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Web Site Helps Voters Pick Their Candidates

A Lawrence University professor has created a web site to help voters decide which Republican candidate matches their views. More>>

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Coast to Coast Hike Across America for Special Olympics

Find out about David McHolland's cross-country hike and how to donate to his cause. More>>

The Great Backyard Bird Count: Updated

Dozens of species make Wisconsin their home. Citizen scientists are helping to find out which ones -- and how many.
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De Pere Triple Murder-Suicide Investigation report

A compilation of reports from De Pere police officers who responded to the triple murder-suicide on February 3 (PDF format) More>>

Web Site Helps Companies Looking at Wisconsin

LocateinWisconsin.com offers free commercial real estate data, demographics, community details, buildings available for sale or lease, and information on the local workforce. More>>

Brother Starts Scholarship to Keep Crash Victim's Memory Alive

Caitlin Scannell's older brother says the $10,000 he saved to help her go to college will give her classmates the opportunities she won't have. More>>

Promises to Keep
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USDA updates plant hardiness zones for Wisconsin
The US Department of Agriculture released a new map of plant hardiness zones with significant changes in Wisconsin's average extreme temperatures.More >>
DMV Offices Open Longer Hours
Effective Monday, the Division of Motor Vehicles has an office in all 72 counties open a minimum of 20 hours a week for service.More >>
Lake Winnebago area ice conditions blog
Ice condition reports for the Lake Winnebago system, by local expert Don Herman of Sunk? Dive & Ice Service.More >>
GAB Streams Signature Verifying Process Online
The Government Accountability Board is making it possible for the public to watch them work, by showing the petition verifying process live.More >>
DOT Upgrades 511 Travel Alerts
Phone: Dial 5-1-1
Web: www.511wi.gov
Twitter: @511WI_Northeast
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Faster access to travel warnings and maps and personalizing what routes you drive are some of the changes to Wisconsin's 511.More >>
"Bring It": State Launches Media Campaign to Promote Voter ID Law
The state agency overseeing elections has rolled out a major media campaign running through the November presidential election.
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YWCA Launches End of $3.3 Million Fundraising Campaign
A silent campaign has already raised $2.7 million. The public's help is needed to raise the last $600,000 of its goal to expand programs and improve facilities.
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Memorial Fund for Sheboygan Shooting Victim
A memorial fund was created to help pay cover Pheng Lee's funeral costs.More >>
DNR has a Flicker of Hope for Candlelight Ski Events
A lack of snow in parts of Wisconsin may force the state Department of Natural Resources to make changes to upcoming candlelight ski events.More >>
DNR seeks volunteers for deer study
State wildlife officials are looking for volunteers to help them tag deer in Shawano and Sawyer counties as part of a mortality study.More >>
DNR Wants You to "E-Cycle" Unwanted Electronics
Wondering what to do with your old electrics, electronics, and gadgets after Christmas? The DNR is launching a new push to get you to recycle.More >>
Update: MCL Industries Matching Donations to Pulaski Fire Victims
MCL Industries will match financial donations to the Pulaski Fire Relief fund at North Shore Bank, up to $25,000.More >>
State Launches Crime Alert Network
It allows police to alert businesses and citizens by email, text message, or fax about thefts, counterfeit money, home invasions, and other crimes.More >>
State Opens Hotline to Report Public Assistance Fraud
Governor Walker's administration creates a toll-free hotline to report fraud, waste, and abuse in the state's health and nutrition programs.More >>
Wisconsin Tourism Department Revamps Snow Report
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This year the state's reports on skiing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing will be accessible from any smartphone.More >>
Memorial Fund Started to Help Solve Crimes
