Monday August 31, 2020 - Updated 4:39pm
Governor
- 4:09am
- Gov. Evers. Orders flags to half-staff in honor of Dane County Sheriff Deputy Treadwell.
- 3:47am
- WQOW. Gov. Evers orders flags to half-staff in honor of Dane County Sheriff Deputy Treadwell.
Budget
- 3:19pm
- Joint Finance Co-Chairs Darling, Nygren. Statement on fiscal year 2020 collections.
- 3:09pm
- DOR. Collections, fiscal year 2020.
- 3:04pm
- LFB. Preliminary 2019-20 general fund tax collections.
Legislative
- 4:18pm
- Rep. Subeck. Decries Republican delays to justice reform package.
- 3:43pm
- Rep. Considine. Listening and learning.
- 3:07pm
- Sen. Taylor. Frustrated at doing nothing...again.
- 3:07pm
- Sen. Smith. Statement on policing reform special session.
- 3:06pm
- Rep. Emerson. Calls out Republican inaction.
- 2:59pm
- Wisconsin Academy of Family Physicians. Announces "Friends of Family Medicine."
- 2:17pm
- Sen. Larson. Launches statewide petition demanding the legislature reconvene to take action on Wisconsin's multiple concurrent crises.
- 2:16pm
- Rep. Neubauer. Republicans refuse to act in special session on police reform.
- 2:09pm
- Sen. Feyen. Statement on special session.
- 2:04pm
- A Better Wisconsin Together. Statement on special session on police reform.
- 2:03pm
- Rep. Shankland. Statement on special session.
- 1:24pm
- Sen. Miller. Statement on the Special Session on Police Accountability and Transparency.
- 1:04pm
- Rep. Gruszynski. Another missed opportunity for the Legislature to lead.
- 1:02pm
- Sen. Wirch; Reps. Ohnstad, McGuire. Republicans turn a blind eye to justice reform.
- 12:58pm
- Gov. Evers. Statement on special session.
- 12:57pm
- Rep. Hintz. With the nation watching, Republicans give up on governing, refuse to take action.
- 12:56pm
- Rep. Vining. Supports meaningful policing reform.
- 12:55pm
- Sen. Bewley. Statement on today's special session.
- 12:54pm
- Rep. Hesselbein. Republicans give up on governing.
- 12:28pm
- Sen. Erpenbach. Now is not the time for Senate recess.
- 12:17pm
- League of Women Voters of Wisconsin. Encourages participation in special session.
- 11:12am
- Speaker Vos. Statement: Assembly Special Session.
- 1:08pm
- WISN. Wisconsin Republicans take no action on policing bills.
- 11:09am
- WTMJ. Wisconsin Republicans not expected to pass police reforms.
- 4:36am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 'We just need action, action, action': Milwaukee Bucks players say Wisconsin Republicans must seriously discuss police reform.
- 3:48am
- WKOW. No votes expected in special session on police reform.
- 3:32am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin Senate will 'gavel in' but won't vote on Evers' special session Monday.
State Agencies
- 4:17pm
- AG Kaul. Statement on the special session.
- 3:02pm
- DNR. Fall hunting and trapping season forecasts highlight hunter opportunities, notable changes to limits and zones.
- 2:58pm
- DVA. Nominations sought for Wisconsin Woman Veteran of the Year.
- 1:55pm
- DMA. Disasters don't wait. Make your plan today. September is Preparedness Month in Wisconsin.
- 12:22pm
- DNR. Enhancing ozone monitoring across Wisconsin.
- 12:21pm
- DFI Wisconsin's state-chartered banks report strong mid-year financial performance.
- 12:18pm
- DHS. Knowing the signs can help prevent drug overdose deaths.
- 10:15am
- DMA. Application period opens for local public safety answering points round two grant.
- 4:05am
- DNR. Elevated PFAS levels found in ditch downstream of JCI/Tyco.
- 12:23pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Firefighting foam manufacturer reports high PFAS levels in runoff ditch.
- 11:14am
- WISC. New law implements measures reducing use of PFAS-containing firefighting foam.
- 11:10am
- DNR. New restrictions on PFAS-containing firefighting foams effective Sept. 1
Economy/Business
- 3:48pm
- U.S. Gain. Fourth dairy RNG development project is operational.
- 1:01pm
- Wisconsin Farmers Union. Cherries, cows, and cognitive dissonance - oh, my!
- 3:24am
- CNBC. IRS guidelines put employers on the hook for Trump's payroll tax break.
Coronavirus
- 12:20pm
- DMA. 31 August Update: Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week.
- 4:08am
- Milwaukee Health Department. Collaborates with Common Ground.
- 9:16am
- Sheboygan Press. Wisconsin's Supreme Court raised doubts about local health officers' power to enforce orders. Some counties are trying to change that.
- 3:51am
- WCLO. Cedar Crest announces COVID-19 outbreak among residents and employees.
- 3:33am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. DHS: Percentage of positive COVID-19 tests up to 10.5 Sunday.
- 3:27am
- CNBC. Coronavirus cases climb in the Midwest as more states report growing outbreak.
- 3:25am
- Fox 11. Green Bay Correctional Institution has highest COVID-19 count at a Wisconsin prison.
- 3:23am
- Politico. States confront new Covid-19 challenge: Getting flu shots to apathetic Americans.
Statewide
- 10:54am
- Rep. Ohnstad. Statement on Trump visit.
- 4:10am
- Gov. Evers. Letter to President Trump regarding Kenosha visit.
- 4:06am
- Sen. Nass. Kenosha Professional Police Association releases details on Blake shooting.
- 1:07pm
- U.S. News & World Report. Americans divided over armed civilians who flock to protests.
- 9:34am
- Politico. Defying Wisconsin governor, Trump says he will still visit Kenosha.
- 4:25am
- AP. Trump seizes on protests as Dems blame him for tensions.
- 4:22am
- The Hill. Kenosha mayor prefers Trump not visit 'at this point in time.'
- 3:50am
- WTMJ. Hundreds join Blake family for justice rally in Kenosha.
- 3:50am
- WISN. UPFRONT recap: Kenosha mayor: Deaths, damage 'heartbreaking.'
- 3:49am
- WISN. Kenosha curfew extended through at least Wednesday morning.
- 3:48am
- WISC. Rally supporting police draws scores to downtown Kenosha.
- 3:37am
- USA Today. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers asks Donald Trump to 'reconsider' planned visit to Kenosha after Jacob Blake shooting. Wisconsin State Journal.
- 3:31am
- Washington Post. In Kenosha, Jacob Blake's shooting deepens longstanding resentments and fears.
- 3:29am
- USA Today. 'It's surreal in the worst possible way': Kenosha reels after Jacob Blake shooting and a week of violence.
- 3:26am
- Reuters. Democrats oppose Trump Wisconsin visit, president says 'strength' only answer.
- 3:21am
- Fox 6. 'Help rebuild what was lost:' Kenosha mayor seeks $30M from state after week of violent protests.
- 3:20am
- Fox 6. Kenosha police union says Jacob Blake was armed with a knife, DOJ won't say whether he was holding it.
Courts
- 3:12pm
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Calendar and case synopses - September 2020.
- 3:01pm
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Court interpreter orientation traning offered via Zoom, starting Sept. 13.
- 4:05am
- AG Kaul. Supports Dane County COVID-19 emergency order with amicus briefs.
- 4:35am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Wisconsin AG Josh Kaul files brief in support of Dane County emergency school closures.
Education
- 4:15pm
- Marquette University. To virtually host ninth annual Real Estate Strategies Conference.
- 1:56pm
- UW-Madison. Wisocnsin corn maze features resilient tardigrade.
- 12:27pm
- UW-River Falls. Equine breeding program mourns loss of Lil Ruf Rider.
- 10:14am
- School Choice Wisconsin. New study finds more positive effects of Parental Choice Program.
- 9:08am
- UW-Eau Claire. Tribal officer Wanda McFaggen to open 'Thursdays from the U' online series.
- 9:06am
- Association for Equity in Funding. Announces John Humphries is new Executive Director.
- 12:25pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Report: Wisconsin students feeling 'anxiety, stress and uncertainty' about start of school year.
- 4:34am
- Racine Journal Times. Burlington Area School District reports three COVID-19 cases; 85 people in quarantine.
- 3:46am
- WQOW. Eau Claire Schools delay start of virtual learning.
Local
- 1:04pm
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. Statement regarding memorial service for Deputy Rick Treadwell.
- 9:07am
- Kewaunee County. Seeks public input on housing study.
Congress
- 4:11am
- U.S. Rep. Grothman. Introduces bill enabling good Samaritans to save lives.
- 3:22am
- Politico. Ron Johnson: End of election security briefings not a big deal.
Politics
- 4:39pm
- Wisconsin Elections Commission. Wisconsin needs poll workers for November!
- 3:02pm
- Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. Announces Miller Park and Fiserv Forum as early voting centers for the 2020 General Election.
- 1:03pm
- RPW. ICYMI: Lt. Governor share stage with radicals threatening violence against police.
- 10:56am
- Vision Forward Association, Disability Rights Wisconsin, Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired, Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition. Event addreses unique issues faced by voters with disabilities in the 2020 election.
- 4:10am
- RPW. Statement on efforts to recall Evers.
- 1:15pm
- NBC 15. Madison to set up over 200 absentee voting drop-off sites at parks.
- 1:13pm
- CNBC. Milwaukee Bucks' arena granted approval to be voting location, co-owner Marc Lasry says.
- 9:10am
- City of Madison. Democracy in the Park event planned for September 26 & October 3.
- 4:25am
- U.S. News & World Report. When Trump talks law and order, some Wisconsin voters listen.
- 3:56am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Wisconsin officials press USPS for assurances on election-related mail.
- 3:35am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Recall effort launched against Evers. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
- 3:34am
- Fox 11. West files lawsuit in Brown Co. court to get on Wisconsin ballot.
- 3:32am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Rural Wisconsin delivered big for Donald Trump in 2016. Will it do so again?
Friday August 28, 2020
Governor
- 8:57am
- Gov. Evers. Wisconsin applies for Lost Wages Assistance Grant.
- 9:09am
- Fox 11. Wisconsin applies for lost wages assistance grant.
Legislative
- 2:37pm
- Rep. Considine. Statement on special session and task force.
- 1:10pm
- Sen. Fitzgerald. Statement on Special Session call.
- 11:17am
- Rep. Stubbs. Celebratig the 57th anniversary of the march on Washington for jobs and freedom.
- 10:12am
- Sen. Marklein. Column: Session recap: Healthcare.
- 2:52pm
- WISC. Wisconsin Senate to hold special session on police reform in wake of Jacob Blake shooting.
- 2:53am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin GOP leaders silent after call to convene Legislature for police policy changes.
State Agencies
- 2:38pm
- Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board. To hold Zoom meeting.
- 2:25pm
- Wisconsin Claims Board. Decisions.
- 1:12pm
- DATCP. AEA spotlight: Eau Claire County Golden Triangle promotes conservation through farm-to-farm network.
- 3:12am
- Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association. Applauds state effort to boost Wisconsin food producers, processors and aid food-insecure families.
- 2:56am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Environmental groups push for rule on firefighting foam, decry industry influence.
Economy/Business
- 9:10am
- AP. U.S. consumer spending rose a moderate 1.9% in July.
Coronavirus
- 11:29am
- Waukesha County Health and Human Services. And National Guard ramp up COVID-19 testing with start of school year.
- 8:58am
- Milwaukee Health Department. Phase 4.1 order update.
- 3:11am
- Racine Public Health. Issues guidance for employees returning to work following a COVID-19 infection.
- 2:49pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. DHS: Positive COVID-19 test rate jumps to 9.2%.
Statewide
- 4:12pm
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Governor and Attorney General should investigate potential crimes, civil rights violations committed by law enforcement during protests.
- 2:28pm
- Rep. Ohnstad. Statement on Evers in Kenosha.
- 2:27pm
- National Legal Aid & Defender Association. Public defense community praises athletes' actions following Jacob Blake shooting.
- 8:56am
- DOJ. UPDATE: Kenosha officer involved shooting.
- 3:20am
- Wisconsin Farmers Union. Reiterates call to address racism & systemic oppression.
- 3:19am
- Sen. Taylor. Encourages colleagues to take care of business.
- 3:10am
- Rep. Ohnstad. Statement on peaceful events.
- 3:09am
- DMA. Additional National Guard troops supporting civil authorities in Kenosha.
- 11:26am
- U.S. News. & World Report. Teen charged in Kenosha killings stalls return to Wisconsin.
- 11:24am
- USA Today. 'People's worst fears' came alive in Kenosha: Guns, militia inject chilling dimension into protests.
- 9:10am
- Reuters. Focus of latest U.S. racial flashpoint shifts to accused Kenosha vigilante.
- 3:00am
- U.S. News & World Report. Teen charged in Kenosha shootings that killed 2, wounded 1. ABC News.
- 2:59am
- AP. Police largely silent as outrage builds over Blake shooting.
- 2:58am
- AP. Kenosha shooting strains tie between Black residents, police.
- 2:57am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes says Kenosha now among cities like Charlottesville that have seen death in protests.
- 2:54am
- Politico. Sports stars' intensifying activism is a blow to Trump.
- 2:51am
- CBS 58. Reaction to Kenosha shooting deaths highlights partisan divide.
- 2:48am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Police, federal agents use unmarked vehicles in arrests of Kenosha protesters.
- 2:47am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin athletes won't be told to stick to sports.
- 2:46am
- WTMJ. Wisconsin police chiefs to Evers, Barnes: Stop making statements about Jacob Blake until facts are known.
- 2:45am
- WTMJ. Civil rights activist call arrest of Jacob Blake and Kyle Rittenhouse a "stark double standard."
- 2:42am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Evers defends protest response, tells gunmen to stay away from Kenosha.
- 2:40am
- WTMJ. Kenosha police arrest 9 people for "criminal activity related to the civil unrest" by bringing helmets, gas masks.
- 2:39am
- Fox 6. As Kenosha responds to historic protests, the city faces cyberattacks or 'hacktivism.'
- 2:35am
- WBAY. Kenosha officials laud peaceful protests; Gov. Evers tells armed bystanders to stay home.
Courts
- 3:54pm
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Accepts five new cases.
- 2:36pm
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. St. Ambrose Academy v. Joseph Parisi - Memo in support of petitioners' emergency petition for original action and emergency motion for temporary injunction.
- 2:35pm
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. St. Ambrose Academy v. Joseph Parisi - Emergency motion for temporary injunction.
