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UPDATE: GOP Amendment Delays Debate on State Budget Until Wednesday
UPDATE: GOP Amendment Delays Debate on State Budget Until Wednesday
The State Assembly began debate of the state budget bill Tuesday, but it's a short debate. The Assembly started after 4:15 in the afternoon and said the day's debate would finish at 7.The two-year, $70More >>
Debate lasted just 15 minutes Tuesday. The Assembly decided to take a permanent recess for the day so both sides can review a Republican amendment.More >>

Home Builders Are Busy Keeping Up With Buyer Demand

Not only are homes selling faster now than they have in five years, Realtors say, they've seen more buyers with higher offers. And local builders are trying to keep up with the demand. More>>

The Packers' New Title: Landlord of the Titletown District

Packers president/CEO Mark Murphy says the opening of a Cabela's sporting goods store near Lambeau Field next month is a critical first step toward developing the Titletown district. More>>

Police Telling Drunk Drivers to Take a Seat

For decades we've seen police ask people to stand on one foot or walk the line to determine if they're intoxicated. Now, police have a new method. More>>

Funding Challenges for the Future of Beach Monitoring

Federal cutbacks may affect the future of water testing on the lakeshore -- a matter of health, environment, and economy for beachfront communities.
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Green Bay Job Fair is "Hiring Our Heroes" - UPDATED

Businesses say they want to help bring down the unemployment rate that's as high as 9.9 percent for military veterans.
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Water Detention Basin in Oshkosh Nearing Completion

Parts of Oshkosh are prone to flooding after heavy rains or spring snow melt. But relief is on the way for residences and businesses between Jackson and North Main Streets. It's a four million dollar More>>

Fox Valley Energy Center Closes

Fox Valley Energy Center in Neenah has closed, leaving 24 people without a job. More>>

Wisconsin home sales rise 18% in May

Home sales in Wisconsin continue to rise. More>>

Wis. DNR wants to increase wolf hunt limits

Wisconsin wildlife officials are asking their board to let hunters and trappers kill more wolves this year. More>>

Police Looking for Dog that Bit Person Outside Sheboygan Walgreens

The Sheboygan Police Department is asking for help finding a dog that bit someone in the parking lot of a Walgreens store. More>>

Wis. Republicans looking to curtail mine protests

Wisconsin Republicans are looking to curtail public access to an iron mine site in far northwestern Wisconsin in hopes of stopping protesters from interfering with the project. More>>

Kerry Chooses Feingold for Africa post

Sec. of State John Kerry has chosen former Sen. Russ Feingold as the new U.S. special representative for the Great Lakes region of Africa and the ongoing crisis in the Congo. More>>

NSA director says plot against Wall Street foiled

The U.S. foiled a plot to bomb the New York Stock Exchange because of the sweeping surveillance programs at the heart of a debate over national security and personal privacy, officials said Tuesday at a rare open hearing on... More>>

