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There’s going to be a lot of talk about forcing people to get the coronavirus vaccine at the state Capitol today.  Wisconsin lawmakers have a public hearing on five pieces of legislation that would ban mandatory vaccinations in the state. One plan would ban businesses from requiring proof of vaccinations, three of the plans would ban vaccine discrimination, and the final proposal would ban the UW-System or other colleges in the state from requiring students to get their coronavirus shot before

Governor Tony Evers is threatening to scuttle the state’s next budget. The governor yesterday said he may veto the 40-billion-dollar-plus spending plan because it doesn’t spend enough on schools. Evers said he has not made a final decision, but said a total veto is ‘on the table.’ Democrats in Madison want the Republicans who are writing the budget to spend a full 500-million-dollars more on schools in order to guarantee a one-and-a-half-billion-dollar match from Washington, D.C. Republicans have budgeted 500-million

Only voters or witnesses would be able to change their ballots under the latest plan to move forward at the Wisconsin Capitol. A state Assembly panel yesterday advanced a plan that clarifies that election workers in the state would not be able to fix mistakes on absentee ballots. The official term is curing, and Republicans say election workers across the state cured thousands of ballots last fall that should not have been counted. Democrats in Madison say the plan will all but

A Badger alum and Pewaukee native is reportedly going to be Wisconsin’s next athletic director. The State Journal is reporting that Chris McIntosh will get the job later today. McIntosh was a four-year starter for UW football and was part of two Big Ten championship teams. He’s been a deputy athletic director since 2017, and was Barry Alvarez’s choice. McIntosh would replace Alavarez who’s been A-D since 2004. UW Regents are set to approve McIntosh at their meeting this morning.

The Eau Claire City-County Health Department is seeking assistance in locating a dog that bit a woman, Monday, May 24th, 2021, at approximately 10:30 p.m. The bite occurred on the 1000 block of W. Hamilton Avenue. The dog was described as a medium sized terrier type breed with short, white hair. The dog was on a leash walking with a female described to be in her mid-30’s with blonde hair, and about 5’5”. The health and rabies status of this

 State Health officials are confirming 56 new COVID-19 cases today, which is the lowest since March of 2020.  There were also three more coronavirus deaths reported.  The seven-day average of new deaths is down to four. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FROM WI DHS.

Masks are no longer required in most state buildings.  About two weeks ago, Governor Evers set today as the target to end mask requirements as the state continues to follow the recommendations from the CDC.  People who are fully vaccinated can go without masks and for the most part do not have to maintain social distancing indoors or outdoors.  However, all unvaccinated people are advised to wear a mask or face covering in state facilities. State vaccination data shows that

 A production plant in Neenah that employs 300 people is closing.  Clearwater Paper announced today it is moving away from the home tissue business but did not state its new direction.  It plans to exit the tissue business by the end of July.  Officials say they will be meeting with the union and the Department of Workforce Development to make sure employees receive benefits and training to find other work.

Wisconsin is kicking off Pride Month by raising the rainbow Pride flag above the State Capitol.  Governor Tony Evers said today it’s never been more important to celebrate the contributions of the LBGTQ community who helped make our state great.  He says he was proud to sign a group executive orders that would support their member’s rights.

When temperatures climb, it’s important to take steps to protect yourself and those around you from the heat. To help encourage everyone to be prepared, Gov. Tony Evers has declared this Wednesday, June 2 Heat Awareness Day in Wisconsin. “Staying safe during period of hot weather should be a top priority for everyone in the state,” advised Dr. Darrell L. Williams, Wisconsin Emergency Management administrator. “During Heat Awareness Day, I encourage people to learn how to recognize the signs of