The family of a hit-and-run victim now hopes their efforts will help other victims' families, by helping CrimeStoppers.
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GOP Starts Web Site to Report Fraud in Governor Walker Recall
Republicans launched the Recall Integrity Center, and say allegations of fraud will be investigated by party staff and retired law enforcement officers.More >>
Cellcom Green Bay Marathon registration
Check your registration, get maps, learn how to volunteer, and more.More >>
The full- and half-marathon take place May 20. Events are planned May 19-20. Up to 200 runners who raise $300 or more can register free even after registration reaches its cap.
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Find Steph a Kidney.com
A local woman whose kidneys failed 20 years ago is in need of a live donor. And her friends are going to great lengths to help. Read her story at findstephakidney.com.More >>
Dept. of Justice Frequently Asked Questions about Concealed Weapon Law
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's answers about the law taking effect November 1st. PDF format.More >>
DOJ Web site Answers Concealed Carry Questions
The Department of Justice has set up a web site with information on Wisconsin's concealed carry law that takes effect November 1.More >>
Wisconsin VINE Program Tracks Inmates
New program helps public track release of inmates in Brown County.More >>
Travel Wisconsin mobile apps
Learn about the new Travel Wisconsin app for iPhone or Android smartphones, from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism.More >>
Power Outage Tips from the American Red Cross
What to do during a power outage, how to do it safely, and what you should do when the power comes back on (PDF format)More >>
Wisconsin "Do Not Call" List
Add your name to the state list or learn how to file a complaint.More >>
Call toll-free 1-866-966-2255 or use the State web site to put your name on the list or learn how to file a complaint.More >>
"Parents Are the Key"
Re:THINK Winnebago, a health partnership, encourages parents to take the lead for kids' safe driving.More >>
Valley Transit Routes and Information
Valley Transit routes, hours, and other informationMore >>
UW-Green Bay Men's Phoenix 2011-12 Basketball Schedule
The UWGB Phoenix men face ten teams that had post-season games last season -- including four that went to the NCAA Tournament.More >>
"Snail Mail My Email" Project
To check out the "Snail Mail My Email" project, and try sending your own, click here. Do it fast! The project ends August 15th.More >>
Car Seat Chemicals Study
A just-released study says more than half of children's car seats sold in the U.S. contain hazardous chemicals.More >>
Link to Training Courses for Concealed Carry Permit
Link to BJT.ltd site where you can sign up for gun safety courses prior to the state's conceal carry law going into effect.More >>
State Beach Health Conditions Map
A current look at beach conditions along the Great Lakes and Bay of Green Bay. Search by county, beach, or statewide.More >>
Wisconsin 2011-13 Budget Bill - Complete text (1,345 pages)
Complete text of Assembly Bill 40, passed by both houses of the Legislature on Thursday. (PDF format)More >>
USDA Unveils New Nutrition Symbol
American Red Cross - Lakeland Chapter
Find information about donating blood and other volunteer services. More >>
Internal Revenue Service web site
Learn about tax filing, check the status of your federal refund, review past tax forms, and more.More >>
WINSS data analysis by school district or school
Wisconsin Information Network for Successful Schools (WINSS) offers an interactive tool for analyzing student performance statewide or by district or individual school.More >>
Wisconsin Student Assessment System achievement gap analysis
The Wisconsin Dept. of Public Instruction says test scores show all racial and ethnic groups are closing the gap in math and reading.More >>
School District General Aid Reductions vs. Fringe Benefit Savings (Excel format, 118k)
State Budget Office simulation of the impact of Governor Walker's budget repair and biennial budget plans on school districts.More >>
Estimates of Municipal Savings Less Aid Losses (Excel format, 487k)
State Budget Office document released by Governor Walker on the estimated impact of his budget repair and biennial budget on local units of government, listed by county.More >>
Fund for Charlie Knuth's Medical Needs
