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Northern Wisconsin lakes are less clear than they were 30 years ago. That’s led to a decrease in loons, who rely on clear waters for hunting fish.
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Wisconsin's clean-energy portfolio is growing. Communities seeing the transition happen at their doorstep might get benefits, but sometimes have questions about the scope of these projects. A new grant could help deliver the facts.
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Domestic violence murder rates are at an all time high, but advocates are concerned they may not be able to keep providing the services communities depend on due to major funding issues.
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Utility companies have started construction on a contentious power line crossing in a Mississippi River wildlife refuge.
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The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Senate have voted to override nine vetoes of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers in a mostly symbolic move that comes less than six months before the November election.
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Wild rice is starting to grow on Spur Lake in Oneida County for the first time in nearly two decadesWild rice is starting to return to Spur Lake in Oneida County.In the late 90s, early 2000s wild rice on the lake started disappearing until it was gone altogether.
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The ads, from American Bridge 21st Century, will begin airing Monday in the northern battleground states of Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin
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The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Monday took up arguments in a highly watched case concerning ballot drop boxes. Supporters of lifting a near-total ban say such a move would help a range of voters across the state
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The votes set for Tuesday are on everything from fighting PFAS pollution to doing away with work permit requirements for teenagers.
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Tuesday, May 28th at 6:00 P.M.