- 2:34pm
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. St. Ambrose Academy v. Joseph Parisi - Emergency petition for original action.
Education
- 2:31pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Ranked in Money magazine's 'Best Colleges for your Money.'
- 2:27pm
- Milwaukee Health Department. School plans update.
- 11:18am
- DPI Supt. Stanford Taylor. Change can happen.
- 9:09am
- USA Today. Chaos reigns in some schools with in-person learning. Many kids are learning at home.
- 4:00am
- Cap Times. UW limits size of in-person events for student orgs this fall.
- 2:47am
- WJFW. Pandemic forces schools to make transportation changes.
- 2:38am
- WQOW. Eau Claire Area School District facing technology shortage, finding solution.
- 2:37am
- WQOW. Thorp schools opening 2 weeks later than scheduled due to positive COVID cases.
- 2:36am
- WEAU. Eau Claire City Attorney: Health Order doesn't prohibit high school football.
Local
- 3:06pm
- Milwaukee Ald. Rainey. Proud and determined Milwaukee marchers make it to Washington, D.C.
- 8:59am
- Wisconsin Policy Forum. Healthier city reserves could cushion the blow of COVID-19.
Congress
- 3:55pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Calls out Trump administration's constant, dangerous political interference in COVID-19 response.
- 2:45pm
- AP. Health agencies' credibility at risk after week of blunders.
- 3:08am
- The Hill. GAO report says cutting census timeframe is a threat to its accuracy.
Politics
- 2:39pm
- Opportunity Wisconsin. As the RNC concludes, Wisconsinites tell President Trump to stop putting the interests of the wealthy and well-connected over working Wisconsinites.
- 2:30pm
- Wisconsin Voices. Empowers Wisconsin residents with two new digital voter registration platforms. Fact Sheet.
- 10:13am
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. Wisconsin contributors gave most to Democratic electioneering groups in first half of 2020.
- 2:50am
- Spectrum News. Voters in Wisconsin's purple 'BOW' counties are not swayed by the RNC.
- 2:49am
- Fox 6. 'We are ground zero:' Focus on battleground Wisconsin apparent for both parties as RNC concludes.
Thursday August 27, 2020
Legislative
- 12:54pm
- Mliwaukee Ald. Rainey. Troubling proposal seeks to harm cities that reduce funding for police.
- 12:48pm
- Sen. Ringhand, Rep. Vruwink, DOT releases U.S. 12 Whitewater bypass road safty audit
- 10:53am
- Milwaukee Ald. Zamarripa. The world is watching, and the Legislature's silence and inaction is deafening.
- 9:48am
- Sens. Fitzgerald, Roth. Statement on the retirement of Senate Chief Clerk Jeff Renk.
- 9:18am
- NextGen Wisconsin. Digital spend uplifts Milwauke Bucks' demand for legislative response to Jacob Blake.
- 9:46am
- Racine Journal Times. Republicans craft their own police reform bills after ignoring governor's call for special session.
- 4:14am
- The Hill. Milwaukee Bucks demand Wisconsin legislature reconvene after boycott. WTMJ.
State Agencies
- 4:19pm
- PSC. Releases draft order requiring utilities to submit electric vehicle and charger plans.
- 1:27pm
- DOT. Wisconsin bicycle route recognized by national organization.
- 11:37am
- DATCP. Announces recipients of Food Security Initiative Grants.
- 10:56am
- Various Environmental Groups. Letter to Natural Resources Board on PFAS emergency rule.
- 10:52am
- DOT. Seeks public comment on 2020 ADA Transition Plan.
- 10:15am
- DHS. Horses test positive for eastern equine encephalitis virus in Wisconsin.
- 9:25am
- WEDC. Branches LLC receives $25,000 state grant to assist with international market customization.
Economy/Business
- 4:10pm
- Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association . Wisconsin Community Health Centers receive $1.24 million in Quality Improvement Awards.
- 9:45am
- AP. More than 1 million Americans file for unemployment, again.
- 3:57am
- USA Today. More temporary layoffs could become permanent, prolonging recovery from COVID-19 slump.
- 3:54am
- Beloit Daily News. Jobless rates dropped dramatically from high in April.
Coronavirus
- 3:25pm
- Fox 11. 7-day average of coronavirus cases in Wisconsin rises for 3rd straight day.
- 4:41am
- Portage Daily Register. Virus activity remains high according to Columbia County report.
- 3:56am
- Wisconsin State Journal. UW-Madison releases COVID-19 test results in new data dashboard.
- 3:56am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin universities begin reporting cases of COVID-19.
- 3:52am
- Appleton Post Crescent. Wisconsin ads 768 new coronavirus cases Wednesday, six more deaths.
- 3:46am
- Green Bay Press-Gazette. COVID-19 activity levels remain high in Door, Kewaunee counties.
- 3:45am
- WKBT. Health officials in Wisconsin, seven other states trace dozens of COVID cases to Sturgis rally.
- 3:43am
- NBC 15. New COVID-19 cases creep up as percent-positive pushes recent highs.
- 3:42am
- Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. Almost half in EC county who have had virus are in their 20s.
Statewide
- 3:39pm
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Calls for immediate resignation of Kenosha Police Chief and Kenosha County Sheriff for failed response to attempted murder of Jacob Blake.
- 2:51pm
- Citizen Action of Wisconsin. Everyone with love in their hearts must do more to interrupt systemic racism.
- 2:07pm
- U.S. Rep. Grothman. Statement on Kenosha destruction.
- 1:37pm
- Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus. Responds to the shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 1:28pm
- Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans. Wisconsin retirees horrified by senseless shootings.
- 12:53pm
- Badger State Sheriffs Association, WI Chiefs of Police Association, WI Sheriff's and Deputy Sheriff's Association, WI Police Executive Group. Letter to Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes regarding press releases and statements in reference to the Kenosha police involved shooting.
- 12:50pm
- Gov. Evers. States providing additional support to Wisconsin for Kenosha protests.
- 9:21am
- No Better Friend Corp. Kevin Nicholson condemns Wisconsin Governor's lack of leadership in a new podcast with former Madison Police Chief Koval.
- 9:19am
- Racine Police Department. Infomation sharing.
- 4:40am
- Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. Statement on the violence in Kenosha.
- 4:39am
- Sen. Carpenter. Statement on the shooting of Jacob Blake, the damage to Kenosha, and the special session.
- 4:38am
- DOJ. UPDATE: Kenosha officer involved shooting.
- 4:35am
- Speaker Vos; Sen Wanggaard; Reps. August, Kerkman, Wittke. (Updated) Increased law enforcement, National Guard in Kenosha.
- 1:04pm
- AP. Vigilante calls on social media before deadly Kenosha attack.
- 12:58pm
- Wausau Daily Herald. Packers cancel practice in aftermath of social injustice protests.
- 11:36am
- The Hill. Pelosi questions level of Trump 'responsibility' after 'brazen' shooting of Wisconsin protesters.
- 10:54am
- The Hill. Top Pence aide calls NBA player strike over Jacob Blake shooting 'absurd' and 'silly.'
- 10:13am
- The Hill. Wisconsin sheriff says he rebuffed requests to deputize armed citizens.
- 9:57am
- Reuters. Wisconsin city calm but police shooting reverberates across U.S.
- 4:22am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 17-year-old suspect in Kenosha shooting was too young to open carry in Wisconsin, might still raise self-defense.
- 4:20am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Kyle Rittenhouse, charged in Kenosha protest homicides, considered himself militia.
- 4:18am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Wisconsin AG Josh Kaul said Jacob Blake had knife in car but would not clarify if responding officers knew about it. NBC News.
- 4:16am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says 2 Kenosha deaths are 'because of Tony Evers' actions.' WKOW.
- 4:13am
- AP. Games stop again, this time players decide when they resume.
- 4:12am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. NBA cancels playoff games after Bucks refuse to leave locker room. Spectrum News.
- 4:12am
- Yahoo Sports. Wisconsin AD Barry Alvarez 'proud' of Bucks, Brewers for racial justice stand - 'Things have to be corrected.'
- 4:11am
- ESPN. Wisconsin lieutenant governor tells Bucks to call 'for action at every level of government.'
- 4:10am
- Fox 6. 'The world can't go on:' Detroit Lions skip practice after discussing shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 4:08am
- The Hill. Justice Dept. launches civil rights investigation into Jacob Blake shooting.
- 4:07am
- AP. 3 MLB games postponed, players decide after Kenosha shooting.
- 4:06am
- CNBC. Milwaukee Brewers postpone Wednesday's game following police shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 4:03am
- The Hill. Democratic senator: Violence in Wisconsin 'not advancing the cause of racial justice.'
- 4:02am
- New York Times. Biden condemns racism and says that 'burning down communities is not protest.'
- 4:01am
- Fox 6. Demonstrations continue for 4th straight night following Kenosha police shooting.
- 3:55am
- CBS 58. For some Wisconsin Republicans, Kenosha situation overshadows RNC.
- 3:51am
- WKOW. Wednesday protest peaceful as community leaders, activists split over protest tactics.
- 3:50am
- WKOW. 'My heart breaks,' Gov. Evers responds to deadly shooting in Kenosha.
- 3:49am
- Fox 11. Gallagher address police brutality as Kenosha shooting overshadows RNC.
- 3:47am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Gov. Tony Evers doubles National Guard presence in Kenosha.
Courts
- 2:40pm
- AG Kaul. Secures early court victory against Trump administration attack on pandemic relief funds for public schools.
- 4:34am
- Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty. Wis. Council of Religious and Indep. Schools v. Heinrich - Memo in support.
- 4:33am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Wis. Council of Religious and Indep. Schools v. Heinrich - Emergency petition for an original action.
- 4:32am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Wis. Council of Religious and Indep. Schools v. Heinrich - Petitioners' appendix.
- 4:31am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Wis. Council of Religious and Indep. Schools v. Heinrich - Emergency motion for a temporary injunction.
- 4:30am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Wis. Council of Religious and Indep. Schools v. Heinrich - order.
- 1:00pm
- Cap Times. Lawsuits challenge Public Health's authority to close private schools.
- 3:46am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Parents, private schools ask state Supreme Court to toss order limiting in-person school.
- 3:44am
- NBC 15. Dane Co. digging in for a fight over in-person class ban.
Education
- 4:08pm
- DPI. 5 educators selected as 2021 Wisconsin Teachers of the Year.
- 12:49pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Continuing Education announces COVID-19 protocols.
- 12:47pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Virtual reading intervention program supports area youth.
- 11:25am
- Marquette University. Professors receive $3 million grant for research on exercise in older adults.
- 9:22am
- UW-La Crosse. Big bang for their buck.
- 2:17pm
- USA Today. 'I hope school isn't canceled': Moving in for college, with the fall semester in doubt.
- 12:56pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin college cancels vice president commencement address.
- 4:27am
- WAOW. Fewer teachers across the country and in Wisconsin.
Local
- 9:49am
- American Lung Association. Four Wisconsin fire stations featured in first Fight For Air Climb Firefighter Calendar.
- 3:43am
- Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. County monthly furloughs likely to continue this year.
Congress
- 3:29pm
- CNBC. Democrats and White House are at a 'tragic impasse' on coronavirus stimulus after Pelosi-Meadows call.
Politics
- 3:41pm
- Winker for 38th Assembly. It's way past time for the Assembly to get back to work.
- 2:07pm
- Ballweg for 14th Senate. Endorsed by Rebecca Kleefisch.
- 12:55pm
- Opportunity Wisconsin. President Trump's economic agenda has spoiled Wisconsin's dairyland.
- 9:42am
- Kern for 73rd Assembly. Lack of leadership leads to UI failure.
- 4:03am
- New York Times. How chaos in Kenosha is already swaying some voters in Wisconsin.
- 4:00am
- U.S. News & World Report. Pence defends police at convention amid rising race tension.
- 3:58am
- Politico. 'It's playing into Trump's hands': Dems fear swing-state damage from Kenosha unrest.
- 3:53am
- NBC News. RNC focus on trade, regulations comes up short for factories, farmers and fishermen.
Wednesday August 26, 2020
Governor
- 4:29am
- Gov. Evers. Appoints Nia Trammell and David Conway to the Dane County Circuit Court.
Legislative
- 4:08pm
- Sen. Larson. The human cost of obstruction.
- 3:44pm
- Rep. Tusler. Letter to DNR regarding Brillion Nature Center.
- 12:38pm
- Wisconsin Conservation Voters. Call on legislative leaders to hold session on police violence and systemic racism.
- 12:03pm
- Sen. Wanggaard. Unveils Public Safety "PACT." Leg. Council Memo.
- 10:50am
- Sen. Smith. Column: It's time to act on student debt.
- 10:16am
- Sen. Kapenga. Introduces parental choice bill for 2020-21 school year.
- 9:25am
- Wisconsin Towns Association. Senator Marklein receives Friend of Towns Award.
- 3:53am
- Spectrum News. Why Wisconsin police accountability bills may sit untouched.
State Agencies
- 10:33am
- DNR. Lower Wisconsin Riverway receives international designation.
Economy/Business
- 11:58am
- DWD. July local employment and unemployment data released.
- 4:38am
- Wisconsin Economic Development Association. Brian Doudna resigns.
- 1:14pm
- NBC 26. Survey: Wisconsin businesses say school district plans impact workforce.
- 3:54am
- Brownfield Ag News. Wisconsin bankers see fewer farm loans & lots of PPP in 2nd quarter.
Coronavirus
- 3:46pm
- Fox Cities Chamber, Fox Cities CVB. Fox Cities organizations launch video campaign encouraging healthy habits amid COVID-19.
- 10:35am
- The Hill. CDC says asymptomatic people don't need testing, draws criticism from experts.
- 10:09am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. More than a quarter of inmates at Green Bay prison test positive for COVID-19.
- 10:07am
- Marshfield News Herald. Wisconsin officials won't be naming schools that have COVID-19 outbreaks, or say how big they are.
- 4:00am
- NBC 26. Businesses asked to rollback capacity in Fond du Lac Co.
Statewide
- 4:43pm
- Speaker Vos; Sen. Wanggaard; Reps. August, Kerkman, Wittke. Increased law enforcement, National Guard in Kenosha.
- 4:16pm
- Rep Bowen. Statement on vigilante murders in Kenosha.
- 4:15pm
- Rep. Hutton. Statement on recent events in Kenosha.
- 3:49pm
- Rep. McGuire. Statement on violence in Kenosha.
