A health study done by a Wisconsin researcher says many immigrants may face inadequate medical care, because of language barriers. But some health facilities, here and elsewhere, are working to add more bilingual staff and reduce errors based on miscommunication. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Wisconsin Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner is defending his decision to go slowly with an inquiry into the death of a National Guard member from Cedarburg. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Old blue jeans usually go in the trash. A Dane County community is recycling them. They're being used for insulation in a new library built in Cross Plains. It's one way the building is achieving so-called "green" status; a national certification that aims to make structures environmentally friendly. Shamane Mills reports…

A new breakdown of several key demographics in each state shows Wisconsin is as average as they come. Shawn Johnson reports…

The Potowatomi tribe is investing some of its casino profits in alternative fuels and biotechnology. The tribe's 12-year-old business development corporation has doubled its asset value in the past year. Gil Halsted reports…

An experiment using biodiesel fuel is underway in Northwest Wisconsin. The fuel is being used in all county vehicles in Barron Counties. The region is home to a farmer who is growing crops to produce his own biodiesel. Mary Jo Wagner has more…

A Madison refugee-services organization was recently recognized by the state for its years of helping refugees adapt to life in Wisconsin. Brian Bull reports…

The Wisconsin attorney general’s office says that methamphetamine use and trafficking is down in the state. But officials are still troubled by high rates of meth production and usage on Indian reservations. Brian Bull reports…

The Milwaukee Brewers baseball team is one of the latest businesses to boost its marketing to Wisconsin's growing Latino population. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Catch rates for lake trout are among the highest in 40 years in Lake Superior. While lake trout continue a slow comeback there, other Great Lakes are struggling to bring that native fish back. Mike Simonson reports from Superior…

A renowned language camp in northern Minnesota is now offering Arabic for the first time. John Helgeson reports…

Air Venture, going on this week at Whittman Field in Oshkosh, features about 2,500 aircraft on display including home-builts, antiques and classics, and warbirds, military planes from World War II and more recent wars. John Powell talked with the pilot of a World War II fighter…

Lion tamers, bearded ladies, daring young men on the flying trapeze, and other circus icons have all but disappeared from the mainstream American experience. Today’s youth are spending more time and money in arcades and water parks rather than the Big Top. The Wisconsin Historical Society, which oversees the Circus World Museum in Baraboo, is taking steps to win back crowds as it faces its lowest attendance numbers, ever. Brian Bull prepared this report…

A new analysis of the two campaigns for governor shows that the majority of their funding came from donors who gave them a thousand dollars or more. It also shows that out-of-state donors are playing a major role in Governor Jim Doyle's campaign. Shawn Johnson reports…

The Madison hospital where a teenager died during childbirth because of an error by a nurse has come up with suggested ways to prevent similar mistakes. Shamane Mills reports…

Wisconsin's largest brewing company is planning to spend tens of millions of dollars to upgrade its Milwaukee facility. State taxpayers will lend Miller Brewing a hand. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

The Experimental Aircraft Association's Air Venture in Oshkosh is the biggest annual aviation event in the country. It's expected to attract 700,000 visitors, and about 2,500 aircraft are on display. Many of those are homebuilt aircraft, as John Powell reports…

A die-off of largemouth bass in the Mississippi River following a fishing tournament in La Crosse this month has a national tournament organizer concerned. Micah Schweizer has more…

The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is heading north. UW-O is opening a permanent set of classrooms in Green Bay which will house its MBA program. Patty Murray reports…

Members of the Service Employees International Union want the state to reject a $2 million contract proposal from one of the largest janitorial companies in the state. After a loud protest rally outside the State Department of Administration building in Madison Wednesday, union members were granted a meeting with the director of state facilities to discuss their concerns about the company's alleged anti-union activiites. Reporter Gil Halsted was there…

The federal government is telling states to take the ball and run when it comes to health care reform. Russ Feingold and Tammy Baldwin are sponsoring similar, but different bills in Congress. Each would allow states to come up with plans for universal coverage. And while skeptics remain, Wisconsin lawmakers are considering three proposals. Only one provides health care to all. Shamane Mills reports…

