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Trump’s trade war took a toll on shipments in the Twin Ports last year
Cargo shipments at the Port of Duluth-Superior slumped last year due to headwinds driven by unfavorable market trends, shifting trade lanes and President Donald Trump’s trade war.
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Shorewood trespassing citation could decide future of beach access in Wisconsin
A Shorewood man is planning to appeal a municipal judge’s decision that found him guilty of trespassing in hopes that the case will go to the Wisconsin Supreme Court and decide public versus private beach access in the state.
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Sen. Baldwin says ending ‘roving patrols,’ masked agents must be part of DHS funding bill
Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin believes immigration enforcement and border patrol agencies have gone “rogue” and she is calling for greater oversight and accountability.
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Nicotine pouches may help smokers quit, but pose addictive risks for young people
Pouches are the fastest growing nicotine product on the market in America. Studies show that while they may help addicted people lower risk, they’re also a potential gateway for young people.
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Wisconsin service industry workers see benefits of federal ‘no tax on tips’ policy
Changes to federal and state income tax policies could make service industry careers easier to sustain.
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Wisconsinites join Day of Action protesting ICE
Supporters have been calling for “no school, no work, no shopping,” as they urge participants to call out of work or school and to refrain from spending money.
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Door County bakery Cultured named a semi-finalist for James Beard Award
In May 2023, baker Mattea Fischer opened a permanent, physical location for her bakery Cultured after years of selling at farmers’ markets and working out of other kitchens. Less than three years later, Cultured has been nominated as a semi-finalist for a national James Beard award.
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As fatal crashes reach near-record highs, regulations for ATVs/UTVs move forward
As fatalities reached near-record highs last year, the policymaking board for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources approved updated regulations for all-terrain and utility terrain vehicles that address safety.
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Federal court ruling helps Wisconsin preserve $62M in federal EV funding
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that a multi-state coalition secured a victory against the administration’s efforts to block billions of dollars in funds for electric vehicle charging stations.
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Wisconsin snow sculpting team defends national title at Lake Geneva’s Winterfest
Fifteen teams are competing in America’s Snow Sculpting Invitational at Lake Geneva’s 31st annual Winterfest that runs through Feb. 1. Wisconsin team Sculptora Borealis expects excellent weather conditions as they vie for a fifth national title.










