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Recall election sees jump in online political advertising
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As the governor's recall election approaches, Scott Walker and Tom Barrett's campaigns are reaching out to voters in many ways. That's happening more frequently through advertisements online.
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05/22/12
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by Maureen McCollum
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Pipelines will pump more crude from North Dakota and Canada through Wisconsin
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The North Dakota oil boom is heading to Wisconsin and points south. Enbridge Pipeline company will increase the flow of crude oil from there through Superior by about 40%.
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05/22/12
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by Mike Simonson
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There's a move to
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A Wisconsin congressman is forming a new group on Capitol Hill called the "Fix Congress Now" caucus. His challenger in this fall's election says the representative himself is part of the problem.
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Two frac sand mining companies face penalties from DNR
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Two frac sand mining companies in western Wisconsin face enforcement actions by the Department of Natural Resources. The actions result from sediment-laced runoff finding its way into waterways and a home.
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Barrett presses Walker on John Doe emails
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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tom Barrett is pressing Governor Scott Walker to release any e-mails related to a secret computer network at the heart of an ongoing John Doe investigation. Walker says it's a sign Barrett's campaign is desperate.
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05/22/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Great Lakes shipping season off to solid start
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Powered by a resurgent domestic steel industry and demand for wind energy components from overseas, the Great Lakes shipping season is holding its own, up about 2% over last year.
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05/22/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Absentee voting begins for recall election
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Absentee voting began Monday for next month's recall election. Some municipal clerks in Wisconsin have extended business hours to accommodate voters.
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05/22/12
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by Shamane Mills
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For first time in years, Milwaukee schools hire agriculture teacher
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For the first time in more than twenty years, a school in the Milwaukee Public School district will hire an agriculture teacher.
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Report says state losses tax revenue due to pay inequality
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A newly released report details how much Wisconsin loses in tax revenue because women generally make less than men. Pay equity would generate a half billion dollars in state income tax, according to the National Partnership for Women and Families.
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05/21/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Gander Mountain cancels Walker rally, upsets NRA members
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The Gander Mountain chain's recent decision to not host partisan political events has angered some gun owners in central Wisconsin. The reaction follows the cancelation of two pro-Walker rallies.
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Dispute over Wisconsin jobs numbers continues
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Jobs figures released by the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics show Wisconsin lost more jobs over the past year than any other state. These numbers come one day after Governor Walker released data showing the state gained jobs.
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05/21/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Tuskegee Airman statue to reflect civil rights struggle
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The unveiling of Duluth's lone Tuskegee Airman bronze statue is a little more than a month away and coming along nicely with a bit of anxiety thrown in from the Wisconsin sculptor.
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05/21/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Barrett and Walker spar over new John Doe ad
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Tom Barrett is running a new TV ad that challenges Scott Walker to talk more about the John Doe investigation in Milwaukee.
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05/21/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Hank Aaron talks Langston Hughes and Obama
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Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron was in Milwaukee over the weekend, promoting hope for the future and saying nice things about President Obama.
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05/21/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Geranium Blight found in Wisconsin
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A disease that destroys geranium plants has been found in the state. What's known as "geranium blight" could threaten the crops of some commercial growers.
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05/21/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Barrett digs at Walker over mining talks
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Gov. Scott Walker says his administration is again talking about the possible taconite mine in Northern Wisconsin. Walker's Democratic challenger in the recall race, Tom Barrett, says inclusive talks are overdue.
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05/21/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Four men and a Bird-a-thon
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Four veteran bird-watchers tuned out the world of politics for about twenty-four hours this week to watch and listen for as many different bird species as they could find. Chuck Quirmbach reports the adventure was part of a series of fundraisers called the Great Wisconsin Bird-a-thon.
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05/18/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Group asks DOJ to investigate ALEC
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A group that's critical of corporate influence in government wants Wisconsin's attorney general to investigate an organization that links businesses with lawmakers to write legislation.
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05/18/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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April jobs report hotly disputed
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Preliminary numbers released yesterday (5/18) show Wisconsin lost 6,200 private sector jobs in the month of April. It was the last monthly jobs report before the June 5th recall election. Governor Scott Walker downplayed the estimates---his administration called them "undependable." But the Governor hasn't always felt that way.
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05/18/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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DNR to make largest land buy to preserve northwestern Wisconsin forest
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The largest forest land purchase in state history will go to the Natural Resources Board for approval next week. About 100 square miles in far northwestern Wisconsin will be put into conservation for $17 million.
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05/18/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Forclosures up in April
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Foreclosures in Wisconsin increased over five percent in April from the previous month and were up 16 percent from the previous year.
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05/18/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Environmental groups endorse Barrett over Walker
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Environmental groups are making their endorsement in the race for governor. They back Democrat Tom Barrett.
