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How Hmong women in Wisconsin are tackling domestic violence in their communities
This story was produced and originally published by Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom. It was made possible by donors like you. Monica Lo stayed silent for years as the man she married abused her. She said he punched and even choked her. ...
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers throws support behind VP Kamala Harris for 2024 presidential election
CHICAGO (CBS) — Democratic Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has thrown his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election, following President Joe Biden's decision to bow out of the race.Mr. Biden announced his decision ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month. He has endorsed Harris as the Democratic nominee. Alongside Evers, a number of other governors announced their support for Harris Monday morning, including Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer — all Democrats.Wisconsin, where the Republican National Convention just wrapped up, is considered to a major battleground state...
Humidity hangs around for the first half of the week, leading to more storm chances
The downpours that popped along the lake breeze this afternoon have been spotty, but extremely efficient rain producers! Storms were producing up to 2"/hr rainfall rates at times. Here are a few reports. Showers and storms are pushing west and will exit SE WI by 7pm at the latest as...
Small t-storm chance areas south/west today
The latest Northeast Wisconsin weather forecast from Storm Team 5…. It’s a rather quiet start to this final day of our weekend with partly cloudy skies. Low pressure to our west is pushing in these early morning clouds, and this system plus the warmer temps and touch of humidity we’re experiencing at this early hour are going to help fuel the chance for pop-up thunderstorms mostly south/west of Green Bay this afternoon.
Former Badger football specialist showcases his Wisconsin knowledge in recent Packers video
Former Wisconsin long snapper Peter Bowden showcased his knowledge of the state of Wisconsin in a recent social media video from the Green Bay Packers on Friday. In the video, Green Bay’s social team tests its rookie class’ knowledge of Wisconsin town names. While nearly every rookie in the video mispronounces the names, Bowden aces the test.
With GOP convention over, Milwaukee weighs the benefits of hosting political rivals
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Downtown Milwaukee turned red last week as thousands of Republican National Convention delegates and other party stalwarts gathered in Wisconsin’s largest Democratic stronghold to formally rally behind Donald Trump as their candidate for president in the pivotal swing state. Outside the security zone where the...
Central Wisconsin: Afternoon Showers and Thunderstorms Possible
Green Bay, WI – Morning fog is expected to burn off quickly today, giving way to clearer skies across northern and northeast Wisconsin. According to the US National Weather Service in Green Bay, cloudier conditions will persist from central into east-central Wisconsin. Afternoon showers and thunderstorms are possible, particularly...
Isolated Thunderstorms Predicted for Illinois-Wisconsin State Line Sunday
Chicago, IL – Isolated thunderstorms are expected near the Illinois-Wisconsin state line on Sunday, with a chance of storms continuing throughout the week. According to the US National Weather Service in Chicago, the region will experience near-seasonable temperatures with occasional showers. Sunday’s weather will feature isolated afternoon showers with...
Wisconsin Republicans to open new Hispanic outreach center
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Republicans plan to open a new Hispanic outreach office in Milwaukee next month after GOP leaders let their lease on the old one expire. The state party said in a news release that the new office will open Aug. 3. The release didn’t offer any details about the location and party spokesperson Matt Fisher didn’t immediately respond to an email.
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on North Dakota Monitor.
Letting the sun do the work
DUNN COUNTY – Based on its past sustainability efforts and the desire to be stewards of the land today and into the future, Dunn Energy Cooperative recently had 3,400 new solar panels installed in the villages of Boyceville and Colfax. Jolene Fisher, director of member and employee engagement with...
ONE DOOR CLOSES, A FOOD TRUCK OPENS: 4:30am Coffeehouse Enters New Era
After 22 years of operation at the corner of North Bridge and West Birch in downtown Chippewa Falls, the 4:30am Coffee House owners closed the brick-and-mortar shop, walked out its doors for the final time, and hopped into a food truck. As co-owners Brenda Sawyer and Tracy Heidtke said goodbye...
Royal Credit Union Foundation supports Market on River
CHIPPEWA FALLS – The Royal Credit Union Foundation made a $150,000 gift to the Wisconsin Farmers Union Foundation in support of the development of Market on River in downtown Chippewa Falls. The renovated multifunctional space will have a food court, housing and community meeting rooms and will serve as...
BUSY BEES: Dunn Energy Cooperative’s Wildflower Field a Hub for Pollinators
Summer is a busy season for Dunn Energy Cooperative, as they camp up construction and maintenance efforts (summertime should be called “construction season” around here), and it’s also a busy season for pollinators. The cooperative has a literal front-row view of the latter thanks to the wildflower field blossoming on its lawn.
CVRA invites back SkyWest Airlines
CHIPPEWA VALLEY – The Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (CVRA) has chosen to add SkyWest Airlines to its commercial air carrier lineup. The decision comes after Airport Director Charity Zich said CVRA received proposals from both Sun Country Airlines and SkyWest Airlines. Sun Country is a low-cost airline based out...
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