Stories tagged: "Ron Johnson"

Politics Doctors to Ron Jonson: COVID-19 Is More Lethal Than the Flu
Politics Johnson and Senate GOP’s Debt Ceiling Vote Could Spell Trouble for US, World Economy

US Senate Republicans blocked a vote to raise the nation's debt ceiling. If it's not raised, the national and world economy could suffer.

Cara Spoto Cara Spoto September 28, 2021 5:15 pm CDT
Coronavirus Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wisc., speaks at a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs hearing on Feb. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, Pool)
Coronavirus 17 Wisconsinites Have Had Ivermectin Poisoning. Doctors Urge People Like Ron Johnson to Stop Promoting It.

“It’s shocking and appalling” that people continue to promote the horse dewormer as a COVID treatment, doctor says.

Julian Emerson Julian Emerson August 31, 2021 4:40 pm CDT
Politics Afghan refugees attempt to get onto the tarmac at the international airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, Monday, Aug. 16, 2021, as US soldiers stand guard. Wisconsin's Fort McCoy is expected to take in some of the 22,000 Afghan refugees headed for the US after the Taliban recaptured Afghanistan. (AP Photo/Shekib Rahmani)
Politics Wisconsin Prepares for Arrival of Refugees as US Ends 20 Years in Afghanistan

At least 38 troops with Wisconsin ties were killed during Operation Enduring Freedom.

Pat Kreitlow Pat Kreitlow August 17, 2021 3:27 pm CDT
Politics Sen. Ron Johnson, image via Shutterstock
Politics Following the Money: Investigation Shows How Ron Johnson Secured a Giant Tax Break for Mega GOP Donors

By playing hard-to-get, the Wisconsin senator allowed more tax cuts to be based on wealth rather than job creation, as Trump had claimed.

Pat Kreitlow Pat Kreitlow August 11, 2021 5:49 pm CDT
Coronavirus Masks on a table
Coronavirus The Delta Variant is Spreading Rapidly. Wisconsin Health Officials Are Recommending Masks Again.

Sen. Ron Johnson uses the opportunity to once again spread misinformation about COVID-19.

Jonathon Sadowski Jonathon Sadowski July 28, 2021 4:27 pm CDT

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Emanuel Montalvo cuts Aaron Feria's hair on Oct. 12 at The Lounge Barbershop in Arcadia. The barbershop is one of a growing number of Latino-owned businesses in the Trempealeau County city that is home to a fast-growing Latino population. (Photo by Julian Emerson) Latinos As Latino Populations Increase, Communities Are Also Seeing a Growth in Latino-owned Businesses
The post-war economic boom of the 1950s and 60s sharply increased Wisconsin crop production. In this photo from the Wisconsin Historical Society, Latino farm workers hoe a cucumber field near Wautoma in 1967. Economy From Farms to Factories to New Businesses, Latinos Have Made a Mark on Wisconsin’s Economy for More Than a Century
Harmful blue-green algae blooms, like this one seen on Lake Monona in Madison, are becoming more frequent along Lake Superior as climate change continues to make conditions right for the species to bloom. (Photo by JT Cestkowski) Climate How Climate Change Is Causing Harmful Algae Blooms on Lake Superior
Nada Elmikashfi, chief of staff to state Rep. Francesca Hong (D-Madison), is outspoken about racism and bias, even at the statehouse. (Photo by Christina Lieffring.) Politics Hostile Workplaces, Closed Minds, Hurtful Rhetoric—Welcome to the Wisconsin State Capitol
Politics Doctors to Ron Jonson: COVID-19 Is More Lethal Than the Flu
Politics Breaking Down Democrats’ Crowded 2022 Senate Field in Wisconsin

What you need to know about the five candidates declared and two others strongly considering runs against GOP Sen. Ron Johnson.

Olivia Stern Olivia Stern July 23, 2021 12:00 pm CDT
Politics Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes speaks at his US Senate campaign launch event July 20, 2021, in Milwaukee. (Photo by Olivia Stern)
Politics Lt. Gov. Barnes Joins Senate Race, Shaking Up Crowded Field

The announcement also casts an uncertain shadow on the 2022 governor’s race, as Gov. Tony Evers needs to find a new running mate.

Olivia Stern Olivia Stern July 20, 2021 5:06 pm CDT