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Wreckage of historic schooner Margaret A. Muir discovered in Lake Michigan
Maritime historians from the Wisconsin Underwater Archaeology Association (WUAA) have located the wreckage of the schooner Margaret A. Muir, which sank in Lake Michigan in 1893. The discovery, made by researchers Brendon Baillod, Robert Jaeck, and Kevin Cullen, is a significant find in the field of underwater archaeology. The Margaret...
Wisconsin multi-sport alumnus earns two Olympic victories in women's rugby
Wisconsin women’s hockey and soccer alumnus Alev Kelter helped guide USA rugby to two wins on the second day of competition at the Olympic Games. USA Rugby kicked off its day at 9:30 a.m. CT with a 36-7 victory against Japan. Kelter did not record any points in her first match but responded with a spectacular performance later in the day.
Minnesota Offers A Variety of Virtual School Opportunities
There’s no doubt that education is important. The more you know, the more opportunities you are likely to have. But not every student thrives in a traditional school environment. We learned during Covid that some students felt more comfortable learning from home. My nephew’s youngest fell into that category....
Minnesota Painter Caught Red-Handed- Owes Money to Customers
Imagine saving thousands of dollars over time, to have your kitchen cabinets repainted, and then a year later, the job you saved all the money for is lost, along with all of your cabinet doors. This is the unfortunate truth for many homeowners in Minnesota. Several families hired a man...
Strong to severe storms look possible late Wednesday
TUESDAY AFTERNOON/EVENING: Clouds will continue to decrease as we head into the evening hours with a slight chance for a stray thunderstorm before 10pm. Some patchy fog may develop by early Wednesday morning with lows in the 50s and 60s. WEDNESDAY: The bulk of the day will be mostly clear...
Free youth life jackets to be given out in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS — The Itasca County Sheriff's Office will distribute free youth life jackets at L&M Fleet Supply in Grand Rapids on Friday, Aug. 2. Residents can learn about water safety from experts and receive proper fitting and usage instructions for the life jackets. State law requires children under...
Harris gives Democrats a jolt in a critical part of swing-state Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — More than 40 people filed into a converted coffee shop on a recent Saturday morning in Madison, Wisconsin, to organize in a west-side neighborhood for Vice President Kamala Harris. A month ago, fewer than 10 people showed up for a similar event for President Joe Biden. Some told organizers they were no longer willing to knock on doors in Wisconsin's famously liberal state capital. The excitement...
Northeast Wisconsin residents asked to conserve energy amid hot, humid weather
KAUKAUNA (WLUK) -- The constant hum of air conditioners has become a consistent sound in Northeast Wisconsin. However, it takes a lot of energy to keep homes and businesses cool. As a result, Kaukauna Utilities is asking customers to conserve energy any way they can during this hot and humid...
Spending federal funds in Wisconsin: What voters need to know about the Aug. 13 referendums
A pair of questions on Wisconsin’s Aug. 13 ballot would give state legislators more control over how federal money is spent in the state. If approved by a majority of voters statewide, the Republican-backed proposals would amend the Wisconsin Constitution to limit the governor’s power to spend federal funds unilaterally in specific instances.
Southern Wisconsin Braces for Scattered Thunderstorms and High Humidity
Milwaukee, WI – Southern Wisconsin is set to experience a bout of scattered thunderstorms and high humidity over the next few days. Widely scattered thunderstorms are expected later tonight, bringing heavy rainfall and dangerous lightning. Residents should also prepare for the possibility of strong storms on Thursday, with temperatures nearing 90 degrees throughout the period.
Program pays Wisconsin farmers to feed their neighbors in need. They hope it sticks around.
In northwest Wisconsin's Dunn County, hundreds of students leave their final class each Friday during the school year with a bag full of food to make sure they and their families get enough to eat over the weekend. The "SAM bags," short for "Share A Meal," are a project of Stepping Stones...
Attorney: WisDOT calls for minority construction bids 'illegal' and 'unconstitutional'
"Illegal" and "unconstitutional" are the words one Wisconsin attorney is using to describe the Wisconsin Department of Transportation's calls for minority bids. According to a motion for a prelimin...
Calling home from prison is expensive. FCC rules aim to change that. In Wisconsin there’s a catch
This story was updated on July 30 with additional information on phone call commissions and costs. While her husband spent about five months in the Polk County Jail, Rebecca Aubart spent close to $4,000 on calls and video visits. They talked at least twice a day, she said. “My husband was experiencing significant withdrawals and […]
Kids Satisfy Sweet Tooth at Candyland Camp In Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A dance studio in Superior is teaching everything sweet at a summer camp this week. Sterling Silver Studio is hosting a Candyland Camp for kids ages 5 to 11. The 18 campers get to create their own candy, learn the science behind candy making, and experiment with their senses. And since they are at a dance studio, of course there are plenty of dance parties.
Wisconsin Assembly District 11: Meet the candidates
Wisconsinites will vote for state Assembly and Senate candidates in a primary on Aug. 13 and in the general election Nov. 5, 2024. This is the first election under newly-competitive district maps. The candidate in each political party to receive the most votes Aug. 13 will advance to the November...