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A Guide To Wisconsin Springtime Bird Migration

March 20, 2018 - 3:35pm

With the fresh spring air comes the return of many Wisconsin birds who have made their way south for the winter — some even traveling upwards of 600 miles during their migration.

DOC Reaches $18.9M Settlement With Youth Inmate Injured In Attempted Suicide

March 20, 2018 - 5:10pm

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections has agreed to give a former youth prison inmate who tried to hang herself $18.9 million.

Judge Allows Challenge To DNR Settlement On CAFO Rules

March 20, 2018 - 5:05pm

A Milwaukee County Circuit Court judge is allowing several environmental groups to challenge a settlement between the state Department of Natural Resources and the Dairy Business Association.

President Trump Unveils New Plan To Combat The Opioid Crisis

March 20, 2018 - 4:30pm

President Donald Trump announced his administration's new plan to combat the opioid crisis yesterday. The President is calling on sending more federal money to states and local law enforcement and handing out harsher punishments to drug dealers. We speak to Dr. Chris Eberlein of Gundersen Health-Lacrosse about the plan.

Wisconsin Native Summits Tallest Mountain In Western Hemisphere

March 20, 2018 - 4:15pm

Chelsey Berg at the summit of Mount Aconcagua

Watertown native Chelsey Berg climbed to the top of Argentina's Mount Aconcagua in January. At 22,842 feet, it’s one of the world’s Seven Summits, a group of the highest mountains in each continent.

HIV, Syphilis Cluster Identified In Milwaukee

March 20, 2018 - 4:00pm

At least 120 people have been infected with HIV or syphilis in Milwaukee, according to the Milwaukee Health Department. We find out how community leaders are responding.

Green Bay Officer To Receive $200K To Settle Harassment Claim

March 20, 2018 - 3:20pm

Police Chief Andrew Smith says paying the settlement money to Stephanie Dantoin "is the right thing to do." Dantoin resigned from the force in March, claiming she was bullied and harassed by fellow officers.

GOP Lawmakers Edge Closer To Deal On Walker's School Safety Plan

March 20, 2018 - 2:45pm

Republican lawmakers at the Capitol on Tuesday appeared to move closer to a deal on Gov. Scott Walker’s school safety proposals, including $100 million for facility upgrades and staff training.

US Interior Secretary Zinke Presents $35M In Grants To Wisconsin

March 20, 2018 - 12:50pm

Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke visits Horicon Marsh, to hand out money, and responds to criticism back in Washington D.C.

Racine County DA Clears 2 Officers In Fatal Shooting Of Donte' Devel Shannon

March 20, 2018 - 12:35pm

Racine County District Attorney Tricia Hanson released her decision Tuesday after meeting with the family of 26-year-old Donte' Devel Shannon, who died on Jan. 17.

Fire Danger High In Southern Wisconsin

March 20, 2018 - 11:20am

Spring brings wildfires with it to the state. Currently, southern Wisconsin has high fire danger. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources updates fire danger and burn restrictions daily at 11 a.m.

Milwaukee Area Technical College Expanding Tuition 'Promise' To Adults Returning To Complete Degrees

March 20, 2018 - 11:15am

A new program at Milwaukee Area Technical College is trying to lure adults with some college credit back to campus to finish their degrees and they're starting in the city's most economically challenged neighborhood.

EPA Raises Objections To Upper Peninsula Mine Proposal

March 20, 2018 - 10:15am

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency wants answers to questions about a wetlands permit application filed by Aquila Resources Inc. The Canadian company plans to mine gold, zinc and copper near the Menominee River on the Michigan-Wisconsin line.

Foxconn Selects General Contractor, Engineering Consultants

March 20, 2018 - 10:10am

Foxconn Technology Group has selected some key companies to begin building its massive flat screen manufacturing complex in Racine County.

Republicans Reach Deals On Walker Agenda As Legislature Nears Finish Line

March 20, 2018 - 9:40am

Top Republican state lawmakers struck last-minute agreements on key pieces of Gov. Scott Walker's election-year agenda on Tuesday as the state Senate convened for what legislators said would be the final day of their 2018 legislative session.

Environmentalists, Landowners Question Foxconn Electricity Plan, Air Pollution Permits

March 20, 2018 - 8:15am

Environmentalists and landowners are giving a closer look to Foxconn's potential air pollution emissions, and need for electricity.

Southwestern Wisconsin Rep. Lee Nerison Announces Retirement

March 19, 2018 - 5:05pm

Longtime Republican state Rep. Lee Nerison says he won't seek re-election this fall. Nerison, of Westby, announced Monday that he plans to retire from the Legislature. He has represented southwestern Wisconsin's 96th Assembly District since 2005. He has served as chairman of the Assembly's agriculture committee since 2011. The 65-year-old...

Report: Home Sales In Wisconsin Break Winter Record

March 19, 2018 - 2:45pm

The latest Wisconsin Realtors Association report shows home sales in Wisconsin hit a record high between December and February with more than 13,400 homes sold during what are typically slower months for sales.

Lake Winnebago System's Walleye Management Plan Up For Review

March 19, 2018 - 2:10pm

The Wisconsin DNR hasn't updated their walleye management plan for the Lake Winnebago System since 1991. Twenty-seven years later, wildlife officials are working to update that plan to ensure a sustainable walleye population.

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A Guide To Wisconsin Springtime Bird Migration

DOC Reaches $18.9M Settlement With Youth Inmate Injured In Attempted Suicide

Judge Allows Challenge To DNR Settlement On CAFO Rules

President Trump Unveils New Plan To Combat The Opioid Crisis

Wisconsin Native Summits Tallest Mountain In Western Hemisphere

HIV, Syphilis Cluster Identified In Milwaukee

Green Bay Officer To Receive $200K To Settle Harassment Claim

GOP Lawmakers Edge Closer To Deal On Walker's School Safety Plan

US Interior Secretary Zinke Presents $35M In Grants To Wisconsin

Racine County DA Clears 2 Officers In Fatal Shooting Of Donte' Devel Shannon

Fire Danger High In Southern Wisconsin

Milwaukee Area Technical College Expanding Tuition 'Promise' To Adults Returning To Complete Degrees

EPA Raises Objections To Upper Peninsula Mine Proposal

Foxconn Selects General Contractor, Engineering Consultants

Republicans Reach Deals On Walker Agenda As Legislature Nears Finish Line

Environmentalists, Landowners Question Foxconn Electricity Plan, Air Pollution Permits

Southwestern Wisconsin Rep. Lee Nerison Announces Retirement

Report: Home Sales In Wisconsin Break Winter Record

Lake Winnebago System's Walleye Management Plan Up For Review

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