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Documents uncover years leading up to Middleton double murder-suicide

MIDDLETON, Wis. — It’s been just over one year since the Middleton community experienced a shocking tragedy. Police say they believe a mother shot and killed her two children on Feb. 18, 2024. Then, they believe she turned the gun on herself. The only survivor, the children’s father,...

Middleton, WI · 2025-03-11
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New in the Legislature: Wisconsin Democrats introduce bill to blunt effects of DOGE cuts

MADISON - Democratic lawmakers want to use Wisconsin's "rainy day" fund as backup if the federal government decides to stop providing funding to the state. Here's what to know about their bill: The bill seeks a backstop against interruptions in federal dollars as a result of DOGE A draft of the legislation, which was circulated last week for cosponsorship, outlines how the state's rainy day fund could be used to reimburse school districts, local governments and nonprofits if federal funding is halted for Wisconsin as a result of the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, led by...

Wisconsin · 2025-03-11

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Wisconsin Teacher Fired For Not Using Student’s Trans Pronouns Wins In Court

A Wisconsin school district agreed to pay out $20,000 to a teacher who was terminated for refusing to use preferred names and pronouns for transgender students. Jordan Cernek, an English teacher, sued the Argyle School District in July 2024 after his contract was not renewed, alleging the district violated his right to free exercise of his religion and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Wisconsin · 2025-03-10
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Former Milwaukee Walmart being converted to a Latin grocery, other businesses. It's seeking state grant

A former Walmart Neighborhood Market's conversion into a Latin American-focused grocery and other businesses near State Fair Park could be helped with a $250,000 state grant. Among with the new Monterrey Market, the redeveloped building, at 7025 W. Main St., will include a Monte Financial Services, Don Chamoy ice cream shop , and American One Insurance as tenants. It "will not only provide groceries and services to the local community in an identified food desert" but also add up to 55 full-time and 25 part-time jobs, according to a report to the County Board. The grant application to the...

Milwaukee, WI · 2025-03-10

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Wisconsin authorities search for stolen emu liquor display

SLINGER, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Wisconsin are searching for individuals who allegedly stole a four-foot-tall emu liquor display statue from a Piggly Wiggly grocery store. According to the Slinger Police Department, the incident occurred on March 8 shortly after 3:15 p.m., when unknown subjects took the emu display promoting Shanky’s Whip, a black Irish […]

Slinger, WI · 2025-03-11

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Gov. Tony Evers budget raises vehicle title fee by 73%

Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ plan to pay for state highways over the next two years may be almost as controversial as his proposed spending increases and tax-code changes. The budget summary of the state Department of Administration (DOA) says the governor's changes would mean $411 million more for the Transportation Fund over the next two years that is needed to "maintain our roads today and in the future."

Wisconsin · 2025-03-10

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People In Minnesota, Wisconsin Warned Of New JOANN Fabrics Scam

Disappointing news arrived at the beginning of this year when JOANN Fabrics and Crafts, the popular retailer that has been in business for over 80 years, announced it was filing for bankruptcy and would be closing select stores throughout the country, including locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. The news got...

Wisconsin · 2025-03-11

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Medicaid cuts: Advocates say proposals could hike costs for Wisconsin, reduce care, or both

Of the laundry list of proposed Medicaid cuts circulating on Capitol Hill, policy watchers say some stand out as the most likely to be implemented because they’ve either been tried before, frequently embraced, or both. Advocates argue that none of the ideas will actually help the program do a...

Wisconsin · 2025-03-11

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Milwaukee transgender woman killed; police arrest 22-year-old man

MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police say a 22-year-old man has been arrested in the shooting death of 23-year-old Amyri Dior, the transgender woman who was killed on Feb. 21. Dior was fatally shot near 95th and Brown Deer Road. A vigil for Dior was held on Saturday, March 8. Mercedes Johnson...

Milwaukee, WI · 2025-03-10

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Rep. Tony Wied holds first town hall, draws criticism for its call-in format

GREEN BAY — Marley Fieweger said she'd hoped to get better answers to her concerns at U.S. Rep. Tony Wied's first town hall than the responses she's gotten when directly emailing his office, which she characterized as "form letters." The architect from Appleton specializing in building health care spaces had apprehensions about the layoffs of Social Security Administration workers and the Trump administration's thawing of relations with Russia . However, she left midway through the call-in-only event, disappointed. "I just hung up because I couldn't listen to it anymore," Fieweger said in a voicemail left to the Green Bay...

