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COVID Survivors Tell Wisconsin: ‘We Beg You to Take This Seriously’
Highest single-day loss of life, 48 deaths, as pleas are made for basic but compassionate safeguards.
No Good Options: Seven Wisconsin Families Tell Us How They’re Coping With the New School Year
The ongoing spread of the coronavirus is putting school officials, parents, and students in unique situations. Everyone is struggling to adapt.
Your Vote Matters: The UpNorthNews 2020 Election Blog
In a year like no other, here is a running update on what the voters are thinking, saying, and choosing.
With Nine New Pardons, Evers Has Now Given Second Chances to 74 Individuals
Governor’s move restores rights to those who proved they’ve turned their lives around and made it stick.
Ongoing Pandemic Causing Mental Health Issues for Many Teens
Professionals cite lack of normal routine, lack of social interactions as contributing factors.
Trump Tax Report Is a Reminder of Wisconsin’s Own Loopholes
The rich and well-connected are able to stiff others who have to help pay for roads, schools, law enforcement, and more.
State Taps Former Madison Police Chief to Investigate Jacob Blake Shooting
Noble Wray will serve as an independent expert consultant for the Kenosha County district attorney.
Biden in Wisconsin: Trump’s on Park Avenue and Can Only See Out to Wall Street
Democratic candidate used Wisconsin visit to say the president “panicked,” leading to 200,000 coronavirus deaths.
Nearly 30 Million Americans Went Without Health Coverage Last Year. Then the Pandemic Hit.
The continued loss of health coverage under the Trump administration has eroded the gains made since the passage of the Affordable Care Act, which made insurance attainable for 20 million people.
Politics Creates Economic Illusion in Houdini’s Hometown
Whether Trump broke the economy in Appleton or is saving it may be more about feelings than facts.
Teachers With Underlying Health Concerns Told to Return to School or Else
Some educators are told they still have to teach from an empty classroom, not a healthier home environment.
With Schools Barely Back in Session, COVID-19 Is Already Spreading
“Test scores don’t mean a lot if you’re dead,” say educators of the still-untamed virus.
Biden Says Trump and DeVos ‘Haven’t Stepped Up,’ Leaving Schools Unable to Safely Reopen
“This year we’re facing some of the most difficult circumstances and we’re seeing an awful lot of heart and grit from our educators and our students to try to rise to the occasion here. But our government hasn’t risen up to that bar.”
ACLU: Kenosha County Sheriff, Police Chief Need to Resign
The calls for resignation come as the FBI joins the investigation and Kenosha Sheriff describes the two men shot and killed by a teenage militia member as “not too bad.”
Private School Parent Wants Supreme Court to Rule on Dane County Order Requiring Virtual Learning
Order no longer allows third through 12th grades to meet for in-person instruction.
READ: The Full Transcript of President Obama’s DNC 2020 Speech Last Night
President Obama delivered a powerful speech on the third night of the 2020 DNC. In it, he called out President Trump’s handling of everything from police brutality to the pandemic, making the case for a Biden-Harris ticket.
READ: The Full Transcript of Sen. Kamala Harris’ DNC Speech
Making history, Harris officially accepted the Democratic nomination for vice president Wednesday night. Read her full speech below.
‘America Is Watching You, Wisconsin’: Julián Castro Focuses on Wis. Latino Vote During Panel
“We know that we have to persuade,” says chairman of the Democratic National Committee.
What the Future of Rural America Could Look Like After Trump
Convention group outlines what hasn’t worked and what’s needed before it’s too late.
Joe Biden Releases Plan to Empower Latino Community
The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee lays out his Latino agenda.
BLOC’s Angela Lang: Kanye’s Campaign Is a Racist Republican Ploy
Trump supporters are preying on the Black community in a cynical effort to siphon votes away from Biden.
Read the Letter GOP Legislators Sent to Superintendents Pressuring Them to Reopen Schools
Lawmakers who have power over nearly half of public education funds suggest “opening your doors” to all students.
We Tracked Everything Congress Has Done on Coronavirus Aid
Democrats and Republicans have reached a deal four times. Can they assemble a fifth package of help before going on vacation?
These Army Veterans Plan to Vote for Joe Biden. Here’s Why.
Many veterans are coming out in support of Joe Biden, especially after the way President Donald Trump handled protests and the Russia bounty program.
Evers on Trump’s Response to the Pandemic: ‘It Couldn’t Be Weirder’
Governor also expresses concern over the spread of COVID-19 in Wisconsin.
The GOP Stimulus Bill Guts Unemployment But Somehow Finds $7 Billion for Weapons
After two months of inaction, Senate Republicans on Monday finally released their own proposal, a roughly $1 trillion package that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called “pathetic.”
Racine Schools Will Start Year Online
Wisconsin’s fifth-largest school district follows the lead of Milwaukee and Madison.
The UNN Candidate Interview: Francesca Hong and Ali Maresh of Assembly District 76
Seven Democrats are vying for Rep. Chris Taylor’s seat. Here is a look at two of the contenders.
Wisconsin Has Roughly 6,900 Substitute Teachers. It’s Not Enough During COVID, Say Officials
Many say it is not worth the health risks.