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Wisconsin STEP program prepares students for emergency situations
The STEP program in Wisconsin equips 4th and 5th graders with emergency skills, empowering them to protect themselves, their families, and communities.
Green Bay Goes Hollywood: Inside the new movie, ‘Green and Gold’
Heard about the new movie “Green and Gold”?
The film tells the story of a fourth-generation dairy farmer who bets everything he has on the 1993 Packers winning the Super Bowl.
Wisconsin dairy industry to take big hit under Trump’s deportations
Behind the title of “America’s Dairyland” is a workforce comprised of migrant workers. Experts say without them, the dairy industry could collapse.
Shortly after taking the oath of office for the second time, Donald Trump followed through on a campaign promise to crack down on undocumented immigrants already in the United States and seal the nation’s borders to new migrants through a series of executive actions. But the actions could negatively impact Wisconsin’s economy, particularly its agricultural industry.
Trump takes on the US Constitution with day one executive orders
Trump issued an executive order to end birthright citizenship, which is guaranteed by the 14th Amendment, doubled down on fossil fuels that drive pollution, and targeted transgender Americans.
Trump’s inaugural speech is at odds with the Wisconsin economy. Could he trash the ongoing recovery?
The president says he’ll bring down inflation, which is already coming down, and build manufacturing, which is already on the rise in Wisconsin. His economic promises could short-circuit job growth and raise consumer prices.
Rural hospital CEO: ‘Women’s health has to be made a priority’
Expectant mothers are facing an OB-GYN desert in western Wisconsin, with several hospitals closing their birthing centers over the last few years. The gap in care has forced pregnant women to travel long distances for prenatal care, emergencies, and when they go into labor. One rural hospital is taking a different approach—they’re expanding.
7 Wisconsin sports teams to support in 2025
Support Wisconsin sports by becoming a fan of these seven teams, from soccer and volleyball to ultimate frisbee (and, of course, the Packers).
Here’s what Trump promised to do on ‘Day One.’ Now that he and Republicans have total power in DC, will he?
The president-elect should be able to, in theory, implement his “Day One” plans. The big question is – will he actually do what he’s proposed? Or will he, as he’s indicated in recent weeks, walk back some of those promises, reverse course, or just ignore them altogether?
Wisconsin certified direct care professionals can now get free training & bonuses
Find out how you could benefit from Wisconsin DHS’s free training for certified direct care professionals, available in three languages.
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Weird, wild, & wonderful Wisconsin news stories from 2024
Wondering what weird, wild, and wonderful Wisconsin news made headlines in 2024? Read on to see the news stories that caught our attention last year.
Wisconsin DHS urges vaccination amid rising respiratory illnesses
DHS urges Wisconsinites to vaccinate against flu, COVID-19, and RSV as cases rise, emphasizing protection for vulnerable groups, including infants and seniors.
3 Milwaukee buildings that never came to be
Over the past decade, Milwaukee has added more than 10,000 new buildings–most, in the form of high-rise apartments. But not every proposal becomes reality.
10 buildings in Wisconsin that are older than the state itself
Cabins, homes, military compounds, and outhouses, oh my! The oldest buildings in Wisconsin date back to the 1700s and run the entire utility gamut.
Learn about Madison’s 10 sister cities (in 10 different countries!)
To learn from each other’s cultures, promote cross-cultural exchange, and support other communities, Madison has 10 different sister cities all over the globe.
