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Motive is next key task for police investigating Wisconsin fatal school shooting
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Investigators on Tuesday are focused on trying to determine a motive in a Wisconsin school shooting that left a teacher and a student dead and two other children in critical condition.
Multiple deaths in shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison
The suspected shooter, a juvenile, is thought to be among those killed. At least seven others have been wounded, as well.
Opinion: Newly-elected legislator wants to work toward an ‘unapologetic working class agenda’
Phelps: The real story of the election is that we’re concerned about our schools, hospitals and clinics, rents and mortgages, environment, and the cost of childcare.
Your Guide to Wisconsin-Made Gifts That Give Back
The average American spends $650 on gifts each year. Here are some you can feel GOOD about giving!
Wisconsin health officials investigate salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers
Wisconsin health officials are investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled SunFed cucumbers, which has affected 68 people in 19 states. A recent salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated cucumbers has affected multiple states, including...
Trump nominates former WWE head, private school voucher advocate for Education secretary
McMahon is relatively unknown in education circles, although she has expressed support for charter schools and private school vouchers.
4 Wisconsin towns perfect for Small Businesses Saturday shopping
These Wisconsin towns are home to tons of boutiques and locally owned stores perfect for Small Business Saturday shopping.
A brief (but far from boring) history of Madison, Wisconsin
The history of Madison reveals how a frontier settlement between two lakes grew into Wisconsin’s vibrant capital and cultural hub.
Stay healthy this holiday season with vaccines & preventive measures
DHS urges Wisconsinites to get vaccines against flu, RSV, and COVID-19 before holiday gatherings to protect themselves and others.
Why people are so concerned about Trump picking RFK Jr. to lead US public health
Trump’s pick for health secretary wants to increase access to raw milk, remove fluoride from drinking water, and has said that vaccines cause autism and that WiFi causes cancer.
Here’s who Trump has nominated to his administration so far
Trump has announced that Susie Wiles will serve as his chief of staff, is expected to nominate Marco Rubio as his secretary of state, and chose Kristi Noem to serve as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
Wisconsin Supreme Court hears arguments on state’s 175-year-old abortion
A conservative prosecutor’s attorney struggled Monday to persuade the Wisconsin Supreme Court to reactivate the state’s 175-year-old abortion ban, drawing a tongue-lashing from two of the court’s liberal justices during oral arguments.
‘MAHA’: What to know about the ‘movement’ gaslighting health and wellness followers in the US
Here’s who RFK’s “health and wellness” political campaign is trying to reach, and why.
Wisconsin Supreme Court takes up the case to protect abortion rights
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin (PPWI) is asking the Wisconsin Supreme Court to interpret the state constitution as it relates to making decisions about whether and when to have a child, including the right to have an abortion
Take a trip along Wisconsin’s 7 scenic byways
Taking the long way has its benefits—including the breathtaking views you’ll find on Wisconsin’s seven scenic byways.
What’s new and what to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
In most states, the ACA’s annual open enrollment season for health plans begins Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15. Here’s what you need to know.
What to know about this year’s Social Security cost-of-living adjustment
Tens of millions of older Americans will see an increase in benefits this January when a new cost-of-living adjustment is added to Social Security payments.
This or That: Where Harris and Trump stand on Wisconsin voters’ top 3 issues
Check out our guide to where Harris and Trump stand on Wisconsin voters’ top issues, including the economy, healthcare, and the US Supreme Court.
The votes are in—and then what? A reminder to be patient and wait for all of the results.
More than 1,800 local clerks and many more of your Wisconsin friends and neighbors have got this—another secure election.
‘Problem-solver’ vs ‘Complainer’ – Inside LuAnn Bird’s run for Wisconsin Assembly
When her young family was thrown into chaos, she became an activist out of necessity and learned she could chart a new path toward service and satisfaction.
Lies about the Hurricane Helene response forecast a storm of misinformation for next month’s election
Perhaps most alarming is what these lies signal for the upcoming election. Tim Alberta, a staff writer at The Atlantic, warned on X: “If you think the lies and distortions and know-nothing takes about FEMA are bad, just wait until this time next month.”
‘Trump denigrates our great country,’ more than 1,000 retired military and Republican leaders say
Former generals, admirals, and national security leaders signed open letters vowing to support Kamala Harris and calling Donald Trump a threat to democracy.
Harris wants to give working families a tax cut and raise taxes on corporations. Trump would do the opposite.
Kamala Harris has proposed increasing the corporate tax rate, expanding the child tax credit, and cutting taxes for more than 100 million working and middle class Americans. Donald Trump, meanwhile, said he wants to permanently extend tax breaks that primarily benefited the ultra-wealthy and corporations.
Jodi Habush Sinykin sees potential in a newly-drawn State Senate district where voters are tired of the same old extremism
The Democratic challenger wants to protect women’s healthcare choices while Republican incumbent Sen. Duey Stroebel supports treating an 1849 law as a total abortion ban.
Opinion: Why I’m voting for the first time, as Gen Z
This is the first election that Up North News’ editorial intern, Josh Skarda, will be able to vote in – here’s why it’s important to him as a member of Gen Z.
Harris seeks to lower drug costs for Wisconsinites, building on recent progress
Harris wants to expand the $35 monthly cap on insulin costs and a $2,000 annual cap on out-of-pocket drug costs so that they apply to all Americans, not just seniors on Medicare.
‘Action is the antidote to despair’ – Sarah Keyeski runs to be a voice for rural Wisconsin
A Joan Baez song lyric helped inspire the creation of Lift Lodi for the mother turned organizer turned Senate candidate.
Trump’s claims about Haitians draw from a centuries-long narrative. These women explain why.
Former President Donald Trump repeated a vicious smear about Haitians in Springfield, Ohio. Here’s how it’s affecting people.
Opinion: We need a teacher in the White House. Tim Walz would be an ideal vice president.
Tim Walz’ background as a Gender and Sexuality Alliance advisor, his commitment to inclusion, and his dedication to LGBTQ+ rights makes him a perfect running mate alongside Vice President Kamala Harris.