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  • WI’s got a view of the eclipse. Here’s where

    Plus: Add these Wisconsin events to your calendar Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Monday! Thanks for starting your week with us. Today is the 5th annual Day Without Child Care, a day where providers and parents go on strike to demand universal childcare. Organized by Community Change Action,…


  • Wisconsin is falling back in love with vinyl

    Plus: Is birthright citizenship in Wisconsin at risk? Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Yesterday, I asked how you’re taking advantage of the warmer weather. This is what one reader said: “My wife Jennifer and I have been out birding and hiking so far, and this weekend we are heading to…


  • This Wisconsin bookmobile’s got your next read

    Plus: The storms that hit WI this year Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. The warm weather is back, and hopefully here to stay! I’ve been taking advantage of the nice temps by getting back outside and running! Here’s a view of the Menomonee River from my run the other day:…


  • Meet the candidate: Hermening’s run for Congress

    Plus: Wisconsinites want AI surveillance cameras out Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. We’re still talking about those gas prices. Last week, I asked to hear about what you’re seeing at the pump, and this is what you shared: “Here in Wautoma we are at $3.99, I’m sure $4.something is…


  • Wisconsin beagles rescued by plane

    Plus: How this WI law is filling labor gaps Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. As I mentioned last week, I moved to the Milwaukee area this weekend, and I asked for your recommendations. Thank you to everyone who shared! Are there any other places I should check out? Let me know!…


  • Where your kids can help you save money in WI

    Plus: Get out and about in Wisconsin this week Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy first week of May! Today is the start of Teacher Appreciation Week, which hits especially close to home for me with a 5th grade teacher for a mom. This week honors educators’ essential role in…


  • Are these the best burger spots in Wisconsin?

    Plus: What to know about the next Farm Bill Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Happy Friday! We’ve got some fun things to cover, let’s jump in! To start, today is May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day. This day commemorates the historic struggle for an eight-hour workday and the broader…


  • Satisfy your sweet tooth at a WI candy store

    Plus: Why some voters will be in a new state Senate district Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Earlier this week, I shared some of the songs on my current music rotation and asked what you’re listening to. This is what you shared: “‘Brighter Days’ by JJ Grey & Mofro; ‘Better…


  • Meet the candidate: Fred Clark’s campaign for US Congress

    Plus: This WI lawmaker missed a quarter of his meetings Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. We’ve got a lot going on in our state. Let’s get into it! To start, we’re still keeping an eye on the gas prices around Wisconsin. As of April 28, the state average is at…


  • Your guide to cherry picking across Wisconsin

    Plus: Where’s this Wisconsin lawmaker? Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. We’re officially into the depths of spring, and I’ve got a new music rotation. Here’s what I’m listening to at the moment: 🎵 Spring by Saint Etienne 🎵 Carry On by Jungle 🎵 Summer Soft by Stevie Wonder 🎵 On & On by The Marcus King…