Charlie Knuth has daily medical needs for his painful skin disorder. Donations can be made at Community First Credit Union.More >>
Wisconsin Landscape Pesticide Advance Notice Registry
Wisconsin residents who want to be notified before pesticides are applied in their neighborhoods can sign up on a free state registry.More >>
Charlie Knuth updates on Caring Bridge
Updates from the family of Charlie Knuth, the four-year-old undergoing a potentially life-saving stem cell transplant.More >>
Website Features Daily Activities of Deer
Bornbucks.com features a real-time video stream, allowing people to watch the movement of the hundreds of trophy bucks at the 145-acre deer preserve.More >>
DNR Operation Deer Watch
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is asking the public to record and report whitetail deer sightings, hoping to get a better picture of the state deer population.More >>
Sign up for DNR Wolf Alerts
The Wisconsin DNR has an e-mail system to let people know about wolves in their area so they can protect their pets.More >>
Red Cross: 3 Steps to Preparedness
Get a kit. Make a plan. Be informed. Advice from the American Red Cross for severe weather, fires, and other emergencies that can strike your home and family.More >>
How to Develop a Family Emergency Plan
Be prepared for severe weather and other types of emergencies with tips from FEMA and Citizen Corps.More >>
Brown County Launches Crime-mapping Web Site
The Brown County Sheriff's Department is adding crime mapping and email alerts to help the public stay aware of crime in their neighborhood.More >>
Link to Wisconsin DOT's Adopt-A-Highway Program
Click here to check out the DOT's website.More >>
Wisconsin Organ Donor Online Registry
Wisconsin residents can now authorize their organs, tissue, and eyes to be donated with the click of a button.More >>
Link to State Organ Donation Registry
Click here to visit the online registry for organ donation. You will need your driver's license number.More >>
State Web Site Shows How Stimulus Funds are Spent
The state upgraded its American Recovery and Reinvestment web site to help people more easily track how Wisconsin spends its federal stimulus funds.More >>
VINE victim notification online resource
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The Victim Information and Notification Everyday system is a free service letting crime victims know the status of their offender by phone or email notices.More >>
Interactive Guide to Health Care Reform
If you're still confused about the impact of health care reform, the Washington Post has an interactive tool to help you figure out how the health care bill will effect you personally. All you need toMore >>
Haitian Helping Haitian
Organization founded by Connie Marthaler of Peshtigo in 2004.More >>
Link to Highway 41 Project Website
Click here for the DOT's website on the Highway 41 Construction Project.More >>
Watching Wolves
Deer Population Map
Flu Web Site
Green Bay Area Crime Stoppers
or call 432-STOP (432-7867)More >>
Or call 432-STOP (432-7867). Web site includes suspect photos, crime updates, and more.More >>
Hospital Compare: Measures and surveys of hospital performance
Find hospitals and compare their performance using this US Health & Human Services and Medicare web site.More >>
RideShare Carpool or Bicycle Commuter Matching
The state Department of Transportation's RideShare matching program is being expanded statewide to encourage carpooling and bicycle commuting.More >>
Wisconsin Job Center
With growing unemployment, the State offers more job-hunting and career tools online.More >>
State Offers Sex Offender Notifications by Email
By Sarah Thomsen If a sex offender moves into your neighborhood, you can now receive an instant notification from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. Since 2001, the DOC has made it possible forMore >>
Federal Trade Commission Free Annual Credit Reports
By law, you can request a free copy of your credit reports from the three credit reporting agencies every 12 months. Get information here and a link to the one authorized web site.More >>
Job Center of Wisconsin
A free employment web site for job seekers and employers from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.More >>
Wisconsin Concealed-carry Permit Application (PDF format)
On November 1st, Wisconsin residents could begin applying for a permit to carry a concealed weapon. Requires free PDF (Adobe Acrobat) reader.More >>

