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Jill Underly Defeats Deborah Kerr In State Superintendent Election

April 6, 2021 - 9:40pm

Pecatonica Superintendent Jill Underly won the first open race for Wisconsin's top education job in more than a decade, defeating former Brown Deer Superintendent Deborah Kerr

Raine Stern Hopes You Like The Music And Embrace The Message

April 5, 2021 - 10:40am

Raine Stern talks about auditioning for NBC's "The Voice," how she wants to be a leader rather than a celebrity, and cites a climate activist as inspiration.

State, Tribal Agencies Warn Against Harassing Tribal Spearfishers As Spring Harvest Begins

April 5, 2021 - 6:30am

An incident involving gunfire near tribal spearfishers last year is prompting tribal and state officials to send a warning that harassment won’t be tolerated during this spring’s tribal spearfishing season.

The Show Must Go On (Virtually)

April 1, 2021 - 5:50am

Over the last year, many of Wisconsin’s performing arts organizations have had to pivot from putting on events for large in-person audiences to virtual or physically distant performances. It's been a difficult year, both creatively and financially.

Elections Commission Saw No Formal Complaints, Evidence Against Green Bay Elections Consultant

March 31, 2021 - 3:30pm

State Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe told lawmakers Wednesday that the agency hasn’t seen any evidence or received formal complaints surrounding election grants tied to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

Northern Wisconsin Appeals Court Candidate Attracts GOP Donors

March 30, 2021 - 5:20am

An appeals court race in northern Wisconsin has attracted partisan spending in a way experts say is a sign of the creeping political polarization of court elections.

Even For Those Teaching In Person, This School Year Is A Long Way From 'Normal'

March 26, 2021 - 6:30am

Some Wisconsin school districts have taught kids in-person since September, while others are just starting to bring students back into classrooms — but teachers say it's been an adjustment, and is a long way from a "normal" school year.

Audubon Plan Aims To Restore Nearly 300K Acres Of Great Lakes Coastal Wetlands To Benefit Birds

March 22, 2021 - 4:20pm

Climate change, development and invasive species are threatening coastal areas of the Great Lakes region that is home to 350 bird species. A new Audubon Society report outlines a plan to restore and protect a dozen areas that support the region's birds.

Brown County Moves To Address Public Defender Shortage

March 22, 2021 - 6:50am

Long waits for legal counsel isn't new for Wisconsin's criminal courts. The Brown County Board of Supervisors acted last week to try to address the area’s public defender shortage after some defendants have waited more than 100 days for representation.

Small Cities In Wisconsin Protest Federal Proposal To Downgrade Them To 'Micropolitan' Areas

March 17, 2021 - 3:45pm

Small cities in Wisconsin want to hang onto their metropolitan status in the face of a proposal that would downgrade some to "micropolitan" areas. Local officials worry the change could come at a cost.

Lambeau Field Opens As Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

March 17, 2021 - 6:30am

On Tuesday, a new COVID-19 mass vaccination site opened at UW-Milwaukee, and on Wednesday, a clinic launched at Lambeau Field. The state's vaccine infrastructure will be critical when it expands eligibility later this month.

Some UW Campuses Planning For Graduates To Walk Across Stage During Commencement

March 9, 2021 - 6:15am

Several University of Wisconsin System campuses are planning to have graduates walk across the stage to receive their diplomas this spring. They will be the first UW System commencements featuring any in-person component since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Meet Lawrence University's New President, Laurie Carter

March 8, 2021 - 6:05am

In July, Laurie Carter will begin her tenure as president of Lawrence University in Appleton.

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.

School Meals Have Been Free To All Students During The Pandemic. Some Want To See That Continue Past COVID-19

March 4, 2021 - 5:55am

As part of the federal coronavirus relief legislation, school meals around the country are fully funded, regardless of student need, through the end of June. This is a departure from the usual policy of offering free- and reduced-price meals to families who qualify based on their income, and some want to...

Lake Winnebago Already Seeing Highest Sturgeon Spearing Harvest In 6 Years

February 25, 2021 - 12:10pm

The sturgeon spearing season hasn’t ended yet, but the harvest on Lake Winnebago is the highest it’s been in six years.

Returning To Classrooms In Green Bay And Eau Claire

February 25, 2021 - 8:30am

As more Wisconsinites receive coronavirus vaccines, more schools and grade levels are returning to classrooms. We talk with the superintendents of Eau Claire and Green Bay public schools about their districts’ operations.

Oshkosh Defense Awarded Contract For New, Greener USPS Mail Trucks

February 24, 2021 - 12:30pm

On Tuesday, the U.S. Postal Service announced it has awarded Wisconsin-based Oshkosh Defense a contract to create the next generation of postal trucks.

Folk Musicians Amid Coronavirus

February 24, 2021 - 7:30am

The pandemic canceled countless music festivals and concerts last year, including the European tour of Door County folk musician Katie Dahl. But vaccines now offer artists and fans hope of reconnecting. Dahl discusses her experiences amid the coronavirus and her new music.

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Jill Underly Defeats Deborah Kerr In State Superintendent Election

Raine Stern Hopes You Like The Music And Embrace The Message

State, Tribal Agencies Warn Against Harassing Tribal Spearfishers As Spring Harvest Begins

The Show Must Go On (Virtually)

Elections Commission Saw No Formal Complaints, Evidence Against Green Bay Elections Consultant

Northern Wisconsin Appeals Court Candidate Attracts GOP Donors

Even For Those Teaching In Person, This School Year Is A Long Way From 'Normal'

Audubon Plan Aims To Restore Nearly 300K Acres Of Great Lakes Coastal Wetlands To Benefit Birds

Brown County Moves To Address Public Defender Shortage

Small Cities In Wisconsin Protest Federal Proposal To Downgrade Them To 'Micropolitan' Areas

Lambeau Field Opens As Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

Some UW Campuses Planning For Graduates To Walk Across Stage During Commencement

Meet Lawrence University's New President, Laurie Carter

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

School Meals Have Been Free To All Students During The Pandemic. Some Want To See That Continue Past COVID-19

Lake Winnebago Already Seeing Highest Sturgeon Spearing Harvest In 6 Years

Returning To Classrooms In Green Bay And Eau Claire

Oshkosh Defense Awarded Contract For New, Greener USPS Mail Trucks

Folk Musicians Amid Coronavirus

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