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  • Grab a pint at these historic Wisconsin dive bars

    Plus: ICE presence in Wisconsin is taking a toll on kids Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Monday! Thanks for starting your week with us. Last week, I asked who you’re cheering for in the World Cup now that team USA is out. The common consensus was split between…


  • Wisconsin anglers, these spots are for you

    Plus: With Crowley out, who’s still in? Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. TGIF! This weekend, I’m headed to Minnesota for the wedding of my former college roommate. My senior year, I lived with seven other girls, and this is the first time we’ll all be together again in a long…


  • Get ready for cream puffs, concerts, and more

    Plus: How tariffs are hurting Wisconsin businesses Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Earlier this week, I asked if you’ve been keeping up with the World Cup. Here’s what you said: “Enjoying the games and learning a lot.” — Carol C. “I haven’t followed the world cup completely but I have been…


  • What to know before voting in Wisconsin

    Plus: Summer fun costs on the rise in Wisconsin Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. We’ve got a lot going on in our state. Let’s jump right in. First and foremost, Vice President JD Vance is visiting Wisconsin today. He’s headed to the 128th Air Refueling Wing in Milwaukee. He…


  • What vouchers really mean for WI schools

    Plus: Wisconsin weekend news roundup Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Yesterday, I asked how you all spent your Fourth of July weekend. Here’s what you said: “Traveled to Michigan from Milwaukee driving through epic storms. Spent Saturday enjoying reuniting with my 4 brothers and families, including Steve, the eldest, who…


  • Add these Wisconsin events to your calendar

    Plus: What the end of Child Care Counts means for Wisconsin Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Monday! I hope everyone enjoyed their Fourth of July weekend. Personally, I spent the weekend relaxing on the lake with family and friends, and, of course, watching the fireworks. What did you…


  • Ready to pitch a tent, Wisconsin? Here’s where to go

    Plus: Are the Packers at risk? Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. It looks like this heat wave will continue through the Fourth of July weekend. I hope everyone is staying safe! Earlier this week, I asked about your plans for celebrating America’s 250th. Here’s what you said: “Our tiny village…


  • Being a good neighbor, the Wisconsin way

    Plus: Tom Tiffany’s reputation with affordability Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. I hope everyone’s continuing to stay cool and safe during this extreme heatwave. Personally, I do not enjoy the heat. I’m a true Wisconsinite and I much prefer the cold. A heat wave like this is my idea…


  • Your perfect Dells getaway starts here

    Plus: This businesses have deep ties to WI Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Yesterday, I asked what you’ve got going on for the Fourth of July weekend. Here’s what one of readers had to say: “Spending the weekend with friends at their camp ground. Eating, watching fire works, playing games…


  • Your 4th of July weekend in WI starts here

    Plus: A new rule added to WI high school basketball Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Monday! I hope you enjoyed your weekend. Personally, I made my way over to the Summerfest grounds to see the Marcus King Band and Little Feat. Both were great! Have you been to…