- 3:48pm
- Wisconsin Public Education Network. The children are watching. Let them see us do the right thing.
- 3:44pm
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Issues statement after fatalities in Kenosha.
- 2:36pm
- Sen. Stroebel. Governor Evers' failure worsens the situation in Kenosha.
- 2:24pm
- AG Kaul. Statement on Kenosha shooting.
- 2:01pm
- U.S. Rep. Steil, U.S. Sen. Johnson. Comment on Evers accepting assistance for Kenosha from President Trump.
- 1:36pm
- Gov. Evers. Releases statement regarding shooting in Kenosha.
- 1:19pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Statement on Kenosha violence.
- 1:07pm
- Rep. Ohnstad. Statement on overnight gun violence.
- 1:07pm
- Rep. Brostoff. Statement on police-abetted terrorism in Kenosha.
- 12:45pm
- Gov. Evers. Authorizes additional Wisconsin National Guard support for Kenosha County.
- 12:00pm
- Rep. Dittrich. Expresses outrage at Kenosha response.
- 11:09am
- Sen. Wanggaard. Letter to Gov. Evers.
- 10:52am
- Sen. Johnson. Republicans fail to protect our communities, ignore calls for racial justice.
- 9:24am
- Sen. Wirch. Statement.
- 4:44am
- Rep. Skowronski. Statement on Kenosha officer-involved shooting and civil unrest.
- 4:31am
- Sen. Wanggaard, Rep. Kerkman. Follow-up letter to Gov. Evers requesting additional help.
- 4:00pm
- AP. Bucks players don't take the court for NBA playoff game.
- 2:44pm
- AP. 17-year-old arrested after 2 killed during unrest in Kenosha.
- 1:39pm
- Reuters. Teen arrested in shooting deaths at Wisconsin protest against police brutality.
- 1:10pm
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Illinois teen charged with homicide in killings of two people during Kenosha protests.
- 12:42pm
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Kenosha updates: Suspect in Tuesday shooting in Kenosha identified as 17-year-old from Illinois.
- 12:36pm
- WTMJ. President Trump says Governor Tony Evers has accepted federal assistance over Kenosha unrest.
- 12:34pm
- The Hill. GOP senator: Wisconsin governor should accept help from Trump to quell violence.
- 10:41am
- Reuters. Two dead as gunfire erupts at Wisconsin protests over shooting of Black man.
- 10:10am
- WTMJ. Kenosha Co. Board of Supervisors sends letter to Gov. Evers requesting more National Guardsmen amid growing unrest.
- 10:08am
- Cap Times Seeking 'lasting justice': As Kenosha navigates police shooting, Madison is poised to act on police accountability measures.
- 4:46am
- WXOW. Demonstrators gather at Riverside Park over Kenosha officer-involved shooting.
- 4:43am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Small Kenosha businesses, Department of Corrections building burned to the ground, countless others vandalized.
- 4:39am
- WISC. Gov. Evers urges 'peacefully and safely' protesting, says he'll up National Guard presence.
- 4:12am
- The Hill. Blake family launching civil suit against Wisconsin police department.
- 4:12am
- New York Times. Three people shot, one fatally, on third night of unrest in Kenosha, Wis.
- 4:06am
- USA Today. 1 shot dead and at least 2 injured in Kenosha during protests; police looking for man armed with a long gun.
- 4:04am
- Reuters. Wisconsin unrest flares for third night over police shooting of Black man.
- 4:02am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Reports of shots fired as marches, protests continue against Jacob Blake shooting in Kenosha. Fox 6.
- 3:59am
- NBC 15. Hundreds turn out for downtown Madison protests.
- 3:58am
- WISN. Jacob Blake's family, attorney call for healing, accountability.
- 3:55am
- Politico. Lindsey Graham questions why Jacob Blake 'didn't yield' in Wisconsin police shooting.
- 3:52am
- WKOW. 'No justification' lawmakers react to capitol vandalism for the second time this year.
- 3:51am
- CBS 58. Gov. Evers declares state of emergency in Wisconsin following unrest across state.
Courts
- 3:47pm
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. Statement on lawsuit filed against Public Health Madison-Dane County's latest emergency order.
- 2:35pm
- Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty. Asks Wisconsin Supreme Court to invalidate Dane County school closure order.
- 4:33am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. James v. Heinrich - petition for an original action.
- 4:32am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. James v. Heinrich - Order.
- 4:00am
- WISC. Lawsuit filed against head of PHMDC over emergency order requiring virtual start to school year.
- 3:58am
- CBS 58. Mayor Barrett, County Executive Crowley react to lawsuit challenging statewide mask mandate.
- 3:49am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Conservative group files lawsuit that would strike down Wisconsin's mask mandate.
Education
- 3:50pm
- Edgewood College. Executive Speaker Series: Women's leadership during COVID-19.
- 3:43pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Grant helps assist at-risk preschoolers.
- 12:34pm
- UW System President Thompson Memo to Public Health Madison & Dane County regarding fall preparations.
- 12:04pm
- UW-Stout. Dietetics, packaging grads start ready-to-drink mocktail company.
- 12:01pm
- UW-Madison. Experts design masks for campus from scratch.
- 10:12am
- UW System President Thompson. Investing in UW System will renew the Wisconsin Idea.
- 9:26am
- UW-Eau Claire. Recreation, sport operations closed to community during first semester.
- 9:23am
- UW-Eau Claire. Continuing Education announces September program offerings.
- 4:28am
- WSAW. Schools spend milllions on extra staffing, safety technology and more as first day of school approaches.
- 4:21am
- NBC 15. UW-Madison students gear up for remote courses, question why tuition isn't any cheaper.
- 4:20am
- Beloit Daily News. Beloit College to offer tuition free classes for ninth and tenth semesters.
- 4:01am
- WKBT. Petition requests School District of La Crosse bring back fall sports, school officials firm in decision to postpone.
- 3:49am
- Twin Cities Pioneer Press. Western Wisconsin high schools giving fall sports a shot.
- 3:47am
- Wisconsin Dells Events. Wisconsin Dells School Board approves back to school plan with 'soft start' for first two weeks.
Local
- 2:27pm
- Choose Life Wisconsin. Issues another round of funding from sale of Choose Life plates.
- 4:37am
- League of Women Voters of Greater Green Bay. Bell ringing centennial celebration for the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
Congress
- 11:08am
- Opportunity Wisconsin. Rep. Gwen Moore joins in roundtable on rising eviction rates in Milwaukee County as President Trump fails Wisconsin with botched COVID response.
- 4:53am
- Politico. 'The other crisis': Mayors fear undercounts as census deadline looms.
Politics
- 1:37pm
- Opportunity Wisconsin. President Trump's heroes are billionaires, not essential workers.
- 11:59am
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. Wisconsin contributors gave $2.7M in first half of 2020 to shadowy electioneering groups.
- 3:47am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin manufacturing owner, dairy farmer sing Trump's praises at RNC.
Tuesday August 25, 2020
Governor
- 2:47pm
- Gov. Evers. Declares State of Emerency in Wisconsin.
- 3:55pm
- Fox 11. State of emergency issued following statewide protests.
Legislative
- 1:43pm
- Rep. Ramthun. Statement on public safety incident within 59th District.
- 1:09pm
- Patched. Vos' inaction facilitates re-victimization of trauma survivors.
- 11:59am
- Rep. Dittrich. Celebrates 100th anniversary of 19th Amendment with youth in DC.
- 9:24am
- Rep. Considine. Statement on shooting and special session.
- 3:48am
- Milwaukee Common Council. Letter to Sen. Fitzgerald, Speaker Vos regarding Special Session.
- 4:40am
- WTMJ. Wisconsin State Assembly Speaker Robin Vos creates task force on racial disparities.
State Agencies
- 3:48pm
- PSC. Announces 2020 Energy Statistics Book.
- 2:14pm
- Wisconsin Lottery. All or Nothing midday draw $100,000 top prize win.
- 2:13pm
- OCI. Task Force wraps up first round of meetings, begins framing policy options for governor.
- 1:23pm
- DNR. Seeks input on water quality standards.
- 10:41am
- DNR. Mourning dove, early teal and early grouse seasons open Sept. 1.
Economy/Business
- 1:04pm
- Wisconsin Bankers Association. WI bank customers leverage industry strength during pandemic.
- 4:06am
- DWD. Releases information on unemployment data.
- 1:13pm
- CNBC. More pain ahead for landlords as restaurant bankruptcies poised to balloon in coming months.
- 1:12pm
- CNBC. More pain ahead for landlords as restaurant bankruptcies poised to ballon in coming months.
- 11:03am
- USA Today. 'The hardest message': American Airlines to lay off 17,500 frontline workers due to coronavirus travel slump.
- 9:31am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Unemployed workers struggling to cover basic expenses as week 5 without $600 federal supplement begins.
- 4:19am
- Sheboygan Press. Can crush: Wisconsin craft brewers weather spike in demand, rising costs, dwindling supply of aluminum cans.
- 3:32am
- Beloit Daily News. Unemployment benefit filings remain high in Wisconsin.
- 3:27am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Wisconsin music venues won't open soon. There's a push for Gov. Tony Evers to offer financial aid.
- 3:22am
- USA Today. 'We shouldn't have to beg': Americans struggle without unemployment aid as Congress stalls on extending benefits.
Coronavirus
- 1:25pm
- DVA. Letter to Union Grove community regarding COVID-19.
- 1:15pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Sawyer County sees more COVID-19 cases in August than all prior months since the pandemic began.
- 9:29am
- Wisconsin Public Health. Madison hospitals, public health concerned about possible 'twindemic.'
- 4:13am
- Baraboo News Republic. Baraboo library closes doors over COVID-19 concerns, health officer says cases headed in 'wrong direction.'
- 3:45am
- Fox 11. Additional 132 positive COVID-19 tests returned from Green Bay Correctional Institution.
- 3:44am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. New milestone approaches as county remains COVID-19 hotspot.
Statewide
- 3:52pm
- City of Kenosha. Transit to end service early August 25-29, City Hall closed to walk-in service.
- 3:51pm
- Rep. Felzkowski. Statement on Governor Evers' twelfth hour reaction. Letter.
- 3:24pm
- Sen. Craig. The violence must stop the Evers administration must wake up and act.
- 2:15pm
- Wisconsin District Attorneys' Association. Staetment on Kenosha officer involved shooting.
- 2:12pm
- Rep. Ohnstad. Statement on recent events in Kenosha.
- 1:42pm
- Gov. Evers. Statement on last night's protests.
- 1:41pm
- Sen. Wanggaard, Rep. Kerkman. Letter to Gov. Evers regarding additional resources.
- 1:28pm
- Sen. Kapenga. Holy mackerel Governor Evers, can you please get to work and lead!
- 1:27pm
- Wisconsin Faith Voices for Justice. Statement on the shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 10:50am
- State Public Defender Thompson. Statement on Jacob Blake shooting.
- 10:34am
- Sen. Marklein. Statement on ANOTHER attack on the Capitol and MORE broken office windows.
- 10:33am
- AFSCME Wisconsin. Statement rebuking the shooting of Jacob Blake by the Kenosha Police.
- 9:50am
- Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway. Statement on night of unrest.
- 9:24am
- Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association, Badger State Sheriffs Association, Wisconsin Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Association. Statement regarding the officer involved shooting in Kenosha.
- 4:23am
- Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Statement on the police shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 4:08am
- Wisconsin Professional Police Association. Statement following the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha.
- 3:54am
- Green Bay Packers. Statement regarding shooting in Kenosha.
- 1:21pm
- WTMJ. Local business owners find livelihoods smashed following second night of Kenosha unrest.
- 1:18pm
- Reuters. Wisconsin city braces for third night of protests over police shooting of Black man.
- 1:16pm
- Sheboygan Press. Bryan Steil, Ron Johnson call on Tony Evers to maintain order in Kenosha.
- 9:42am
- AP. Jacob Blake's dad says son left paralyzed by police shooting.
- 4:32am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Protesters light dumpster fires, smash windows on Capitol Square; police bring out tear gas.
- 4:17am
- Yahoo Sports. 'This is why we don't feel safe': NBA, NFL speak out on Jacob Blake shooting.
- 3:58am
- WCLO. Peaceful protest in Beloit expresses frustration, sadness over Jacob Blake's shooting.
- 3:57am
- WISC. This is not a riot, this is a revolution': Protests continue in downtown Madison following shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 3:56am
- NBC 26. Packers issue statement on Kenosha police shooting.
- 3:55am
- WBAY. Tensions rise at demonstration in Appleton for Jacob Blake.
- 3:42am
- U.S. News & World Report. Kenosha delayed body cameras for years before Blake shooting.
- 3:39am
- AP. Kenosha protesters, police clash again after Black man shot. Wisconsin Public Radio.
- 3:38am
- Reuters. Wisconsin unrest flares for second night over police shooting of Black man. USA Today.
- 3:35am
- Fox 6. 'When is it going to stop?' For 2nd night, protesters demand change in the name of Jacob Blake. Spectrum News.
- 3:26am
- Washington Post. Amid independent inquiry of Jacob Blake's shooting, advocates question Wisconsin's police reviews.
- 3:25am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 'I don't think we should be talking about basketball': Bucks respond to police shooting of Jacob Blake.
Courts
- 10:20am
- Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty. Sues Governor Evers over second COVID-19 emergency declaration.
- 10:44am
- Cap Times. Conserative firm seeks to overturn latest public health declaration, Wisconsin mask mandate.
- 10:35am
- WTMJ. Lawsuit seeks repeal of Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' mask mandate.
Education
- 3:17pm
- Milwaukee Health Department. Back to School Fairs.
- 1:26pm
- Nurse Disrupted. Partners with Marquette University in fight against COVID-19.
- 1:10pm
- Viterbo University, UW-La Crosse, Western Technical College, La Crosse County Health Dept. Shared statement: Fall 2020 - return to campus.
- 12:34pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Chancellor delivers state-of-the-university message.
- 12:00pm
- Marquette University. Milwaukee City Development Commissioner goes "On the Issues" Aug. 26.
- 10:31am
- UW-Eau Claire. Faculty, staff receive 2020 excellence awards.
- 10:30am
- Wisconsin Conference of the American Association of University Professors. Statement on fall 2020 reopenings.
- 9:25am
- Kewaunee County. Hundreds of kids helped with school supplies.
- 3:48am
- MPS. Indefinitely suspends district athletics.
- 10:45am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Private schools push back against Dane County schools order; legal challenges expected.