A federal judge recently struck down a law in Maryland that would have forced major employers like Wal-Mart to kick in more money for their employees' health insurance. But a Madison lawmaker says she still plans to pursue the idea in Wisconsin. Shawn Johnson reports…

A national legal group says that President Bush is disregarding the constitution by ignoring certain provisions in bills he signs. John Helgeson reports…

The City of De Pere broke ground on a $22 million bridge project Wednesday. The new bridge will span the Fox River and eventually make it easier to get from one side of town to the other. In the meantime, drivers and business owners are gearing up for a construction project that will take more than a year to finish. Patty Murray reports…

The lingering hot spell has the state's corn farmers wondering what to do with their crops. One agricultural expert says "wait." Brian Bull explains…

One of the pilots participating in the daily air shows at Air Venture in Oshkosh this week had an unusual experience two months ago. He had to bail out of a damaged plane. John Powell has more…

Federal wildlife officials have released a plan to create protected areas for an endangered dragonfly. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

The fighting in south Lebanon is stirring strong emotions among some Lebanese immigrants in the Madison area. They believe the Israeli bombing is creating more supporters for Hezbollah, and not improving Israel's security. Gil Halsted reports…

Dane County communities are hoping to provide quicker paramedic service by ignoring boundaries. Now the closest ambulance will respond during emergencies, regardless of where they occur. Shamane Mills reports…

Recent downpours across Wisconsin aren't having quite the effect farmers and wildlife officials would like. Brian Bull has more…

The Great Lakes shipping fleet is close to being maxed out. In fact, cargo ships out of service for years are being made ready to sail again. Mike Simonson has the story…

The Experimental Aircraft Association's annual Air Venture is going on this week at Whitmann Field in Oshkosh. The event could draw as many as 700,000 visitors, making it the largest annual aviation event in the country and the biggest annual event of any kind in Wisconsin. John Powell has more…

Governor Jim Doyle's campaign is using just its second TV ad to attack Republican challenger Mark Green for his stance on stem cell research. As Shawn Johnson reports, Green's campaign calls the ad despicable…

A small coalition of people with ties to the Middle East is urging Senator Russ Feingold and others to boost peace efforts between Israel and fighters from the militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

The DNR says it's official: Zebra mussels are living in Marinette County's largest inland lake. 71 Wisconsin lakes are now home to the invasive species. A state-sponsored campaign is meant to slow the spread of invasives, and its coordinator says boaters can protect lakes by taking a few minutes to inspect their boats. Patty Murray reports…

Some states have considered limiting access to crowded emergergency rooms by providing care only to citizens, and not to undocumented immigrants. But one study of ER use around the country shows communities with a lot of uninsured or immigrant residents actually have lower rates of usage. The study by a nonprofit national group called Health System Change says the people most likely to be in the waiting room may be the elderly. Wisconsin hospital officials say that also holds true for Wisconsin. Shamane Mills reports…

As of Sunday evening, around 625 dead largemouth bass had been retrieved from the Mississippi River after a La Crosse-area fishing tournament two weeks ago. Micah Schweizer reports…

With months to go before Election Day, polls on Wisconsin's gubernatorial race have portrayed either a neck-and-neck contest or suggested a solid lead for Governor Jim Doyle. A University of Wisconsin expert says the differences likely stem from who's being surveyed. Shawn Johnson reports…

A poll shows a majority of American think those leading unhealthy lifestyles should have higher insurance premiums. Usually, the increased medical risk due to behaviors like smoking is tacked on to everyone's bill. Dividing up the cost fairly can be difficult, as at least one Wisconsin company found out. Shamane Mills reports…

Ohio has just become the fourth state to introduce legislation banning the mandatory implantation of microchips in someone's body to track their movements. In June, Wisconsin became the first state to pass such a law. Gil Halsted reports…

Some experts say grape and wine production in Wisconsin could benefit from global warming, but changes may be so subtle as to be nearly imperceptible for decades. Sandra Harris reports…

