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Evers Says He Won't Propose Funding For New Green Bay Prison In State Budget

February 20, 2019 - 11:05am

Gov. Tony Evers says he won't be proposing building a new prison in Green Bay despite calls from area leaders to close the Green Bay Correctional Institution in Allouez and replace it.

Snowplow Drivers, Mechanics In High Demand This Winter

February 20, 2019 - 6:30am

Snowplow drivers and snow removal workers have been in high demand this winter across Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest.

Historic Hotel Is Reopening In Downtown Green Bay

February 15, 2019 - 12:55pm

A historic hotel is reopening in downtown Green Bay.

Wisconsin Takes On PFAS Groundwater Contamination

February 11, 2019 - 5:00pm

Concerns are bubbling up over contaminated drinking water in some Wisconsin municipalities, leading officials to take action.

Sturgeon Spearers To Hit The Ice Saturday Morning

February 8, 2019 - 5:10am

Wisconsin's sturgeon spearing season begins on Saturday, and while the state Department of Natural Resources and anglers alike say no ice is ever 100 percent safe, this years' ice appears to be OK.

UWO Foundation Files Plans To Reorganize

February 7, 2019 - 8:15am

The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's nonprofit foundation has filed plans to reorganize under Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

With Lincoln Hills Closure Delayed, Evers Planning To Add Staff At Troubled Prison

February 6, 2019 - 6:00am

Gov. Tony Evers' budget proposal will include bonding to replace the state's troubled juvenile prisons Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake, but the facilities won’t close their doors by 2021 as originally expected.

Study: Door County Lacks Affordable Year-Round Rental Housing

February 5, 2019 - 2:45pm

A new study shows Door County lacks affordable housing for year-round residents.

Weather Service: Many Wisconsin Roads 'Completely Covered' With Ice

February 4, 2019 - 3:15pm

Icy roads remain a problem across much of Wisconsin following Monday morning's mixed precipitation.

Wisconsin Airports Report Uptick In Passenger Numbers

February 4, 2019 - 6:00am

General Mitchell International Airport is reporting it had more than 7 million local passengers move through its gates in 2018.

Extreme Cold Could Impact Wisconsin Fruit, Alfalfa Crops

February 4, 2019 - 5:00am

Wisconsin specialists say last week's extreme cold could cause more winter kill of fruits, alfalfa and other perennial crops in the state.

Satellite Foxconn Facilities Still Planned For 2 Wisconsin Cities

February 1, 2019 - 5:50am

Despite reports Wednesday that Foxconn Technology Group would be abandoning plans to manufacture LCD televisions at its southeastern Wisconsin plant, the technology company's plans to open two "innovation centers" in the state remain on course.

Harley-Davidson Releases Disappointing Fourth-Quarter Earnings

January 30, 2019 - 8:00am

Harley-Davidson Inc. reported Tuesday disappointing earnings numbers Tuesday for the fourth quarter of 2018.

Quality Of Life A Focus For Incoming Department Of Workforce Development Secretary

January 25, 2019 - 3:40pm

In an interview with Wisconsin Public Radio about his new role, state Department of Workforce Development Secretary Caleb Frostman said he wants to focus on increasing Wisconsinites' quality of life and growing wages.

Hmong-Americans Showcase Reaction To Culture In Art Exhibit

January 25, 2019 - 1:00pm

Work by two Hmong-American artists is on display at Appleton’s Lawrence University in the Kohler Gallery. The exhibit called “thaum koj tshwm sim / when you were made” opened on Jan. 11 and runs through March 8.

Evers To Commit $31M In Budget Plan For Marinette Marine

January 24, 2019 - 7:00pm

Gov. Tony Evers said he plans to commit $31 million in his state budget plan to help Fincantieri Marinette Marine.

Efforts Ongoing To Enforce New Manure Spreading Restrictions In Eastern Wisconsin

January 23, 2019 - 4:30pm

The state Department of Natural Resources is working with counties and farms in eastern Wisconsin to enforce new restrictions on manure spreading that took effect last year. Natural Resource Board members sought information at its meeting Wednesday about the agency’s monitoring of the new standards and their impact on water...

Wisconsin Anglers Return To The Ice As Temperatures Drop

January 21, 2019 - 6:00am

The return of cold temperatures in Wisconsin has brought a resurgence of ice fishing across the state.

Catholic Diocese Of Green Bay Creates Programs To Help Victims Of Priest Abuse

January 18, 2019 - 8:50am

The Catholic Diocese of Green Bay has set up new programs to assist victims of priest abuse, including a new victim's assistance team.

Ron Johnson Stands Behind Trump On Border Security

January 16, 2019 - 6:05pm

Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson was pressed by constituents during a telephone town hall Wednesday about why he wasn't doing more to reopen the federal government. In response, Johnson defended President Donald Trump and restated the need for a border wall.

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Evers Says He Won't Propose Funding For New Green Bay Prison In State Budget

Snowplow Drivers, Mechanics In High Demand This Winter

Historic Hotel Is Reopening In Downtown Green Bay

Wisconsin Takes On PFAS Groundwater Contamination

Sturgeon Spearers To Hit The Ice Saturday Morning

UWO Foundation Files Plans To Reorganize

With Lincoln Hills Closure Delayed, Evers Planning To Add Staff At Troubled Prison

Study: Door County Lacks Affordable Year-Round Rental Housing

Weather Service: Many Wisconsin Roads 'Completely Covered' With Ice

Wisconsin Airports Report Uptick In Passenger Numbers

Extreme Cold Could Impact Wisconsin Fruit, Alfalfa Crops

Satellite Foxconn Facilities Still Planned For 2 Wisconsin Cities

Harley-Davidson Releases Disappointing Fourth-Quarter Earnings

Quality Of Life A Focus For Incoming Department Of Workforce Development Secretary

Hmong-Americans Showcase Reaction To Culture In Art Exhibit

Evers To Commit $31M In Budget Plan For Marinette Marine

Efforts Ongoing To Enforce New Manure Spreading Restrictions In Eastern Wisconsin

Wisconsin Anglers Return To The Ice As Temperatures Drop

Catholic Diocese Of Green Bay Creates Programs To Help Victims Of Priest Abuse

Ron Johnson Stands Behind Trump On Border Security

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