Waupaca Family Collects Items for OK Tornado Survivors

A Waupaca family's small gesture to help Oklahoma tornado survivors turned into a huge collection that fills their garage and a camper, and they aren't finished yet.
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US, Taliban to start talks on ending Afghan war
US, Taliban to start talks on ending Afghan war
A large bomb exploded in the Afghan capital on Tuesday, killing at least three people on the day the international military coalition hands over responsibility for fighting the Taliban insurgency to the nascent...More >>
The Taliban and the U.S. said Tuesday they will hold talks on finding a political solution to ending nearly 12 years of war in Afghanistan, as the international coalition formally handed over control of the country's...More >>
Chrysler expected to formally refuse Jeep recall
Chrysler expected to formally refuse Jeep recall
In one of the biggest-ever showdowns between an automaker and the government, Chrysler on Tuesday is expected to file papers explaining its refusal to recall 2.7 million older Jeep SUVs that are at risk of catching...More >>
In one of the biggest-ever showdowns between an automaker and the government, Chrysler on Tuesday is expected to file papers explaining its refusal to recall 2.7 million older Jeep SUVs that are at risk of catching fire in...More >>
Reputed Mafioso tip triggers new Hoffa body search
Reputed Mafioso tip triggers new Hoffa body search
Federal agents are digging up a field in suburban Detroit in search of the remains of ex-Teamsters leader Jimmy Hoffa, last seen alive when he left for lunch with two mobsters 38 years ago.More >>
The FBI saw enough merit in a reputed Mafia captain's tip to once again break out the digging equipment to search for the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, last seen alive before a lunch meeting with...More >>
Scientists: Timber Found in Lake Michigan Centuries Old
Scientists: Timber Found in Lake Michigan Centuries Old
Scientists say a wooden beam extending from the floor of northern Lake Michigan appears to have been there for centuries, an important finding as they try to determine whether it's part of the Griffin, the...More >>
Scientists say a wooden beam extending from the floor of northern Lake Michigan appears to have been there for centuries.More >>
Study raises concerns about Wisconsin's economy
Study raises concerns about Wisconsin's economy
A new study raises concerns about Wisconsin's long-term economy, in part because its larger industries sell older technologies that are being overtaken by newer advances.More >>
A new study raises concerns about Wisconsin's long-term economy, in part because it relies too heavily on industries that are now facing a decline.More >>

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Report faults UW-System education schools
Report faults UW-System education schools
A review of the nation's teacher-training programs suggests that many University of Wisconsin System education schools are of middling quality.More >>
A review of the nation's teacher-training programs suggests that many University of Wisconsin System education schools are of middling quality.More >>
News Minute: Here is the latest Wisconsin news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Wisconsin news from The Associated Press
The state Assembly has adjourned after debating the state budget for only 15 minutes. The Assembly is scheduled to resume debate at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow and vote at 5:30 p.m. Action was delayed while lawmakers waited for a...More >>
Bipartisan agreement reached to limit debate
Bipartisan agreement reached to limit debate
A bipartisan agreement has been reached with the goal of avoid all-night debate of the state budget in the Assembly.More >>
A bipartisan agreement has been reached with the goal of avoid all-night debate of the state budget in the Assembly.More >>
DNR: Man mauled by bear in Burnett County
DNR: Man mauled by bear in Burnett County
A man who was attacked by a black bear in northwestern Wisconsin is recovering at a hospital in the Twin Cities.More >>
A man who was attacked by a black bear in northwestern Wisconsin is recovering at a hospital in the Twin Cities.More >>

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Chef describes kids' grief over Jackson's death
Chef describes kids' grief over Jackson's death
A chef who worked for Michael Jackson has described the home lives of the children during the final months of the singer's life, including what she said was his daughter's last birthday party.More >>
Michael Jackson's personal chef described for jurors the home lives of the children during the final months of the singer's life and their ongoing grief over their father's death nearly four years ago.More >>
Jury can't reach verdict in Detroit cop's trial
Jury can't reach verdict in Detroit cop's trial
A judge has declared a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a verdict in the trial of a Detroit police officer who fatally shot a 7-year-old girl.More >>
A judge declared a mistrial Tuesday after jurors failed to reach a verdict in the trial of a Detroit police officer who fatally shot a 7-year-old girl during a chaotic search for a murder suspect that was recorded by a...More >>
Okla. executes inmate convicted of killing couple
Okla. executes inmate convicted of killing couple
Oklahoma has executed a 36-year-old man convicted of first-degree murder in the October 2000 stabbing deaths of a couple.More >>
Oklahoma executed a 36-year-old man on Tuesday for the October 2000 stabbing deaths of a couple on whose ranch he had worked.More >>
Radar shows tornado touched down at Denver airport
Radar shows tornado touched down at Denver airport
Denver International Airport passengers are taking shelter after a tornado was spotted in the area.More >>
Radar indicated a tornado briefly touched down Tuesday over the east runways of Denver International Airport, where thousands of people took shelter in bathrooms, stairwells and other safe spots until the dangerous weather...More >>

