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More Than 50 Plaintiffs Bring Lawsuit Against City Of Wauwatosa For Handling Of Protests

March 6, 2021 - 1:45pm

Fifty people have filed a lawsuit against the city of Wauwatosa, Mayor Dennis McBride and Wauwatosa Police Chief Barry Weber over the handling of Black Lives Matter protests last fall.

How Has The Pandemic Affected States' Bottom Lines?

March 5, 2021 - 3:00pm

The Post bar in Madison is closed until further notice due to COVID-19

A new report finds that state economies did not struggle as much during the pandemic as during past recessions. A researcher joins us to explain how state economies held on in 2020.

Ron Johnson Pledges Marathon Session To Try To Cut Biden Stimulus

March 5, 2021 - 5:00pm

Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson said Friday that Republicans would offer hundreds of amendments to President Joe Biden's stimulus package in an effort to trim the proposal's $1.9 trillion cost.

As Ice Fishing Season Nears Its End, Wisconsin Officials Warn Anglers Of Unsafe Conditions

March 5, 2021 - 3:15pm

Wildlife officials warn the cycle of sunny days and freezing temperatures can compromise ice conditions.

DHS: More Than 1M Wisconsinites Have Received At Least 1 Coronavirus Vaccine Dose

March 5, 2021 - 2:25pm

There were 350 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Friday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were seven new deaths.

An Earthquake, 150 Miles And 27 Hours Later, Wisconsin Teen Wins 2021 Jr. Iditarod Sled Dog Race

March 5, 2021 - 1:35pm

Northern Wisconsin teen Morgan Martens overcame an earthquake, fallen trees and drifting snow to beat out the competition in the roughly 150-mile Jr. Iditarod Sled Dog Race in Alaska last weekend.

Less Than 20 Milwaukee County Youth Remain At Lincoln Hills. The Goal Is To Get To Zero By The End Of 2021

March 5, 2021 - 12:00pm

Referrals to the juvenile justice system in Milwaukee County were down about 25 percent over the past year, and the number of youth the county sends to the Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake youth prisons has dropped below 20.

Johnson and Johnson Vaccine

March 5, 2021 - 8:30am

A vial of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

After emergency use authorization, Johnson and Johnson provides another option for a vaccine requiring a single dose. A UW Health doctor tells us what we need to know about the new vaccine.

Aurora Health Care Leader On Vaccine Distribution

March 5, 2021 - 8:00am

While the state continues to distribute the vaccine, hospitals and clinics have only received a limited amount of doses. Aurora Health Care Medical Group’s president talks about the next phase of the vaccine rollout and challenges health systems are facing.

Consequences Of The Winter Wolf Hunt

March 5, 2021 - 7:30am

Hunters killed almost 100 more wolves than state officials wanted during Wisconsin’s unprecedented winter hunting season. We talk with a carnivore expert about what effects the hunt might have on the wolf population and breeding season and how he thinks the state should handle wolf hunts.

Evers' Plans For Overhauling Juvenile Justice System

March 5, 2021 - 7:00am

Gov. Tony Evers proposed changes to the juvenile justice system as part of his state budget. The Milwaukee County Division of Youth and Family Services administrator explains how the governor's plan may better serve youth and families.

From The Insurrection To The Election, Ron Johnson Courts Controversy As He Weighs Third Term

March 5, 2021 - 6:30am

Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson has shown a willingness to jump from one controversial topic to another lately, from amplifying Donald Trump's false claims of election fraud to downplaying the Jan. 6 insurrection. Political observers view his comments are a signal that he's reaching out to Trump voters as he...

Wisconsin Teachers Were Vaccine Eligible Starting March 1, But Rollout Has Been Uneven

March 5, 2021 - 6:20am

All Wisconsin teachers became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines on March 1, and while some were able to get their shots quickly, others have run into roadblocks.

Marquette University Joins Growing List of Campuses Planning For All In-Person Classes In Fall

March 5, 2021 - 5:45am

Marquette University has joined a growing list of college campuses planning for a return to in-person classes and full residence halls this fall.

City Of La Crosse Files Lawsuit Calling Out 23 Companies For PFAS Contamination

March 4, 2021 - 4:10pm

The City of La Crosse claims products containing PFAS chemicals caused contamination of private wells in a lawsuit filed against around two dozen chemical companies on Thursday.

Update On In-Person School

March 4, 2021 - 4:00pm

student learning in person during the coronavirus pandemic

President Joe Biden is pushing for schools across the country to reopen by the end of the month -- a goal that may not be realistic . An education reporter updates us on the national push to return to in-person schooling and Wisconsin's efforts to vaccinate teachers and child care providers.

Wisconsin Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Assistance Hotline

March 4, 2021 - 2:10pm

There were 677 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Thursday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 12 new deaths.

Evers Administration Puts Forward Plan For COVID-19 Child Care Aid

March 4, 2021 - 1:20pm

Gov. Tony Evers’ administration is putting forward a plan to spend about $132 million of federal coronavirus aid on child care programs across Wisconsin by this summer — but the proposal requires approval from GOP lawmakers before the money can be paid out.

DWD Begins Paying Pandemic Unemployment Insurance Extension, Says Some Will See Further Delays

March 4, 2021 - 12:45pm

The state Department of Workforce Development has started issuing some payments for one of four pandemic unemployment programs signed into law in December, more than two months after the new benefit became law. But the department also said some payments will face longer delays for claims that "cannot be processed automatically."

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More Than 50 Plaintiffs Bring Lawsuit Against City Of Wauwatosa For Handling Of Protests

How Has The Pandemic Affected States' Bottom Lines?

Ron Johnson Pledges Marathon Session To Try To Cut Biden Stimulus

As Ice Fishing Season Nears Its End, Wisconsin Officials Warn Anglers Of Unsafe Conditions

DHS: More Than 1M Wisconsinites Have Received At Least 1 Coronavirus Vaccine Dose

An Earthquake, 150 Miles And 27 Hours Later, Wisconsin Teen Wins 2021 Jr. Iditarod Sled Dog Race

Less Than 20 Milwaukee County Youth Remain At Lincoln Hills. The Goal Is To Get To Zero By The End Of 2021

Johnson and Johnson Vaccine

Aurora Health Care Leader On Vaccine Distribution

Consequences Of The Winter Wolf Hunt

Evers' Plans For Overhauling Juvenile Justice System

From The Insurrection To The Election, Ron Johnson Courts Controversy As He Weighs Third Term

Wisconsin Teachers Were Vaccine Eligible Starting March 1, But Rollout Has Been Uneven

Marquette University Joins Growing List of Campuses Planning For All In-Person Classes In Fall

City Of La Crosse Files Lawsuit Calling Out 23 Companies For PFAS Contamination

Update On In-Person School

Wisconsin Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Assistance Hotline

Evers Administration Puts Forward Plan For COVID-19 Child Care Aid

DWD Begins Paying Pandemic Unemployment Insurance Extension, Says Some Will See Further Delays

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