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La Crosse Finds New Contaminant In River Marsh

September 12, 2016 - 11:30am

Historical trap shooting over the marsh has left lead and other contaminants buried in the soil.

Lake Superior Researchers Studying What Ice Coverage Means For Fish, Commerce

September 12, 2016 - 10:35am

Temperatures of global lakes seem to be rising at a rapid pace as air temperatures change. The average summer surface water temperature of Lake Superior is about 5 degrees Fahrenheit higher in the past 30 years.

Do Higher Water Temperatures Mean Fewer Walleye In Wisconsin Lakes?

September 12, 2016 - 6:50am

A new U.S. Geological Survey study suggests climate change may be influencing walleye and largemouth bass numbers in Wisconsin lakes.

Justices Consider Challenge To Gun Ban On Madison Buses

September 9, 2016 - 6:20pm

Lawyers for the state and a gun rights group told the Wisconsin Supreme Court Friday that a gun ban on Madison’s city buses violates Wisconsin’s concealed carry law, but a lawyer for the city argued there’s nothing in the law that prevents such a restriction.

Lawmakers' Laptop Proposal Could Be National Trailblazer, But Comes With Complications

September 9, 2016 - 5:45pm

Last week, state Assembly Republicans proposed a state-funded laptop computer or tablet in the backpack of every high school freshman across Wisconsin.

New Grant Program Meant To Help Wisconsin Startup Businesses

September 9, 2016 - 4:35pm

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. is turning its attention to rural and mid-size communities. Programs that support entrepreneurs in smaller communities will have the chance to apply for WEDC grant money to help startup businesses. Grants will range from $10,000 to $100,000. Aaron Hagar, WEDC vice president of entrepreneurship and...