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Brewers: Moving Coulter to Rookie League is Not a Demotion
Brewers: Moving Coulter to Rookie League is Not a Demotion
The Milwaukee Brewers moved Clint Coulter, one of their top draft picks in 2012, from the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers to the rookie league.Normally that's seen as a demotion, but the Brewers say this wasMore >>
the Brewers say this was the plan all along for the 19-year-old catcher, who was one of their top draft picks last year.
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Desmond Bishop has Interest Beyond Minnesota
Desmond Bishop has Interest Beyond Minnesota
Linebacker Desmond Bishop was in Minnesota on Tuesday talking to the Vikings, one day after the Packers cut him.He'll work out for Vikings officials on Wednesday.But according to the NFL Network, BishopMore >>
Kansas City Chiefs general manager John Dorsey is certainly familiar with Bishop.More >>
Sources: West De Pere's Jay Tollefson Headed to UW-Oshkosh
Sources: West De Pere's Jay Tollefson Headed to UW-Oshkosh
Pat Cerroni has a new quarterback to replace All-American Nate Wara, who led UW-Oshkosh to the NCAA Division 3 semifinals last fall.According to sources, former West De Pere football star Jay TollefsonMore >>
According to sources, West De Pere's former star quarterback is transferring to the Oshkosh Titans from Northern Michigan.More >>
Bruins beat Blackhawks 2-0, lead Cup finals 2-1
Bruins beat Blackhawks 2-0, lead Cup finals 2-1
The Chicago Blackhawks suffered a key loss moments before a scoreless first period of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals when Marian Hossa was scratched from the lineup after being hit by a puck during warm-ups on...More >>
Tuukka Rask watched most of the action at the other end of the ice. And when the Blackhawks did make a late charge, he was ready.More >>

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Chrysler agrees to recall of Jeeps at risk of fire
Chrysler agrees to recall of Jeeps at risk of fire
Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire.More >>
After initially defying federal regulators, Chrysler abruptly agreed Tuesday to recall some older-model Jeeps with fuel tanks that could rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions.More >>
House passes far-reaching anti-abortion bill
House passes far-reaching anti-abortion bill
The abortion wars are returning to Congress in a big way with House legislation to ban almost all abortions after a fetus reaches 20 weeks of age.More >>
The Republican-led House on Tuesday passed a far-reaching anti-abortion bill that conservatives saw as a milestone in their 40-year campaign against legalized abortion and Democrats condemned as yet another example of the...More >>
Funding Challenges for the Future of Beach Monitoring
Funding Challenges for the Future of Beach Monitoring
With the official start of summer just a couple days away, the DNR is reminding Wisconsin beach goers to once again check on water conditions before making the trip. A cut in federal funding may affectMore >>
Federal cutbacks may affect the future of water testing on the lakeshore -- a matter of health, environment, and economy for beachfront communities.
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Nonprofit launches campaign to reach uninsured
Nonprofit launches campaign to reach uninsured
A nonprofit that's helping spread the word about President Barack Obama's health overhaul is launching a campaign that will target states with high numbers of uninsured Americans.More >>
A nonprofit group helping to spread the word about President Barack Obama's health care overhaul launched a campaign Tuesday that will target states with high numbers of uninsured Americans and tackle their skepticism...More >>

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Report: Health Care Cost Increases Should Slow
Report: Health Care Cost Increases Should Slow
A new report says health care cost increases should slow down next year.The Health Research Institute says total costs for health care services are expected to rise 6.5 percent next year when the AffordableMore >>
A new report says health care cost increases should slow down next year.More >>
Wake-up call: Starbucks to post calorie counts
Wake-up call: Starbucks to post calorie counts
Starbucks has a new way to wake up its customers: showing the calories in its drinks.More >>
Starbucks has a new way to wake up its customers: showing the calories in its drinks.More >>
Wis. DNR urges beachgoers to play it safe
Wis. DNR urges beachgoers to play it safe
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is urging beachgoers to play it safe this summer.More >>
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is urging beachgoers to play it safe this summer.More >>

