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What’s the best budget-friendly destination in Wisconsin?
From hidden gems to popular attractions, this readers’ choice poll is dedicated to highlighting the best budget-friendly destinations Wisconsin has to offer.
Biden makes 4 million more workers eligible for overtime pay
The US Department of Labor says updated regulations will increase income thresholds to ensure lower-income salaried employees are fairly compensated when they work more than 40 hours per week.
Biden administration bans noncompete clauses for workers
The new rule bans new noncompete agreements for the vast majority of American workers and requires employers to let current and past employees know they won’t enforce them going forward. Companies will also be required to throw out existing noncompete agreements.
8 things you probably don’t know about UW-La Crosse
UW-La Crosse is a nationally-ranked school with a fascinating history. But how much of it do you really know?
Opinion: Trump, GOP fail January 6 truth test
Milwaukee resident Terry Hansen reflects on the events that took place on January 6, the response from Trump, and the state of our democracy.
VIDEO: 3 Family-Fun Activities in West Allis
Looking for family-friendly activities in West Allis? UpNorthNews’ new correspondent JMatt (@jmattmke) has you covered! He’s highlighting three iconic locations, Reunion Restaurant (@reunionwestallis), Cream City Clay (@creamcityclay), and Icredi-Roll...
‘Radical’ Republican proposals threaten bipartisan farm bill, USDA Secretary says
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack says far-right Republicans’ proposed crop subsidy cuts and slashing of land stewardship programs make a bipartisan farm bill solution harder to reach.
New Biden rule protects privacy of women seeking abortions
Under the new rules, state officials and law enforcement cannot obtain medical records related to lawful reproductive health care with the goal of pursuing legal action.
Biden marks Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in solar grants
Forty-nine of these grants are state-level awards, five are multi-state awards, and six are going to Native American tribes. The administration also announced its plans to expand its American Climate Corps green jobs training program on Monday.