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U of W regents agree to ask Evers for $855M budget increase
Universities of Wisconsin regents agreed overwhelmingly on Thursday to ask Gov. Tony Evers for an additional $855 million for the cash-strapped system in the next state budget.UW system President Jay Rothman has promised he won't seek to raise tuition during the life of the two-year spending plan if the system gets the money. Tuition and student fees at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the system's flagship campus, now total $11,606 a year for in-state undergraduates. The total cost to attend the university for a year is about $30,000 when factoring in room and board, educational supplies and other costs.The UW system's...
DNR announces new online tool for analyzing water quality of lakes, streams
WISCONSIN – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) this week announced the release of the Wisconsin Water Explorer, a web-based tool that can help Wisconsin residents address concerns about the quality of water in their local lakes or rivers. The tool is available online at www.dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/SurfaceWater/WEx.html. A release...
Farming center welcomes visitors, and meteorologist recalls state’s biggest storms
We get a virtual tour of the Food & Farm Exploration Center in Plover by talking to its founder and two employees. Then, we talk to Wausau-area meteorologist Tony Schumacher about some of the state’s biggest weather events in the past 30 years. Food & Farm center in Plover...
Wisconsin swing-state blues (or reds)
For much of America’s history, the patch of green just to the west of Lake Michigan was best known for cows, beer, and Lambeau Field. Today, as the 2024 presidential race rumbles toward November, Wisconsin is a jewel in the Electoral College crown as one of the seven swing states. Alongside Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, […]
Spinning the State: Cudahy, Westfield, Green Bay, Milwaukee
Stories you might have missed form across Wisconsin. Cudahy: Woman turns tragedy into push to help abuse victims. Tragedy can crush a person r inspire them to act. When Sherri Fansler’s niece Liz was murdered by her ex-boyfriend in front of their 2 year old son, Sherri made the decision to give her family’s tragedy some meaning. Two days before her niece’s murder, Sherri saw a Facebook post where Liz had announced she had left her boyfriend because things wouldn’t get better and made the statement: “You Are Enough”. After some discussions with a nurse working in a sexual assault center, Sherri decided to provide hygiene items for victims of abuse because the makeshift supplies given out by hospitals were very antiseptic and she wanted victims to know know someone cared about them. Fansler called her effort “You Are Enough” in honor of her niece. When the project started five years ago, the first donation was 25 hygiene bags. Her latest drop off in April was 225 bags. Fansler told the Journal Sentinel that she is making a big push for October which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. So far she has enough supplies for 450 bags. She collects donations of “anything you would use in the shower. Fansler also collects clothes and feminine products the latter mostly went to Sojourner Family Peace Center. Full Story.
South Villard Avenue blocked off after crash; police arrest man near the scene
MILWAUKEE — A multiple-vehicle crash at Sherman Boulevard and Villard Avenue on Milwaukee's north side caused heavy traffic, particularly south of Villard Avenue, where police cordoned off multiple blocks. At least three vehicles sustained significant damage, and emergency responders took two individuals to the hospital around 5:45 Friday night.
Friday Night Lights in Full Swing Tonight
It’s Opening night for several local and area high school football teams this evening, with the slate of games including a cross-town battle at Rubick Field in Manitowoc as Roncalli hosts Manitowoc Lutheran. You can hear the Jes and Lancers on 97.1 WCUB and CubRadio.com beginning at 6:40 p.m.
Loved ones of Keyon Jackson-Malone remember him as a 'heartbeat' of Milwaukee following his death
Milwaukee is mourning the death of Keyon Jackson-Malone, a dedicated community activist, local radio host, friend and brother to many in the city. He’s been described as someone who was always working to improve his community. Jackson-Malone died suddenly on Aug. 12. Since his passing, there’s been an outpouring...
Roncalli Jets Look to Start 2024 Football Season Strong
The Roncalli Jets are looking to start the 2024 football season strong with a week one matchup against inner city rivals, Manitowoc Lutheran. Last year, the Jets finished 1-9, winning their season finale versus Hilbert. Roncalli and their head coach, Paul Kinsella, look to right the ship this season with...
Ships Fall to Redbirds in Football Opener, Coach Smith Says “We’re Still Building Confidence”
The Manitowoc Lincoln Ships’ first football game of the season did not go as planned. A very experienced De Pere Redbirds team scored early and often, defeating Lincoln 41-0 from Ron Rubic Field. The Redbirds scored on two touchdown passes, three runs, and a couple of field goals. By...
Packers finally make the quarterback move fans have been desperate for
The Green Bay Packers' backup quarterback competition has been underwhelming, to say the least. Second-year Sean Clifford has struggled to protect the ball. Seventh-round rookie Michael Pratt is far from perfect and has a lot to learn, but he has outplayed Clifford throughout the summer, showing the potential to become a solid backup.
New Bed Bath & Beyond tenant and Indian restaurant expands
New store, restaurant and housing development — here's what you missed in recent Streetwise news. Burlington store opening soon. Plus, Indian restaurant coming to downtown Sheboygan. Bed Bath & Beyond...
Wisconsin Man is Selling a Car That…Could Use a Paint Job
"Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned" ~William Congreve. Moving on from an unfortunate chapter in your life is a necessary evil. Most times it's a matter of throwing out the things that remind you of that chapter. Other times, the baggage that comes with that chapter are a little tougher to...buff out.
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