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Some groups who’ve traditionally leaned Democratic are warming up to GOP possibilities
The Republican National Convention in Milwaukee will conclude tonight when former President Donald Trump formally accepts his party’s nomination. WPR reporters Anya van Wagtendonk and Rich Kremer have been covering the state’s GOP delegation this week. They spoke with WPR Capitol Bureau Chief Shawn Johnson about Republican efforts to court unions and young voters — two groups who’ve traditionally backed Democrats.
Meet the dogs of the RNC
MILWAUKEE — From delegates to politicians to law enforcemnet officials, thousands of visitors have touched down in Wisconsin for the Republican National Convention. While many delegates brought along a plus-one, just a few brought along their furry friends. Meet the dogs of the RNC:. And, we threw in a...
Zenith Tech relies on Tadano’s Telescopic Boom Crawler Crane for Wisconsin project
Zenith Tech relies on Tadano’s Telescopic Boom Crawler Crane for Wisconsin project. Zenith Tech takes great pride in each project it does, because its people know that they are benefiting the communities they live in. Case in point was a recent project that the Waukesha, Wisconsin-based company completed along the 52-mile (83.7-km) Glacial Drumlin State Trail that runs between Milwaukee and Madison.
Wisconsin Cold Case: DNA Breakthrough Solves Gruesome 1963 Gas Station Murder!
GREEN BAY, WI – More than fifty years after a man was brutally murdered at a gas station in Wisconsin, authorities believe they have finally identified his killer. Advanced forensic testing on DNA samples from the crime scene has led detectives to a suspect, the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office announced.
Popular Wisconsin foods at the RNC
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The State Fair, which kicks off in two weeks from tomorrow, is known for many things, including its food. With people here from all over the country and the world, the RNC is the perfect opportunity for vendors to introduce out of towners some of the food that makes Milwaukee and Wisconsin a great place.
Search for Wisconsin Father Continues After Children Found Deceased in Lake Michigan Sailboat Tragedy
In a somber update from Lake Michigan, officials have confirmed the recovery of two children after a sailboat capsized near Chambers Island in Wisconsin. The bodies of a 5-year-old daughter and a 3-year-old son were located on Monday, as reported by People. Named Charlotte and Josh, the children were sailing with their father, 32-year-old Bill Salnick of Little Suamico, Wis., when they went missing. The sailboat, an 18-foot Gulf Coast named My Lady Blue, was found capsized early Monday morning.
Gov. Evers continues making moves to lift near-total abortion ban in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced Wednesday that his administration will be joining an ongoing lawsuit arguing that the Wisconsin Constitution protects access to abortion in the state. This lawsuit, Planned Parenthood v. Urmanski is the latest move in Gov. Evers’ commitment to restore and protect reproductive...
New mother welcomes baby boy during Chetek’s 50th Liberty Fest
CHETEK, Wis. (WEAU) - On the 4th of July, you would expect fireworks, parades and all around good times. But, one new mother in Barron County found out that when expecting, the unexpected just happens. “It went faster than I expected,” said Brooklynne Rahm-Jost. She said her baby boy,...
Long range forecast: Michigan weather outlook for August 2024
What sort of August weather should we expect around Michigan this summer?. The National Weather Service and NOAA released their monthly weather outlook for August 2024 this week. The predictions are based on probability vs. normal averages, and can help show possible trends in the longer range forecast. Here’s what...
Boulder Junction’s Musky Jamboree Weekend August 9-11, 2024, including a 10K and 5K Run
Executive Director Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce. Boulder Junction, WI – Join us in the Musky Capital of the World ® Friday, August 9 through Sunday, August 11 for the 67th Annual Musky Jamboree as we celebrate our community, the end of summer, and of course, our favorite fish. Each day features a variety of activities so bring the whole family and have some fun!
2 Michigan men sentenced after threatening people with firearms at convenience store
(CBS DETROIT) - Two Lansing men have been sentenced to prison for making threats and carrying firearms inside a convenience store, the U.S. Attorney's Office announced Thursday.Quentin Earl Booth, 39, was sentenced to 71 months and three years' supervised release. Derrick Smith Jr., 30, was sentenced to 57 months. Federal prosecutors say in September 2023, police responded to a store in Lansing about a report that Smith walked into the store with an assault rifle. A witness reported hearing one of the men say "Everybody is going to die," according to a news release. When police arrived, officers spotted Booth putting...
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