- 4:12am
- Janesville Gazette. Janesville schools shuffle staff as virtual enrollment soars.
- 3:40am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Milwaukee Public Schools suspends the start of fall sports indefinitely due to pandemic.
- 3:39am
- Chippewa Herald. Madison elected officials ask: Why bring UW-Madison students back when outbreak is inevitable?
- 3:33am
- Wisconsin Watch. Wisconsin's rural students face a digital divide as some return to screens instead of school.
- 3:30am
- WISC. UW System president, bar-and-restaurant groups ask Wisconsin businesses to 'encourage responsible behavior' amid fall return of 170,000 students.
- 3:29am
- Appleton Post Crescent. Appleton virtual charter school's enrollment nearly doubles ahead of 2020-21 school year.
- 3:28am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Kenosha schools will now start the year in person, bucking trend.
Local
- 1:24pm
- Madison Police and Fire Commission. Statement on Chief of Police search.
- 1:05pm
- Milwaukee Health Department. Keenan Sexual Health Clinic temporarily closed due to power outage.
Congress
- 12:35pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. And Senate Democrats' climate committee releases new report on climate action, plan to build clean economy for American people.
- 9:27am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Calls on Postmaster General to reverse harmful changes that have caused mail delivery delays in Wisconsin.
- 4:20am
- U.S. Rep. Grothman. Postmaster General: "We have plenty of operating capital right now to get through November."
Politics
- 10:32am
- Hinkfuss for 4th Assembly. Labor backs.
- 3:41am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Use of absentee ballot drop boxes in Wisconsin is expanding as concerns over mail delivery mount.
- 3:36am
- WISN. Former Lt. Governor addresses Kenosha police shooting at MAGA event.
- 3:33am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Limited role expected for Wisconsin Republicans at national convention this week.
Monday August 24, 2020
Kenosha Shooting
- 5:02pm
- Rep. Hesselbein. Statement on Kenosha shooting and Special Session.
- 5:01pm
- Rep. Hebl. On the shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 5:00pm
- Sen. Smith. Reacts to Evers' call for Special Session on police reform.
- 4:58pm
- Rep. Bowen. Statement on shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 4:57pm
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. Statement regarding Sunday evening police shooting in Kenosha.
- 4:49pm
- Sen. Stroebel. Statement on Kenosha shooting.
- 4:48pm
- Citizen Action of Wisconsin. Statement on the racist police shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 4:38pm
- Rep. Spreitzer. Reiterates support for June 2020 policing reform package, applauds Governor's Special Session call following the shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 4:23pm
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Statement on the deployment of National Guard to Kenosha.
- 4:21pm
- Rep. Subeck. Cites need for urgent action on police use of force; Supports Governor's call for Special Session.
- 3:56pm
- Rep. Allen. Statement on shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 3:55pm
- Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. Statement on the shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 3:21pm
- RPW. Reacts to violence in Kenosha.
- 3:20pm
- Rep. Stubbs. Statement on Kenosha Police Department shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 3:18pm
- Voces de la Frontera Action. Statement on the police shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 3:17pm
- Rep. Kerkman. Statement regarding the police officer-involved shooting in Kenosha on August 23.
- 3:16pm
- Rep. Emerson. Statement on Evers' call for Special Session.
- 3:14pm
- Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway. Statement on the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha.
- 3:13pm
- City of Madison. Council leadership statement on shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 2:59pm
- Racine Common Council, Racine County Board. City and county officials release statement on shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 2:57pm
- Sen. Nass. Kenosha officer-involved shooting and Governor Evers Special Session call.
- 2:25pm
- Rep. Sinicki. Statement regarding Special Session on law enforcement accountability.
- 2:24pm
- Sen. Erpenbach. We don't need a taskforce.
- 2:22pm
- Speaker Vos. Statement: Special Session call.
- 2:21pm
- Opportunity Wisconsin. Statement on Jacob Blake.
- 2:20pm
- Milwaukee County Sup. Supreme Moore Omokunde. Statement on the shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 2:11pm
- Gov. Evers. Wisconsin National Guard to support local law enforcement in Kenosha.
- 1:50pm
- Rep. Dittrich. Statement regarding Kenosha unrest.
- 1:38pm
- Wisconsin AFL-CIO. Statement on Kenosha police shooting.
- 1:27pm
- AG Kaul. Statement on Kenosha shooting.
- 1:17pm
- Gov. Evers. Signs Executive Order calling Special Session on policing accountabliity and transparency.
- 1:02pm
- Rep. Ohnstad. Statement on overnight unrest following shooting.
- 12:42pm
- Speaker Vos. Statement: Kenosha officer-involved shooting, announces task force.
- 12:12pm
- Rep. Brostoff. Statement on police shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 12:10pm
- Milwaukee Ald. Zamarripa. Statement on the police shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 11:20am
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. Jacob Blake and the George Floyds of Wisconsin.
- 11:16am
- Rep. McGuire. Statement on Kenosha shooting unrest.
- 11:11am
- Sen. Wanggaard. Statement on shooting in Kenosha.
- 11:11am
- Rep. Neubauer. Statement on the shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 10:34am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Statement on the officer-involved shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha on Sunday.
- 10:05am
- Rep. Steineke. Responds to Kenosha shooting.
- 10:01am
- Rep. Hintz. Statement on Kenosha shooting.
- 9:59am
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Issues statement after shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha.
- 9:50am
- Sen. Wirch. Statemetn on police shooting in Kenosha.
- 4:10am
- DOJ. Update: Kenosha officer involved shooting.
- 4:09am
- Rep. Ohnstad. Statement on officer-involved shooting in Kenosha.
- 4:08am
- Rep. McGuire. Statement on Kenosha officer-involved shooting.
- 4:01am
- Gov. Evers. Releases statement on Kenosha shooting.
- 2:17pm
- CNBC. Joe Biden says Kenosha cops 'must be held accountable' for shooting Black man Jacob Blake in the back.
- 2:14pm
- Wisconsin State Journal. Tony Evers, Mandela Barnes call for special session on police reform bills following shooting of Black Kenosha man.
- 2:09pm
- Racine Journal Times. Rep. Neubauer 'joining people in the street;' Wanggaard says 'let law and reason...guide next step.'
- 2:07pm
- Marshfield News Herald. Tony Evers calls special session on reducing police brutality after shooting of Jacob Blake.
- 1:08pm
- U.S. News & World Report. Police shooting lays bare Wisconsin's deep partisan divide.
- 11:55am
- WQOW. Senators Johnson and Baldwin call for investigation into Kenosha shooting.
- 11:54am
- WISC. State Street businesses damaged following Kenosha officer-involved shooting.
- 11:34am
- Racine Journal Times. Jacob Blake's family has retained prominent Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump.
- 11:30am
- AP. Protests erupt after Wisconsin police shoot Black man. The Hill.
- 4:34am
- USA Today. Black man shot multiple times by Wisconsin police; video of incident sparks social media backlash, protests.
- 4:08am
- Reuters. Black man shot, injured by police in Wisconsin city, curfew imposed.
- 4:07am
- New York Times. Police shooting of Black man in Wisconsin, captured on video, is investigated.
- 4:05am
- Racine Journal Times. Gov. Evers compares Kenosha shooting to deaths of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd.
- 4:04am
- WTMJ. Crowds protest in wake of officer-involved shooting that left one man injured.
- 4:03am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Kenosha police shoot Black man; video appears to show officer firing several shots into his back at close range.
Governor
- 3:19pm
- Gov. Evers. Orders flags to half-staff in honor of fallen Marine.
- 10:36am
- Pabst Theater Group. And other WI venues call on Governor Evers to allocate CARES Act money for venue relief.
Budget
- 11:10am
- Various Groups. Letter of support for the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Legislative
- 3:38am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. UW President Thompson 'done apologizing' to state lawmakers.
- 3:37am
- WISC. Speaker Vos requests additional earlier presidential debate to be held in Wisconsin.
State Agencies
- 1:04pm
- DFI. Wisconsin's credit unions post strong mid-year performance.
- 10:38am
- WEDC. Governor's Bllue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity to hold first of three listening sessions beginning Aug. 31.
- 10:02am
- DMA. Alston tabbed as next Red Arrow commander.
Economy/Business
- 3:46am
- Yahoo Finance. Wages soar more than 25% in key region of battleground state.
- 3:33am
- Wisconsin Watch. 'Nowhere to go': Wisconsin renters face evictions as emergency aid falls short.
- 3:22am
- Politico. 'Not just a low-wage recession': White-collar workers feel coronavirus squeeze.
Coronavirus
- 11:15am
- DMA. 24 August Update: Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week.
- 4:00am
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. And County mourn passing of deputy due to COVID-19.
- 3:56am
- Public Health Madison & Dane County. School required to start grades 3-12 virtually.
- 3:50am
- AG Kaul. Statement on the COVID-19 death of Dane County Sheriff's Deputy.
- 11:24am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. North Central, Fox Valley regions see most COVID-19 hospitalizations since pandemic began.
- 4:16am
- WKOW. Dane County sheriff urges mask usage after deputy dies.
- 3:52am
- WISC. State, community leaders remember Dane County deputy who died of COVID-19 complications.
- 3:51am
- NBC 15. Private school raises over $70K for lawsuit against public health order.
- 3:40am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. More than 50 Wisconsin fairs have been canceled this summer, but the Brown County Fair is underway.
- 3:37am
- Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter. Coronavirus in Manitowoc: County saw 55 new cases in past week.
- 3:35am
- WBAY. 40% of latest coronavirus tests positive at Green Bay Correctional.
- 3:31am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Dane County deputy who died of COVID-19 tested positive 'several weeks ago,' hospitalized soon after.
- 3:25am
- U.S. News & World Report. Dane County orders all classes online for grades 3-12.
- 3:23am
- Racine Journal Times. Walworth County averaging 16 new cases of coronavirus each day.
- 3:21am
- CNBC. Trump administration grant emergency authorization for coronavirus plasma treatment.
- 3:18am
- WSAW. 453 new cases confirmed, no new deaths in Sunday's COVID-19 report from DHS.
- 3:17am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. State lacks ideal coronavirus testing capacity for reopening of college campuses, schools, top health official says.
Statewide
- 9:52am
- SJL Government Affairs. Names new vice president.
Courts
- 3:54am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Technology helps deliver judicial education opportunities during pandemic.
Education
- 2:25pm
- DPI. We must recommit to putting our children's education first, together.
- 12:30pm
- UW-System. And Tavern League, Restaurant Assoiation seek help from bars, restaurants as students return.
- 11:08am
- UW-La Crosse. Professor captures images of despair, hope.
- 10:04am
- UW-Madison. Visiting students can find a Badger path through college during the pandemic.
- 9:58am
- DNR. Wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamp design contest winners announced.
- 9:57am
- UW-Platteville. Drees honored with award for outstanding advising.
- 3:57am
- MPS. Adds meal sites for student pick-up of breakfast and lunch.
- 3:46am
- The Hill. As COVID-19 surges on campuses, in-person learning becomes less of a reality.
- 3:43am
- WSAW. UWSP gets ready for virtual learning.
- 3:43am
- U.S. News & World Report. As virus rages, working parents face tough choices.
- 3:34am
- WISN. Marquette students return to campus amid coronavirus.
- 3:30am
- Wisconsin State Journal. UW campuses forge ahead in reopening this fall despite growing COVID-19 concerns.
- 3:27am
- Fox 6. 'Hearts of our communities:' Gov. Evers urges COVID-19 safety as Wisconsin schools resume classes.
Local
- 1:37pm
- Hunger Task Force. Support the Wisconsin Dairy Recovery Program for tickets to 2021 Wisconsin State Fair.
- 3:58am
- Milwaukee Common Council. Lamar refuses billboard ads with Black Lives Matter content.
- 4:15am
- WTMJ. Milwaukee Health Department approves COVID-19 reopening plans for 10 schools.
Congress
- 3:59am
- U.S. Rep. Gallagher. Publishes podcast addressing Post Office conspiracy.
- 3:55am
- U.S. Rep. Steil. Expanded VA clinic is a critical step to supporting Rock County veterans.
- 2:05pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Tiffany: Protections for business against COVID-19 lawsuits should be top priority for Congress.
- 11:38am
- AP. Defiant DeJoy says he won't restore mail-sorting machines.
- 3:42am
- Fox 11. Concerns surround loss of mail sorting machines for November election.
- 3:40am
- NBC 15. Wisconsin lawmakers divided over new passed bill to fund USPS.
- 3:28am
- WKBT. Wisconsin Rep. Kind votes for, Minnesota Rep. Hagedorn votes against 'Delivering for America Act.'
- 3:25am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Ron Johnson: It's a 'conspiracy theory' that postmaster general is slowing the mail to hinder November's election.
- 3:18am
- CNBC. U.S. mayors call Postal Service cuts a 'grave concern,' say mail-in voting should be 'national priority.'
Politics
- 10:39am
- Zunker for 7th Congress. Rep. Tom Tiffany fails to deliver for the people of Wisconsin by voting against funding for the U.S. Postal Service.
- 9:54am
- Lee for 14th Assembly. Former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch endorses.
- 3:47am
- WBAY. Vice President Pence to speak at Wisconsin Lutheran College commencement, students petition for him not to.
- 3:44am
- The Hill. Redistricting control on the line in state elections.
- 3:41am
- WKOW. Wisconsin GOP leaders expect a "more positive" tone in this week's convention.
- 3:36am
- WBAY. Former Gov. Scott Walker to give speech nominating Mike Pence at RNC.
- 3:29am
- U.S. News & World Report. Democratic plan in rural, swing state counties: Lose by less.
Friday August 21, 2020
Governor
- 9:57am
- Gov. Evers. First Lady Evers announces the Wisconsin 19th Amendment Celebration Committee's "Women Who Inspire" nominees.
- 3:47am
- U.S. News & World Report. Evers seeks federal grant for Capitol statue of Black leader.
Budget
- 3:50am
- Cap Times. In address to UW regents, Thompson breaks down 3.5% budget increase plan.
- 3:44am
- U.S. News & World Report. UW Regents approve budget with tuition-forgiveness program.
Legislative
- 2:13pm
- Senate President Roth, Speaker Vos. Letter to Commission on Presidential Debates requesting additional debate.
- 11:33am
- Joint Audit Co-Chairs Cowles, Kerkman. Audit Bureau reviews DPI guidance to schools and school districts.