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05/18/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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UW-Madison scientists create new variety of oat
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UW-Madison plant breeders have unveiled a new kind of oat, which can make breakfast cereal a bit heart healthier. The new seed could also mean more money for farmers.
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Latest jobs numbers become major campaign issue
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The latest preliminary jobs numbers from the state are bringing out more division between Republican Gov. Scott Walker and Democratic challenger Tom Barrett.
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05/18/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Disputed April jobs report shows loss of 6,200
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Preliminary numbers show Wisconsin lost 6,200 jobs in the private sector during the month of April.
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05/18/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Talgo jobs remain in limbo
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The jobs of Milwaukee train car manufacturing workers, and the fate of the train sets themselves could be affected by the upcoming gubernatorial recall election.
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05/18/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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State's public high school graduation rate up
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Wisconsin's four year public high school graduation rate has increased to 87 percent. That's up 1.3 percent from the 2009-2010 school year.
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05/18/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Walker releases new employment numbers claiming jobs growth
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Gov. Scott Walker has released a new set of employment numbers that show the state added jobs in his first year instead of losing them. It's a highly unusual step, one Democrats say is hard to verify.
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05/17/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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National Institute for Freshwater proposed for Wisconsin
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Business leaders are calling for a taxpayer-funded National Institute for Fresh Water Science and Technology to be set up in Milwaukee.
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05/17/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Latest Marquette poll shows Walker up by six percent
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New polling in the governor's recall race shows Republican incumbent Scott Walker ahead of Milwaukee Mayor and Democrat Tom Barrett by six percent. But the survey also shows most people don't like the methods Walker uses to make changes in the state.
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05/17/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Walker's new jobs numbers short on details
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Gov. Scott Walker's administration took the unusual step Wednesday (5/16) of releasing new employment numbers for 2011 before they'd been vetted by the federal government. But the numbers were sparse on details.
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05/17/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Walker realeses new employment numbers claiming jobs growth
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Gov. Scott Walker has released a new set of employment numbers that show the state added jobs in his first year instead of losing them. It's a highly unusual step, one Democrats say is hard to verify.
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05/17/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Wisconsin's craft beer makers lobbying lawmakers
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Wisconsin's small beer makers are inviting lawmakers to "beer summits" this week. They're promoting their products and asking for changes to state laws.
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Q&A with Driftless Film Festival organizers
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It's time again for Director's Cut Radio. WPR's Terry Bell talks with the organizers of the annual Driftless Film Festival, Nicholas Langholff and Darren Burrows.
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New device to remove mercury from fish
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There are warnings posted on more than 150 lakes in northern Wisconsin warning people that fish caught there may have toxic levels of mercury. But an inventor from Janesville and a chemist at UW-Whitewater have come up with a gadget they claim can remove the mercury and make the fish taste better.
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05/17/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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Study: State fish hatcheries require millions in upgrades
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A study released this week on Wisconsin's 17 fish hatcheries says it will take $155 million to modernize them. But getting that kind of cash would mean license fee increases or even a statewide conservation fund referendum.
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05/17/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Former Madison police chief publishes book
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A retired Wisconsin police chief who became a minister says modern law enforcement in the U.S. isn't progressing. David Couper wants to start a national conversation on how to get departments to change for the better.
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05/17/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Thompson downplays vote at state GOP convention
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Former Gov. and U.S. Senate candidate Tommy Thompson is downplaying his finish in an endorsement vote cast over the weekend by delegates at the state Republican Party Convention.
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05/17/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Dems continue to pressure Walker on legal defense fund
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Democrats continue to press Gov. Scott Walker to explain why he was allowed to set up a legal defense fund.
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05/16/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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State says needs still being met since ending contract with Planned Parenthood
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It's been five months since the state's decision to end a contract with Planned Parenthood. The group helped low income women receive breast and cervical cancer screenings. Public agencies apparently have filled the gap.
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05/16/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Eagle poisoning casts light on humane society procedures
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Now that the cause is known for the worst case of bald eagle poisoning in American history, the woman who saved the birds is asking for more diligence and better funding for local humane societies.
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The dredge barge is back to work on Fox River
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Dredging is underway on the Fox River in Green Bay. Work was delayed by a lawsuit, but the DNR says the goal of clearing a harmful chemical should be met by fall.
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Ag experts worried soybeans could reach record-low supply
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Despite a large soybean crop being planted this year, agriculture experts are concerned that the U.S. might be left with a historically supply here at home.
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Central Wisconsin city embraces cultural diversity
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Over the weekend, thousands of people attended a central Wisconsin festival promoting racial and cultural diversity. The turnout demonstrates both changing demographics and changing attitudes.
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Dems reach out for college student vote
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Democrats are reaching out to college-aged voters, ahead of the June 5th recall elections.
