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WisContext: Allure Of High-School Gridiron Tests Concussion Safeguards

September 14, 2018 - 3:00pm

If a student-athlete is eager to get back on the field after a blow to the head, who is holding them back and how are they held accountable?

Hypothermia Apparent Cause Of Death For Father, 3 Children Kayaking Lake Superior

September 5, 2018 - 4:35pm

Ashland County Sheriff Mick Brennan tells the Ashland Daily News that preliminary autopsy results indicate that 39-year-old Eric Fryman died of hypothermia while his three children, ages 3 to 9, died of hypothermia and possibly drowning.

WisContext: New Rules Highlight How Little Wisconsin Knows About Its CWD Problem

September 5, 2018 - 1:00pm

Wisconsin environmental regulators announced in August 2018 that they will take new steps to track and try to curb the spread of chronic wasting disease among the state's deer population.

Lake Superior Tragedy That Left 4 Dead Spurs Safety Plea

September 3, 2018 - 8:15am

Officials say a kayak ride on Lake Superior that ended in the deaths of four Wisconsin family members would have been difficult even for experienced paddlers.

Aaron Rodgers Stays With The Pack, Signs New 4-Year, $134M Deal

August 29, 2018 - 4:50pm

Green Bay Packers Aaron Rodgers agreed to terms Wednesday on a four-year extension that would keep Rodgers under contract through the 2023 season.

Milwaukee City Attorney Defends Police In NBA Player's Arrest

August 26, 2018 - 7:00pm

Milwaukee's city attorney says police officers did nothing wrong when they used a stun gun on Bucks player Sterling Brown during his arrest over a parking violation in January.

Grand Opening Of Milwaukee Bucks New Arena Attracts Thousands

August 26, 2018 - 3:15pm

The Milwaukee Bucks have a brand-new home. The $524 million arena, called the Fiserv Forum, opened Sunday with thousands of people stopping by for an hours-long celebration and tour of the venue.

Museum Highlights Contribution Of Packers' First Black Players In New Exhibit

August 8, 2018 - 6:45am

As the Green Bay Packers gear up to celebrate their centenary in professional football, the city's Neville Public Museum is highlighting the contribution of the team's first African-American players in a new exhibit.

Beep Ball World Series Being Held In Eau Claire

August 3, 2018 - 5:40am

Athletes from around the world are in Eau Claire this week competing in the Beep Ball World Series. It’s a take on baseball for the blind featuring beeping balls, buzzing bases and a close knit family of players.

Bucks To Play 1st Game At Fiserv Forum On Oct. 3

July 31, 2018 - 5:25pm

The Milwaukee Bucks will play the inaugural game at Fiserv Forum on Oct. 3 when they open the preseason against the Chicago Bulls.

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WisContext: Allure Of High-School Gridiron Tests Concussion Safeguards

Hypothermia Apparent Cause Of Death For Father, 3 Children Kayaking Lake Superior

WisContext: New Rules Highlight How Little Wisconsin Knows About Its CWD Problem

Lake Superior Tragedy That Left 4 Dead Spurs Safety Plea

Aaron Rodgers Stays With The Pack, Signs New 4-Year, $134M Deal

Milwaukee City Attorney Defends Police In NBA Player's Arrest

Grand Opening Of Milwaukee Bucks New Arena Attracts Thousands

Museum Highlights Contribution Of Packers' First Black Players In New Exhibit

Beep Ball World Series Being Held In Eau Claire

Bucks To Play 1st Game At Fiserv Forum On Oct. 3

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