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Wisconsin tribes will be included in mine discussions
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A day after the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs launched an inquiry into possible treaty rights violations by Wisconsin in drafting an iron ore mining bill in the Assembly, the chairman of the Senate Mining Committee says tribal officials will have a seat at the table. Mike Simonson reports.
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02/03/12
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Wisconsin juvenile criminal records could be more accessible
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There's a bipartisan effort to make juvenile criminal records available to law enforcement officers across the state. Supporters say it will help both the courts and the police do a better of helping torubled teens and keeping communiites safe from violent youth. Gilman Halsted reports.
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02/03/12
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Thompson says he's targeted by a conservative group
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Republican U.S. Senate candidate Tommy Thompson says a conservative national business group is out to "destroy him." Democrats say: which Tommy Thompson? Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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02/03/12
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Authorities still looking for backers behind massive Wisconsin marijuana operation
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State and federal investigators are still looking for the people who financed a massive marijuana growing operation in the Chequamegon National Forest last summer. This month the six men who tended the ten thousand plants are being sentenced in Federal Court in Madison. Gilman Halsted reports.
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02/03/12
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Whooping cranes to stay in Alabama for now
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The whooping crane experiment in the Eastern U.S. is taking another new turn.
Chuck Quirmbach reports the young cranes that left Wisconsin last fall won't be going to Florida.
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02/03/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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UW La Crosse students will not return to dorm after fire
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Displaced UW-La Crosse students will not be moving back into a dorm that caught fire last weekend. Maureen McCollum has more.
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02/03/12
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Lawmakers consider limiting who can vote at Wisconsin Conservation Congress
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State lawmakers are considering limiting who can vote at meetings of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress despite objections from the body's leaders. Shawn Johnson reports.
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02/03/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Hundreds file claims in Milwaukee Archdiocese case
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More than five-hundred people who say they were sexually abused by clergy have filed claims in the bankruptcy case involving the Milwaukee Catholic Archdiocese. But a victims support group says there could be a rough road ahead. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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02/02/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Plan to allow Wisconsin wolf hunt moves forward
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Republican state lawmakers are moving ahead with a plan that would let people hunt wolves in Wisconsin. As Shawn Johnson reports, the move comes less than two months after wolves were delisted as an endangered species in Wisconsin.
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02/02/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Feds to look into whether Wisconsin talked with tribes in good faith over mining bill
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The Bureau of Indian Affairs says it is looking into whether Wisconsin violated treaty rights by not consulting with tribal governments that could be effected by a state mining bill. Mike Simonson reports.
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02/02/12
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Wisconsin company seeks three of largest CAFOs
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A Wisconsin company is trying to open more of the largest dairy farms in the state. But some neighbors are stepping up their objections. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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02/02/12
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Ho-Chunk Nation joining drug and alcohol treatment court
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The Ho-Chunk Nation is teaming up with Jackson County by giving drug and alcohol offenders an alternative to jail. Maureen McCollum reports.
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02/02/12
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Unwanted telemarketing calls still plague people in Wisconsin
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Consumer protection officials in Wisconsin came out with their annual list of top ten consumer complaints this week, and once again, unwanted calls from telemarketers was number one.
It's been that way for several years now, with no improvement in sight. We called Sandy Chalmers of the Wisconsin Deparment of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection to find out why, and what's being done.
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02/02/12
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Head of Komen Foundation in Wisconsin concerned with funding changes
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The head of a Susan G. Komen Foundation chapter in Wisconsin says she's concerned that the foundation's decision to cut off funding for Planned Parenthood could harm her organization and Wisconsin women.
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02/02/12
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Federal funding towards state bike trails may be cut off
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The US House is considering legislation that would slash federal funding for bike and walking trails. As WPR's Noah Ovshinsky reports, an effort by a Wisconisn Congressman to restore the money failed.
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Three Democrats set to challenge Republican state Senators in recall elections
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Three Democrats with experience in the Wisconsin legislature will try to unseat Republican State Senators in recall elections later this year. Shawn Johnson reports.