A new report suggests inflation has hit road builders much harder than other industries. The result is that lawmakers and the governor will have their work cut out for them to fund the state's highway budget the next couple decades. Shawn Johnson reports…

Hundreds of thousands of airplane enthusiasts will descend on Oshkosh this week. The Experimental Aircraft Association is hosting its annual fly-in. Big attractions this year include rare vintage warplanes and some of the newest technology that may help return humans to the moon. Patty Murray reports…

Opponents of Wisconsin's proposed constitutional amendment banning gay marriage say they're encouraged by this week's defeat of a federal gay marriage ban in Congress. But supporters say politicians in Washington are out of touch with public opinion on the issue. Gil Halsted reports…

Another voter registration effort was scheduled for last Saturday in Latino neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Immigrants rights groups are trying to turn this spring's marches into political action this fall. But that may be easier said than done. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

A controversial UW-Madison instructor who claims the government carried out the 9-11 attacks says he may soon teach a course on his theory. Brian Bull reports…

A year and half long study comparing how often women of different ethnic groups get tested for breast cancer shows Hispanic women are most likely to avoid a mammogram. Shamane Mills reports…

The first concentrated effort to excavate the bones of an elk that could be 10,000 years old was a rousing success last weekend. The so-called "Silver Beach Elk" was found completely intact and is considered a rare opportunity to glimpse the life of Wisconsin's first inhabitants. Mike Simonson reports from Superior…

Democratic Governor Jim Doyle's campaign has two million dollars more in the bank than Republican opponent Mark Green. Shawn Johnson reports…

A Wisconsin doctor says language barriers are contributing to some medical mistakes, some of which he says could be avoided with more interpreters and money to pay them. Shamane Mills reports…

The recent charges against a group of U.S. soldiers for the the rape and murder of a young Iraqi girl have gotten wide news coverage. But little attention has been paid to more than 500 female soldiers who claim they were raped since the war in Iraq began. Gil Halsted reports…

Emergency forest fire regulations are in place in northern and west central Wisconsin, as the driest conditions in almost 30 years raise the fear of wildfires. Mike Simonson reports from Superior…

The U.S. Senate has authorized building new locks on the upper Mississippi and Illinois rivers. Sandra Harris reports…

Some people who live in Wisconsin near the Illinois border say they're fearing for their ash trees, after two discoveries in the Chicago area of an invasive pest called the Emerald Ash Borer. But the federal government is stepping in with more money to try to keep the insect out of Wisconsin. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Three bucket helicopters and four water scooping bombers are part of an arsenal fighting the forest fire near the Gunflint Trail and Canadian border, covering about 22,000 acres. Although no evacuations have been ordered, several campers are leaving the remote area. Trisha Marczak is at the fire command at the end of the Gunflint Trail, and files this report…

Two researchers at UW-Oshkosh are developing a new way of forecasting hurricanes. They hope the new model will eventually give more accurate information about the path and intensity of an impending storm. Patty Murray reports…

About 75 gas-electric hybrid vehicles are expected in Madison this Saturday for an event that's being called HybridFest. Organizers include clubs of hybrid owners who sometimes develop a kinship, as members learn how to get their fuel-efficent vehicles even more miles per gallon. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

President Bush's veto of controversial stem cell legislation yesterday prompted markedly different responses from the two candidates for Wisconsin governor. Shawn Johnson reports.…

The role of the media took center stage Wednesday in a hearing on Steven Avery's trial for the rape and murder of Theresa Halbach. Gil Halsted reports from Manitowoc…

A civic journalism workshop in Stevens Point generated some innovative solutions to Wisconsin's financial problems. Glen Moberg attended the We the People session Wednesday and filed this report…

Those who show up at Wisconsin polls expecting to register the same day they vote will have to provide the number on their driver's license. If they don't have a valid license, they do have other options that will allow them to vote. That decision was made by the state elections board. It's a compromise intended to prevent a possible federal lawsuit under the Help America Vote Act. Shamane Mills reports…

