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4 Birds To Watch Out For This Winter

December 24, 2020 - 8:25am

Winter might not seem like the best time for birdwatching as most travel south, but the season has a lot working in its favor and there are still plenty of opportunities for those eager to see the cold-hardy birds that stick around.

Carved Powder Horn Owned By 19th Century Stockbridge-Munsee Leader Returned To Tribe

December 24, 2020 - 7:45am

A 19th-century powder horn that belonged to a Stockbridge-Munsee leader has been returned to the tribe, which will display it at its museum in Shawano.

After Several Years Of Declines, Deaths On Wisconsin Roads Increased In 2020

December 24, 2020 - 6:30am

A study by the Wisconsin Policy Forum found that overall numbers of crashes fell in the early months of the pandemic, when there were fewer cars on the road.

Some Wisconsin Health Workers Eager For COVID-19 Vaccine They Can't Get Yet

December 24, 2020 - 6:25am

As Wisconsin health care workers clamor to get vaccinated against COVID-19, some are wondering when they’ll get their turn.

This Week In Washington: December 23, 2020

December 23, 2020 - 3:00pm

President-elect Joe Biden continues to announce nominees for his cabinet and outline his COVID-19 plan. We catch up on that and hear how President Trump is approaching the final month of his term.

While Wisconsin's New COVID-19 Cases Continue To Fall, Number Of Tests Still Low

December 23, 2020 - 3:10pm

There were 2,579 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Wednesday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 69 new deaths.

Winter Storm Headed To Northern Wisconsin As Temperatures Drop Statewide

December 23, 2020 - 12:40pm

Areas of Wisconsin could be seeing a white Christmas holiday as a winter storm approaches, while other parts of the state might just receive weather that yields treacherous travel conditions.

Milwaukee County Spent Nearly $1.7M On Trump Recount

December 23, 2020 - 11:45am

Newly released figures show that the presidential recount in Wisconsin’s Milwaukee County came in slightly under budget, at nearly $1.7 million.

George Christensen, the clerk of the state’s largest county, released numbers Wednesday that show it spent $1.69 million on its recount, with nearly one-third of that going to rent...

Wisconsin GOP Lawmakers Join New Federal Lawsuit Seeking To Overturn Presidential Election

December 23, 2020 - 11:45am

Two Republican state lawmakers in Wisconsin have signed onto another lawsuit seeking to overturn the Nov. 3 Presidential election results in Wisconsin.

The NBA Season Is Underway. Will This Be Milwaukee's Year?

December 23, 2020 - 6:20am

After a short layoff, the Milwaukee Bucks are set to open their regular season Wednesday against the Boston Celtics. The two teams are considered among the best in the East.

Wisconsin Colleges And Universities In Line For More Federal COVID-19 Assistance

December 23, 2020 - 6:00am

Wisconsin colleges and universities are analyzing a second federal stimulus bill that includes $23 billion in aid to help offset revenue losses and unexpected costs caused by COVID-19 pandemic.

'There Were Times When I Was Ready To Go': Peshtigo Mayor Is Home After Monthslong COVID-19 Battle

December 23, 2020 - 5:40am

COVID-19 nearly killed Cathi Malke. The Peshtigo mayor was hospitalized for months. She's sharing her story because she wants people to understand how serious the disease can be.

Wisconsin Sets New Daily Record For COVID-19 Deaths

December 22, 2020 - 2:25pm

There were 120 new deaths from COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Tuesday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 2,403 new cases reported.

'I Just Kind Of Panicked': Patients Confused As Wisconsin Hospitals File Liens To Recoup Costs Of Treating Injured Uninsured

December 22, 2020 - 1:15pm

Wisconsin hospitals filing hundreds of liens this year against patients injured in car crashes or other incidents seeking a share of any potential legal judgment or settlement. It's another way the uninsured are exposed to what some call "fictional" prices.

EPA Requires Lead Testing For Schools, Day Care Centers, But Fails To Speed Up Lead Line Removal

December 22, 2020 - 1:10pm

Public water supplies will have to test schools and day care centers for lead in drinking water under an overhaul of a rule finalized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. But critics say the changes fail to speed up replacement of lead pipes that wear away and pollute drinking water.

Public Health Officials Say COVID-19 Testing Is Only Way To Stop Community Spread

December 22, 2020 - 1:00pm

The number of coronavirus cases has decreased since Wisconsin hit a peak in November, but public health officials are encouraging people to continue using community COVID-19 testing sites.

Wisconsin Launches New Contact Tracing App

December 22, 2020 - 7:30am

A health and science reporter with USA Today joins us to discuss how contact tracing efforts have evolved over time. We also discuss the launch of a new mobile app that will alert Wisconsinites if they've been close to a person who's tested positive for COVID-19.

Wisconsin Home Sales Approaching Record Territory Even In Uncertain Economy

December 22, 2020 - 6:40am

While 2020 has been a difficult year for many sectors of the economy, home sales may hit an annual record.

Officials Look For Path Forward As COVID-19 Has Brought Learning Loss, School Struggles

December 22, 2020 - 5:15am

School districts around the country have seen higher numbers of students failing classes or otherwise struggling in school as the COVID-19 pandemic has brought disruptions to classrooms.

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4 Birds To Watch Out For This Winter

Carved Powder Horn Owned By 19th Century Stockbridge-Munsee Leader Returned To Tribe

After Several Years Of Declines, Deaths On Wisconsin Roads Increased In 2020

Some Wisconsin Health Workers Eager For COVID-19 Vaccine They Can't Get Yet

This Week In Washington: December 23, 2020

While Wisconsin's New COVID-19 Cases Continue To Fall, Number Of Tests Still Low

Winter Storm Headed To Northern Wisconsin As Temperatures Drop Statewide

Milwaukee County Spent Nearly $1.7M On Trump Recount

Wisconsin GOP Lawmakers Join New Federal Lawsuit Seeking To Overturn Presidential Election

The NBA Season Is Underway. Will This Be Milwaukee's Year?

Wisconsin Colleges And Universities In Line For More Federal COVID-19 Assistance

'There Were Times When I Was Ready To Go': Peshtigo Mayor Is Home After Monthslong COVID-19 Battle

Wisconsin Sets New Daily Record For COVID-19 Deaths

'I Just Kind Of Panicked': Patients Confused As Wisconsin Hospitals File Liens To Recoup Costs Of Treating Injured Uninsured

EPA Requires Lead Testing For Schools, Day Care Centers, But Fails To Speed Up Lead Line Removal

Public Health Officials Say COVID-19 Testing Is Only Way To Stop Community Spread

Wisconsin Launches New Contact Tracing App

Wisconsin Home Sales Approaching Record Territory Even In Uncertain Economy

Officials Look For Path Forward As COVID-19 Has Brought Learning Loss, School Struggles

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