- 10:27am
- Sen. Marklein. Column: Session recap: Agriculture and rural issues.
- 9:12am
- LAB. Report 20-8: Best practices for transitioning from virtual instruction to in-person instruction. Briefing Sheet.
State Agencies
- 2:08pm
- DNR. Seeks input on proposed ATV/UTV route connections in Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest.
- 12:09pm
- DATCP. Issues letter of warning to Elite Hearing Centers of America.
- 11:46am
- Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board. Welcomes new Crawford County representative.
- 10:11am
- DNR. Find your adventure, go wild in Wisconsin.
- 4:03am
- DVA. Wisconsin homeless veteran program receives federal support.
Economy/Business
- 10:34am
- Charter Communications. Invests $1 million in the Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corp to lend to small businesses in underserved Wisconsin communities.
- 2:21pm
- Stevens Point Journal. SentryWorld extends 112 employee furloughs through first quarter of 2021 due to COVID-19 pandemic.
- 12:35pm
- Mliwaukee Journal Sentinel. 47,000 Wisconsin electricity customers are behind on their bills. The disconnection deadline was extended to Oct. 1.
- 4:25am
- Milwaukee Biz Times. Wisconsin's job recovery slowed in July as state approaches recovery of half of lost employment.
Coronavirus
- 4:13am
- Milwaukee Health Department. Phase 4.1 order update.
- 2:24pm
- WKOW. 1 more dead, 36 hospitalized with COVID-19 in Wisconsin.
- 11:22am
- AP. As U.S. deaths mount, virus takes outsize toll on minorities.
- 3:59am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. Brown County coronavirus: Death toll hits 57; nearly 8% of new tests come back positive.
- 3:58am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. UW System and federal government competing for COVID-19 test supplies.
- 3:45am
- WISC. Rise in COVID-19 cases tied to gatherings prompts state DHS to launch risk-assessing tool.
Courts
- 4:11am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Jefferson v. Dane County - order.
Education
- 4:20pm
- Milwaukee Health Department. Schools plans update.
- 11:20am
- UW-La Crosse. Prof's 3D scans bring ancient Egypt to your living room.
- 11:20am
- UW-Madison. Understanding how birds respond to extreme weather can inform conservation efforts.
- 11:19am
- UW-Stout. National Archives exhibit marks 100th anniversary of women's right to vote.
- 9:00am
- Vote Yes 2 Invest. South Central Federation of Labor endorses school referendum.
- 1:58pm
- U.S. News & World Report. Thompson won't say when UW would close due to COVID-19.
- 4:07am
- NBC 26. Schools confident in digital learning preparations.
- 3:56am
- The Center Square. Wisconsin DHS says no large scale testing as kids head back to school.
- 3:55am
- WISN. Campus face mask enforcement largely left up to Wisconsin students.
- 3:51am
- WSAW. Study shows kids are "anxious" ahead of new school year.
Local
- 11:35am
- Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association. Calls on mayor, council to stop misinforming public.
- 11:34am
- Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley. Milwaukee County lanuches Balancing Act, announces upcoming budget open houses.
- 10:10am
- Milwaukee Ald. Rainey. Relief: PSC extends moratorium on utility shut-offs until October 1.
- 2:18pm
- Fox 6. Medical examiner anticipates record-breaking deaths in Milwaukee County.
Congress
- 12:08pm
- U.S. Reps. Steil, Blunt Rochester. Host Future of Work Caucus event with Wisconsin panelists.
- 9:13am
- Growth Energy. Slams fresh round of exemption requests at EPA.
- 9:01am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Following alarming reports on COVID-19 risks from vaping/smoking, Baldwin and colleagues call for action from Trump administration.
- 2:03pm
- Reuters. U.S. postmaster promises timely election mail, 'dramatic' changes after.
- 9:09am
- AP. Postmaster says 'no idea' mailboxes, equipment being removed.
- 9:09am
- The Hill. GOP chairman accuses Dems of 'character assassination' against Postmaster General.
- 4:00am
- USA Today. Empty mailboxes, missed rent: U.S. Postal Service's struggles have real-world impacts.
- 3:54am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Mark Pocan leads call from House Dems to oust postmaster general Louis DeJoy over mail delays.
- 3:48am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Lost packages and late ballots: Wisconsin's postal woes predate Trump administration shakeup.
- 3:37am
- The Hill. GOP chairman subpoenas former Obama official linked to Steele dossier.
Politics
- 2:19pm
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. PAC, political committee contributions more than double in four years.
- 9:03am
- Priorities USA. New TV ads take on Trump's reckless school push and coronavirus failures, highlight Joe Biden's vision for a better future.
- 4:11am
- RPW. Joe Biden is bad for Wisconsin.
- 4:11am
- Sierra Club. Announces 2020 endorsements.
- 4:10am
- RPW. Ballot access denied by liberals.
- 2:27pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin cities look at expanding ways to vote.
- 4:23am
- ABC News. 23,000 absentee ballots were rejected in Wisconsin's April primary. That's more than Trump won the state by in 2016.
- 3:52am
- Fox 6. 'Unify the country:' Joe Biden headlines final day of DNC, Wisconsinites speak before national audience.
- 3:49am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Tammy Baldwin focuses on health care, but not COVID-19, during convention speech.
- 3:45am
- WTMJ. Senator Baldwin, DNC prime time speaker, says post office actions cause 'real harm.'
- 3:43am
- Politico. 'When you're late, you're late': Kanye falls short in Wisconsin. NBC News.
- 3:43am
- U.S. News & World Report. Wisconsin election officials: Kanye off presidential ballot. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
- 3:40am
- Fox 11. Democrats hammer home importance of Wisconsin ahead of convention's conclusion.
Thursday August 20, 2020
Governor
- 1:27pm
- Gov. Evers. First Lady delivers Democratic Radio Address on centennial celebration of women's suffrage.
- 1:24pm
- Marsy's Law for Wisconsin. Kalpic reappointed to Governor's Council on Domestic Abuse.
- 11:00am
- U.S. Rep. Steil. Asks Governor Evers for additional information on Wisconsin's CARES Act funding.
- 3:38am
- WXOW. Taskforce on student debt releases new report with recommendations for governor.
Budget
- 3:57pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Chancellor's Blog: Regents approve operating, capital budget requests for 2021-23 state budget.
Legislative
- 3:33pm
- Rep. Neubauer. Receives top spot on Wisconsin Conservation Voters' 2020 Legislative Honor Roll.
- 11:01am
- Sen. LeMahieu. Weekly Republican Radio Address: Online Voter Registration.
- 10:59am
- Sen. Erpenbach. Column: It's well-past time for Wisconsin to expand Medicaid.
- 9:36am
- Rep. Vruwink. Column: Put power in the hands of the people, not the party.
State Agencies
- 3:13pm
- DNR. All-terrain wheelchairs and adaptive equipment open the outdoors for Wisconsinites with disabilities.
- 3:12pm
- WHEDA. Expands financing options for homebuyers.
- 1:54pm
- AG Kaul. & 23 AGs defend nondiscrimination laws and the rights of same-sex couples to be foster parents.
- 12:18pm
- DMA. 115th Fighter Wing first sergeant names Air National Guard's outstanding first sergeant of the year.
- 11:41am
- DOJ. New data available from the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative.
- 11:09am
- DMA. State Interoperability Council approves policy updates.
- 9:59am
- DATCP. Wisconsin dairy producer survey provides industry snapshot.
- 9:37am
- WEDC. La Crosse County receives $250,000 state grant to support construction of new gymnasiums.
- 9:08am
- Wisconsin Farmers Union. Farmers thank DATCP - and support hazard pay for workers.
- 4:32am
- ETF. GIB approves modest premium increase for 2021; below national trend again.
- 4:15am
- UW-Eau Claire Police Department. To participate in 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign Aug. 21-Sept. 7.
- 3:34am
- WSAW. "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign begins Friday.
Economy/Business
- 3:32pm
- Dairy Business Innovation Alliance. Center for Dairy Research and Wisconsin Cheese Makers Assocaition awarded $6 million in second round of Dairy Business Innovation Grants.
- 1:23pm
- PSC. Votes to further extend the COVD-19 utility disconnection moratorium.
- 12:07pm
- DWD. BLS data: Wisconsin adds 30,500 total non-farm, 25,500 private-sector jobs in July.
- 2:04pm
- U.S News & World Report. Wisconsin unemployment rate drops, still double last year.
- 1:40pm
- CNBC. Evictions are expected to skyrocket as pandemic protections come to an end.
- 12:37pm
- Wisconsin State Journal. Wisconsin regulators extend shutoff ban; one third of households behind on utility bills.
- 9:38am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin restaurant owners facing deep uncertainty about winter business.
- 9:23am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Wisconsin organizations brace for 'tsunami of evictions and homelessness' this fall.
- 9:12am
- AP. U.S. jobless claims jump back above 1 million in face of virus.
- 4:00am
- WKOW. Record demand for food pantries continues.
Coronavirus
- 4:45am
- DVA. Letter to King community regarding COVID-19.
- 4:14am
- Waukesha County Exec. Farrow. Introduces new dashboard to facilitate data-driven decisions for school districts.
- 1:31pm
- WISC. Public health officials say new daily coronavirus cases have dropped by nearly 50%.
- 1:30pm
- NBC 26. Oconto City Hall to close due to COVID-19.
- 4:09am
- Reuters. As U.S. school reopen, concerns grow that kids spread coronavirus.
- 3:48am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Wisconsin DOC confirms COVID-19 outbreak at Green Bay prison.
- 3:45am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. DHS releases new school guidance, warns of testing shortages.
- 3:44am
- Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. Health officials: Masks slow spread, but aren't foolproof on their own.
- 3:44am
- Beloit Daily News. Wisconsin sees fourth straight day of COVID-19 testing below 10K.
- 3:41am
- WSAW. DHS: It's too early to determine if mask mandate is effective, discusses school expectations.
Statewide
- 3:56pm
- Dairy Business Association. Dairy Stream podcast: Task force leaders look ahead on Wisconsin water quality.
- 11:04am
- AARP. Grants will help 3 Wisconsin communities fund 4 local projects.
Courts
- 10:04am
- District IV Court of Appeals. State v. Jordan Alexander Lickes.
- 3:37am
- WKOW. AG Josh Kaul committed to lawsuit challenging USPS changes.
Education
- 2:38pm
- UW-Madison. Test-optional admissions policy extended through summer 2023.
- 1:54pm
- UW-Milwaukee. Regents approve bachelor's program for School of Freshwater Sciences.
- 11:42am
- UW-Madison. NSF Physics Frontier Center for neutron star modeling to include UW-Madison.
- 9:33am
- UW-Extenison. Adapting to the on-going pandemic: Extension's response to decision making during COVID-19.
- 4:11am
- UW-La Crosse. Program earns $2.25 million grant.
- 11:05am
- WKOW. UW-Madison chancellor not ruling anything out when fall semester begins.
- 9:22am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. As neighboring universities go virtual, UW-Madison tries to reassure campus community.
- 9:18am
- The Hill. School reopenings with COVID-19 offer preview of chaotic fall.
- 4:26am
- Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. Numerous local schools declare intention to play sports in fall.
- 4:21am
- Racine Journal Times. Union Grove High backtracks from 5 days in class to A/B schedule.
- 3:43am
- WISN. State health department: Coronavirus outbreaks in schools 'inevitable.'
- 3:42am
- Kenosha News. DPI issues guidance on when schools should consider closing due to COVID.
- 3:40am
- Fox 11. State guidelines on returning to school help with planning, lacks in other areas.
Local
- 2:40pm
- Community Shares of Wisconsin. Announces $6000 distributed in 2020 Inspiring Voices Grants.
- 9:31am
- Wisconsin Policy Forum. Releases updated 2020 Municipal DataTool.
- 4:44am
- Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association. Statement regarding recent arrrests from the recent attack on Officer Mensah.
- 3:35am
- Kenosha News. Council approves placing BadgerCare expansion advisory referendum on ballot.
Congress
- 4:25am
- Chippewa Herald. Kind: Politicizing USPS is something the country 'can't afford.'
- 3:39am
- WXOW. Rep. Ron Kind calls for increased USPS funding.
- 3:37am
- ABC News. Trump blasts McConnell over timing of Senate hearing with postmaster general.
Politics
- 4:06pm
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Announces campaign endorsement from Wisconsin Conservation Voters.
- 11:03am
- Lyerly for 88th Assembly. Physician-led coalition backs.
- 9:58am
- Wisconsin Elections Commission. Wisconsin voting deadline and facts for November 2020.
- 9:40am
- Wsconsin Conservation Voters. Endorses its third wave of candidates.
- 4:13am
- Steil for 1st Congress. Joins Vice President Pence in Walworth County to highlight work supporting Wisconsin families and workers.
- 4:10am
- RPW. Tony Evers, Joe Biden: Same weak leadership.
- 2:05pm
- U.S. News & World Report. Pelosi tells Democrats 'It's all riding on Wisconsin.'
- 3:52am
- U.S. News & World Report. Democrats pound their message: to oust Trump, you must vote.
- 3:51am
- Spectrum News. 'We're making a lot of lemonade out of these lemons': State party chair talks impact of virtual DNC.
- 3:50am
- Racine Journal Times. At halfway point, Milwaukee's online DNC deemed unconventional but successful by state officials.
- 3:49am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Mike Pence touts economy, COVID-19 response at southeastern Wisconsin rally.
- 3:47am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 'Holy mackerel, folks!': Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers kicks off the third night of the 2020 DNC in classic fashion.
- 3:46am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Taunting Democrats who are holding a virtual convention, Pence touts jobs in Wisconsin but doesn't mention Foxconn.
Wednesday August 19, 2020
Governor
- 10:52am
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. Community-Wide Action Plan being shared with Governor's Task Force on Climate Change.
- 9:07am
- Gov. Evers. Seeks applicants for Milwaukee County Circuit Court.
Budget
- 3:54am
- U.S. News & World Report. Thompson wants $95.7 million boost for UW in state budget.
Legislative
- 11:41am
- Rep. Brostoff. Statement on Rep. Bowen's integrity.
- 10:52am
- Sen. Smith. Column: Big agenda for small farms.
State Agencies
- 4:40pm
- DMA. Wisconsin National Guard State Partnership Program with Nicaragua continues to pay dividends.
- 4:39pm
- DNR. Seeks input on proposed ATV/UTV and snowmobile corridors.
- 1:35pm
- DNR. Pattison State Park trails reopen.
