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DHS Takes Coordinated Approach to Dealing with Opioid Addiction

DHS Takes Coordinated Approach to Dealing with Opioid Addiction

Treatment program will operate in two rural communities and one urban area.

Evers’ Transportation Secretary Moves Toward Confirmation

Evers’ Transportation Secretary Moves Toward Confirmation

But some GOP legislators concerned with appointee Craig Thompson's past as a lobbyist

Democratic Legislators Push For Child Victims Act

Democratic Legislators Push For Child Victims Act

Bill would remove time limits for bringing civil actions in sexual assault cases.

Startup Scene Growing One App at a Time

Startup Scene Growing One App at a Time

Former UWM student creates music industry social networking app.

State Leaders Divided Over Gun Laws

State Leaders Divided Over Gun Laws

In the aftermath of mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton, Democrats push for "red flag" laws, Republicans balk.

Hands-Free Phone Law Being Pushed in Wisconsin

Hands-Free Phone Law Being Pushed in Wisconsin

An activist from Minnesota that lost his daughter to distracted driving is behind the push.

We Energies, MGE Investing $195 Million In Solar

We Energies, MGE Investing $195 Million In Solar

Utilities filed joint application to own remaining power in Badger Hollow Solar Farm near Dodgeville.

Traffic Deaths at a Five Year Low

Traffic Deaths at a Five Year Low

Deaths down 17 percent compared to 2018.

Big Economic Impact From DNC Expected

Big Economic Impact From DNC Expected

Officials preparing for most diverse convention ever with 50,000 people, $200 million economic impact.

Can State Reduce Long Lines at DMV?

Can State Reduce Long Lines at DMV?

Agency has made efforts and some progress, but Evers wants faster service.

Baldwin Bill Hikes Great Lakes Funding

Baldwin Bill Hikes Great Lakes Funding

Bipartisan bill boosts allocation for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

Carson Unveils New Program in Milwaukee

Carson Unveils New Program in Milwaukee

HUD Secretary touts housing assistance for young Americans aging out of the foster care.