The Founding Editor of UpNorthNews, Pat was a familiar presence on radio and TV stations in western Wisconsin before serving in the state Legislature. After a brief stint living in the Caribbean, Pat and wife returned to Chippewa Falls to be closer to their growing group of grandchildren. He now serves as Chief Political Correspondent and occasional pontoon captain.
Pat Kreitlow
Latest from Pat Kreitlow
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A New, Old-School Way to Tell Us What’s On Your Mind
New option lets you answer our online questions by phone instead of a Facebook post or email.
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Wisconsin Hits 1,117 New COVID Cases in One Day
State records its first +1,000 case day, 13 more deaths, 65 new hospitalizations from the coronavirus outbreak
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I Survived the Smoking Ban Debate. The Debate Over Masks Is Just as Ridiculous.
Ten years later bars and restaurants are still with us. Opposing COVID-19 safeguards is a more certain path toward going out of business.
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WI COVID-19 Daily Record Smashed for a Third Day
Explosion of cases may continue unless people return to earlier safeguards.
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COVID Surging Among Young Adults in Wisconsin
Dane County responds by reinstating restrictions, as half of the recent cases tied to bars. Milwaukee County businesses call for mandatory masks.
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Statues Can Be Replaced. Lives Cannot.
Our comfort level should be challenged if real change is to occur.
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Evers on Toppled Capitol Statues: ‘Defies Logic, Moves Us Backward’
Governor activates Wisconsin National Guard. Vos says no reform for months.
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The Many Ways the Pandemic Will Change Politics in 2020
From conventions to online visits, state Democrats’ chair sees new methods are necessary to win while staying safe