The National Socialist Movement still plans to stage an anti-immigration rally in Madison next month. The Nazi group from Minneapolis will gather at the state Capitol building on August 26th. Now a counter-demonstration is being planned. Brian Bull reports…

Wisconsin agriculture is feeling the effects of high temperatures and little rainfall. In response, Governor Jim Doyle issued an executive order Wednesday declaring a state of emergency. Micah Schweizer has more…

A proposed wind farm that could financially power the spread of religious messages got a review Wednesday in northeastern Wisconsin. It's also triggering some questions from an alternative energy organization. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

The author of a new report on Governor Jim Doyle's re-election fundraising efforts says voters should be worried about the increase in tribal gaming money pouring into the governor's campaign war chest. Gil Halsted reports…

The U.S. Senate will be debating the Water Resources Development Act already passed by the House. A vote is expected Wednesday on the bill that includes nearly $2 billion for lock and dam improvements. Sandra Harris reports…

A hard-hit paper industry will mean hard times for the tax base in some communities. Officials in one central Wisconsin city are asking for help from the state Legislature. Glen Moberg reports…

It's hard enough for third party candiates to get on the ballot. But once they're on, it's even harder for them to get the big endorsements they need to get their message out to the voters. Gil Halsted reports on the dilemma facing a Green party candidate running for state Senate…

Republican state lawmakers may be getting ready for an unprecedented step against a protected species in Wisconsin. The legislators may suspend safeguards for the Butler's Garter snake. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Georgia Pacific is backing off a proposal to dump contaminated river sediment in a landfill it owns in Green Bay. The company says local opposition led to the decision. But clean-up of the Fox River remains on schedule, and the DNR says the PCB's will have to go somewhere. Patty Murray reports…

The University of Wisconsin Survey Center's Badger Poll shows the President suffering low marks on many issues, except for terrorism. Some political experts say capitalizing on this strong point may help GOP candidates score in the looming fall elections. Brian Bull reports…

A medical equipment company which makes radiation machines to fight cancer is expanding with the state's help. The technology used by the Dane County business is described by one doctor as "revolutionary." And as Shamane Mills reports, recovered patients are also singing the praises of a company known as TomoTherapy…

The USDA says corn prices have reached 10 year highs, which should be a boon to farmers across the Midwest. But some agricultural advocates are cautious about the news. Brian Bull reports…

The campaign for Wisconsin's governor is heating up along with the summertime temperatures. Yesterday, veterans' benefits became an issue in the race between Republican Mark Green and Democratic incumbent Jim Doyle. We begin with a look at what Green is calling his "veterans agenda." Patty Murray reports…

This is Gil Halsted. Governor Doyle's campaign had a quick response to his opponent's attack on his record of supporting veterans…

Wisconsin's governor, along with a family whose child has juvenile diabetes, made a plea yesterday for the U.S. Senate to approve a bill to allow more federal funding and more embryos for stem cell research. Sandra Harris reports…

Whether embryonic stem cell researchers in Madison and elsewhere get more federal government funding depends on a Senate vote Tuesday and whether President Bush carries through with a promise to veto the bill the scientific community has pushed for. Some political observers say this first veto would solidify a conservative base that has sometimes perceived the President as defying other conservative principles. Shamane Mills reports…

Governor Jim Doyle says Friday's state Supreme Court decision in favor of Indian gaming won't mean an expansion of gambling. Last week's decision hands a political win to Doyle, who support additional games within casinos. Micah Schweizer reports…

The heat index popped thermometers state-wide this weekend, with many areas reaching into the hundreds-range. A utilities official says for all the scorching, muggy weather, the electrical system held up just fine. Brian Bull has more…

Insect experts in the Midwest are declaring victory against a beetle that could have damaged Wisconsin maple trees. Scientists say the knowledge gained in the fight could be helpful when taking on another invasive pest just a few miles away in Illinois. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