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05/15/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Local govs can ban concealed weapons at polls
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State election officials say local governments can ban concealed weapons at polling sites.
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05/15/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Workforce training conference in Janesville
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Some business owners in the state have complained they can't find qualified workers to operate technical equipment. Finding workers with basic skills can also be a challenge. A training conference in Janesville Tuesday (5/15) will focus on improving employee literacy, along with math and computer knowledge.
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05/15/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Contract Firefighters leave Northwestern Wisconsin's blowdown area
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Green-up has come a little earlier than usual in northwestern Wisconsin's blowdown area, so back up firefighting planes and crews have left the area.
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05/15/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Pregnant smokers continue to be health concern
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The percentage of expectant mothers in Wisconsin who smoke is lower than is was 20 years ago but it hasn't dropped as much in recent years. It remains higher than the national average.
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05/15/12
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by Shamane Mills
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'Dropkick Murphys' mock Fitzgerald for using their music in campaign
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Some of the music used at this weekend's GOP convention in Green Bay is creating a stir. In this case, the politics of the musicians and the candidate didn't match.
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05/15/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Barrett details more budget plans
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Democratic candidate for governor Tom Barrett is talking more about his state budget plans. Republican incumbent Scott Walker has been asking for details.
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05/15/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Dems want GAB to disclose info about Walker defense fund
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The Wisconsin Democratic Party wants a state panel to disclose some details about Gov. Walker's legal defense fund. And, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett says Walker has been stonewalling on the issue.
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05/15/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Walker reaffirms goal of 250,000 jobs at GOP convention
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With his recall election just a few weeks away, Gov. Scott Walker is doubling down on his promise to help the private sector create 250,000 jobs. The governor is a long way from the mark.
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05/14/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Prison reform groups call for shift towards treatment and diversion
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A coalition of prison reform groups are hoping to shift state prison spending from incarceration to more treatment and diversion programs.
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05/14/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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Walker 'divide and conquer' video impact questionable
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Democrat Tom Barrett is criticizing Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker over a video, in which Walker says he wants to divide and conquer labor unions.
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Loch Ness Monster artist comes forward
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The mystery over who put a Loch Ness Monster statue in an Eau Claire river has been solved.
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State GOP convention unable to decide on endorsement among US Senate candidates
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GOP delegates at the Republican State Convention over the weekend could not agree to endorse any of the four Republicans running for U.S. Senate. More surprising was the showing by former Gov. Tommy Thompson.
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College graduates entering uneasy job market
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Thousands of students will be graduating from Wisconsin colleges over the next several weeks. Although the job market isn't exactly prosperous, it could be getting better.
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05/14/12
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by Maureen McCollum
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Voter registration efforts at African-American churches
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Voter registration efforts for the June 5th recall election are underway, including at African-American churches in Milwaukee.
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05/14/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Recall of Jauch suspended, Jauch calls group disreputable
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The effort to recall State Sen. Bob Jauch has stopped, at least for now. The announcement comes one week short of the deadline to get signatures to trigger an election.
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05/14/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Rhinelander walkout students will not be suspended
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School administrators at Rhinelander High School say that students who walked out of class on Wednesday (5/9) to protest teacher layoffs will be given detention for their actions, but they will not be suspended.
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05/14/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Youth ATV injuries alarm doctors
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The children's hospital in Madison is reminding parents and kids about all terrain vehicle safety. Over the course of two months, five children were taken to the emergency room because of injuries occurring while riding ATVs.
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05/14/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Barrett visits Walker's neighborhood
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Democrat Tom Barrett chatted with neighbors of Republican Scott Walker today (5/11), as part of the recall election contest between the two candidates.
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05/11/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Republicans press Barrett on budget strategy
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Republicans are pressing Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tom Barrett to explain how he would have balanced the budget if he'd been elected in 2010.
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05/11/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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PSC approves transmission project and route
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The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin has approved a major power transmission project and chosen the route the transmission lines will take.
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05/11/12
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by Maureen McCollum
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Gov candidates weigh in on DNR story
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The candidates for governor are weighing in on a recent report that political appointees of Gov. Scott Walker went easy on a business that was spreading potentially dangerous levels of human waste on farm fields.
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05/11/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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UW Madison gets federal contract to produce isotope
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A private, nonprofit research institute on the UW Madison campus has signed a $20 million deal with the U.S. Department of Energy. The Morgridge Institute will oversee production of an isotope that's used in common medical tests, but is in short supply.
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US Postal Service cuts hours across state
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The U.S. Postal Service is reducing hours at nearly 400 post offices in Wisconsin. The reductions are aimed at keeping small, rural post offices open.
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Q&A about documentary film, "Haulin' Ass"
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Director's Cut Radio returns with Trevor Velin, the maker of the 2010 documentary film "Haulin' Ass", about the sport of pack burro racing. Joining Trevor is pack burro racing competitor Roger Pedretti of La Crosse. They spoke with WPR's Terry Bell.
