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New Residential Addiction Treatment Center Coming For Waukesha County

August 30, 2019 - 3:45pm

LSS Aspen Center for residential addiction treatment in Waukesha

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan is expanding its opportunities for people in Waukesha County to seek treatment for addiction treatment close to home. We talk to the head of the organization about a new residential facility set to open next year.

Further Confusion Over Lame Duck Law Delaying Settlement Of State Lawsuits

August 30, 2019 - 3:30pm

Attorney General Josh Kaul and Governor Tony Evers

A law passed by state Republicans last year requires the Attorney General to get lawmaker approval before settling some lawsuits the state is involved in. Now, confusion over how to implement that law is delaying settlements worth millions of dollars. We find out more from a state capitol reporter.

Milwaukee County Executive Calls For Unity Among Bus Drivers In Fight For State Funding

August 30, 2019 - 3:15pm

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele is asking the bus drivers union to set aside their differences so Milwaukee County Transit can find a way to get more money from the state.

DNR Board Moves Toward Shortening Grouse Season In Wisconsin

August 30, 2019 - 2:55pm

The state Department of Natural Resources board is moving toward shortening Wisconsin's ruffed grouse season as the population dwindles.

Wisconsin Hemp Bill Passes State Senate Committee Unanimously

August 30, 2019 - 1:50pm

A bipartisan bill looking to encourage hemp production in Wisconsin is moving to a vote in the state Senate after passing the chamber's committee on agriculture with unanimous support last week.

Homeless Camp In Downtown Milwaukee Growing

August 30, 2019 - 10:40am

The growing number of people living in tents in a homeless encampment under an overpass in downtown Milwaukee has local officials concerned.

Milwaukee County Zoo Adding 3rd Elephant

August 30, 2019 - 6:25am

Belle, an African elephant is being transferred from South Carolina to the Milwaukee County Zoo. She'll join long-time herd members Ruth and Brittany.

UW Study: Exercise Could Help Slow Development Of Alzheimer's

August 30, 2019 - 5:45am

A recent study conducted by a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison shows exercise can help slow the development of diseases like Alzheimer's disease.

Growing Number Of Wisconsin Cities Committing To Be 'Age-Friendly'

August 30, 2019 - 5:05am

La Crosse is becoming the fifth municipality in the state to commit to becoming an age-friendly community.

WEDC Secretary Announces Resignation

August 29, 2019 - 4:00pm

WEDC secretary and CEO Mark Hogan speaks at an event in Sheboygan, Wis.

Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. secretary and CEO Mark Hogan will step down from his position on September 3. Hogan joins us to talk about his time with WEDC and his goals for the future of business in Wisconsin.

Hemp Bill Advances In State Senate

August 29, 2019 - 3:30pm

LaVon Felton shows where he planted 48 acres of industrial hemp

A bill aimed at encouraging hemp production in Wisconsin passed out of the Senate's committee on agriculture with unanimous support. We talk to one of the co-authors of the legislation for an update on its status and how it would work.

GOP Lawmakers Hire Private Lawyer Amid Standoff With Attorney General Josh Kaul

August 29, 2019 - 4:20pm

Republican state lawmakers hired a private attorney on Thursday in an attempt to end a stalemate with Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul over how to implement a new state law.

Majority Of Vaping-Related Lung Disease In Wisconsin Linked To THC Products

August 29, 2019 - 3:30pm

State health officials say the majority of Wisconsin patients suffering from lung disease linked to vaping used THC products.

Ready For School? Study 7 School-Related Subjects As Classes Resume

August 29, 2019 - 2:40pm

With September nearing, now is the time to brush up on summer homework. Catch up on some education-related topics, including college tuition, American dorms, student mental health and more as back-to-school season is upon us.

UW-Green Bay Names Interim Chancellor

August 29, 2019 - 2:35pm

University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross has appointed UW-Green Bay Vice Chancellor For Business and Finance Sheryl L. Van Gruensven as interim chancellor while regents search for permanent replacement.

Evers Hopes To Name New Economic Development Leader Soon

August 29, 2019 - 1:45pm

Gov. Tony Evers says he hopes to name a new leader for Wisconsin's economic development agency within two weeks.

Wisconsin Sexual Assault Kit Tests Yield First Conviction

August 29, 2019 - 1:35pm

The state Justice Department has won its first conviction using results from testing thousands of unanalyzed sexual assault kits.

'Tremendous' Legal Case In Limbo As Attorney General, GOP Lawmakers Spar Over Law

August 29, 2019 - 12:45pm

According to memos released by the state Department of Justice, legal action on more than 15 cases that could net Wisconsin millions of dollars is in limbo as a deadlock with Republican lawmakers continues.

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New Residential Addiction Treatment Center Coming For Waukesha County

Further Confusion Over Lame Duck Law Delaying Settlement Of State Lawsuits

Milwaukee County Executive Calls For Unity Among Bus Drivers In Fight For State Funding

DNR Board Moves Toward Shortening Grouse Season In Wisconsin

Wisconsin Hemp Bill Passes State Senate Committee Unanimously

Homeless Camp In Downtown Milwaukee Growing

Milwaukee County Zoo Adding 3rd Elephant

UW Study: Exercise Could Help Slow Development Of Alzheimer's

Growing Number Of Wisconsin Cities Committing To Be 'Age-Friendly'

WEDC Secretary Announces Resignation

Hemp Bill Advances In State Senate

GOP Lawmakers Hire Private Lawyer Amid Standoff With Attorney General Josh Kaul

Majority Of Vaping-Related Lung Disease In Wisconsin Linked To THC Products

Ready For School? Study 7 School-Related Subjects As Classes Resume

UW-Green Bay Names Interim Chancellor

Evers Hopes To Name New Economic Development Leader Soon

Wisconsin Sexual Assault Kit Tests Yield First Conviction

'Tremendous' Legal Case In Limbo As Attorney General, GOP Lawmakers Spar Over Law

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