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$1.6 Billion in School Funding Voted on Tuesday

$1.6 Billion in School Funding Voted on Tuesday

Results of these referendums may not come until April 23.

Police Arresting Stay-At-Home Violators

Police Arresting Stay-At-Home Violators

MPD says they have and will pursue charges against people who violate the "stay-at-home" order.

COVID-19 Relief Muddied By GOP Legislators’ Power Grab

COVID-19 Relief Muddied By GOP Legislators’ Power Grab

Proposal gives spending, tax authority to Republican controlled committee, removes governor from the process.

Foxconn Says It Earned Tax Credits

Foxconn Says It Earned Tax Credits

But state officials challenged Foxconn's eligibility in 2019, will review employment claims.

One Million In State Voted By Mail

One Million In State Voted By Mail

But total turnout for election still way down for spring presidential primary.

State Grows COVID-19 Testing Capacity

State Grows COVID-19 Testing Capacity

Partnerships with private labs help. But still a shortage of tests.

State DNR Forges Ahead on ‘Forever Chemicals’

State DNR Forges Ahead on ‘Forever Chemicals’

Despite pandemic, regulators continue work on enforcement standards for PFAS in drinking water.

Holding Election Angers Municipal Officials

Holding Election Angers Municipal Officials

“It’s madness.” Statewide shortage of 7,000 poll workers.

Researchers Seek Plasma of COVID-19 Survivors

Researchers Seek Plasma of COVID-19 Survivors

Froedtert, Medical College seek donors. “They all have this superpower.”

How to Enjoy State Parks Safely

How to Enjoy State Parks Safely

Visit parks and natural areas, DNR Secretary says, but keep your distance.

Wisconsin GOP Leaders Make No Election Changes in Special Session

Wisconsin GOP Leaders Make No Election Changes in Special Session

And appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court to block absentee balloting extension.

State Prisons Seek More Protective Gear

State Prisons Seek More Protective Gear

Corrections department also releases holds on 1,148 nonviolent misdemeanor offenders to reduce spread of disease.