Green Bay, WI · 2025-03-11

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264 fired USDA workers in Wisconsin may be reinstated after federal board’s order

Fired U.S. Department of Agriculture workers in Wisconsin are weighing their next steps after a federal board reinstated thousands of the agency’s probationary employees on Wednesday.The Merit Systems Protection Board ordered the USDA to reinstate around 6,000 probationary staff for 45 days as an investigation continues into firings on or after Feb. 13. The board handles internal disputes and complaints from federal workers.The decision comes after the Office of Special Counsel asked to pause terminations of the agency’s probationary employees as the Trump administration and Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, push to drastically downsize the federal workforce. The USDA said it will abide by the ruling and had no further comment.Jules Reynolds, a fired USDA employee in Madison, said she had not yet heard anything from the agency. Reynolds worked as a program coordinator for the Soil Health Alliance for Research and Engagement, or SHARE, initiative at the Dairy Forage Research Center. While the order feels like a “huge win” for federal workers, she said fired employees like her face a great deal of uncertainty.“I don’t know how it’s going to play out in the days to follow,” Reynolds said. “If I was to be reinstated, it just seems sort of like a logistic nightmare.”If reinstated, Reynolds said it remains unclear whether she would be terminated after 45 days as the Trump administration has directed agencies to prepare for “large-scale reductions” in its workforce.Reynolds said it feels like a “bad roller coaster ride” that not only affects her, but the center’s ongoing work to conduct research and outreach to farmers.“That’s certainly not helping research projects gain traction, or outreach with farmers,” Reynolds said. “It’s not helping our work actually proceed.”While she feels strongly about supporting that work, Reynolds and others also want to understand their rights. She added that she’s now scheduled to pick up bartending shifts in the next couple weeks, adding another layer of complexity.Rob was fired from his job at the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, and he requested anonymity as he’s fighting to get his job back. While the order reinstated employees, he said it’s unclear what might come next.“I’m going on three weeks without any pay, and I’m trying to find a job. I’ve gotten interviews, and now, all of a sudden, they want to reinstate us,” Rob said. “I’d love to go back. I want to serve my country, just like I did when I was in the Army, but I also don’t want to play these mind games. I want to go back and do my job.”Westby dairy farmer Darin Von Ruden, president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union, said reinstating probationary workers would be good for farm country. He said some farmers have experienced issues with frozen federal funding and have struggled to reach staff to address concerns.“There’s a need for adequate employee staffing to make sure that we have the program availability for farmers to be able to survive in the economic uncertainty that we’re currently in,” Von Ruden said.The USDA didn’t answer questions about next steps for complying with the order, the number of workers who may be reinstated in Wisconsin or how the order may be affected by Trump’s directive to prepare for mass layoffs.

Wisconsin · 2025-03-11

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Milwaukee shootings Tuesday; 2 wounded, 1 arrested

MILWAUKEE - Separate shootings in Milwaukee on Tuesday, March 11 left two people wounded. MPD said a 37-year-old was shot around 11:30 a.m. and went to a hospital with non-fatal injuries. Officers arrested a 70-year-old suspect, who police said was mishandling a gun when it discharged. MPD said it will...

Milwaukee, WI · 2025-03-11

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Bicyclist dies after being struck by car in Glendale

A 73-year-old bicyclist has died after being hit by a car near North Green Bay Avenue and West Green Tree Road, according to the Glendale Police Department.

Glendale, WI · 2025-03-11

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Schimel campaign: New ad: Homicide survivor defends Judge Brad Schimel from Susan Crawford’s lies

WAUKESHA, Wisc. – Today, in response to the shameful and distasteful ads Susan Crawford’s campaign has run, the Schimel for Justice campaign released a new TV ad titled ‘Tell Me.” In the emotional spot, homicide survivor Laurie recounts how Judge Brad Schimel stood with her family during the heartbreaking experience of losing her sister and defends Schimel’s career of putting victims first, and refusing to quit until justice is served.

Wisconsin · 2025-03-10

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Here are claims about Wisconsin’s Supreme Court candidates — and the facts

Ahead of their only scheduled debate, Wisconsin Watch has fact-checked 10 claims about the backgrounds and positions of the Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates, liberal Dane County Circuit Judge Susan Crawford and conservative Waukesha County Circuit Judge Brad Schimel.

Wisconsin · 2025-03-11

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Gov. Evers Announces Historic Capital Budget Projected to Generate Over $7 Billion in Economic Activity and 37,000 Jobs Statewide

MADISON, Wis. (OFFICE OF GOVERNOR TONY EVERS PRESS RELEASE) - Gov. Tony Evers today announced approximately $4.1 billion in recommended investments in his 2025-27 Capital Budget for the renovation and renewal of the state’s existing infrastructure and to support major projects in 26 counties across Wisconsin. The governor’s recommended...

Wisconsin · 2025-03-10

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9 of the Coziest Bars in Milwaukee

Milwaukee in March: slushy and soggy, grey skies and brown snow. Our seasonal affective disorder has weathered the winter, but can it survive the start of spring? What we need is to keep calm and cozy on. “Cozy” is subjective. It could be a dimly-lit dive or something a little more posh, provided it’s plush. Plenty of Milwaukee bars fit that bill. For the purposes of this list, “cozy” ticks one or more of these boxes: homey feel, snug space, warming vibe, and the occasional roaring fire.

Milwaukee, WI · 2025-03-10

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MCSO: Girl found, mother jailed

The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office said the mother of an Oak Creek girl who was missing for nearly a week has been booked into jail on a felony charge.

Oak Creek, WI · 2025-03-09