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Wisconsin DOT Traffic Cameras
Dept. of Transportation live traffic images in eastern Wisconsin, including Green Bay, the Fox Cities, and Fond du Lac.More >>

Analysts: Jump in Gas Prices Just Beginning

Update: Green Bay Gas Prices Jump up to 16 Cents a Gallon

AAA Fuel Gauge Report - Wisconsin

AAA Fuel Cost Calculator

U.S. Department of Energy: Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Prices (updated weekly)

AAA TripTik Travel Planner

Set origin and destination, then zoom in on map and click on gas stations for prices. More>>

EPA Gas Mileage Ratings

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Wisconsin "Do Not Call" List

Add your name to the state list or learn how to file a complaint. More>>

National Do-Not-Call List

Or call 1-888-382-1222. For the Wisconsin Do-Not-Call list, click here More>>

Sex Offender Registries

State Offers Sex Offender Notifications by Email

Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry

National Sex Offender Public Registry

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SAFE Hotline for Non-Compliant Sex Offenders

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VINE victim notification online resource

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State Web Site Helps You Find Unclaimed Property
The Wisconsin State Treasurer wants to help you find forgotten bank accounts, unclaimed assets, and unknown inheritances.More >>
State Names Delinquent Taxpayers
The Wisconsin Department of Revenue launched its "Website of Shame" listing individuals and businesses who owe the state at least $25,000 in unpaid taxes. More >>
Sign Up for Amber Alerts on Your Wireless Phone
Receive Amber Alerts on your wireless phone. Currently available for customers of major wireless services, it will be available on smaller services this summer. More >>
Consumer Protection Offers Tips for Giving to Charity
Ask a lot of questions before agreeing to write that check, says state consumer officials. More >>
Federal Law Makes Wisconsinites Eligible for Free Credit Report
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A law aims to protect consumers from identity theft and mistakes on their credit history by offering one free copy of their credit report each year. More >>
Wisconsin Circuit Court Access (background checks)
The Consolidated Court Access Programs (CCAP) allow you to conduct background checks. More >>

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Heritage Hill Soldiers Remembrance
Information on donations accepted for soldiers at Heritage Hill.More >>
Wisconsin, Illinois Launch Prescription Drug Importation Program
The new I-Save-Rx program works with pharmacies in Ireland and the United Kingdom, in addition to Canada. More >>

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Wisconsin DNR Wolf Attack Email Alerts
Sign up for e-mail alerts about wolf attacks reported by the DNR.More >>

Wisconsin Gas Prices provided by GasBuddy.com

Analysts: Jump in Gas Prices Just Beginning

Just as analysts predicted, local gas prices are starting to climb, while drivers are dreading filling up. More>>

Update: Person in Custody in Connection with St. Anthony School Fire, AG Says

The early investigation shows the fire was not accidental, Attorney General Van Hollen says, and a person is in custody.
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Girl's Inspirational Donation to St. Anthony School Spreads Like Wildfire

Tuesday night's fire brought many parents and students to tears. But Wednesday -- Ash Wednesday -- the mood had a dramatic change.
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Domestic Violence Bill is a Very Personal Victory for Appleton Woman

Heather Severson took up the cause to increase penalties for repeat offenders of domestic violence after her friend and her friend's daughter were murdered. More>>

Two Community Police Officers Behind 49 Drug Raids

Since they started walking the beat in Navarino and other neighborhoods, two officers are responsible for 49 drug warrants and 88 arrests for suspected drug activity. More>>

Update: Man Shot in Green Bay, Police are Looking for Shooter

Green Bay police are investigating a shooting in a neighborhood near downtown.
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Timeline: De Pere Man Who Murdered Family was Told to Move Out

Police say while they can't ever fully know Denis Bay's motivation to kill his wife and children, this new information paints a clearer picture. More>>

Update: Wife Arrested for Murder at Grand Chute Motel

Police found what they believe is the murder weapon when they searched the Appleton home of Derrick Whitlow's estranged wife.
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Packers Stop Single-game Ticket Sales for Disabled Fans

Disabled Packers fans will now have to buy season tickets in order to watch the Packers play at Lambeau Field. The Packers say they have no choice -- it's the law.
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Poll: Santorum Leads in GOP, Obama Leads GOP Contenders in Wisconsin

President Obama beats each potential Republican challenger by double digits in the Marquette Law School poll, but experts caution that's not unusual this early. More>>

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