to consider reforms. Session quickly ended with no debate or votes.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioThousands March With Blake Family in Kenosha
Lt. Governor Barnes, Rep. Gwen Moore join march for justice one week after Jacob Blake shot seven times by officer.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioKenosha Shooter Will Claim Self-Defense
Kyle Rittenhouse, 17, charged with intentional homicide, protected himself from ‘mob’, his attorneys argue.
Aug 31st, 2020 by Alyssa Allemand, Wisconsin Public Radio