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Wis. Senate to take up venture capital bill
Wis. Senate to take up venture capital bill
The state Senate is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a bill that would invest millions of dollars in state and private money in Wisconsin startups.More >>
The state Senate is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a bill that would invest millions of dollars in state and private money in Wisconsin startups.More >>
US, Taliban to start talks on ending Afghan war
US, Taliban to start talks on ending Afghan war
A large bomb exploded in the Afghan capital on Tuesday, killing at least three people on the day the international military coalition hands over responsibility for fighting the Taliban insurgency to the nascent...More >>
The Taliban and the U.S. said Tuesday they will hold talks on finding a political solution to ending nearly 12 years of war in Afghanistan, as the international coalition formally handed over control of the country's...More >>
UPDATE: GOP Amendment Delays Debate on State Budget Until Wednesday
UPDATE: GOP Amendment Delays Debate on State Budget Until Wednesday
The State Assembly began debate of the state budget bill Tuesday, but it's a short debate. The Assembly started after 4:15 in the afternoon and said the day's debate would finish at 7.The two-year, $70More >>
Debate lasted just 15 minutes Tuesday. The Assembly decided to take a permanent recess for the day so both sides can review a Republican amendment.More >>
House passes far-reaching anti-abortion bill
House passes far-reaching anti-abortion bill
The abortion wars are returning to Congress in a big way with House legislation to ban almost all abortions after a fetus reaches 20 weeks of age.More >>
The Republican-led House on Tuesday passed a far-reaching anti-abortion bill that conservatives saw as a milestone in their 40-year campaign against legalized abortion and Democrats condemned as yet another example of the...More >>
Democrats Speak Out Against State Budget Measures
Democrats Speak Out Against State Budget Measures
Lawmakers in the state Assembly begin debate on the state budget Tuesday. One day before, Democrats are going before the cameras. "We're here saying please take the BadgerCare money," Rep. Penny BernardMore >>
Lawmakers in the state Assembly began debate on the state budget Tuesday afternoon, planning to debate until 7 p.m. -- just over two hours.
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Wis. Senate to take up venture capital bill
Wis. Senate to take up venture capital bill
The state Senate is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a bill that would invest millions of dollars in state and private money in Wisconsin startups.More >>
The state Senate is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a bill that would invest millions of dollars in state and private money in Wisconsin startups.More >>
Chrysler agrees to recall of Jeeps at risk of fire
Chrysler agrees to recall of Jeeps at risk of fire
Chrysler says it has resolved its differences with the government and will recall older Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty SUVs that could be at risk of a fuel tank fire.More >>
After initially defying federal regulators, Chrysler abruptly agreed Tuesday to recall some older-model Jeeps with fuel tanks that could rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions.More >>
Home Builders Are Busy Keeping Up With Buyer Demand
Home Builders Are Busy Keeping Up With Buyer Demand
The housing market is a more optimistic place with the rise of both home sales and home prices in the state. The Wisconsin Realtors Association says sales in May are up about 18% compared to the sameMore >>
Not only are homes selling faster now than they have in five years, Realtors say, they've seen more buyers with higher offers. And local builders are trying to keep up with the demand.More >>
The Packers' New Title: Landlord of the Titletown District
The Packers' New Title: Landlord of the Titletown District
Green Bay Packers president/CEO Mark Murphy says the opening of a Cabela's sporting goods store near Lambeau Field next month is a critical first step toward developing the Titletown district."We're reallyMore >>
Packers president/CEO Mark Murphy says the opening of a Cabela's sporting goods store near Lambeau Field next month is a critical first step toward developing the Titletown district.More >>
Funding Challenges for the Future of Beach Monitoring
Funding Challenges for the Future of Beach Monitoring
With the official start of summer just a couple days away, the DNR is reminding Wisconsin beach goers to once again check on water conditions before making the trip. A cut in federal funding may affectMore >>
Federal cutbacks may affect the future of water testing on the lakeshore -- a matter of health, environment, and economy for beachfront communities.
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