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Democrat Tony Evers Sworn In As Wisconsin's 46th Governor

January 7, 2019 - 8:30am

Democrat Tony Evers has taken over the governor's office, replacing GOP Gov. Scott Walker, who held the executive position for eight years.

Warm Weather Postpones Opening Of Ice Castle In Lake Geneva

January 7, 2019 - 6:10am

In Lake Geneva, bouts of warm rain have delayed the opening of a new winter attraction: an ice castle.

Federal Government Shutdown Impacting Wisconsin Businesses

January 7, 2019 - 5:40am

Some Wisconsin businesses and entrepreneurs are feeling the effects of the partial federal government shutdown.

Wisconsin Congressional Delegation At Odds Over Government Shutdown

January 4, 2019 - 4:30pm

Congressional lawmakers are no closer to reopening the government despite a meeting between senior Democratic leaders and President Donald Trump on Friday. Wisconsin lawmakers are also at odds over solving the government shutdown.

Wisconsin Alcohol Producers Face Delays During Government Shutdown

January 4, 2019 - 2:30pm

Wisconsin alcohol producers say the federal government shutdown is impacting their businesses because the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau is closed.

Dane, Sauk Counties Seek To Mitigate Flooding In 2019

January 4, 2019 - 6:05am

In Dane and Sauk counties last summer, lakes and rivers spilled over, drenching streets and damaging homes. And although the new year has just begun, the areas have already started taking steps to prevent a repeat of 2018’s widespread flooding.

Some Great Lakes Ports See Continued Uptick In Cargo Volumes

January 4, 2019 - 5:30am

Some Great Lakes ports continued to see an uptick in cargo moving through last year. A strong economy is driving demand for products, and, in some cases, tariffs are playing a role in cargo volumes.

Federal Rule Makes Hospitals Post Prices To Increase Transparency, Competition

January 3, 2019 - 1:45pm

A new rule from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services now requires hospitals across the country to post more detailed price data for services, medications and procedures.

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Forming Water Quality Task Force

January 3, 2019 - 12:35pm

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says he will form a water quality task force following reports of contaminated wells across southwestern Wisconsin.

Lawmakers Examine Changes For Bail, Conditions Of Pretrial Release

January 3, 2019 - 11:10am

Wisconsin lawmakers are drafting legislation that would change the state Constitution with the hope of improving public safety and protecting the legal rights of people charged with crimes.

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Democrat Tony Evers Sworn In As Wisconsin's 46th Governor

Warm Weather Postpones Opening Of Ice Castle In Lake Geneva

Federal Government Shutdown Impacting Wisconsin Businesses

Wisconsin Congressional Delegation At Odds Over Government Shutdown

Wisconsin Alcohol Producers Face Delays During Government Shutdown

Dane, Sauk Counties Seek To Mitigate Flooding In 2019

Some Great Lakes Ports See Continued Uptick In Cargo Volumes

Federal Rule Makes Hospitals Post Prices To Increase Transparency, Competition

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Forming Water Quality Task Force

Lawmakers Examine Changes For Bail, Conditions Of Pretrial Release

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