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Wisconsin woman charged with stealing over $95K from elderly father

Heather Robinson, a Wisconsin woman, has been charged with stealing over $95,000 from her elderly father while acting as his guardian, with some of the money being used for online gambling.

Laona, WI · 2025-03-11

WausauPilot

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Two men face felony charges after fentanyl bust near Wausau

Two men are facing serious drug charges after authorities seized more than 50 grams of fentanyl during a traffic stop March 7 in Marathon County. Christopher J. Harter, 48, of Weston, is charged with possession with intent to deliver fentanyl as a repeater, a Class C felony, according to a criminal complaint filed March 10 in Marathon County Circuit Court. Due to his status as a repeat offender stemming from a prior conviction for recklessly endangering safety, Harter faces up to 46 years in prison and a $100,000 fine if convicted.

Wausau, WI · 2025-03-11

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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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

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Trump pulled $400 million from Columbia. UW-Madison is on list of schools that could be next

The University of Wisconsin-Madison was among a list of 60 schools the U.S. Department of Education warned Monday about a potential loss of federal funding if they fail to protect Jewish students. The schools who received the warning letters were a mix of public universities and Ivy League institutions. The list included Columbia University, which saw $400 million in grants and contracts canceled last week over claims it tolerated antisemitism. The institution was the site of monthslong demonstrations by pro-Palestinian protesters last school year. “The Department is deeply disappointed that Jewish students studying on elite U.S. campuses continue to...

Madison, WI · 2025-03-10

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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

Green Bay Press-Gazette

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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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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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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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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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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

Wisconsin Watch

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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

AM 1390 KRFO

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Rain and Thunder on Friday Transitioning to Snow on Saturday

UNDATED (WJON News) -- A powerful storm system will develop over the Plains and push through the Upper Midwest Friday and Saturday. Thunderstorms are likely along a cold front late Friday afternoon and evening, especially across southern and eastern Minnesota into western Wisconsin. The high on Friday in St. Cloud...

Minnesota · 2025-03-11

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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

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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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'He has helped me through some of the biggest struggles of my life': Veteran finds new lease on life with the help of veteran run nonprofit

WATERTOWN, Wis. — A Wisconsin veteran-run organization is impacting the lives of veterans across the country. Sierra Delta is a nonprofit that focuses on the wellness of veterans. While service and support dogs are a big part of the work Sierra Delta does, it does not provide dogs. It...

Wisconsin · 2025-03-10