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02/01/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Proposal to rewrite Wisconsin's homebrewing laws
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State lawmakers are considering a rewrite of Wisconsin's homebrewing laws that enthusiasts say would make it easier to share their hobby. Shawn Johnson reports.
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02/01/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Wisconsin DNR says no to citizens on silica regs
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The DNR has rejected a request from citizens for more regulation of air pollution linked to sand mining in Wisconsin. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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02/01/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Superior could be new Wisconsin's boom town
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Two weeks of unprecedented news of jobs coming to Superior has a few heads down at City Hall spinning. In all, 1050 new jobs from three deals could be coming to Superior and Douglas County over the next three to eight years. Mike Simonson reports.
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02/01/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Separation plan would take at least a decade
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Separating the Great Lakes from the Mississippi River Basin would take at least a decade, under recommendations in a study released yesterday. Chuck Quirmbach reports that a federal agency looking at fighting invasive species says there may also be other ways to tackle the topic.
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02/01/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Almond milk sales increase
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Almond milk saw a sharp increase in sales last year. But according to one industry group, the dairy alternative has yet to make a big dent in Wisconsin dairy milk sales. Steve Roisum reports.
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Advocates for senior citizens say property taxes are going up
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Advocates for Senior Citizens say the elderly and low income people will pay more in property taxes under a budget passed last year by the Wisconsin Legislature. They say the Homestead Tax Credit is being lowered in favor of tax cuts for big business. Patty Murray reports.
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State Senator Cullen won't run for Governor in recall election
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Janesville Democratic State Senator Tim Cullen says he won't run for Governor in a recall election, siting an inability to raise enough money to compete in a primary race. Shawn Johnson reports.
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02/01/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Proposal to change selection of Chief Justice of Wisconsin Supreme Court
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A Republican state Senator says it's time to change the current seniority system for selecting the chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. But only one of the current justices has voiced support for the change Gilman Ghalsted reports.
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02/01/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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Identity theft increasing in Wisconsin
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Wisconsin's consumer protection agency says identity theft is a growing problem in the state. Sandy Chalmers is the Division Administrator of Trade and Protection. She says last year was the first year that identity theft made its way onto the department's list of top consumer complaints, with 225 identity theft complaints filed with the state. Kristen Durst reports.
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02/01/12
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Effort to block voter ID law before Wisconsin's February primary
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Two minority rights groups are hoping to block Wisconsin's voter I-D law before Wisconsin's February primary. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/31/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Homicide rate for African Americans in Wisconsin almost five times national rate
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The homicide rate for African Americans in Wisconsin is almost five times the naitonal rate. A new report using FBI statistics ranks Wisconsin in the top ten for the percentage of black murder victims . Gilman Halsted has details.
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01/31/12
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NRA encourages wolf hunts
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A hearing will be held this week on whether to set up a regulated hunting and trapping season for grey wolves in Wisconsin. Chuck Quirmbach reports that the National Rifle Association has been encouraging more states to begin shooting wolves.
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01/31/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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National Guard now on the Joint Chiefs of Staff
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A General representing The National Guard has been given a place on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. As WPR's Noah Ovshinsky reports, the move is being applauded by the Guard here in Wisconsin.
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Northern Illinois nuclear plant has problems
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Another nuclear power plant close to Wisconsin is having problems. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/31/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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LEAF program marks ten years of forestry education in Wisconsin
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A program that helps educate young people about forestry and the value of woodlands is celebrating its tenth birthday this week. As Glen Moberg reports, the LEAF program is a collaboration between UW Stevens Point, the DNR, and Wisconsin public school districts.
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Donna Seidel challenges Pam Galloway in senate recall
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Assembly Minority Leader Donna Seidel of Wausau says she is challenging freshman Republican State Senator Pam Galloway in what promises to be a closely-watched and hard-fought recall election. Glen Moberg reports.