- 1:35pm
- DOT. Annual "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign begins Friday - runs through Labor Day.
- 12:03pm
- AG Kaul. And WCASA promote sexual assault service providers in rural Wisconsin.
- 11:41am
- DMA. Despite pandemic and mission changes, 829th continues solidering on overseas.
- 10:48am
- Wisconsin BPDD. Living Well grant releases COVID-19 Resource Toolkit.
- 3:49am
- Brownfield Ag News. More small farms sign up for Wisconsin's direct payment relief.
- 3:46am
- Cap Times. Wisconsin plan to close youth prisons hits more snags as some counties pull back.
Economy/Business
- 12:57pm
- Wisconsin Bankers Association. Homeowners paying the price of new refi fee from Freddie/Fannie.
- 9:09am
- Fox Cities Chamber. Hosts VIRTUAL regional recruitment events for businesses.
- 3:52am
- Wisconsin Watch. Wisconsinites with disabilities see long wait for jobless aid, even after gaining eligibility.
Coronavirus
- 3:18pm
- Marshflield Clinic Health System. Statement on masking in schools.
- 2:56pm
- Patched. Vos plays it safe at expense of trauma survivors.
- 1:27pm
- DHS. Launches COVID-19 individual decision tool to help Wisconsinites keep each other safe.
- 1:26pm
- DHS. Releases school guidance to assist local and tribal health departments.
- 2:52pm
- WKOW. 8 more dead, 50 hospitalized with COVID-19 in Wisconsin.
- 2:51pm
- Fox 11. Northeast Wisconsin region seeing increased coronavirus activity: State.
- 2:48pm
- Oshkosh Northwestern. Here's now Wisconsin health officials say schools should respond to a COVID-19 outbreak.
- 2:31pm
- U.S. News & World Report. New COVID-19 guidance issued for Wisconsin schools, people.
- 9:15am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Free clinics across state are 'challenged' by loss of volunteers.
- 4:14am
- WBAY. 57 cases of COVID-19 confirmed at Green Bay Correctional this week, mass testing underway.
- 4:05am
- Fox 6. Proposed Sheboygan County health ordinance leads to 'angst and stress' for some, administrator says.
- 3:45am
- WXOW. Chicago removes Wisconsin from their quarantine list.
Courts
- 11:40am
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. Wisconsin AG Kaul sues Trump over Postal Service.
- 2:26pm
- The Hill. Civic groups move forward with lawsuit over Postal Service slowdown.
- 9:15am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Tom Perez: Democratic National Committee 'all in' on Wisconsin voting lawsuit.
- 4:44am
- La Crosse Tribune. Environmental groups seek to question former regulator over application to lead utility.
- 3:41am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Wisconsin and other states sue over mail slowdown as postmaster general backs off of changes that could affect absentee ballot delivery.
Education
- 12:21pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Blugold overcomes challenges to pursue career in nursing.
- 12:04pm
- UW-Stout. Real estate property management senior builds career across three industries.
- 12:03pm
- Marquette University. Professor and colleagues receive $2.2 million grant for neuroscience research on substance abuse.
- 10:50am
- UW-Milwaukee. Architecture faculty member wins Fulbright award to work with students in India.
- 9:14am
- UW-Platteville. Gnaneswaran to introduce transformative teaching technology to campus.
- 12:08pm
- CNBC. Students are heading back to campus and so is the coronavirus as colleges scramble to cancel in-person classes.
- 10:58am
- CBS 58. Racine Unified School District moving fall sports to spring 2021 due to COVID-19 pandemic.
- 4:50am
- NBC 15. Wisconsin colleges tackle student complaince, in light of campus outbreaks across nation.
- 4:35am
- USA Today. COVID-19, visas, Trump: International students turning away from U.S colleges for lots of reasons.
- 4:20am
- WTMJ. Board votes to allow in-person classes, fall sports for Kenosha Unified School District.
- 4:19am
- WISN. Mequon-Theinsville School District changes course, surprises parents.
- 4:15am
- Fox 11. FRCC moving fall sports to spring; Kimberly, Oshkosh also make move.
- 4:15am
- Fox 11. Bonduel schools to reopen five days a week.
- 4:13am
- WBAY. Kimberly School Board: High risk fall sports moved to spring.
- 3:53am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Free tuition program for lower-income students would expand under UW System proposal.
- 3:48am
- WKOW. 'It's kind of their moment to shine,' Doctors say students can stop COVID on campus.
- 3:47am
- WISN. Colleges, universities make coronavirus plans.
Local
- 9:06am
- Venture Dairy Cooperative. Township discrimination against farmers is wrong: Where does it stop?
Congress
- 4:23am
- Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway. Sends concerns to Postmaster General.
- 4:17am
- WISC. 'We've all felt the impact': Rep. Pocan addresses the mail slowdown as Wisconsin joins multi-state lawsuit.
- 3:49am
- WQOW. Sen. Baldwin criticizes actions of Postmaster General DeJoy and President Trump.
- 3:44am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. As Postal Service backtracks on changes, Wisconsin politicians disagree on path forward.
- 3:43am
- Politico. Postmaster general to testify before Senate committee on Friday.
Politics
- 1:10pm
- RPW. Vice President Pence highlights the Trump administration's record of fighting for American workers.
- 12:56pm
- Gunderson for State Superintendent. Declares his candidacy for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
- 9:13am
- Winker for 38th Assembly. Applauds Gov. Evers' launch of the Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity and calls on the Legislature, whose ability to meet is controlled by Republican leadership, to activate the Commission' recommendations, along with those pending from the Climate Change Task Force, chaired by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes.
- 9:04am
- Hoyer for 94th Assembly. Denounces mob violence. Does Doyle?
- 11:46am
- AP. Sanders, rising democrats call for Midwest to unite to win.
- 10:57am
- U.S. News & World Report. Third candidate seeking Wisconsin state superintendent job.
- 4:18am
- WKOW. County Clerk: Staffing, not voter fraud, the real concern with mass mail-in ballots.
- 4:16am
- NBC 26. Green Bay City leaders say request absentee ballots early.
- 4:04am
- U.S. News & World Report. Ballot drop boxes seen as a way to bypass the post office.
- 3:55am
- MarketWatch. Could a watered-down Democratic convention in Milwaukee still put Biden over the top in Wisconsin?
- 3:50am
- WKBT. Purple Wisconsin: Presidential candidates to focus on Wisconsin to win White House.
- 3:44am
- U.S. News & World Report. Elections panel staff: Keep Kanye West off Wisconsin ballot.
- 3:42am
- Janesville Gazette. Local officials expect unprecedented flood of absentee ballots.
- 3:41am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Wisconsin clerks worry about November election as mail-in ballot requests grow.
Tuesday August 18, 2020
Legislative
- 3:48pm
- Rep. Hebl. On the centennial of women's suffrage.
- 2:53pm
- LFB. Department of Transportation: Alternate funding plan for north leg of Zoo Interchange project 14-day passive review.
- 1:43pm
- Rep. Dittrich. Receives Building Wisconsin award.
- 1:36pm
- Sen. Hansen. Calls on Gallagher and Johnson to support bi-partisan legislation to save Postal Service.
- 12:43pm
- Wisconsin Conservation Voters. Conservation Scorecard explores missed opportunities in latest legislative session.
State Agencies
- 3:27pm
- Sen. Smith. Statement regarding his work on the Student Debt Task Force.
- 2:34pm
- Rep. Hesselbein. Governor's Task Force on Student Debt submits recommendations.
- 2:32pm
- DFI. Governor's Task Force on Student Debt release final report.
- 12:42pm
- DMA. Incoming Challenge Academy director looks forward to helping at-risk teens.
- 12:22pm
- DNR. Recycling Excellence Award nominations now open.
- 9:37am
- DNR. Sign up to participate in gun deer hunt for hunters with disabilities.
- 9:36am
- WEDC. Receives federal funds to aid downtown businesses.
- 4:07am
- DMA. Wisconsin Guard unit endures desert training, pandemic adjustments.
Economy/Business
- 4:08am
- DWD. Releases information on unemployment data.
- 2:42pm
- Politico. Businesses warn they won't participate in Trump's payroll tax plan.
- 12:39pm
- Yahoo Finance. Wisconsin farmer: Results of trade deals have 'been disappointing.'
- 12:32pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. In a challenging tourism season, Wisconsin Dells workers try to stay safe.
- 9:36am
- CNBC. Kohl's paints grim picture of holiday shopping as pandemic hits sales, shares slide.
- 4:39am
- WSAW. Wisconsin sees record breaking home sales in July, especially in north and central regions.
- 3:56am
- WISN. Hotels, restaurants struggle with lost business due to virtual convention.
- 3:41am
- AP. AP survey: States uncommitted to Trump's unemployment boost.
- 3:34am
- CNBC. $300 unemployment boost may last for only 3 weeks.
- 3:33am
- WKBT. Wisconsin unemployment applications jump by nearly 500.
- 3:27am
- Fox 6. 'Would've been a game-changer:' Milwaukee misses big DNC payday.
Coronavirus
- 1:42pm
- DVA. Chippewa Falls Veterans Home COVID-19 update.
- 4:15am
- DVA. Letter to Union Grove community regarding COVID-19.
- 3:24pm
- WBAY. 66 Wisconsin counties have high level of coronavirus activity.
- 2:44pm
- Fox 11. Coronavirus trends continue: Fewer new cases, higher positive test rate.
- 3:43am
- AP. Report: Nursing home cases up nearly 80% in COVID-19 rebound.
Statewide
- 4:13pm
- Women's Initiative on Lottery Leadership. History-making slate of all-women officers of North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries.
Courts
- 1:39pm
- AG Kaul. Files lawsuit over Trump administration's attempts to undermine the U.S. Postal Service.
- 2:49pm
- The Hill. More than a dozen states sue Postal Service over delays.
- 12:34pm
- Reuters. U.S. states seek $2.2 trillion from OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma: filings.
- 12:26pm
- Reuters. States to take Trump administration to court over postal changes.
- 4:12am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. Green Bay Packers fan who sued Bears is now suing U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy over mail delays.
Education
- 2:37pm
- Marquette University. Klingler College of Arts and Sciences receives $1 million Humanities Without Walls award.
- 1:40pm
- UW System. Seeks investment to renew the Wisconsin Idea through 10 key initiatives.
- 1:38pm
- UW-Madison. School of Education unveils new bold program to invest in Wisconsin's future teachers.
- 1:38pm
- Edgewood College. Announces new partnership with Boys & Girls Club of Dane County.
- 11:03am
- UW-Stout. Career-focused student work experiences receive more support.
- 2:44pm
- WKBT. UW System President asking for operating budget increase to renew Wisconsin Idea.
- 4:13am
- Racine Journal Times. Racine Unified to push back fall sports to between winter, spring seasons.
- 3:56am
- Fox 11. Oshkosh Area School District approves update to back-to-school plan.
- 3:36am
- MarketWatch. Reports of COVID cases are growing on college campuses as schools bring students back for in-person classes.
Local
- 4:38pm
- Milwaukee County Sup. Weishan. Our Sheriff's Department is underfunded and understaffed.
- 4:38pm
- Mliwaukee Ald. Murphy. Article offers insight into how Milwaukee suburbs keep out affordable housing.
- 4:14pm
- Milwaukee County Sup. Weishan. Our Sheriff's Department is underfunded and understaffed.
- 3:58am
- WBAY. Local USPS union group reports equipment cutbacks at Green Bay facility.
- 3:31am
- WJFW. One more well with PFAS could lead to water shortage.
Congress
- 4:16am
- U.S. Rep. Grothman. Officially adopts Pastor A Dao, Vietnamese Prisoner of Conscience.
- 4:06am
- U.S. Rep. Gallagher. Named 2020 Fiscal Hero by Campaign to Fix the Debt.
- 2:40pm
- AP. Postal Service halts operational changes after outcry.
Politics
- 2:50pm
- RPW. Democrats want ot defund police - Republicans will keep WI safe.
- 4:38am
- Becker for 33rd Assembly. Claims momentum going into fall campaign.
- 4:07am
- RPW. Where is Joe Biden?
- 12:27pm
- U.S. News & World Report. Milwaukee adding drop boxes to help protect absentee voting.
- 4:36am
- Spectrum News. Trump claims "The only way we're going to lose this election is if the election is rigged."
- 3:47am
- LA Times. Wisconsin lost the Democratic National Convention, but is still at the center of the presidential race.
- 3:46am
- NBC 15. Mail slowdown raises concerns over absentee ballots in November.
- 3:45am
- Kenosha News. State officials focus on Wisconsin's importance in 2020 elections as DNC launches online.
- 3:44am
- Spectrum News. Agriculture becomes key issue to winning rural Wisconsin voters.
- 3:40am
- AP. Dems put divides aside, rally behind Biden at convention.
- 3:40am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Gwen Moore uses DNC speech to call for healing divisions.
- 3:39am
- The Hill. Democrats label Trump Wisconsin visit a health risk as "Where's Joe?" billboards go up.
- 3:38am
- USA Today. Trump tries to steal political spotlight from Biden as Democrats open convention.
- 3:30am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. President Trump touts economic success at Wisconsin visit Monday.
- 3:29am
- CBS News. Trump visits Minnesota and Wisconsin, envisions a grim future if Biden wins.
Monday August 17, 2020
Legislative
- 10:59am
- Rep. Brostoff. Statement on national uprising in Belarus.
State Agencies
- 2:45pm
- DOT. National transportation group honors Winneconne bridge.
- 4:27am
- DMA. Wisconsin Guard infantry battalion returns from Guardian Angel mission.
- 3:37am
- Chippewa Herald. Dane County pulls out of agreement with state; plan to close Lincoln Hills in jeopardy.
Economy/Business
- 3:56pm
- Wisconsin Innovation Awards. Finalists announced.
- 9:35am
- Wisconsin Realtors Association. July 2020 Home Sales Report.
- 3:40am
- Fox 11. Brown County unemployment at 8.8% after extra benefits end.
- 3:38am
- Wisconsin Dells Events. Paul Bunyan's restaurant in Wisconsin Dells not serving lunch and dinner for remainder of season.
- 3:33am
- WISC. The cancellation of the Wisconsin football season will cost the local economy nearly $100 million.
- 3:28am
- CNBC 'It's nerve-racking' - Millions of Americans are still furloughed and unsure when they will return to work.
- 3:26am
- Milwaukee Business Journal. Helgesen Industries to lay off over 100 employees.
Coronavirus
- 2:48pm
- Small Business Development Center. Releases free COVID response guide for entrepreneurs.
