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State Officials Warn Of Contact Tracing Scams

July 3, 2020 - 10:05am

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is warning residents about potential scammers posing as contact tracers in order to steal personal information.

Task Force Created To Investigate Missing, Murdered Indigenous Women In Wisconsin

July 3, 2020 - 7:45am

A task force has been formed to investigate missing and murdered tribal women in Wisconsin. The extent of the problem in Wisconsin and across the country is not well known due to gaps in reporting and data collection.

Wisconsin's State Parks Almost Completely Booked With Campers For Holiday Weekend

July 2, 2020 - 5:20pm

Campsites at Wisconsin’s state parks are almost completely full this holiday weekend, continuing a trend of more interest in camping during the pandemic.

Sheboygan Police Shot, Killed 32-Year-Old Black Man

July 2, 2020 - 4:30pm

The Sheboygan Police Department hasn't released the identity of the man who was killed. But family members told the Sheboygan Press they lost a smart and funny "teddy bear." They also said Sheboygan police were aware of the man's mental disability.

Racine COVID-19 Regulations Ruled Unconstitutional By Circuit Court Judge

July 2, 2020 - 4:15pm

A circuit court judge has ruled that a Racine ordinance aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19 is unconstitutional. Mayor Cory Mason calls it a decision from an "activist judge" that is irresponsible in the midst of a pandemic.

As Congress Passes Extension For Loan Program, Wisconsin Small Businesses Say They Need More Aid

July 2, 2020 - 2:25pm

As a last-minute extension of the federal Paycheck Protection Program awaits the president's signature, some Wisconsin small businesses say they need more financial aid to stay afloat.

As COVID-19 Cases Increase, Health Officials Urge Wisconsinites To Stay Home This Weekend

July 2, 2020 - 2:00pm

There were 539 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Thursday, according to the state Department of Health Services. Officials issued a warning to Wisconsinites to stay home this holiday weekend.

Beloit College's Fall Reopening Plan Attracts National Attention

July 2, 2020 - 1:25pm

Colleges and universities across the country are grappling with how to reopen in the fall amid the coronavirus pandemic and the devastating financial challenges that have followed it.

Milwaukee Takes First Steps To Mandate Masks City-Wide

July 2, 2020 - 12:25pm

The City of Milwaukee will consider an ordinance to require masks inside public places and at large outdoor gatherings including beaches and block parties.

WEDC Secretary Says COVID-19 Report Prioritizes Broadband, Retraining Workers And Innovation

July 2, 2020 - 6:35am

A report from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. that was released on Monday points to teaching those dealing with unemployment new skills; entrepreneurship; and broadband access as key ways to mitigate COVID-19's impact.

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State Officials Warn Of Contact Tracing Scams

Task Force Created To Investigate Missing, Murdered Indigenous Women In Wisconsin

Wisconsin's State Parks Almost Completely Booked With Campers For Holiday Weekend

Sheboygan Police Shot, Killed 32-Year-Old Black Man

Racine COVID-19 Regulations Ruled Unconstitutional By Circuit Court Judge

As Congress Passes Extension For Loan Program, Wisconsin Small Businesses Say They Need More Aid

As COVID-19 Cases Increase, Health Officials Urge Wisconsinites To Stay Home This Weekend

Beloit College's Fall Reopening Plan Attracts National Attention

Milwaukee Takes First Steps To Mandate Masks City-Wide

WEDC Secretary Says COVID-19 Report Prioritizes Broadband, Retraining Workers And Innovation

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