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Entries submitted for Governor's Business plan contest
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Yesterday was the deadline for entries into the Governor's Business plan contest. The competition is run by an independent non-profit that says past finalists have a good track record of staying solvent. Patty Murray reports.
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Minor earthquake felt in Wisconsin
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No one was injured, and nothing was damaged, by a minor earthquake that was felt in southeast Wisconsin last night. Terry Bell reports.
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Domestic violence victims want information redacted from published recall petitions
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The Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence says there's legal precedent for redacting victims home addresses from petitions seeking the recall of Governor Scott Walker before publicly posting the signatures on line. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/31/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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School district considering change to four-day week
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A school district in western Wisconsin is considering shortening its school week. If the school board and the state approve the plan, the Blair-Taylor School District would be the first school in the state to implement a four-day week.
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01/31/12
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Challenge to state Senator Van Wanggaard in recall
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Democrat John Lehman says he will run against Republican state Senator Van Wanggaard in a recall election.
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Wisconsin elderly, disabled among those learning about new ID requirement
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Wisconsin's Government Accountability Board is working to educate people about the state's new voter ID law. Employees are travelling around the state answering questions about the law, and are especially targeting the elderly or disabled. Patty Murray reports.
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Call for less partisanship in Wisconsin's redistricting process
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A UW Madison political scientist is urging state legisaltors to take partisan ship out of the state's redistricting process to avoid costly and time consuming lawsuits. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/30/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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Federal grant helps Wisconsin apprenticeship program
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A federal grant is helping to pay for a new apprenticeship program at Northeastern Wisconsin's Technical College. It's aimed at getting more trained welders and other workers into area factories. Patty Murray reports.
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Salvation Army reports successful Wisconsin Red Kettle Campaign
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The Salvation Army in Wisconsin saw a six percent increase in red kettle donations last year after a stagnant 2009 and 2010. Rich Kremer reports.
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Updated climate guide shows Wisconsin warming slightly
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There's an updated climate guide which helps gardeners decide what plants will thrive in their area. Wisconsin is part of a national, northward warming trend. Shamane Mills reports.
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01/30/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Increased demand for whey
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Worldwide Cheese sales remain relatively flat with yearly growth of around one to two percent. That's discouraging news for Wisconsin's cheese makers. But as WPR's Noah Ovshinsky reports, companies are improving their bottom lines by selling a product they once discarded.
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Farm economists predict less profit in 2012
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Wisconsin farm economists say 2012 won't likely be as profitable as 2011. Steve Roisum reports.
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Colleges and Universities prepare students for new voter ID law
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Wisconsin's colleges and universities are preparing students for the new Voter ID law. Maureen McCollum reports.
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01/30/12
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Physically challenged athletes compete in first-ever U.S. Paralympics in Cable
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The 2012 International Paralympic Nordic Skiing World Cup is wrapping up in Cable this afternoon, bringing the world to the Northland with some very special competitors. Lucy Roberts reports.
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Wisconsin assembly passes contentious mining bill
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There was a clash of cultures in the State Assembly yesterday as Republican lawmakers passed a major rewrite to Wisconsin's mining laws. As Shawn Johnson reports, the vote came over the objections of Native Americans who say it would hurt land that's sacred to them.
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01/27/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Milwaukee County DA files charges against two former Walker aides
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The Milwaukee County District Attorney has filed criminal charges against two former aides to Governor Scott Walker who worked for him when he was Milwaukee County Executive. As Shawn Johnson reports, prosecutors say they used their county jobs to do campaign work.
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01/27/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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La Crosse small business owners react to governor's call for hiring
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In last night's State of the State address, Governor Scott Walker urged small business owners to consider hiring at least one more employee this year to help get more people working. Maureen McCollum talked with La Crosse business owners to get their reaction.
