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New UW Madison chancellor hails from Twin Cities; tribes announce highest-ever spearing goals; more state news
The nation's current secretary of commerce is expected to become the next chancellor at UW-Madison this summer. Also, the state's six Chippewa tribes have announced they plan to spear 59,000 pounds of walleyes this spring, which will lower to one fish, the daily limit for non-native anglers. Plus stories about Wisconsin's answer to Obamacare, a new "Doctor Apology" bill and police heroism last week at Stevens Point.
March 19, 2013
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UPDATED: Dive team locates second crash victim; sheriff apologizes for chief's outburst; lost K-9 located; more state news
Wisconsin NewsMembers of the St. Croix EMS dive team have recovered the body of a second man killed in a semi crash early Tuesday. Also, OSHA investigators have begun a probe into a fire at at Tomahawk-area packaging firm that injured a man Tuesday and where five people have died since 2008. Also stories about rhubarb between Gov. Scott Walker and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, a lost police dog and lots of eggs.
March 06, 2013
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Senators Baldwin, Johnson split on Hagel confirmation vote; snow blamed for Walworth fatality; tribal gaming revenues down; more state briefs
Wisconsin NewsWisconsin's Senators voted opposite ways on Chuck Hagel's nomination as the nation's new Secretary of Defense. Also, the debate over siting of a new iron ore mine in northern Wisconsin continues today, and heavy snow has snarled travel in the southeastern corner of the state, plus more state briefs.
February 27, 2013
Highland wind developers seek PSC reconsideration; mining bill moving forward; Johnsonville co-founder dead, more state news
Developers of a large wind energy farm near Forest in St. Croix County are asking state officials to change their minds about rejecting it. Also, the Senate is expected to vote Wednesday on a bill which paves the way for a new iron ore mine near Ashland, plus stories about new money for job training, the death of Johnsonville Sausages co-founder and a circuit judge who signed a Walker recall petition facing an election challenge.
February 26, 2013
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Walker shrugs off White House's characterizations of budget cuts on state; 13-year-old is latest sno-machine victim; no Oscar for Wisconsin producer; more state news
Wisconsin NewsFive days before automatic cuts to federal spending take effect, Gov. Scott Walker says he doesn't expect a big impact for Wisconsinites. Also, the first of three votes that would expand mining in Wisconsin may occur today, and a hearing Wednesday could shape whether individuals and news organizations must pay for certain public records. Plus more state news.
February 25, 2013
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Most of snow is done – many state schools close; GOP bill would slash mining company fees; Two snowmobilers die; more briefs
Wisconsin NewsSnow has closed schools in the Green Bay and Fox Valley regions. Green Bay schools are shut down – along with those in Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac and Manitowoc plus many smaller districts. Democrats are livid after learning that Gogebic Taconite would get out of paying $171 million a year in fees for environmental protection programs under the GOP’s mining incentive bill.
February 22, 2013
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Walker offers new budget, pledges to cut taxes; Chancellor praises budget; State school head says plan hurts struggling schools; more briefs
Gov. Scott Walker highlighted his desire to cut taxes when he spoke to lawmakers last night about his proposed two-year state budget. The biennial package would increase UW funding by $180 million, and interim Madison Chancellor David Ward calls it the best budget in years for the university.
February 21, 2013
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Walker to unveil two-year budget plan; Turtle Lake plant will convert wastewater to electricity; More state briefs
Wisconsin NewsGov. Scott Walker will submit his budget proposals for the next two years today when he talks about the highlights in a speech to the Legislature tonight at 7 p.m. One of the country’s largest plants to convert wastewater into electricity is expected to open this summer in northwest Wisconsin.
February 20, 2013
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Slim turnout expected in today's primaries; apple growers pleased with harsh winter; Kochs shun power-plant purchase prospects; more state briefs
Less than one of ten registered Wisconsin voters are expected to cast ballots today to choose two finalists for a 10-year seat on the Wiscsonin Supreme Court. Polls are open until 8 p.m. Also, Gov. Walker's proposed expansion of the school voucher system sparked protests in Madison Monday, plus stories about a 43-year-old former Thorp track coach accused of abusing a 17-year student and more Wisconsin briefs.
February 19, 2013
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Dems blast Walker plan to boost school funding; sno-mo accidents claim two; fire that kills alpacas has Colfax couple asking for help; more state news
Wisconsin Democratic leaders say Gov. Scott Walker's plan to increase school funding by $276 million isn't nearly enough. Also, snowmobile accidents near Iron River and Grantsburg killed one man and left another missing, plus stories about a Colfax couple stricken by recent misfortune and the death of a UW-LaCrosse student.
February 18, 2013
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Postal bill could save Eau Claire sectional center; Marshfield heart app wins acclaim; more state news
Wisconsin NewsA new bill would ease the USPS' pension obligations, allow it to sell new services and save at least five sectional centers scheduled to close later this year. Also, researchers at the Marshfield Clinic have devised a new heart-health app that has caught national attention. Plus stories about the rise in violent crime in Milwaukee and a prison term for a Kaukauna man who started a fire at an abortion clinic.
February 15, 2013
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Walker would veto any mining tax; finger-pointing continues ahead of Supreme Court primary; ailing Lady Gaga grants 'wish' for EC girl; more state news
A spokesman for Gov. Scott Walker says any legislation that imposes a "tonnage tax" on mining companies won't fly. Also, five central-Wisconsin lawmakers are demanding school software-vendor Skyward get a second-chance at a state contract, plus stories about Lady Gaga granting a wish to an ailing Eau Claire girl and details of the largest winning Powerball ticket in the nation was sold in Eau Claire Thursday.
February 14, 2013
Wisconsinite reactions to State of the Union hug party lines; animal rights groups sue to block wolf hunts; Walker hints 'Badger Care' expansion; more state news
Wisconsin NewsFreshman Senator Tammy Baldwin applauded President Obama's plans for more job training while Rep. Paul Ryan said Obama doesn't appreciate the challenge of the national debt. Also, Sen. Sheila Harsdorf warns recent UW employee overpayments will be an issue as the Senate Universities Committee she chairs considers expanding campus autonomy. Plus stories about a couple killed in a house fire and a Menomonie-area man hurt by a fireworks explosion.
February 13, 2013
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For 10th year, telemarketers picked as greatest annoyance; law would mandate gas tax is used for roads; UW-LaX OKs co-habitation in dorms
Wisconsin NewsTelemarketers topped bad landlords and other potential scams as Wisconsin consumers' greatest irritation. Also, Assembly members may advance a constitutional amendment to assure gas taxes go to fix roads and mull a tougher drunk driving law. Plus other state stories related to the Pope, college rules and the Capitol.
February 12, 2013
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Regents hear $34 million was overpaid to UW workers; Lawmakers balk at governor’s job-creation plan; more state briefs
Wisconsin NewsAnother $1.1 million was overpaid to University of Wisconsin employees. That brings the total to $34 million in overpayments caused by glitches in the UW’s two-year-old centralized computer payroll and benefit system.
February 08, 2013
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