Wisconsin’s two-year budget is officially approved. Governor Tony Evers signed the new budget into law early this morning after coming to an agreement with state Republicans yesterday. The new budget comes with one-point-three-billion dollars in tax cuts, more funding for the University of Wisconsin, and investments in child care and K-12 schools.
Read MoreSmoking rates are declining in Wisconsin. The Department of Health Services says the smoke-free indoor air law put in place almost 15 years ago is part of the reason why. Along with smoking rates, DHS says the effects of secondhand smoke are also down in both adults and children. Smoking rates in Wisconsin are currently twelve-percent for adults and three-percent for high schoolers.
Read MoreWhile the recent U.S. Women’s Open at Erin Hills drew top golfers from 30 countries to Wisconsin, the championship golf course didn’t have to look far for its behind-the-scenes talent. From a student intern to the co-general manager, Erin Hills and the successful tournament it hosted relied heavily on talent from University of Wisconsin-Stout’s golf enterprise management program. The strong connection between Erin Hills – ranked as one of the top 10 public courses in the United States – and UW-Stout has been developed over many years,
Read MoreThe once-silent hallways of a historic school are echoing with new life in Randolph. There are plans to transform the former elementary and middle school, which has been largely vacant for over eight years, into a 31-unit apartment complex—offering affordable housing and community growth to the rural community. It’s a move that’s creating a buzz in the community of 1,800 in Columbia County. “There is a lot of excitement in Randolph with the school renovation,” said Village Trustee Nicholas Weinberger.
Read MoreBoth pro-life and pro-choice advocates are sharing their reactions to the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling on the state’s abortion law yesterday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS. In a four-to-three decision, the court found that a ban on killing an unborn child initially passed in Wisconsin in the mid-1800’s is no longer enforceable. Showing you different sides so you can decide, Matt Sande with Pro-Life Wisconsin say he and his organization are disappointed in the ruling and they
Read MoreWestern Wisconsin Congressman Derrick Van Orden is encouraging Governor Tony Evers to quickly sign the state’s budget. In a letter to Evers sent on Wednesday, Van Orden said that timely enactment is especially critical this year due to the proposed increase in the state provider tax, which must be put into effect before the anticipated signing of President Trump’s One, Big, Beautiful Bill. Democratic opponents say the letter is an admission by the Republican congressman that the tax and spending
Read MoreA former Appleton high school teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a student is denying the allegations in court. Rebecca Ryan pleaded not guilty to three counts of sexual assault of a student yesterday. Investigators say Ryan was involved in an inappropriate relationship with a victim who was 17 years old at the time. She is scheduled to return to court on September second.
Read MoreFuneral arrangements are now set for the Milwaukee police officer who was shot to death in the line of duty. A public visitation for Officer Kendall Corder is planned for next Friday, July eleventh. It is happening at Elmbrook Church in Brookfield from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with the memorial service to follow. Corder and his partner, Officer Christopher McCray, were shot by a suspect while responding to a call on Thursday night of last week. McCray was hospitalized
Read MoreThe Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is urging residents to stay sober while using off-road vehicles over this Fourth of July weekend. Officials say nearly 20 people in the state have died in ATV and UTV crashes so far this year, with speed and alcohol contributing to some of those accidents. DNR is also partnering with law enforcement for Operation Dry Water through this weekend. That is a nationwide effort meant to curb boating while intoxicated.
Read MoreSubmissions are being accepted for the Packers’ “Give Us A Sign” contest again this year. Fans can suggest jokes, phrases, and one-liners to be considered for the competition. Selected messages will go head-to-head in tournament style online voting to determine a winner. The suggestion that comes out on top will be printed on signs for fans at Lambeau Field during the upcoming NFL season. The person who submits the winning message will win game tickets and travel accommodations to Green
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