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Wisconsin tribal officials make presence known at RNC
Shekóli (“hello” in Oneida) and yaw^ko ("thank you") for reading the First Nations Wisconsin newsletter. The Republican National Convention is in Milwaukee this week and, at least so far this election season, I haven’t seen as much of an Indigenous-led presence or outreach to tribal communities as there was in 2020. Forest County Potawatomi...
Madison mayor urges City Council to consider property tax referendum
With the city projected to face a $22 million budget gap next year, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway on Tuesday laid out two stark visions for the community’s future in a face-to-face meeting with the City Council. One vision would raise property taxes to fill next year’s gap and provide...
SBE Names 2024 National Award Winners
The Society of Broadcast Engineers has named the winners of its various SBE National Awards, which recognize members who have contributed to the SBE, the industry or their chapters in a number of categories. All the winners will be honored at the SBE Awards Dinner on Sept. 11 during the SBE National Meeting, which is held in conjunction with the Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic in Middleton, Wis.
Tomah VA to open women's clinic in late July
TOMAH, Wis. (WKBT) -- The Tomah VA Medical Center is set to open its new women's clinic later this month. This week, News 8 Now This Morning's Alexandra Carter spoke with Dr. Jacquelyn Paykel, the Women's Health Medical Director of Tomah VA Medical Center to discuss the new specialized care for women veterans.
Former Wisconsin wide receiver signs with Houston Texans
Former Wisconsin wide receiver Quintez Cephus signed with the Houston Texans on Tuesday, according to a recent post from SportsTrust Advisors. After spending three seasons in Detroit, the Lions released the former Badger in 2023 following an indefinite suspension due to violating the NFL’s gambling policy. After being reinstated, Cephus signed with the Buffalo Bills in April before his release in May.
La Crosse Homeless Services Coordinator shares six-month plan on Pathways Home
LA CROSSE (WKBT)-- The city and county will be improving resources for the homeless community in La Crosse over the next six months, including more help for those experiencing drug addiction and mental illness.
Missing Child Scam Circulating In Minnesota
All scams are terrible and there are plenty of them to go around these days. However, this one might be one of the worst thanks to the nature of the scam. There have been so many scams in Minnesota and Wisconsin lately that the Duluth Police Department recently shared some basic scam tips to help us all avoid becoming a victim.
Wisconsin Soldier who Entered North Korea Now in Plea Negotiations
RACINE, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — Negotiations are underway for a Wisconsin soldier who crossed into North Korea. A preliminary hearing in Texas for 24-year-old Travis King of Racine was delayed on Tuesday. King is in plea negotiations with military prosecutors on eight charges including desertion. Last July, King was released...
Wisconsin delegate's service dog Lambeau is taking hundreds of selfies a day at RNC
Dogs have stolen the show at the Republican National Convention — including Lambeau, a 7-year-old purebred English Labrador retriever service dog. "I had no expectations of anything. I didn't know what to expect. It's the first time to be at a convention, and I am stunned. I was worried about, 'How do I...
'American Pickers' coming to Minnesota, Wisconsin in September
MINNEAPOLIS — The Pickers are coming!. Fans of the long-running and popular History Channel reality show "American Pickers" will be fired up to learn that the team will be rolling through the Midwest in September to film interesting finds and intriguing personal storylines. A post on the show's Facebook...
USPS Announces Mailing Service Changes Impacting Wisconsin
It's been a rough few years for the United States Postal Service. According to the official USPS website, the department has recorded $87 billion in financial losses over the last 14 years. In response to this, they are once again hiking up the prices of some of their services, which will affect all Iowans.
Peace group member accused of assaulting Van Orden says congressman tried to shove past her
A Wisconsin member of Congress and a staff member of the peace group CODEPINK are each accusing the other of assault in an incident outside a Republican National Convention event Tuesday. In a statement CODEPINK said the group’s staff member, Nour Jaghama, was shoved from behind by U.S. Rep. Derrick...
Miyares leading 16-state coalition asking Supreme Court to hear Wisconsin transgender student case
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is leading a 16-state coalition asking the Supreme Court to step in after a Wisconsin court dismissed a complaint filed by parents over the state's guidelines allowing students to change their gender identity.
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