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Poll: Economy, personal finances most important issues to Wisconsin voters
(The Center Square) – Nearly three-quarters of voters in Wisconsin say their incomes haven’t kept up over the past four years and more than half say that’s their top issue this fall. The Institute for Reforming Government is out with a new poll that says “kitchen table issues” dominate the minds of voters heading into November. “So, what keeps moms and dads up at night? It's personal finances, and it's...
Out-of-State Police Officers Shoot and Kill Man, Wielding Knives Near Republican National Convention in Wisconsin
Out-of-State Police Officers Shoot and Kill Man, Wielding Knives Near Republican National Convention in Wisconsin. Five officers from the Columbus, Ohio Police Department fatally shot a man wielding two knives near the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The incident occurred despite the man’s refusal to comply with police commands. Body camera footage released by Columbus PD showed the tense encounter. Residents expressed anger over the presence of out-of-state officers in their neighborhood. An autopsy is scheduled, and the Greenfield Police Department will lead the investigation. Police have not disclosed the man’s identity or further details.
Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition
MILWAUKEE — A leader with the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa said lifting federal prohibitions on marijuana would allow for the sovereign nation to enter the billion-dollar industry sweeping the country. Cannabis in all forms — except for CBD products — is illegal in Wisconsin. Bordering states Minnesota, Michigan and Illinois all […] The post Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Wisconsin man sentenced to prison for coercion of a minor in Michigan
MICHIGAN (WLUC) - U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten announced Wednesday that Todd Stafford, 60, of Baileys Harbor, Wis., was sentenced to 156 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release. Stafford is convicted of coercion and enticement of a minor and two counts...
Facing years of budget woes, Madison moves to develop strategy to change state finance laws
Something’s gotta give. Whether Madison voters pass a $22 million budget referendum or not, city leaders have a message to share: if the state Legislature does not change municipal finance law, Madison will face the same budget issues year after year. “We have faced structural deficits for more than...
Previewing The 2024 Wisconsin Football Schedule: Part 3
We are halfway through the 2024 Wisconsin football schedule preview! Through six games, I have Wisconsin football at 5-1. Yesterday, I previewed USC, Purdue, and Rutgers. Today, I look at the next three games for Wisconsin football. That would be at Northwestern, home vs Penn State, and at Iowa. Here is a preview of these three opponents.
Where do the Badgers, Other Big Ten Teams Rank for Travel Distance in 2024?
In the new look Big Ten, teams are spread out from coast to coast. This, as you can imagine, creates some travel nightmares for certain teams. So which programs will be earning those frequent flyer points the most this season?. The Badgers rank 13th this year for total travel miles...
Wisconsin Badgers Reveal Kohl Center Premium Seat Upgrades
Wisconsin Badgers fans will surely notice the significant changes coming to the Kohl Center. In a press release, UW announced Tuesday that construction is underway for a “new and improved game day experience.”. How Is Space Being Created for New Premium Seats at the Kohl Center?. Wisconsin men’s hockey...
Funnel Clouds Approached Evansville Monday Night
The National Weather Service confirmed storms in Rock County on Monday included a funnel cloud forming over the same fields where a historic tornado tore through Evansville in February. The NWS of Milwaukee was assessing storm damage in Rock County on Tuesday after Monday storms caused tree damage in Evansville. Surveyors said the damage was minor and indicated the funnel cloud was not a fully formed tornado. The Evansville community was aware and slightly on edge after dealing with a number of storms since February.
Verona Police Department incident report: July 8-15
6:34 a.m., N. Main St. and Harmony Dr., traffic stop – Police cited a 67-year-old Madison man for Exceeding Speed Zones, Etc. (16-19 mph). 8:47 a.m., Cross Country Rd. and N. Main St., traffic stop – Police cited a 37-year-old Madison man for Exceeding Speed Zones, Etc. (16-19 mph).
Cash bond set at $1,500 for Beloit man arrested for OWI 4th offense in Janesville
The Beloit man arrested for drunken driving in Janesville on Sunday was out on bond for another open operating while intoxicated case. Assistant District Attorney David Olson argued that while York Polk is charged with OWI 4th offense, it’s actually is fifth drunken diving arrest. 47-year-old York Polk made...
HIGHLIGHTS: Woodchucks, Mallards split double-header at Athletic Park
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The Woodchucks and Mallards, the top two teams in the Great Lakes West Division, split a double-header in Wausau. Game one was a rather quiet outing, as the Woodchucks blanked the Mallards 3-0. Max Galvin drove in Drew Berkland off a double-play to score the game’s first run. Two innings later, Galvin drove in Berkland again off an RBI groundout, followed by a Collin Bruggemann RBI single to conclude the game’s scoring.
Jeopardy Champ Awards Scholarships To NE Wisconsin Students
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – A local non-profit organization is teaming up with “Jeopardy!” champion Ben Chan to present college scholarships to high school seniors in Northeast Wisconsin. CollegeReady is awarding more than $485,000 in scholarships to approximately 180 students from 18 high schools in Brown and...
Wednesday elevated bacteria advisory for South Shore Beach, McKinley closed
MILWAUKEE COUNTY, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued an elevated bacteria advisory for South Shore Beach on July 17. The DNR also closed McKinley Beach on Wednesday due to elevated bacteria as well.
Wisconsin congressman claims assault at RNC; others differ
(The Center Square) – Western Wisconsin’s congressman says he was assaulted at Milwaukee’s Republican National Convention, but a women’s group disagrees. Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden took social media Tuesday to say a protester with the group Code Pink assaulted him while he was standing in line at the RNC. “While standing in line to enter an event at the RNC today, I was assaulted by what appeared to be...
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