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She spent months on the streets. Now she helps save homeless youths in Madison
TaMaya Travis’s work with EverStrong gets 17-24 year olds off the street and into homes and jobs.

Opinion: Senator Baldwin should work to protect patient safety and stop harmful FDA proposals
State Representative Jodi Emerson calls on Senator Baldwin to hold RFK Jr. accountable and ensure patient safety.

Rock hunting in Wisconsin: Your official guide
Rocks and crystals and fossils—oh my! Enjoy this guide for rock hunting in Wisconsin, which includes what you should know and what you can expect to find.

Celebrate Wisconsinbly: A guide to the state’s weird alcohol laws
Every year, dozens of Wisconsin cities land on lists of the drunkest cities in America. Like it or not, drinking has become a big part of Badger State culture. And, for that reason, we have some hyper-specific, rather unusual alcohol laws on the books!

Why Wisconsin’s shipwrecks are disappearing
The Great Lakes’ frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Today, an invasive mussel species is destroying centuries of history–forcing historians, archeologists, and divers into a race against time.

Taking a spring break staycation? Here are 20 family-friendly spots
From the Lake Superior Lowland to the Northern Highland, here are Wisconsin’s best all-ages activities to try during a spring break staycation this spring.

Everything you need to know about container gardening in Wisconsin
Learn about what container gardening is, what you’ll need for a fruitful garden, and what grows best in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin high schools thrive with Career and Technical Education
Wisconsin students engage in hands-on learning, from running cafés to practicing CPR, ensuring they gain vital skills for future careers and community impact.

Free lead testing in Milwaukee: What you need to know
Lead poisoning in Milwaukee is back in focus after a case at Golda Meir Lower School. Officials stress the importance of testing for children.
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Packers legend Vince Lombardi was the original “DEI” defender
You know who supported “DEI” (diversity, equity, and inclusion) long before it was ever an acronym? Vince Lombardi.

Wisconsin DPI seeks sponsors for Summer Food Service Program
Wisconsin seeks sponsors for the 2025 Summer Food Service Program to feed kids in need. School districts and nonprofits can apply by June 15 to help serve millions of meals.

Struggling with your mental health after surviving a disaster? Here’s how to look after yourself
There’s the initial shock and chaos in a collective disaster like the deadly and destructive California wildfires. Here’s what you can do in the aftermath.

Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture, and education.

All Things Amish: A guide to Wisconsin’s Amish communities
When you think “Amish”–most people think of Pennsylvania, Ohio, or Indiana. But did you know that Wisconsin has the fourth-highest Amish population in America?