- 11:41am
- DMA. 17 August Update: Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week.
- 3:19pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Spike in COVID-19 cases at Wisconsin Veterans Home spurs request for federal aid.
- 9:36am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. 80 percent of child care providers are back up and running, but finding care is still a struggle.
- 3:55am
- WXPR. OC health dept. reports uptick in COVID cases, avoid gatherings.
- 3:44am
- CBS 58. CBS Investigates: Coronavirus testing result delays.
- 3:39am
- Fox 11. More than 80% of Packers season ticket holders opt out for upcoming season.
- 3:35am
- Racine Journal Times. Wisconsin's COVID testing supplies are dropping; GOP and Dems. can't agree on root of the problem.
- 3:32am
- WISN. 3 residents die of coronavirus at Union Grove veterans nursing home.
- 3:27am
- CNBC. Forty percent of U.S. COVID-19 tests come back too late to be clinically meaningful, data show.
- 3:25am
- Spectrum News. 'Parents need to buckle up': Officials talk child care in the pandemic.
- 3:21am
- WTMJ. Testing for COVID-19 in Wisconsin drops to two month low.
- 3:20am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Percentage of positive COVID-19 tests jumps to 11.2 on Sunday.
Statewide
- 12:52pm
- We Are Many - United Against Hate. Homegrown hate and domestic terorism.
Courts
- 11:57am
- The Hill. States huddle on Postal Service lawsuit.
Education
- 3:13pm
- UW-Madison. Oneida Nation of Wisconsin artist wins NEA award, helps Wisconsin art program celebrate 80 years.
- 2:49pm
- Marquette University. Receives $1.5 million gift to support first-generation minority students and Neuro Recovery Clinic.
- 1:38pm
- UW-Stout. Digital learning laptops in hands of new students early because of COVID-19.
- 10:14am
- Wisconsin Paper Council, UW-Oshkosh. Receive $50,000 WySis grant to study workforce development issues in the papermaking and forestry industries.
- 9:38am
- UW-Madison. Patients taking opioids produce antibodies that may hinder anti-opioid vaccine.
- 10:16am
- USA Today. COVID-19 will hit colleges when students arrive for fall semester. So why open at all? Money is a factor.
- 3:53am
- NBC 26. Green Bay, Appleton move high school fall sports to spring.
- 3:45am
- CBS 58. Racine school district responds to criticism of busing plan for private school students this fall.
- 3:36am
- Wisconsin State Journal. The wildcard in UW-Madison's reopening plan: Student behavior.
- 3:34am
- Janesville Gazette. New UW regent wants to create 'wide-open highways for nontraditional students'
- 3:27am
- WQOW. Eau Claire School District postpones all fall sports.
- 3:24am
- The Center Square. Wisconsin ranks lowest for racial equity in education.
Local
- 3:16pm
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. Dane County to purchase 160 acres near Verona to permanently protect area where Sugar River and Badger Mill Creek meet.
- 9:34am
- Waukesha County Parks and Land Use. Residents urged to 'Recycle Right' in curbside bins to reduce contamination.
- 11:54am
- WEAU. Chippewa County sees high number of individuals seeking homelessness services.
Congress
- 4:25pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Calls for Postmaster General to provide Senate testimony on mail service delays.
- 12:02pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. And colleagues demand Postal Service address delivery delays of veterans' prescription drugs.
- 4:18am
- New York Times. Postal crisis ripples across nation as election looms.
- 3:49am
- WAOW. National USPS changes making local impact.
- 3:42am
- USA Today. Democrats launch probe of Election Day readiness in key states as coronavirus spreads.
- 3:30am
- Cap Times. Postal Service slowdown hits Wisconsin.
Politics
- 3:21pm
- Vruwink for 43rd Assembly. Earns endorsements from respected environmental groups.
- 3:15pm
- Wisconsin AFL-CIO. Statement on Donald Trump's campaign visit to Wisconsin.
- 11:28am
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. Outside electioneering groups dole out $300K in legislative primaries.
- 10:12am
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Governor Tony Evers endorses.
- 9:37am
- ACLU of Wisconsin. "Our role in the Democratic National Convention."
- 11:53am
- U.S. News & World Report. Wisconsin Democrats lay blame on Trump at convention's start.
- 3:57am
- U.S. News & World Report. Trump motivates Democrats to rally behind Biden, Harris.
- 3:41am
- USA Today. Bernie Sanders: 'I certainly did not sign' petition to get Kanye West on Wisconsin ballot.
- 3:31am
- Wisconsin Watch. Skepticism urged as disinformation, voter suppression wash over Wisconsin.
- 3:22am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Milwaukee delegates kick off the DNC Sunday with hybrid live and virtual event on military spending.
- 3:19am
- Fox 6. 'COVID is real:' Delegates disappointed, but say a mostly virtual DNC is 'the right decision for the public.'
- 3:17am
- Fox 6. Wisconsin Center prepped for mostly virtual 2020 DNC: 'Backbone for our operation.'
- 3:16am
- WISN. 'UPFRONT' recap: Trump, Pence to make play for Wisconsin during DNC.
- 3:15am
- New York Times. It's convention time: 2-minute speeches, no pomp, a forlorn Milwaukee.
Friday August 14, 2020
Governor
- 9:08am
- Gov. Evers. First Lady Evers announces the Wisconsin 19th Amendment Celebration Committss's next "Women Who Inspire" nominee.
- 4:08am
- Gov. Evers. Delivers Democratic Radio Address on the Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity.
Legislative
- 4:32pm
- Wisconsin AFL-CIO. Releases voting records for 2018 Lame Duck and 2019-2020 State Legislative Sessions.
- 2:27pm
- Sen. Wirch. Named 2019-2020 "Friend of Public Health."
- 11:01am
- Sen. Jacque. GOP weekly Radio Address: Supporting law enforcement.
- 10:19am
- Sen. Fitzgerald. Praises President on Israel deal.
- 10:18am
- Sen. Marklein. Column: Session recap: Roads.
- 4:09am
- Chippewa Herald. Bernier gets prescription for hydroxy.
State Agencies
- 1:20pm
- DOT. Seeks feedback on public involvement plan for the Wisconsin Rail Plan 2050.
- 1:19pm
- DOR. Equalized Values Report shows healthy increase in property values.
- 12:09pm
- DATCP. One week left to apply for Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council.
- 10:20am
- DWD. Youth apprenticeship releases first tier of occupational pathway curriculum modernization.
- 4:07am
- DMA. Newly minted circuit court judge and Citizen Soldier serves his state and nation as both a judge and Guardsman.
- 3:50am
- DATCP. Alerts consumers to tech support robocalls.
Economy/Business
- 9:23am
- The Hill. Markets rise as economy struggles; 'It does not make any sense.'
- 9:06am
- Reuters. U.S. retail sales rise less than expected in July.
- 4:11am
- Washington Post. The recession is over for the rich, but the working class is far from recovered.
- 3:08am
- WEAU. The pandemic continues to affect employment in the Chippewa Valley.
- 3:04am
- Reuters. U.S. hits fiscal cliff with jobs, economic recovery in the balance.
Coronavirus
- 9:22am
- A Better Wisconsin Together. Wisconsinites come together to thank Governor Tony Evers to keeping us safe with a mask mandate.
- 3:49am
- DMA. County, tribal emergency managers are front line of coordinated response.
- 3:48am
- DVA. Letter to King community regarding COVID-19.
- 2:28pm
- Fox 11. New coronavirus cases, positive test rate return to high levels.
- 9:09am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. DHS hospital partners say COVID-19 testing material have been diverted from Wisconsin.
- 4:05am
- Up North News. COVID-19 tracing getting harder in Wisconsin because people lie about their contacts.
- 3:44am
- Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. Three dead, 23 sickened in Pierce County outbreak; mass testing conducted Thursday.
- 3:41am
- Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter. Wisconsin tribal casinos using UV light to 'kill' coronavirus, tech could work in schools.
- 3:39am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Evers has about $300 million more federal aid he can spend to fight COVID-19.
- 3:18am
- Racine Journal Times. After deaths at Racine County nursing home, Federal VA nurses called in to help.
- 3:01am
- WAOW. State, national leaders speak out against diversion of testing supplies.
- 3:00am
- Fox 6. 'Promising news:' Milwaukee County sees progress in COVID-19 fight, not enough to advance gating criteria.
- 2:59am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. DHS: 943 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed on Thursday.
Education
- 1:21pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Renovations illuminating for Haas Fine Arts Center venues.
- 1:16pm
- Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty. To Racine Unified: District must meet legal requirement to bus students to private schools.
- 11:58am
- UW-Milwaukee. School of Architecture and Urban Planning welcomes Sarah Aziz and Lindsey Krug as 2020-21 Fitzhugh Scott Fellows.
- 10:18am
- TransfertoVirtualSchool.com Wisconsin parents still have time to enroll their children in an established online charter school.
- 11:09am
- NBC 15. WIAA opens door to playing fall sports in the spring.
- 11:05am
- U.S. News & World Report. Foxconn's $100 million pledge to university largely unmet.
- 9:10am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. 'Rather know that they're safe than have them in the classroom with me': Wisconsin teachers worry about face-to-face fall instruction.
- 3:24am
- WQOW. Chippewa Falls School District reveals back-to-school plan.
- 3:16am
- Fox 6. Oak Creek-Franklin schools to begin 2020-21 year virtually; return to in-person learning possible.
- 3:14am
- WISN. Schools statewide wait for guidance on shutdown threshold.
- 3:13am
- WISN. Board members, teachers targets of name-calling in back-to-school talks.
- 3:09am
- WEAU. How a shortage of substitute teachers and bus drivers is affecting Wisconsin.
- 3:05am
- CBS 58. Milwaukee Health Department says it has received reopening plans from more than two dozen schools .
- 3:03am
- Wisconsin State Journal. UW-Madison still waiting on Foxconn's $100 million pledge two years later.
Local
- 4:29pm
- Milwaukee County Sup. Clancy. Supports 25% cut to Sheriff's budget.
- 4:23pm
- Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley. Stands in solidarity with Milwaukee Art Museum workers union drive.
- 4:22pm
- Wisconsin AFL-CIO. Letter in support of Milwaukee Art Museum employees.
- 11:01am
- MCTS. Announces detours ahead of DNC.
- 11:00am
- ALCU of Wisconsin. Commends Waukesha County Jail for lifting religious text and practice restrictions in local jail.
- 3:11am
- WTMJ. Wauwatosa Police Union: Members have no confidence in Mayor Dennis McBride.
Congress
- 1:22pm
- U.S. Rep. Steil. Announces innovative challenge for young coders in Wisconsin's First Congressional District.
- 11:57am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin; Reps. Moore, Kind, Pocan. Call on President Trump to extend full federal funding for Wisconsin National Guard to fight COVID-19 pandemic.
- 11:17am
- Reuters. Hopes for a fresh round of U.S. coronavirus relief fade as Congress goes home.
- 11:12am
- AP. Lawmakers: Postal changes delay mail-order medicine for vets.
- 3:17am
- CNBC. Coronavirus stimulus stalemate could drag on for weeks as Congress leaves town.
- 3:02am
- Politico. Besieged on all sides, Ron Johnson says he probe 'would certainly' help Trump win reelection.
Politics
- 3:55am
- Lowery for 37th Assembly. Only one candidate has pledged to vote against gerrymandering.
- 3:42pm
- The Hill. Postal service warns states it might miss some mail-in ballot deadlines.
- 11:07am
- U.S. News & World Report. Trump's counter to Democratic Convention? Swing state trips.
- 3:12am
- WUWM. 'My expectation is they're masking up,' Evers says about Trump's campaign visit to Wisconsin.
- 3:10am
- WTMJ. One of the youngest ever state Assembly candidates running against 82-year-old incumbent.
- 3:07am
- CBS 58. Local postal workers feel cuts and changes to USPS will slow down mail, election ballots.
- 3:06am
- AP. Trump admits he's blocking postal cash to stop mail-in votes.
Thursday August 13, 2020
Governor
- 3:49am
- Gov. Evers. Building Commission approves $65 million for key projects.
Legislative
- 4:04pm
- Wisconsin Paper Council. Selects state Seator Patrick Testin as the trade association's "Legislator of the Year."
- 3:39pm
- Wisconsin Public Health Association, Wisconsin Association of Local Health Departments and Boards. Announce "2019-2020 Friends of Public Health."
- 2:01pm
- Rep. Hebl. Column: Voting in the time of COVID.
- 12:13pm
- Cap Times. Legislature releases records of Staush Gruszynski sexual harassment probe.
State Agencies
- 4:02pm
- DATCP. Wisconsin Farm to School Advisory Council nominations accepted through August 30.
- 3:43pm
- DOT. Drivers over age 60 have until November 23 to renew their license.
- 1:59pm
- WEDC. Governor's Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity to meet Aug. 14.
- 11:40am
- DOJ. Launches new incident-level criminal justice data dashboards.
- 3:42am
- DNR. Ruffed grouse West Nile Virus test results now available.
Economy/Business
- 12:45pm
- NFIB Wisconsin. Quadrennial problems and priorities survey ranks small business problems.
- 11:43am
- WMC. What is the coolest thing made in Wisconsin?
- 11:42am
- WRA, AASEW, Wisconsin Apartment Association. ICYMI: Helping Hands for Housing Landlord Coalition works to keep tenants in their homes.
- 9:14am
- Reuters. U.S. weekly jobless claims drop below one million; labor market still weak.
- 3:46am
- Fox 6. 'The system is not built for problems:' Attorneys point to Gov. Walker amid unemployment delays.
Coronavirus
- 2:30pm
- Gov. Evers. Announces launch of COVID-19 Response and Recovery Investment Dashboard.
- 12:39pm
- Fox 9. Health official: 44% of Seneca plant's COVID-19 tests in Cumberland, Wis. return positive.
- 12:14pm
- Green Bay Press Gazette. 'Pretty ugly.' COVID-19 flares up in Marinette, Oconto counties as residents resist safety measures.
- 12:08pm
- The Hill. CDC director warns of 'worst fall' in history if people don't follow COVID-19 guidelines.
- 4:16am
- Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. Over 700 in EC County currently quarantined; weekly new cases set another record.
- 4:14am
- Marshfield News Herald. 'Failure of leadership': Sen. Tammy Baldwin questions Mike Pence about diversions of coronavirus testing supplies.
- 3:56am
- NBC 26. Hospital visitors limited, case hospitalizations up in Fond du Lac Co.
