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12 Wisconsin chefs, restaurants named 2026 James Beard semifinalists
It’s a big year for professionals in Wisconsin’s food and drink industry, and people across the country are paying attention, as 12 chefs, restaurants, bars, bakers and beverage professionals have been named semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard Awards in eight categories, including seven nods in national categories. Six Milwaukeeans are included on the James Beard Awards long list. Others from Door County, Madison and Appleton…
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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (Jan. 19–25)
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.
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Indigenous practices help heal trauma passed down through generations
It’s not uncommon for Indigenous people to feel distrustful or on guard when around White people, explains Lea Denny.
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Harley-Davidson heritage: Milwaukee’s motorcycle legacy (+ where to see it)
Visit Milwaukee to learn more about Harley-Davidson’s history at a museum, factory tour, and more.
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These are the Wisconsin-tied athletes heading to the 2026 Winter Olympics
Wisconsin will be well represented at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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13 concerts you won’t want to miss this year in Wisconsin
From Summerfest to Country Thunder and everything in between, Wisconsin has no shortage of concerts for every music fan.
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6 immigrant-owned Wisconsin businesses to support in 2026
Immigrant-owned businesses support the local economy and provide an opportunity to learn about new cultures. Here are six in Wisconsin to check out in 2026.
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AI data center plans for Greenleaf scrapped amid community opposition
The real estate company looking to bring a data center to Greenleaf has ended its pursuit of property after residents and officials made clear they opposed the idea.
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10 impressive records broken by Wisconsinites
From sports feats, to scientific wonders, to a huge collection of memorabilia, Wisconsinites have shattered plenty of fascinating, and impressive, records.
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How did Wisconsin do at the Golden Globes? Mark Ruffalo, Amy Madigan and more
Wisconsin was well-repped at the 83rd annual Golden Globes. There were at least five nominees with connections to the state. But, unfortunately, none of them ended up walking away with a win at this year’s award show, which aired live on CBS and Paramount+ on Jan. 11. Though, some of them still made statements, including Kenosha son…
