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Bill Allows Anonymity to Lottery Winners

Bill Allows Anonymity to Lottery Winners

GOP legislators want to protect winners from harassment.

State’s Foreclosure Rates Have Plummeted

State’s Foreclosure Rates Have Plummeted

Lowest since at least 2008, research shows, at one-third the peak in metro area.

Great Lakes Hitting Record Water Levels

Great Lakes Hitting Record Water Levels

Lake Erie and Lake Ontario hit highest level ever recorded, Lake Michigan nears record.

Republicans Seek to Limit Governor’s Veto

Republicans Seek to Limit Governor’s Veto

Legislators propose constitutional amendment to bar partial vetoes increasing spending.

Evers Says Foxconn Won’t Meet Jobs Goals

Evers Says Foxconn Won’t Meet Jobs Goals

Governor tells CNBC the company will likely hire 1500 employees, not 1800.

How Healthy Are State’s Lakes?

How Healthy Are State’s Lakes?

E coli advisory closed South Shore Beach on July 4th. Dozens of beaches with issues since 2013.

State Budget Fell Short on Highways?

State Budget Fell Short on Highways?

Legislators in both parties say budget lacked long-term solution to state’s transportation woes.

State’s Honey Production Hits 10-Year Low

State’s Honey Production Hits 10-Year Low

Yet wild honey bees are rebounding, thriving after steep decline.

Drunk Driving On Rise for Corrections Staff?

Drunk Driving On Rise for Corrections Staff?

State Corrections Secretary concerned about stress causing workers to abuse alcohol.

State Rewards Top Child Care Centers

State Rewards Top Child Care Centers

Department Of Children And Families now gives higher payments to higher rated providers.

Great Lakes Ports Tracking Gas Emissions

Great Lakes Ports Tracking Gas Emissions

One-third of U.S. and Canadian ports, including Milwaukee, now track their greenhouse gas impact.

School Groups Divided About State Budget

School Groups Divided About State Budget

Happy Evers increased spending, but it’s still short of what’s needed, they say.