In the 1980s, Wisconsin reigned as the world’s ginseng capital. Herbal medicine buffs prized the state’s "man roots" for their potency, and farmers raked in an average of $125 million a year. But stiff competition from Canadian and Chinese growers -- paired with trademark piracy -- has diminished the Badger State’s standing. Now Wisconsin farmers are hoping to reclaim the glory days of ginseng. Brian Bull reports…

Native American tribes are breathing a sigh of relief following a state Supreme Court ruling released July 14 reaffirming the legality of Wisconsin's tribal casinos. Gil Halsted reports…

More than 2,100 Wisconsin residents have signed up to become disaster volunteers for the Red Cross since Hurricanes Katrina and Rita pounded the Gulf Coast last year. Shawn Johnson reports…

Some western Wisconsin lawmakers with districts near the Mississippi River say the state's public trust doctrine trumps a U.S. Fish and Wildlife plan for refuge lands, but it may take a court of law to decide that. Sandra Harris reports…

According to a list submitted the federal Department of Homeland Security, emergency management officials consider Wisconsin to have more terrorist targets than all other states but Indiana. Both Midwestern states are especially concerned about protecting agricultural assets, reporting 77 times more farming-related sites than Minnesota or Illinois…

A former primate research assistant in Madison is hoping to establish a retirement home for test monkeys. Brian Bull reports…

Vietnam War veterans will meet in Sheboygan this weekend to dedicate a new memorial. It's in honor of Hmong soldiers who fought in what's come to be known as the "Secret War." The Hmong were enlisted to help Americans fight the North Vietnamese. Patty Murray reports…

A regional Nazi group will weigh in on the immigration debate next month with a rally staged at the state Capitol. Brian Bull reports…

A recent national report says the increase in the prison population highlights the need for new ethical guidelines for researchers who use prisoners as human subjects. Gil Halsted reports…

A bankrupt paper mill in northern Wisconsin will be re-opened, supplying some 600 jobs for millworkers and loggers. Mike Simonson has the story…

Election reform advocates are hoping a state Supreme Court ruling yesterday will force special interest groups to reveal the names of people who contribute to funding political attack ads. Gil Halsted reports…

Historically, Native Americans smoked for ceremonial reasons. But today, chronic tobacco use is causing major health problems for many Indian communities. Brian Bull reports on an organization's efforts to promote more moderate and culturally attuned smoking…

Wisconsin and other states are urging more use of corn in ethanol production. But a leading global analyst says turning lots of corn into fuel could cause food problems in many nations. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

A Wisconsin company is using federal grant money to find out what makes carrots healthy and whether different colored carrots are better at warding off certain diseases. Shamane Mills reports…

The state Department of Health and Family Services is looking for volunteers to test private well water. It's part of a study to find out if filters designed to remove contaminants are actually working. Patty Murray reports…

The State Assembly has decided not to vote on a measure calling for the dismissal of a controversial University of Wisconsin instructor. Shawn Johnson reports…

The funeral of former Socialist Mayor Frank Zeidler was held yesterday in Milwaukee. Vanessa Neuwirth reports…

About 80 members of the the Wisconsin National Guard head for the Mexican border today. They'll be joining "Operation Jumpstart," President Bush's new initiative to curtail illegal immigration. Gil Halsted reports…

In 2000, La Crosse County was 75 percent white with a growing population of African American and Hmong residents. Its supervisor says the county is becoming as diverse as his district in the city of La Crosse and adds it's time to be proactive. Sandra Harris reports…

The Great Lakes shipping industry is stepping forward to find a way to kill invasive species hitch-hiking from foreign ports in the ballast water of ocean ships. Mike Simonson reports that ports from all Great Lakes states and provinces have signed on…

A battle is on over whether Governor Doyle should try to adjust the roadless areas in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

When tragedies like highway fatalities strike a high school, it's up to specially trained grief counselors to help classmates cope. Terry Bell reports…

