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DWD Unable To Say When New Unemployment Benefits Will Be Set Up For PUA, PEUC

January 11, 2021 - 6:00am

Unemployment recipients looking to take advantage of new benefits created under the second round of federal coronavirus relief will have to wait an unknown amount of time before the benefits are available.

Survey: Most Wisconsin Schools Were Virtual In Spring 2020, Though Many Struggled

January 11, 2021 - 5:10am

In a state Department of Public Instruction survey on how Wisconsin school districts managed last spring's pandemic-related shutdown, many reported challenges in delivering material and providing wrap-around services, with strategies varying depending on internet access and typical family resources.

DHS: 1,832 New COVID-19 Cases, 2 New Deaths

January 10, 2021 - 3:20pm

There were 1,832 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Sunday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were two new deaths.

Wisconsin Reports 36 New Deaths From COVID-19

January 9, 2021 - 3:20pm

There were 3,046 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Saturday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 36 new deaths.

2021 Could Be A Great Year... In Space

January 8, 2021 - 4:30pm

A lot of exciting stuff is slated to happen in space this year: several Mars missions' arrivals on the surface of the red planet, rocket launches, the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope, and more. A science reporter joins to share the potential highlights of the coming year in space.

Burlington School Teacher On Leave After Telling Students He Was Going To Washington For 'Stop The Steal' Rally

January 8, 2021 - 4:30pm

A Burlington Area School District teacher has been placed on administrative leave for apparently telling students he was traveling to this week's "Stop The Steal" rally in Washington, D.C., which turned into a violent siege of the U.S. Capitol and left five people.

A Look At The GOP-Backed COVID Proposal And New Legislative Session

January 8, 2021 - 4:00pm

A reporter joins the program to discuss Republican lawmakers' new bill addressing COVID-19 in Wisconsin. We also discuss what's ahead for state politics as the new legislative session kicks off.

Here's Where Wisconsin's Congressional Delegation Stands On Removing President Trump From Office

January 8, 2021 - 3:25pm

Two days after a violent mob took over the U.S. Capitol, the nation's top Democrats are calling for the removal of President Donald Trump before his term expires — and every Democratic member of Wisconsin’s congressional delegation is at least considering it.

COVID-19 Cases Climb As Post-Holiday Testing Picks Up

January 8, 2021 - 2:45pm

There were 3,474 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Friday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 40 new deaths.

Gov. Tony Evers Joins 7 States In Asking Feds To Release More COVID-19 Vaccine

January 8, 2021 - 2:00pm

Eight state governors including Gov. Tony Evers have written to the Trump administration asking the federal government to release more COVID-19 vaccine.

Wisconsin Counties To Be Reimbursed For Election Recount

January 8, 2021 - 11:35am

The Wisconsin Legislature's Republican-controlled budget committee has approved reimbursing Milwaukee and Dane counties for costs incurred during the recount requested and paid for by President Donald Trump.

State DOC: 2 More Inmate Deaths From COVID-19

January 8, 2021 - 6:10am

Wisconsin corrections officials say two additional inmates have died from coronavirus in the state's prison system, bringing the total number of COVID-19 deaths to 25.

How Do You Talk To Kids About The Insurrection In Washington?

January 8, 2021 - 5:10am

Teachers and child development experts offer tools for adults trying to talk to the children in their lives about political violence and other difficult topics.

Efforts To Keep Asian Carp Out Of The Great Lakes Move Forward Under New Agreements

January 7, 2021 - 5:15pm

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has signed an agreement with the State of Illinois to begin early work on an $858 million project to prevent the spread of Asian carp into the Great Lakes.

Why Police Are Rarely Convicted For Shootings

January 7, 2021 - 4:00pm

Man speaks into mics with Jacob Blake's family

This week, the Kenosha County D.A. said he didn't have sufficient evidence to charge the officers involved in Jacob Blake's shooting. The creator of one of the most comprehensive datasets on police misconduct explains why convictions in police-involved shootings are rare .

Health Officials: Pandemic Progress Depends On More Than The Vaccine

January 7, 2021 - 2:35pm

Wisconsin reached another grim milestone this week as COVID-19 claimed the lives of more than 5,000 people in the state. Meanwhile, Milwaukee began vaccinating public employees considered to be at highest risk of contracting the disease.

New COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin Continue To Climb After Holiday Decline

January 7, 2021 - 2:25pm

There were 3,791 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Thursday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 40 new deaths.

Wisconsin Assembly Passes Another COVID-19 Response Bill, But Its Future Is Dim

January 7, 2021 - 2:15pm

The Republican-controlled state Assembly passed a new COVID-19 response bill for Wisconsin Thursday, but it is not expected to go further in the legislative process.

'I Hold Trump Responsible': Wisconsinites React To Scenes Of Violence, Chaos At US Capitol Wednesday

January 7, 2021 - 1:40pm

People across Wisconsin expressed disgust and shock Thursday after seeing images and video of a violent pro-Trump mob storming the U.S. Capitol a day earlier.

Bucks Coach On Team's Demonstration: 'Jacob Blake And His Family Are Important To Us'

January 7, 2021 - 12:30pm

Bucks center Brook Lopez said it was head coach Mike Budenholzer’s idea to stage a demonstration during the game instead of the national anthem to draw more attention to the message. Bucks players and coaches have been outspoken in support of Jacob Blake and his family for months.

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DWD Unable To Say When New Unemployment Benefits Will Be Set Up For PUA, PEUC

Survey: Most Wisconsin Schools Were Virtual In Spring 2020, Though Many Struggled

DHS: 1,832 New COVID-19 Cases, 2 New Deaths

Wisconsin Reports 36 New Deaths From COVID-19

2021 Could Be A Great Year... In Space

Burlington School Teacher On Leave After Telling Students He Was Going To Washington For 'Stop The Steal' Rally

A Look At The GOP-Backed COVID Proposal And New Legislative Session

Here's Where Wisconsin's Congressional Delegation Stands On Removing President Trump From Office

COVID-19 Cases Climb As Post-Holiday Testing Picks Up

Gov. Tony Evers Joins 7 States In Asking Feds To Release More COVID-19 Vaccine

Wisconsin Counties To Be Reimbursed For Election Recount

State DOC: 2 More Inmate Deaths From COVID-19

How Do You Talk To Kids About The Insurrection In Washington?

Efforts To Keep Asian Carp Out Of The Great Lakes Move Forward Under New Agreements

Why Police Are Rarely Convicted For Shootings

Health Officials: Pandemic Progress Depends On More Than The Vaccine

New COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin Continue To Climb After Holiday Decline

Wisconsin Assembly Passes Another COVID-19 Response Bill, But Its Future Is Dim

'I Hold Trump Responsible': Wisconsinites React To Scenes Of Violence, Chaos At US Capitol Wednesday

Bucks Coach On Team's Demonstration: 'Jacob Blake And His Family Are Important To Us'

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