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01/27/12
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US Senate candidate Mark Neumann says his campaign is gathering momentum
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Former Republican US Congressman Mark Neumann says his campaign to win the US Senate seat now held by Democrat Herb Kohl is gaining steam. Neumann held news conferences in Madison and Waukesha yesterday to talk about his plans to cut federal spending. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/27/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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Pierick seeks dismissal of charges
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The domestic partner of one of Scott Walker's former advisors is trying to have child enticement charges against him dropped. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/27/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Marquette poll didn't ask Doe questions
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A poll released this week showing Scott Walker ahead of potential Democratic challengers in a race for Governor did not ask questions about the ongoing John Doe investigation from Walker's days as Milwaukee County executive. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/27/12
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Governor Walker hits the road to promote his agenda
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Governor Walker took the themes of his State of the State address on the road this morning. The governor made an early stop in Stanley to talk about reading, eliminating government waste, and creating jobs. Rich Kremer reports.
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Strong views on both sides of mining bill weigh in before state Assembly vote
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The State Assembly is poised to pass a major rewrite of Wisconsin's mining laws later today. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/27/12
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Some municipalities get more workers to contribute to pension and health costs
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Contracts pushed through before the state's restrictions on collective bargaining are
getting tweaked, making them similar to what the law intended: getting workers to contribute to pension and health costs. Shamane Mills reports.
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01/27/12
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Walker says he's not the subject of widening John Doe investigation
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Governor Scott Walker says he's confident he is not the subject of a widening John Doe investigation into aides who worked for him when he was Milwaukee County Executive. But Democrats say recent complaints raise more questions about Walker's involvement. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/27/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Arrest of Native drummer called desecration of prayer
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A brief arrest of a Native American ceremonial drummer who was escorted out of the State Capital building yesterday is causing reverberations through tribal communities. They say it's the same as arresting a clergy who was in prayer. Mike Simonson reports.
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01/27/12
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Milwaukee residents encouraged to do Craigslist transactions at police stations
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Milwaukee residents doing business on Craigslist are encouraged to conduct their transactions at the nearest police station. Terry Bell explains.
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Mississippi River traffic down from 2010
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Mississippi River traffic was slightly down last year compared to 2010. Maureen McCollum has more.
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01/27/12
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Republican Ray Boland announces run for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District
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Republican Ray Boland has formally announced he's running for Congress in western Wisconsin's 3rd District. It's a seat currently held by Democrat Ron Kind. Maureen McCollum has more.
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01/27/12
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HUD Secretary asked about poverty
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HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan was in WIsconsin yesterday, promoting the Obama Administration. But Chuck Quirmbach reports that Donovan also heard concerns about the President's record.
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01/27/12
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Gov Walker cites progress; opponents say Wisconsin not recovering
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Governor Scott Walker used his second State of the State address last night to give his take on a tumultuous first year in office, telling people his policies had turned things around in Wisconsin. Walker spoke against a backdrop never before seen in Wisconsin, facing a likely recall election later this year. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/26/12
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Homelessness a growing problem in Wisconsin
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Wisconsin plans to count the number of homeless people living in the state Wednesday. Rich Kremer reports, new results from the last count show homelessness on the rise.
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Wisconsin DNR Board debates frac sand mines
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The fast growth of frac sand mines in Wisconsin prompted some concerns at the DNR Board yesterday. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/26/12
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Plan to increase penalties for multiple acts of domestic violence in Wisconsin
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A brutal murder of two women and two children in 2009 has trigerred a proposal to increase penalties for people who commit multiple acts of domestic violence. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/26/12
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Effort to remove "mental retardation" from official Wisconsin documents
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In 2010, the U.S. government took the words "mental retardation" out of federal documents. That phrase still shows up in Wisconsin's official lexicon. There's an effort to replace it with the term "intellectual disability." Shamane Mills reports.