President Bush says Wisconsin needs a tax-cutter and Iraq War supporter like Mark Green as governor of the state. The President spoke in Milwaukee last night at an event that raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for Green's gubernatorial campaign. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Republican Glenn Grothman has decided not to challenge Democratic U.S. Senator Herb Kohl. As Shawn Johnson reports, it leaves the state GOP without a big-name candidate to run against Kohl this November…

A state Supreme Court ruling released yesterday could make it easier for women in prison to to keep custody of their children. Gil Halsted reports…

Green Bay has the lowest prices in Wisconsin for commonly used prescription medications. That's according to a survey of drug stores conducted by the Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group. But the consumer group contends that pharmaceutical prices overall are too high and need to be reduced to make them more affordable for the uninsured. Shamane Mills reports…

With the filing deadline later today, the state Republican Party is pinning its hopes on GOP Senator Glenn Grothman to run against Democratic U.S. Senator Herb Kohl. But the party says Grothman is still making up his mind. Shawn Johnson reports…

President Bush and Republican candidate for governor Mark Green will appear together tonight at a Milwaukee fundraiser. Democrats say Green teaming with a President who has a poor approval rating will backfire in November. But others disagree. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Ethnic cleansing in Darfur province has prompted some state governments and universities to pull their money out of corporations with operations there. The UW System may follow the lead of Illinois, which is leading the charge to put financial pressure on the Sudanese government accused of committing atrocities. Shamane Mills reports…

Wisconsin Public Service is merging with a Chicago company. A major portion of the new company will be headquartered in Chicago. Beyond that, company executives say customers will still get good service. And they say the merger will help keep a lid on rate hikes. But some industry observers doubt the scenario will turn out so rosy. Patty Murray reports…

This year's gubernatorial race is getting nationwide attention because it's generally seen as a tossup between Democrat Jim Doyle and Republican Mark Green. But a lesser known Green Party candidate is also in the race. Shawn Johnson produced this report…

Supporters of efforts to improve the health of the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico say changes proposed for the farm bill could make a big difference. Sandra Harris reports…

A group of senior Democrats who have been critical of Governor Jim Doyle won't challenge their party leader in this year's election. Shawn Johnson reports…

The governor of Michigan is blocking a request from a Wisconsin community to pump water from Lake Michigan. Sarah Hulett reports for the Great Lakes Radio Consortium…

A proposed housing development in a natural area founded by Aldo Leopold is sparking debate about private property rights and environmental protection. Shamane Mills reports…

Measures banning gay marriage are now present in a large majority of the states. In November, Wisconsin citizens will vote on an amendment banning gay marriage, and the issue is a complicated one. John Helgeson reports…

Money needed to keep some army bases going is instead helping fund the war in Iraq. The diversion of dollars has caused financial hardship at some military installations. Shamane Mills reports…

People in a Minnesota community just across the Mississippi River can now use a credit card they'd normally use to pay for gasoline to cover health care. Sandra Harris reports…

Governor Jim Doyle says he wants a quarter of the state's energy to come from renewable sources by 2025. Shawn Johnson reports…

Fishermen pump several hundred million dollars into Northeastern Wisconsin's economy each year. A new economic survey examines the amount of money spent on everything from boats to bait on Lake Winnebago and surrounding waters. Patty Murray reports…

A new poll suggests most Wisconsin residents oppose using tax dollars to pay for political campaigns. But advocates of public financing say the survey asked the wrong question. Shawn Johnson reports…

A Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling backing the reduction of a large pier on a Central Wisconsin lake pleases advocates for lakes. But the decision concerns property owners. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

The widow of a Wisconsin sailor lost when the submarine U.S.S. Lagarto was sunk during World War Two says she's relieved to know the vessel has officially been identified. Eighty-six sailors died when a Japanese ship sank the Lagarto in the Gulf of Thailand in 1945. Michael Leland has more…

Plywood often has a reputation as being a lower quality product than hardwoods. But a museum exhibit opening this weekend in Laona aims to highlight the important role plywood played in World War Two. Patty Murray spoke with a veteran fighter pilot who flew a plywood plane and has this report…

