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Here’s what we learned on Tuesday
Also: Legalize pot in Wisconsin already? Share with a friend ☀️ Good morning! It’s Sunday, November 9, 2025 🗳️ What did last week’s elections around the country really mean? 💵 It’s truly not complicated. The buzzword is “affordability,” but it’s not solely about inflation. It’s about choices — the ones made in Washington, DC and…
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Where to find Wisconsin’s best cheese curds according to our readers
Plus: What new wolf hunting rules took effect in Wisconsin? Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Thank you to everyone who sent in the best cheese curds for our Locals Love section! I love hearing all of your recommendations. It’s great to see how passionate Wisconsinites are about their curds! I…
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Evers declares emergency over Trump’s SNAP cutoff
Also: Van Orden on not ‘deserving’ to be in majority Share with a friend ☀️ Good morning! It’s Sunday, November 2, 2025 The newest Marquette Poll doesn’t feature any big surprises. It’s still way too early for most people to have a favorite candidate in the 2026 elections for governor and state Supreme Court. But…
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How Wisconsinites make Halloween their own
Plus: How federal cuts are impacting rural Wisconsin Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Happy Halloween! Did you know Halloween originated about 2,000 years ago during the Celtic festival of Samhain? The holiday marked the end of summer and harvest and the beginning of the cold winter. During that time, winter was often…
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Trump rejects disaster aid for Wisconsin
Also: A new nuclear power plant in WI? Share with a friend ☀️ Good morning! It’s Sunday, October 26, 2025 🇺🇸 Let me begin with a note of personal gratitude that you’ve taken time each week to read our updates on Wisconsin politics. Public service is as important as ever — maybe more so, these…
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🎃 Don’t miss these must-see Wisconsin Halloween displays
Plus: Federal special-ed cuts impact Wisconsin students Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Thank you to everyone for all of the responses for our Locals Love section! I love hearing all of your recommendations. Next Friday is Halloween, so for next week, I want to hear about the best ways you…
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Billions for Argentina instead of Wisconsin farmers? That’s El Loco!
Also: Would you bet on online sports gambling coming to Wisconsin? Share with a friend 💰 A lot that can be done with $30 to $40 billion, depending on your values. President Donald Trump values his friendship with the president of Argentina. 🤪 Javier Milei, nicknamed “El Loco” for his eccentric manners, is one of…
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🍕 Top Wisconsin pizza places, according to our readers
Plus: Sturgeons are welcomed to Wisconsin waters Share with a friend It’s Friday, October 17, 2025. Good morning! Ellie here. Thank you to everyone for all of the responses for our Locals Love section! I love hearing all of your recommendations. For next week, I want to hear all about your favorite burger…
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🗞️ Your voice matters to us
We need your help Dear reader, UpNorthNews is committed to delivering the news and information that matters most to you and your community. We truly value your readership. As a show of our commitment, we are turning to you to ensure we’re on the right track: We’re inviting you to participate in a short 2-minute…
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The real reason for the shutdown: Your healthcare
Also: Brewers win!! Share with a friend ☀️ Good morning, Brewers fans! It’s Sunday, October 12, 2025 (AP Photo/Morry Gash) 🍾 The magic ride continues! The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs, 3-1, on Saturday night in the deciding 5th game of the National League Division Series and move on to the National League Championship…
