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Wisconsin Dems call proposed amendments GOP power grab
(The Center Square) – How Wisconsin’s government spends some federal funding could change if voters approve two constitutional amendments in August. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers joined Democratic leaders in a press conference Monday to discuss the amendments, which would require the governor to obtain the state legislature’ approval on spending decisions that involve federal funding. Republicans say the amendments will strengthen separation of powers and promote fiscal responsibility. Democrats, however,...
Whooping cough cases have risen in Wisconsin, here's what to know
If you've been experiencing long coughing fits that leave you gasping for air recently, you might want to get tested for pertussis, better known as "whooping cough." The respiratory infection is on the rise across the country: as of June 24, the U.S. reported three times as many cases as it had reported...
Wisconsin has seen far more tornadoes than average this year. Is climate change to blame?
Tornado season in Wisconsin has looked a little different this year. With over five months remaining in 2024, the state has already reached almost double its average annual tornado count. Plus, this winter, Wisconsin saw its first two February tornadoes on record in Evansville and Green County. ...
Registration open for Wisconsin Childcare Summit
Registration is now open for the Wisconsin Childcare Summit Sept. 11 at Resch Expo in Green Bay. The Greater Green Bay Chamber is hosting the Wisconsin Childcare Summit to convene visionary business leaders and decision-makers committed to learning more about and addressing the childcare crisis in our state. Through a business-centric approach to the childcare crisis, we strive to create a platform where leaders can learn about the economic impact and discuss workforce retention and attraction strategies.
HTL: Cambridge routs McFarland in regular-season finale
MCFARLAND — With the Blues holding a 5-4 lead over host McFarland after the sixth inning, Cambridge used two big innings, scoring six runs in the seventh and four runs in the eighth, to earn a 15-4 win on Sunday in Home Talent League baseball action. In the seventh, Jace Horton hit a two-run single, Connor O’Brien hit an RBI double, Chase Jarlsberg plated a run on an RBI single and Sam Mickelson scored a run on a sacrifice fly. ...
Cambridge home talent pounds McFarland, will face Evansville in first round of playoffs
With the Blues holding a 5-4 lead over the McFarland Muskies after the sixth inning, Cambridge used two big innings, scoring six runs in the seventh and four runs in the eighth to earn a 15-4 win on Sunday, July 28 at the McFarland Baseball Facilities. In the seventh, Jace Horton hit a two-run single, Connor O’Brien hit an RBI double, Chase Jarlsberg plated a run on an RBI single and Sam Mickelson scored a run on a sacrifice flyout. ...
HTL: Generals edge Utica 2-1, clinch spot in playoffs via tiebreaker
CAMBRIDGE — After a gut-wrenching 1-0 loss in walk-off fashion to Stoughton last week, the Generals had no margin for error in the playoff race and their schedule pitted them against the top two Southeast Section teams in consecutive games. Fort Atkinson, 4-2 winners over Cambridge on Saturday, scored two runs via error in the sixth inning and held off host Utica 2-1 on Sunday, clinching a spot in the Southeast Section playoffs. ...
Alabama at Wisconsin Named in Top 24 Most Meaningful Games of 2024
It's already a game every Badger fan has circled on their calendar, but it looks as though the national media will be playing close attention too. The Badgers will host Alabama at Camp Randall in week three of the 2024 season and 247Sports has named it as one of the most meaningful games of the year.
Brain cell grafts in monkeys jump-start human trial for new Parkinson’s treatment
People with Parkinson’s disease are receiving a new treatment in a clinical trial started after University of Wisconsin–Madison scientists demonstrated the safety and feasibility of the therapeutic delivery method in a study of non-human primates. Parkinson’s disease damages neurons in the brain that produce dopamine, a brain chemical...
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