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Wisconsin Home Sales Continue Climbing In October

November 19, 2019 - 5:00am

Wisconsin home sales grew for the second straight month in October, and is now only slightly trailing last year's sales.

US Sen. Ron Johnson Scores A Win As Trump Pulls Back On E-Cigarette Restrictions

November 18, 2019 - 1:30pm

Wisconsin's U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson has long been a lobbyist for the vaping industry, and he has just scored a victory with Trump's reversal on flavored tobacco.

Proposed Millennial Task Force Would Work To Limit Milwaukee 'Brain Drain'

November 18, 2019 - 6:00am

The City of Milwaukee is forming a task force to encourage more millennials to stay in Milwaukee after graduating.

Report: Milwaukee, Racine Rank As Worst Cities For African Americans To Live

November 15, 2019 - 4:45pm

For the third year in a row, Milwaukee and Racine are among the worst cities in the United States for African Americans to live, according to a recent report from a financial news company.

Despite Increases In State Road Funds, Local Governments Still Turning To Wheel Taxes

November 15, 2019 - 6:05am

Dunn County and the city of Madison have passed local vehicle registration fees known as wheel taxes despite transportation funding increasing in the 2019-2021 state budget.

Hospital Head Says Health Outcomes For Milwaukee Children 'Abysmal'

November 14, 2019 - 12:10pm

The head of Milwaukee's children's hospital says health outcomes for youth in the city are "abysmal" and is among policy experts who say health care in the city and state remain a crucial issue heading into the 2020 election season.

Wisconsin Congressman Behind Bipartisan Push To Crack Down On Payday Lenders

November 13, 2019 - 8:25pm

A conservative Republican from Wisconsin is teaming up with Democrats on a bill that would cap interest rates charged by payday lenders.

UW System, WEDC Unveil Online 'Talent Generator' To Boost Internships For UW Students

November 13, 2019 - 6:10am

The University of Wisconsin System and Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. have unveiled a new online tool to help small and medium-sized businesses recruit interns from UW campuses. The goal is to improve the student experience and keep skilled workers from leaving the state.

Greendale Superintendent Forced To Retire By School Board

November 5, 2019 - 3:40pm

Greendale School Superintendent Gary Kiltz has resigned after using his district-issued credit card for personal expenses.

Wisconsin Ag Officials Say New Hemp Rules Won't Impact 2020 Growing Season

November 1, 2019 - 5:25am

The state industrial hemp program has a year to comply with new federal guidance and get approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Wisconsin Home Sales Continue Climbing In October

US Sen. Ron Johnson Scores A Win As Trump Pulls Back On E-Cigarette Restrictions

Proposed Millennial Task Force Would Work To Limit Milwaukee 'Brain Drain'

Report: Milwaukee, Racine Rank As Worst Cities For African Americans To Live

Despite Increases In State Road Funds, Local Governments Still Turning To Wheel Taxes

Hospital Head Says Health Outcomes For Milwaukee Children 'Abysmal'

Wisconsin Congressman Behind Bipartisan Push To Crack Down On Payday Lenders

UW System, WEDC Unveil Online 'Talent Generator' To Boost Internships For UW Students

Greendale Superintendent Forced To Retire By School Board

Wisconsin Ag Officials Say New Hemp Rules Won't Impact 2020 Growing Season

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