A Manitowoc County judge will rule later this month on whether pre-trial publicity requires a change of venue for Stephen Avery's rape and murder trial in the death of photographer Theresa Halbach. At a hearing yesterday, the public got a preview of some of the arguments the defense and procecution will use in this highly charged trial. Gil Halsted reports…

A federal health panel is out with recommendations for a new vaccine that prevents most forms of cervical cancer. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is urging all 11 and 12-year-old girls get a series of shots. Some clinics in Wisconsin already have started stockpiling the vaccine, which could be widely available this fall once the government gives the final go-ahead. Shamane Mills reports…

State lawmakers tonight will hold a hearing on worker concerns about a health care laundry company that operates in Cudahy and Madison. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

When companies look for ways to cut their spending, costly health insurance for employees can be the first benefit to go. Governor Jim Doyle hopes to reverse that trend. He's asking health and business experts to come up with a program covering catastrophic medical bills. It's part of what's called the Healthy Wisconsin Initiative. Shamane Mills reports…

The elections board has signed off on paying more money to the firm Accenture to train poll workers on the state's new voter registration software. Shawn Johnson reports…

The artists who illustrate scientific concepts and nature are trying to raise their profile in Wisconsin. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Connections between a former Wisconsin tribal chairman and lobbyist Jack Abramoff are fueling a feud over a proposed off-reservation casino. Gil Halsted reports…

State financial officials are warning vacationers that identity thieves don’t take holidays. They hope a new service will help keep track of trends in ID theft. Patty Murray reports…

Lengthy idling of truck engines adds to both air and noise pollution. A new grant program in Wisconsin tries to encourage use of equipment that reduces truck idling. Chuck Quirmbach has the story…

Summer camps often bring together kids who share a common interest, heritage or experience. This week there's a gathering in western Wisconsin for kids whose parents are deployed overseas. Shamane Mills reports…

Interest rates are rising again. That means more people won't be able to afford to buy a home. More of them will try to rent homes. But as Terry Bell reports, rentals aren't getting any cheaper, either…

After a sharp decline a few years ago, the population of zebra mussels in the Mississippi River is on the rebound. Sandra Harris reports…

The Bush Administration is tightening welfare rules for states. No longer will bed rest or motivational reading qualify as work. Those who oversee Wisconsin's welfare to work program say the new federal rules won't result in many changes. Shamane Mills reports…

A local Madison activist says he plans to sue two university police officers for using pepper spray on him. Ben Masel was arrested last Thursday at the university's Memorial Union while gathering signatures during a hip hop concert in his bid to challenge U.S. Senator Herb Kohl in a Democratic Primary this fall. Gil Halsted reports…

Thousands of people are enjoying Wisconsin state parks at this moment. Whether or not you're one of the park-goers, a friends group of the park system is asking you to fill out an on-line survey. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Competitors from around Wisconsin converged on Campbellsport Monday. They tested their hand-gesturing skills as they vied for the title of "Rock, Paper, Scissors" Champion. Patty Murray reports…

A Wisconsin native is floating away from the North Pole at this hour, after being part of the first summertime land expedition to the Pole. The trip may add more evidence of global warming. Chuck Quirmbach reports…

Our series of special reports on "Wisconsin Musicians" is back. Today, we meet Manty Ellis; guitar virtuoso, beloved teacher, and one of the last links to Milwaukee's golden age of Jazz. Terry Bell has more…

The federal government is having trouble regulating customer service of Medicare drug plans. Private insurers are directing complaints to the government's hotline, but critics contend the government is hesistant to enforce guidelines. They say officials are more concerned about trying shore up the image of the prescription drug program than police it. Shamane Mills reports…

Those who dial 9-1-1 because of a medical emergency may not be thinking about whose ambulance will come…it’s assumed one will be there. But in Eau Claire county there’s a debate over whether the public or private sector should provide the service. Mary Jo Wagner has more…

It’s the 4th of July holiday weekend – a prime time to enjoy some barbecue and rest in your backyard. But what of those party crashers eating your plants and drinking out of the birdbath? Brian Bull reports on a few solutions…