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01/26/12
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Wisconsin DNR will try to boost American marten population
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The state will take more steps to try to boost the population of the only endangered mammal in Wisconsin. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/26/12
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Advisory question coming on Sandhill Crane hunt
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A group that advises the Wisconsin DNR on hunting and fishing will soon ask for your opinion on hunting sandhill cranes. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/26/12
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DNR to ask public about trail cameras
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The DNR will be asking your advice about allowing trail cameras on
state-managed public hunting lands. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/26/12
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State of the State 2012 Q & A
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Governor Walker stayed on-message in his State of the State address Wednesday night, and offered limited signs he'll reach across the political aisle this year. That's according to Amber Wichowski. She's a political scientist at Marquette University in Milwaukee, who shared her analysis with Wisconsin Pubilc Radio's Terry Bell.
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2011 record year for Wisconsin farm incomes
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2011 was a record year for farm incomes in Wisconsin. Steve Roisum reports.
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Republican and Democrat for Congress like Obama help for rural colleges, broadband
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Rural areas of Wisconsin would benefit from proposals by President Obama in his State of the Union address. That from the two people squaring off for northern Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District seat. Mike Simonson reports.
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01/26/12
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Freshman Republican says in spite of threats, he's running again
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A freshman northern Wisconsin Republican Assemblyman says he'll run for a second term, in spite of threats to boycott his business. Mike Simonson reports.
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01/26/12
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Mining bill moves forward
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The full state Assembly is scheduled to debate a major rewrite of Wisconsin's mining laws tomorrow after it cleared a committee yesterday. As Shawn Johnson reports, the final product isn't likely to satisfy Wisconsin's tribal leaders.
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01/25/12
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Watchdog groups says Walker received majority of campaign funds from out-of-state
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Governor Scott Walker received more than 60-percent of his campaign funds from out-of-state donors in the most recent reporting period according to an analysis by a government watchdog group. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/25/12
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Labor groups say GE pays no Wisconsin corporate income tax
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Labor-supported groups are turning their spotlight towards General Electric, accusing GE of not paying its fair share of taxes in Wisconsin. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/25/12
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Eau Claire County ordered to pay back extra pension payments
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A judge has ordered the Eau Claire County's Sheriff and Treasurer be reimbursed for increased pension payments required under the state's budget repair bill. As Rich Kremer reports if the ruling holds, the case could set a statewide precedent.
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US Supreme Court ruling on GPS could effect pending Wisconsin case
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This weeks ruling from the US Supreme Court on how police can use GPS devices to track criminal supects could have an impact on a case pending before the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/25/12
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Catholic hospitals and schools prepare opposition to upcoming health care changes
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More than three dozen Catholic hospitals and hundreds of Catholic schools in Wisconsin may have to offer health insurance covering birth control. The Obama Administration is refusing to exempt religious organizations from health reform rules. Shamane Mills reports
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01/25/12
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US Senate approves Wisconsin-Minnesota bridge proposal
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The US Senate has approved a controversial bridge proposal design that would cross the federally protected St. Croix River. As Rich Kremer.
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New poll shows slightly more voters approve of Walker's job than disapprove
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A new poll by Marquette Law School shows that slightly more Wisconsin voters approve of the job Republican Governor Scott Walker is doing than disapprove. Kristen Durst reports.
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01/25/12
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Waukesha still looking for water purchase deal
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Waukesha says it's still looking to buy water from a water utility along Lake Michigan. Chuck Quirmbach has this update on Waukesha's potentially land-mark Great Lakes diversion request.
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01/25/12
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Judge grants both more time to review recall petitions and more time to challenge them
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A Dane County Judge has granted the state's elections agency more time to review petitions to recall Governor Scott Walker and granted Walker's campaign more time to challenge them. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/25/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Freshman State Representative to be challenged by Rice Lake businessman
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A state assembly district that went Republican after more than a quarter century of Democratic control, will have a Democratic challenger. Mike Simonson reports.
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01/25/12
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Wisconsin schools hope to drop parts of No Child Left Behind law
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The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is seeking a waiver from some provisions of the federal No Child Left Behind law.
