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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.

Peshtigo Residents Reach $17.5M Class Action Settlement With Tyco Over PFAS Contamination

January 7, 2021 - 8:50am

Peshtigo residents have reached a $17.5 million settlement with Tyco Fire products and two other companies over widespread PFAS contamination stemming from the use of firefighting foam in Marinette.

Wisconsin US Reps. Tiffany, Fitzgerald Object To Some Biden Electors

January 7, 2021 - 1:15am

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Hazelhurst, and U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, were among 121 House Republicans who voted to object to counting President-elect Joe Biden's electors from Arizona, a vote made possible by several Republican U.S. senators, including Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson.

This Week In Washington: January 6, 2021

January 6, 2021 - 3:00pm

Sunlight shines on the U.S. Capitol building on Capitol Hill in Washington.

We follow the latest on the joint Congressional session to count Electoral College votes for the president, as well as what we know so far about the results of the George runoff elections.

Wisconsin's Congressional Delegation Condemns Violent Mob At US Capitol

January 6, 2021 - 4:30pm

Violent supporters of President Donald Trump entered the U.S. Capitol, prompting the evacuation of the U.S. House and Senate chambers. Wisconsin politicians are speaking out against the violence Wednesday afternoon.

Wisconsin Nursing Homes Begin Vaccinating Staff And Residents

January 6, 2021 - 3:30pm

Wisconsin nursing homes are moving quickly on vaccinations after the first shots were administered on Dec. 28.

Kenosha DA: The Significance Of Not Having Body Cameras Was Immense

January 6, 2021 - 3:15pm

Kenosha County's district attorney says the Jacob Blake case would have been easier with police body camera footage.

More Than 5K People Have Died From COVID-19 In Wisconsin

January 6, 2021 - 2:45pm

More than 5,000 Wisconsinites have died from COVID-19, according to new data from the state Department of Health Services.

UW-Green Bay Students Create Products To Improve Quality Of Life For Older Adults

January 6, 2021 - 8:35am

For the fifth straight year, students at UW-Green Bay are competing in the WiSys Innovation in Aging Student Idea Competition to come up with products, campaigns and solutions to help improve quality of life for older adults.

Foley & Lardner Lawyer Involved In Trump's Call To Georgia Official Resigns

January 6, 2021 - 8:10am

Cleta Mitchell, an attorney with Milwaukee-based law firm Foley & Lardner, has resigned days after participating in a call in which President Donald Trump pressured Georgia’s state secretary to "find" enough votes to overturn Joe Biden’s win in the state’s presidential election.

Nursing Homes Begin Vaccinating Staff And Residents

January 6, 2021 - 7:30am

A woman receives a vaccine from a doctor

Wisconsin has set aside almost 57,000 doses of the Moderna coronavirus vaccine for nursing home staff and residents. We hear from administrators at an elderly advocacy organization and a senior living facility about those vaccine distribution plans.

Relief Checks 101: The Next Round Of Payments

January 6, 2021 - 7:00am

President Donald Trump recently signed $900 billion in COVID-19 legislation, which includes a second round of relief checks. Our guest explains who qualifies for the $600 payments and when families can expect to receive them.

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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'

Peshtigo Residents Reach $17.5M Class Action Settlement With Tyco Over PFAS Contamination

Wisconsin US Reps. Tiffany, Fitzgerald Object To Some Biden Electors

This Week In Washington: January 6, 2021

Wisconsin's Congressional Delegation Condemns Violent Mob At US Capitol

Wisconsin Nursing Homes Begin Vaccinating Staff And Residents

Kenosha DA: The Significance Of Not Having Body Cameras Was Immense

More Than 5K People Have Died From COVID-19 In Wisconsin

UW-Green Bay Students Create Products To Improve Quality Of Life For Older Adults

Foley & Lardner Lawyer Involved In Trump's Call To Georgia Official Resigns

Nursing Homes Begin Vaccinating Staff And Residents

Relief Checks 101: The Next Round Of Payments

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