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State warns those on BadgerCare of premium increases
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This week Wisconsin is sending out notices to those on BadgerCare telling them about increased premiums the federal government recently approved.
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05/10/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Attorney granted immunity in John Doe investigation
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An attorney who has done work for Democrats has been granted criminal immunity in an ongoing investigation involving former aides to Gov. Scott Walker.
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05/10/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Great Lakes region mining rush concerns environmental groups
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The National Wildlife Federation says there's a mining rush about to hit the Upper Great Lakes region. It also says mining regulations aren't up to date to deal with it.
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05/10/12
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by Mike Simonson
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The Green Bay School District says testing irregularities are limited
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The Green Bay Area School District has wrapped up an investigation into the handling of state tests at an elementary school. In a report to the state Department of Public Instruction the District says it will increase security on test materials.
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Very high voter turnout for recall primaries
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Turnout for the recall primary last night made history. More than 1.3 million votes were cast, which is about 30 percent turnout. That's the highest turnout for a partisan primary in Wisconsin in 60 years.
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05/10/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Losing Dems join Barrett for unity event
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The Democrats that Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett defeated in Tuesday's (5/9)
gubernatorial recall primary joined him Wednesday (5/10) for a unity event.
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05/10/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Walker surprised by primary turnout
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Gov. Scott Walker said earlier Wednesday that he was surprised by the strong Republican turnout in Tuesday's primary election.
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05/10/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Some Wisconsin apple growers expect a smaller harvest this year
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Wisconsin apple growers are still assessing damage after their trees blossomed early this spring, then were exposed to several nights of below freezing temperatures.
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Walker promotes tax credit for manufacturers
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Gov. Walker toured a Dane County manufacturing plant Wednesday (5/9) and criticized his Democratic opponent for questioning whether a new tax credit for manufacturers will produce jobs.
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05/10/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Barrett to borrow a few ideas from defeated Democratic rivals
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Governor candidate Tom Barrett says he'll borrow some ideas from the three other Democrats he defeated in this week's recall primary.
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05/10/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Hydro electric company decides against Mississippi River projects
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A hydroelectric company has decided to abandon its projects on the upper Mississippi River along Wisconsin.
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05/10/12
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by Maureen McCollum
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Feds say they can speed up on carp options
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The Obama Administration says it will speed up, on offering recommendations for long-term ways to keep Asian Carp out of the Great Lakes. But others remain skeptical about the federal promises.
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05/09/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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A Wisconsin city re-thinks its sex offender residency policy
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The Green Bay City Council may re-consider its policy restricting where registered sex offenders can live. Proponents of the change say it would help police keep better track of offenders.
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DNR to ban baiting and feeding deer in part of northern Wisconsin
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The DNR will begin a ban on baiting and feeding deer starting this week in four far northwestern Wisconsin counties. They hope it will stop the spread of newly-discovered Chronic Wasting Disease there.
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05/09/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Compas wins 13th St. Senate district recall primary
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Professional photographer Lori Compas easily won her primary race in the 13th state Senate district and will go on to face Senate Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald in the June 5th recall election.
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05/09/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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Dexter wins 23rd St. Senate recall primary
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Kristen Dexter of Eau Claire has won the 23rd state Senate Recall primary and now faces Republican Terry Moulton. The June 5th election won't be the first time the two have faced each other on the ballot.
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Barrett and Walker set for rematch
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It's official--the June 5th recall election will be a rematch of 2010. Democratic voters yesterday chose Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to be their party's nominee in next month's historic recall contest against Republican Governor Scott Walker.
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05/09/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Walker easily wins recall primary
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Governor Scott Walker cruised to an easy victory in Tuesday's (5/8) recall primary.
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05/09/12
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by Noah Ovshinsky
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Seidel Wins 29th St. Senate district primary
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Democrat Donna Seidel won her primary battle Tuesday (5/8) against protest candidate James Buckley, and is now setting her sites on her general election opponent.
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Barrett wins Democratic gubernatorial primary
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Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has won the Democratic primary in the governor's recall race, setting up a rematch with Republican incumbent Scott Walker. Wednesday (5/9) morning, Democrats will try to project unity behind Barrett.
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05/09/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Kraft Foods to pay state fine for underweight meat packages
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Kraft Foods has to pay the state of Wisconsin the maximum fine for selling packages of meat that featured false amounts on the label.
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Genocide survivor's message resonates with Hmong community
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A survivor of the genocide in Cambodia brought her story to central Wisconsin last night. The message of the best-selling author is resonating with the area's Hmong community.
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Lehman wins 21st St. Senate district recall primary
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In southeast Wisconsin, Democrat John Lehman easily won his recall primary with 68-percent of the vote.
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