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01/25/12
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by Kristen Durst
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Antigo school drug charges called a community "teaching moment"
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People in the small city of Antigo are struggling with the news that a respected high school principal and football coach is facing drug charges. As Glen Moberg reports, five school district employees have now been suspended.
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Democrats and Republicans jockey over credit and blame for Wisconsin's economy
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As the full legislature returns to Madison this week, Republicans and Democrats are jockeying over who can take credit and blame for the state of Wisconsin's economy. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/24/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Moderate? Thompson disagrees with some Walker changes
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In Milwaukee, a more moderate Tommy Thompson said he'd have done some things differently than Scott Walker has over the past year. Chuck Quirmbach reports the remarks from the Republican Senate candidate pleased some Democrats.
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01/24/12
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Former Walker aide's legal woes continue
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Former Scott Walker aide Tim Russell has lost a bid to have charges against him reduced, and could be headed for trial. Chuck Quirmbach reports on the latest action stemming from a John Doe investigation in Milwaukee County.
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01/24/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Wisconsin 2011 home sales improve over 2010 while home prices fall
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Wisconsin home sales were up slightly last year compared to 2010 but home prices were down. Rich Kremer reports.
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Green Bay ready to move ahead with downtown redevelopment
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Green Bay is ready to move ahead with a demolition project that will open the city's downtown to some major new developments. Patty Murray reports.
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Assembly Dems propose observance of Reproductive Rights Awareness Week
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Some Assembly democrats want Wisconsin to be part of a nationwide effort to resist laws that women say harm their health and reproductive rights. Shamane Mills reports.
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01/24/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Harley had a good year in 2011
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Motorcycle-maker Harley Davidson had a good year in 2011. The Wisconson company is selling more motorcycles and related products. Patty Murray reports.
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Pro-Walker rally sets themes for campaign
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Some of the political messages at the pro-Scott Walker rally in Walker's home city of Wauwatosa over the weekend may be ones you'd hear again during a recall election campaign. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/23/12
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Wisconsin Democrats say GOP is assaulting public health programs
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Top Democrats say Governor Walker and Republican legislators have unleashed an assault on public health programs in the state. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/23/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Madison area group to support northern Wisconsin anti-mining effort
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A grassroots group calling itself "Madison for the Penokees" will hold a demonstration Wednesday (1/25). It plans to show solidarity with anti-mining groups 300 miles to the north by protesting a proposed Assembly mining bill. Mike Simonson reports.
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01/23/12
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Bipartisan bills to help match military vets with jobs make progress
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State lawmakers from both parties are finding some rare common ground in Madison. They're coming together on legislation that would make it easier for military veterans to transfer their job skills to the civilian market. Patty Murray reports.
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National Democrats eye Wisconsin's eighth Congressional District as opportunity
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National Democrats say the race for Wisconsin's eighth Congressional District is among the most competitive in the country. Patty Murray reports.
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Vietnam veterans group collecting photos of Wisconsin's Vietnam fallen
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A Vietnam war veterans organization is collecting photos of all the men and women whose names appear on the Memorial Wall in Washington DC. They're hoping families or freinds of Wisconsin's Vietnam war fallen can help. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/23/12
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Annual ski jump tournament in Westby is set to go
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An annual ski jumping tournament in Westby is on track this year, despite some unseasonal weather. Maureen McCollum reports.
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01/23/12
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Judge delays decision on voter ID law until March at earliest
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A Dane County judge has delayed any decisions in a lawsuit against Wisconsin's new voter ID law until March at the earliest. Shawn Johnson reports.
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01/20/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Republican bill to undo Wisconsin Supreme Court's controversial lead paint decision
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Republican lawmakers are moving to retroactively undo the state Supreme Court's controversial lead paint decision. As Shawn Johnson reports, it could affect scores of ongoing lawsuits against paint manufacturers in the process.
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01/20/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Walker says education changes are coming to Wisconsin
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Governor Walker told state school board members yesterday that a three-part education package is coming to the Legislature. Chuck Quirmbach reports the Governor's announcement is drawing questions and concerns.
