Stories tagged: "pandemic"

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Small Business Spotlight Why Should You Give A Damn? These Wisconsin Podcasters Will Let You Know.

After the murder of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter protests that followed, these Milwaukee natives felt compelled to speak out and lead some tough conversations–so they started a podcast called “Why Should You Give a Damn,” which is available for free in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, iHeart Radio, and more.

Cherita Booker Cherita Booker April 21, 2023 4:13 pm CDT
The UpLift
The UpLift A Madison Man Started Hiding ‘Mini Wisconsins’ During the Pandemic. He Never Stopped. 

Three years and 3,000 mini models later–meet the brains behind the statewide scavenger hunt.

Christina Lorey Christina Lorey April 10, 2023 4:11 pm CDT
Food & Drink
Food & Drink 6 Steps to Building the Perfect Cheese Board–With the UW Grad Who Does It For a Living

26-year-old Therese Merkel was ahead of the “Charcuterie Curve” when she launched Tricky Foods in 2020. 

Christina Lorey Christina Lorey February 28, 2023 2:14 pm CST
Small Business Spotlight B. Denae Artistry
Small Business Spotlight What It’s Really Like to Be a Working Black Artist in Wisconsin 

“I never know if I am being asked to be a part of something out of white guilt or because I’ve earned it,” said Brooklyn Doby, owner of B. Denae Artistry and the subject of this Small Business Spotlight.

Cherita Booker Cherita Booker February 10, 2023 4:37 pm CST
Politics A light dusting of snow is seen on and around the state Capitol in Madison as the Wisconsin Legislature begins its new session on Jan. 4, 2021. (Photo by Jessica VanEgeren)
Politics Republicans May Have a Majority in the Legislature, but Democrats Have a Record of Getting Things Done 

GOP lawmakers want to use the state’s $6.6 billion surplus on tax cuts for the wealthy, but Gov. Tony Evers and Biden’s targeted investments saved the economy during the pandemic and are opening new opportunities in the future.

Pat Kreitlow Pat Kreitlow December 13, 2022 2:30 pm CST

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Safety Reports of Domestic Violence Reach a Record High in Wisconsin 

As the pandemic required people to shelter in place, some were forced to stay with their abusers—prompting a concerning surge in homicidal domestic violence cases.

Cherita Booker Cherita Booker November 29, 2022 5:06 pm CST
Economy
Economy 6 Simple Swaps That Can Save You 10-40% at the Grocery Store

Between the crowded aisles, climbing prices, and supply-chain problems, grocery shopping– especially during the holidays– has become a headache.

Christina Lorey Christina Lorey November 15, 2022 8:11 pm CST