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Natural Resources Board Approves New Rules For Sulfide Mining

January 27, 2021 - 10:55am

New rules governing sulfide mining in Wisconsin were unanimously approved Wednesday by the Natural Resources Board. The regulations would make mining companies pay more for permits and licenses, as well as outline areas that are considered unsuitable for mining.

Photos: COVID-19 Vaccine Brings Hope To Adults 65 And Older

January 27, 2021 - 10:00am

Seeing grandchildren and great-grandchildren, traveling, getting out of the house and getting back to normal. These are the things Wisconsin residents age 65 and older are looking forward to as they begin to receive their COVID-19 vaccinations.

DHS Update On COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

January 27, 2021 - 7:30am

A nurse draws Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine into a syringe

Wisconsin’s coronavirus vaccine rollout is among the slowest in the nation. We talk to the deputy secretary of the Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services about the process, how eligible adults can access the vaccine and who is next in line.

Northwestern Mutual Invests In Black Entrepreneurs

January 27, 2021 - 7:00am

Northwestern Mutual dedicated $20 million to help advance entrepreneurship in African American communities. A company vice president joins us to talk about the business' new accelerator program for Black entrepreneurs and how this fits into its overall mission.

Pharmacist Accused Of Ruining Hundreds Of COVID-19 Vaccine Doses To Plead Guilty

January 27, 2021 - 6:15am

Steven Brandenburg, 46, of Grafton, is charged with two counts of attempting to tamper with consumer products.

Aaron Rodgers Clarifies Postgame Remarks About His Future

January 27, 2021 - 6:05am

All-Pro quarterback Aaron Rodgers says that "I don’t think there’s any reason why I wouldn’t be back" with the Green Bay Packers next season.

'Hope And Uncertainty': 2021 Could Bring Better Farm Margins, But Questions Remain About Markets

January 27, 2021 - 5:50am

The uncertain future of exports and the world's recovery from the coronavirus pandemic could dampen hopes among Wisconsin farmers for strong agriculture markets in 2021.

CDC Finds 'Little Evidence' Of Schools Increasing Community COVID-19 Transmission

January 27, 2021 - 5:10am

A report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — citing data out of central Wisconsin — finds schools haven't meaningfully contributed to higher transmission of COVID-19 in their communities.

State Of Wisconsin Revenue Estimates Higher Than Expected

January 26, 2021 - 7:20pm

The outlook for Wisconsin's next state budget grew brighter on Tuesday with a closely watched report projecting the state would begin the next budget cycle with a balance of nearly $1.9 billion.

Supreme Court Dismisses Emoluments Cases Against Trump

January 26, 2021 - 4:00pm

The Supreme Court rejected cases against former President Trump for violations of the domestic and foreign emoluments clauses of the Constitution. The court said the cases are moot since Trump is no longer in office. A legal expert explains what this could mean for future presidents.

Wisconsin Assembly Approves More Changes To COVID-19 Response Bill

January 26, 2021 - 4:00pm

The Wisconsin Assembly has approved more changes to a state COVID-19 response bill, but the plan's future is uncertain.

Wisconsin COVID-19 Cases Trend Down As State Confirms Teachers, Essential Workers Will Get Next Vaccines

January 26, 2021 - 3:00pm

There were 1,301 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin on Tuesday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There were 54 new deaths.

Wausau Could Become First Wisconsin City To Launch Guaranteed Income Pilot Program

January 26, 2021 - 1:20pm

A group of struggling families in Wausau could get $500 per month with no strings attached under a program designed to study the effects of providing a guaranteed income.

GOP State Senators Vote To Repeal Wisconsin's Mask Mandate

January 26, 2021 - 12:30pm

Republican state senators voted Tuesday to repeal Gov. Tony Evers' statewide mask mandate, a move that would strike down one of the governor's remaining tools aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19.

DHS: Teachers, Grocery Workers Next In Line For COVID-19 Shots

January 26, 2021 - 11:35am

The state Department of Health Services is out with guidelines on which groups should be included in the next phase of COVID-19 shots. The recommendations include essential workers needed during the pandemic who provide services like food, child care, education and transportation.

New COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic In Green Bay

January 26, 2021 - 7:30am

A person receives the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

A healthcare provider in Green Bay recently opened a COVID-19 vaccination clinic and plans to open more locations. We speak with the president of Prevea Health about how the clinic operates and challenges they face in meeting demand for the vaccine.

State Superintendent Candidate Interview: Deborah Kerr

January 26, 2021 - 7:15am

As part of a series of interviews running up to the Feb. 16 statewide election, we hear from one of seven candidates vying to become Wisconsin’s next state superintendent of public instruction. Deborah Kerr is a former superintendent of the Brown Deer School District.

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Natural Resources Board Approves New Rules For Sulfide Mining

Photos: COVID-19 Vaccine Brings Hope To Adults 65 And Older

DHS Update On COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

Northwestern Mutual Invests In Black Entrepreneurs

Pharmacist Accused Of Ruining Hundreds Of COVID-19 Vaccine Doses To Plead Guilty

Aaron Rodgers Clarifies Postgame Remarks About His Future

'Hope And Uncertainty': 2021 Could Bring Better Farm Margins, But Questions Remain About Markets

CDC Finds 'Little Evidence' Of Schools Increasing Community COVID-19 Transmission

State Of Wisconsin Revenue Estimates Higher Than Expected

Supreme Court Dismisses Emoluments Cases Against Trump

Wisconsin Assembly Approves More Changes To COVID-19 Response Bill

Wisconsin COVID-19 Cases Trend Down As State Confirms Teachers, Essential Workers Will Get Next Vaccines

Wausau Could Become First Wisconsin City To Launch Guaranteed Income Pilot Program

GOP State Senators Vote To Repeal Wisconsin's Mask Mandate

DHS: Teachers, Grocery Workers Next In Line For COVID-19 Shots

New COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic In Green Bay

State Superintendent Candidate Interview: Deborah Kerr

Judge Modifies Rittenhouse's Bail Conditions

Travel Difficult As Snowstorm Bears Down On Southeast Wisconsin

Thompson: Lawmakers Warned Against Tuition Increases In UW Budget

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