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01/20/12
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Wisconsin loses jobs as unemployment rate drops
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Wisconsin has lost jobs for the sixth straight month. And, the state's unemployment rate has fallen to 7.1 percent. Rich Kremer reports.
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Republicans begin checking recall petitions for potential challenges
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Wisconsin Republicans are getting ready to challenge recall petitions. Maureen McCollum reports on how the effort is shaping up in La Crosse.
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01/20/12
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Bipartisan bill would allow prescription drugs to be sold below cost
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A business practice now illegal in Wisconsin could be allowed under a legislative proposal intended to lower drug costs. The bipartisan bill would allow prescriptions to be sold below cost. Shamane Mills reports.
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01/20/12
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State agriculture secretary returns from Vietnam visit
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Wisconsin's agriculture secretary recently returned from a trade visit to Vietnam. He says the country offers potential for Wisconsin exporters. Steve Roisum Reports.
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Saturday rally to support governor Walker
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Democrats made big news this week when they filed perhaps one million recall signatures against Governor Scott Walker. Saturday, more than one-thousand Republicans may attend a rally supporting the Governor. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/20/12
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Former Calumet county DA asks state Supreme Court to throw out sexual harassment charge
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The former District attorney of Calumet county is asking the the state Supreme Court to throw out a sexual harassment ethics charge against him. Ken Kratz says state regulators already dismissed the charges once. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/20/12
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Brewers star Ryan Braun begins appeal after failing drug test
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Ryan Braun's appeal is underway. The Milwaukee Brewers star and National League Most Valuable Player is suspected by Major League Baseball of using performance-
enhancing drugs. Terry Bell reports.
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Dave Obey lobbies Herb Kohl and Tom Barrett, could run himslef
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A longserving former Democratic lawmaker is personally lobbying Senator Herb Kohl and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to run against Governor Scott Walker. As Glen Moberg reports, Dave Obey hasn't ruled out running himself.
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Handful of Dems interested in challenging Gov Walker in recall election
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A day after organizers turned in more than a million signatures in an effort to recall Governor Scott Walker, one Democrat entered the race for Governor and several others hinted that announcements would be coming soon. As Shawn Johnson reports, the moves set up a likely Democratic primary.
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01/19/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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Falk hopes to boost poll numbers in bid for governor
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Kathleen Falk's entry into the Governor recall race comes amid some relatively weak polling numbers for the former Dane County Executive. But a Falk consultant says those numbers can rise. Chuck Quirmbach reports.
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01/19/12
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by Chuck Quirmbach
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Walker decides not to set up a Wisconsin health exchange
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The Obama Administration is out with a report showing 28 states are making progress setting up online marketplaces to buy health insurance. But Wednesday Wisconsin's governor said he will not implement a state health exchange. Shamane Mills reports.
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01/19/12
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by Shamane Mills
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Lieutenant Gov Kleefisch responds to recall effort
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Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch says she's excitied about the opportunity to defend governor Scott Walker's budget reforms in a recall election that targets both her and the governor. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/19/12
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by Gilman Halsted
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Proposed law aims to control corporate spending on political campaigns
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Two democrats in the state legislatures are pushing a new law aimed at controlling how much corporations spend on political campaigns . They say a new report comparing lobbying expenditures to corporate taxes highlights the need for reform. Gilman Halsted reports.
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01/19/12
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19th century Apostle Islands lighthouses set for major restoration work
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The National Park Service's largest and oldest collection of lighthouses is due to get a major face lift. Five of the six light stations in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore will undergo some restoration. Mike Simonson reports.
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01/19/12
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by Mike Simonson
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Former Dane County Exec Kathleen Falk enters recall election
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Former Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk says she will run in a recall election against Republican Governor Scott Walker. As Shawn Johnson reports, the move sets up a likely primary among Democrats.
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01/19/12
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by Shawn Johnson
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