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Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Respiratory Illness Vaccination

Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Respiratory Illness Vaccination

The plea comes as some face roadblocks and confusion to get the COVID-19 shot amid federal changes.

Lawmakers Debate Whether Wisconsin GOP Proposal Is ‘Anti-Vax’

Lawmakers Debate Whether Wisconsin GOP Proposal Is ‘Anti-Vax’

Proposal would require schools, child care facilities to provide information to parents on how to opt out of vaccination.

Gov. Evers Calls on Trump To Preserve $1.5 Billion in Wisconsin Energy Grants

Gov. Evers Calls on Trump To Preserve $1.5 Billion in Wisconsin Energy Grants

U.S. Department of Energy anticipates scaling up earlier announced cuts.

UW-Madison Sees 30% Drop In New International Students

UW-Madison Sees 30% Drop In New International Students

With delays in visa processing, travel bans and threats of deportation, fewer students are traveling overseas

Federal Special Education Layoffs Worry Wisconsin Education Advocates

Federal Special Education Layoffs Worry Wisconsin Education Advocates

Trump administration also cut funds for Wisconsin program that attracts and retains special ed teachers.

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Raises Legal Questions, Could Negatively Impact Wisconsin Businesses

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Raises Legal Questions, Could Negatively Impact Wisconsin Businesses

More than 350 employers in Wisconsin use program to hire skilled workers.

When Will Fall Colors Peak in Wisconsin?

When Will Fall Colors Peak in Wisconsin?

Colorful leaves may be peaking somewhat later in 2025.

Hundreds in St. Francis Take Part in Charlie Kirk’s National Day of Remembrance

Hundreds in St. Francis Take Part in Charlie Kirk’s National Day of Remembrance

Republican Party of Milwaukee County hosts memorial event on Kirk's birthday.

Ascension, UnitedHealthcare Reach Deal To Restore Service

Ascension, UnitedHealthcare Reach Deal To Restore Service

Agreement is retroactive to Oct. 1, when United customers lost in-network access to Ascension facilities.

Local Governments Voice Opposition To Proposed Solar Arrays

Local Governments Voice Opposition To Proposed Solar Arrays

Projects big and small are encountering push back, state law change could empower municipalities.

Dual Enrollment Bill Aims To Make It Easier For High Schoolers To Take College Classes

Dual Enrollment Bill Aims To Make It Easier For High Schoolers To Take College Classes

One-in-four high school students already participate, but with stark divides based on district.

Should Lakes and Forests Have Rights in Wisconsin? Bills Propose Protections

Should Lakes and Forests Have Rights in Wisconsin? Bills Propose Protections

A group of Democrats is proposing 'rights of nature' legislation