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Wisconsins film tax credit unchanged under Walker's budget

May 17, 2011 - 12:00am

Wisconsin's film tax credit would stay the same under Governor Scott Walker's proposed budget. As Kristen Durst reports, that's not the outcome the film industry was hoping for.

Public teachers in Racine asked to give up more

May 17, 2011 - 12:00am

In Racine, public school teachers are paying higher pension and health insurance costs, but it's not enough to ward off big staff cuts. Gov. Walker says layoffs could be avoided if teachers would give up even more. David Cole reports.

Arctic ice melt threatens polar bears

May 17, 2011 - 12:00am

A recent report about thinning ice in the Arctic troubles a polar bear advocate who's in Wisconsin this week. Chuck Quirmbach has details.

Court hearing today aimed to halt some gun sales

May 17, 2011 - 12:00am

A court hearing is scheduled for today in a case aimed at stopping gun stores from selling to so-called "straw buyers." Chuck Quirmbach reports.

Legislature could stop disinfectant additions to Wisconsin drinking water

May 17, 2011 - 12:00am

Final legislative action could come today on a measure that would let some Wisconsin cities avoid adding disinfectant to their drinking water. Chuck Quirmbach reports on why some cities back the measure.

Republican state lawmakers considering new education plan

May 17, 2011 - 12:00am

Republican state lawmakers are considering a sweeping education plan that would allow the use of test scores to discipline teachers, eliminate the state mandate for physical education and loosen up the rules for the SAGE small classroom program. Shawn Johnson reports.

Sides lining up over proposed mine in Ashland and Iron Counties

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

A proposal to have an open pit iron ore mine in Ashland and Iron Counties still hasn't been filed with the Department of Natural Resources. Even so, people are already choosing sides. Mike Simonson reports from Superior.

Lyme disease on rise in Wisconsin

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

Wisconsin weather is finally warming, and that means bugs are on the way. Ticks can be a particular problem in the state since they carry Lyme disease. As Teresa Shipley reports, cases of the disease are on the rise.

Bill proposed to protect young athletes from concussions

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

A Wisconsin lawmaker has introduced a bill to protect young athletes who might have concussions. Shamane Mills reports.

Some employers hiring, but they're choosy

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

The nation's unemployment rate is still hovering around 9-percent. There are signs employers are ready to start hiring, but they can afford to be picky. Patty Murray reports.

Wisconsin's poet laureate has new support

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

Wisconsin's poet laureate may have a new home. Governor Scott Walker's budget would end state support of the position. Now a private non-profit says it will step in. Patty Murray reports.

Religious group pushes faith communities to cut energy use

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

A religious coalition is ramping up its efforts to help faith communities cut their energy use. Chuck Quirmbach reports that "cool congregations" is coming to Wisconsin.

Wisconsin's museums look for an attendance boost

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

Celebrate Wisconsin Museums Week kicked off this Saturday. Organizers hope the event draws crowds to local museums and heritage centers, especially smaller, struggling ones. Brian Bull reports.

National health effort finds some diabetes patients received preventable amputations

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

An ongoing national effort to improve health care is finding diabetics in Wisconsin are getting amputations that may have been preventable. Shamane Mills reports.

Recall drives against state senators in WI end

May 16, 2011 - 12:00am

Today marked the end of the recall drives against state senators in Wisconsin, with six Republicans and three Democrats now facing special elections this summer. As Glen Moberg reports, organizers fell short of the signatures they needed to force a recall of Democrat Julie Lassa of Stevens Point. Glen Moberg...

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Wisconsins film tax credit unchanged under Walker's budget

Public teachers in Racine asked to give up more

Arctic ice melt threatens polar bears

Court hearing today aimed to halt some gun sales

Legislature could stop disinfectant additions to Wisconsin drinking water

Republican state lawmakers considering new education plan

Sides lining up over proposed mine in Ashland and Iron Counties

Lyme disease on rise in Wisconsin

Bill proposed to protect young athletes from concussions

Some employers hiring, but they're choosy

Wisconsin's poet laureate has new support

Religious group pushes faith communities to cut energy use

Wisconsin's museums look for an attendance boost

National health effort finds some diabetes patients received preventable amputations

Recall drives against state senators in WI end

College grads and faculty share concerns over education market

State legislature advances property taxes bill

Legislation aims to remove bans on auto title loans

Senator Kohl's retirement puts senate seat up for grabs

Public hearing for concealed carry legislation sparks contentious debate

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