- 3:47am
- CNBC. Accuracy of U.S. coronavirus data thrown into question as decline in testing skews drop in new cases.
- 3:33am
- Fox 11. 7-day average of coronavirus cases in Wisconsin falls; overall activity remains high.
- 3:30am
- Spectrum News. Fond du Lac County seeing increase in coronavirus cases
Environment/Outdoors
- 2:15pm
- WXPR. Half of Wisconsin's wetlands to lose federal protection, conservation groups estimate.
Statewide
- 2:03pm
- Security Health. Helping clients with essential supplies during trying times.
- 11:38am
- Children's Wisconsin. 2020 Briggs & Al's Run & Walk goes virtual.
- 11:32am
- We Are Many United Against Hate. Homegrown Hate & Domestic Terrorism.
Courts
- 12:10pm
- AP. Federal appeals court: Male-only draft is constitutional.
Education
- 4:29pm
- Marquette University. Nursing professor named Ascension Wisconsin Sister Rosaline Klein Endowed Professor.
- 1:56pm
- UW-Stout. University, WITC partner on B.S. in management flexible degree.
- 1:54pm
- UW-Milwaukee. Pharmeceutical company licenses drug development compounds from UWM Research Foundation.
- 11:35am
- MacIver Institute. Wisconsin school district employees pay on average $82 a month for health insurance single plan; $200 a month for family plan.
- 9:12am
- UW-River Falls. Recent grad joins Pierce County Public Health as contact tracer.
- 3:58am
- WCLO. Survey shows Janesville teachers oppose school district's reopening plan.
- 3:46am
- CNBC. Coronavirus has upended school plans. It will also worsen racial and economic inequalities, experts warn.
- 3:38am
- Fox 6. Days after Waukesha County hit record for new COVID-19 cases, district votes on school reopening plan.
- 3:34am
- WTMJ. Private schools see dramatic spikes in enrollment amid virtual plans for public schools.
- 3:31am
- U.S. News & World Report. UW-Madison chancellor: 'We're in a real financial crisis.'
- 3:29am
- WBAY. Appleton Area School District to begin school year virtually.
Local
- 4:30pm
- Adams County, Wisconsin County Forests Association. Establishes Wisconsin's 30th County Forest.
- 2:33pm
- Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway. "Today the City mourns."
- 12:46pm
- Great Water Alliance. Federal financing means big savings for water ratepayers, Mayor says.
- 12:00pm
- Charter Communications. Outlines additional $100,000 contribution to support the City of Milwaukee and its residents.
- 11:43am
- Madison Metro Sewerage District. Salt Savers training equips water softner professionals to cut the daily salt load to freshwater streams.
- 11:39am
- MCTS. To adjust passenger limit starting Friday, August 14.
- 3:50am
- Racine Mayor Mason. State of the City Address text.
- 4:36am
- WSAW. City approves Wausau police task force to review policies.
- 4:27am
- Fox 6. EPA announces $137M loan to Waukesha for Great Lakes Water Supply Project.
- 3:58am
- WISN. Morgue ads refrigerated trailer as it exceeds capacity.
Congress
- 2:32pm
- Center for Media and Democracy. Watchdog groups call for ethics investigation of Senator Ron Johnson's misuse of committee to promote political disinformation.
- 2:07pm
- U.S. Rep. Grothman. Introduces bill to help alleviate excessive student loan debt.
- 12:16pm
- U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Murphy. Call on Congressional Budget Office to reexamine junk plans offered by private insurers.
- 11:33am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Joins Senate Democratic Caucus in urging USPS to fix delays and avoid cost increases for election mail.
- 12:28pm
- WTMJ. Senator Johnson on WTMJ: No new COVID-19 stimulus deal until current package is spent.
- 12:10pm
- Politico. Trump says he opposes USPS funding in an effort to block mail-in voting.
- 4:26am
- AP. Warning on Russia adds questions about Senate's Biden probe.
- 3:45am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Wisconsin's congressional delegation mostly split by party on Trump's COVID executive orders.
- 3:44am
- Fox 11. Johnson, Gallagher on Trump's unemployment executive order.
- 3:39am
- Politico. Standoff over Covid relief could drag into September.
- 3:29am
- WDIO. Congressman Tom Tiffany visits UWS; talks schools opening up.
Politics
- 3:41pm
- SEIU Wisconsin State Council. Celebrates primary victories of candidates who will put working people first.
- 1:58pm
- Voces de la Frontera Action. Appluds victories in Wisconsin partisan primaries; Looks to Biden and Harris for engagement in Wisconsin.
- 11:58am
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Teams up with Milwaukee Bucks to increase voting participation, civic engagement in Wisconsin.
- 11:37am
- Survival Coalition. Shares essential information on disability issues for candidates for public office. Background Papers.
- 11:34am
- Lee for 14th Assembly. Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald endorses.
- 9:13am
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Announces campaign endorsement from Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin.
- 4:18am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Sen. LaTonya Johnson calls fellow Milwaukee Democrat Lena Taylor 'toxic' after facing primary challenge.
- 3:57am
- WISC. Absentee ballots account for 79 percent of votes cast in Madison as city sees higher voter turnout.
- 3:43am
- Fox 11. President Trump expected to visit Oshkosh next week.
- 3:41am
- U.S. News & World Report. Battle lines set for Wisconsin GOP's super-majority push. CBS 58.
- 3:36am
- Beloit Daily News. Rock Co. officials forecast record turnout, poll worker shortage for Nov. 3 general election.
- 3:32am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. An avalanche of absentee ballots, shorter lines for Tuesday's primary.
Wednesday August 12, 2020
Governor
- 2:03pm
- U.S. Rep. Tiffany. Letter to Gov. Evers regarding schools reopening.
- 10:59am
- Gov. Evers. Grants nine more pardons.
- 2:56pm
- WTMJ. Wisconsin governor pardons 9 people, raising total to 56.
Legislative
- 4:17pm
- Sen. Hansen. To no one's surprise Republicans and corporate polluters oppose DNR rule to prevent PFAS from polluting our water.
- 3:35pm
- Rep. Allen. Facts not fear when schools return this fall.
- 2:49pm
- Rep. Allen. Applauds low-cost WIFA loans for Waukesha Water Supply Project.
- 2:08pm
- Sen. Cowles. Applauds a milestone for northeast Wisconsin.
- 10:55am
- Sen. Smith. Column: Pass the Healthcare Heroes Act.
- 8:54am
- Sen. Larson. For the sake of Wisconsin's schools, state legislators urge U.S. Senate Delegation to pass the HEROES Act. Letter.
- 3:40am
- Rep. Bowen. Statement on passing of his last living grandparent.
State Agencies
- 4:30pm
- DMA. Virtual Badger Youth Camp - A new but familiar experience.
- 10:57am
- WEDC. Village of McFarland receives $250,000 state grant to support construction of new apartment complex and commercial building.
- 10:56am
- DOJ. Update: Officer involved shooting in Kenosha, Wis.
- 11:31am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Natural Resources Board delays PFAS rule in response to indstry objections.
Economy/Business
- 4:17am
- NBC 15. DWD releases Wisconsin unemployment data, over 14K initial applications filed first week of Aug.
- 4:16am
- Politico. Derailment of small business rescue clouds U.S. recovery.
- 2:50am
- Politico. 'It means nothing': Trump's pledge to aid tenants won't halt evictions.
Coronavirus
- 2:48pm
- UMOS, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation. UMOS receives nearly $100,000 from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation to support COVID-19 response.
- 5:48am
- DVA. Letter to King community regarding COVID-19.
- 5:47am
- DVA. Letter to Union Grove community regarding COVID-19.
- 3:38am
- DVA. Receives nursing assistance from USDVA and WI National Guard.
- 2:57pm
- WTMJ. Waukesha Public Library closes due to potential case of COVID-19.
- 9:40am
- Wall Street Journal. Coronavirus grips Midwest rural areas that had been spared.
- 3:25am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Mask mandates have broad support among Wisconsin voters, new poll shows.
- 3:23am
- KARE. COVID-19 outbreak hits Wisconsin assisted living facility.
- 3:18am
- Spectrum News. Deaths from coronavirus top 1,000 in Wisconsin.
- 2:54am
- NBC 15. 20 nurses assigned to Union Grove Veterans Home in response to COVID-19 outbreak.
Statewide
- 2:11pm
- AARP. Social Security's 85th anniversary a reminder that this hard-earned benefit must be maintained.
- 10:01am
- WPHCA. Wisconsin community health centers celebrate National Health Center Week 2020.
- 9:42am
- Wisconsin Commercial Ports Association. Wisconsin commercial ports to hold statewide meet virtually.
Education
- 4:14pm
- Marquette University. Mechanical engineering faculty receive grant to improve robotic dexterity.
- 2:05pm
- UW-Milwaukee. Research Foundation announces new Catalyst Grants.
- 12:34pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Questions Vice President Pence on federal diversions of testing supplies from Wisconsn.
- 11:58am
- UW-Stout. Summer in the Midwest provides cultural experiences.
- 3:00am
- UW-Badgers. Statement on the Big Ten announcement.
- 9:44am
- WTMJ. Menomonee Falls School District unveils hybrid model for students this fall.
- 3:07am
- Wisconsin State Journal. UW System Administration announces layoffs, other cuts as COVID-19 losses grow.
- 3:02am
- WISN. MKE: Two positive coronavirus cases at school means test everyone.
- 3:01am
- Superior Telegram. COVID-19 concerns prompt Superior teachers to resign.
- 2:58am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. UW President Thompson announces layoffs at UW System Administration Office.
- 2:53am
- WTMJ. 'We didn't really have a choice': Wisconsin Chancellor Blank on halting fall sports including football.
- 2:51am
- U.S. News & World Report. UW System administration announces layoffs, other cuts.
- 2:47am
- AP. Interest in homeschooling has 'exploded' amid pandemic.
- 2:46am
- Spectrum News. Marquette University Law School Poll shows parents are more comfortable with school reopenings than public.
Local
- 12:34pm
- Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. City of Milwaukee announces $15 million CARES Act funding for rent support and assistance.
- 11:29am
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Calls for reduced law enforcement presence due to scaled down Democratic National Convention.
- 8:56am
- Public Health Madison & Dane County. Announcing breastfeeding peer counseling program.
Congress
- 4:15pm
- U.S. Rep. Steil. Joins EPA Administrator Wheeler in Waukesha for water infrastructure loan annoucement.
- 2:55pm
- Politico. Ron Johnson says committee Republicans blocking Comey, Brennan subpoenas.
- 9:38am
- Reuters. Mnuchin declines to say if U.S. COVID-19 aid deal can be reached.
- 3:52am
- USA Today. U.S. immigration services set to furlough two-thirds of its workers after coronavirus stimulus talks fail.
Politics
- 4:32pm
- Pfaff for 32nd Senate. Calls on legislative leaders to reverse position and expand BadgerCare.
- 4:16pm
- Kapanke for 32nd Senate. Reaction to the August 11th primary.
- 3:36pm
- Ballweg for 14th Senate. Wins primary.
- 3:05pm
- RPW. Launches ad "asleep at the switch."
- 2:02pm
- Schachtner for 10th Senate. Endorsed by former Lieutenant Governor Barbara Lawton.
- 12:30pm
- Pope for 80th Assembly. Wins primary, looks forward to November.
- 11:54am
- Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin. Celebrates endorsed candidates advancing to general election.
- 10:54am
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Proven progressive leadership.
- 8:52am
- Priorities USA. New ad: A Joe Biden-Kamala Harris administration will fight for every American.
- 4:15am
- Fitzgerald for 5th Congress. Issues primary election night statement.
- 4:08am
- Polack for 1st Congress. Racine native and national security expert wins Democratic primary.
- 4:07am
- Cratic Williams for 76th Assembly. Statement on results Democratic primary.
- 4:06am
- Hansen for 30th Senate. Wins Democratic primary.
- 4:05am
- Bladeh for 48th Assembly Wins election.
- 4:04am
- Pfaff for 32nd Senate. Statement regarding primary victory.
- 4:03am
- Stafsholt for 10th Senate. Wins primary.
- 4:03am
- Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin. Congratulates newly minted nominees in their primary victories.
- 3:59am
- RPW. "Republicans are ready to win in November."
- 3:58am
- Elmikashfi for 26th Senate. Thank you, Madison.
- 3:56am
- Bradley for 28th Senate. Declares victory.
- 3:43am
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Chosen as Democratic candidate.
- 3:41am
- NextGen Wisconsin. Celebrates hike in absentee ballot returns.
- 3:39am
- DMA. WI National Guard provides election support across state.
- 9:37am
- Politico. Kanye flops among Black voters.
- 4:14am
- Fox 11. More Appleton voters cast absentee ballots, face no long lines at polls.
- 4:13am
- RiverTowns. Stafsholt declares victory in Wisconsin 10th Senate District GOP primary.
- 4:12am
- Janesville Gazette. Dems pick Polack to take on Steil in 1st Congressional District.
- 3:55am
- Racine Journal Times. Former wrestler, secretary of state candidate Julian Bradley is GOP nominee for state Senate District 28.
- 3:36am
- WXOW. Pfaff to face Kapanke in 32nd Senate race.
- 3:36am
- WKOW. Roys declared winner of Democratic primary for 26th Senate seat.
- 3:34am
- WQOW. Clint Moses wins Republican primary for 29th Assembly.
- 3:27am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Bonnie Lee easily wins the Assembly District 14 Republican primary and will face Robyn Vining in the general election.
- 3:26am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Wisconsin August primary election results.
- 3:22am
- WKOW. Wisconsin Democrats react to Biden-Harris ticket.
- 3:21am
- WBAY. De Pere Alderman advances in partisan primary for Senate seat.
- 3:20am
- WBAY. Shelton defeats incumbent Gruszynski, advances to face Kirsteatter for Assembly District 90 seat.
- 3:19am
- WBAY. Nygren, Cabral-Guevara advance in races for Assembly District seats 89, 55.
- 3:09am
- Fox 11. Officials report no major problems as Wisconsin polls close.
- 3:08am
- WTMJ. Low in-person voter turnout in Milwaukee.
- 3:05am
- Spectrum News. Polling sites see low in-person voting across North-eastern Wisconsin.
- 3:04am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Here's who won, lost in Tuesday's state primaries.
- 3:03am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Francesca Hong wins packed race for Assembly District 76 on Madison's liberal Isthmus.
- 2:57am
- Sheboygan Press. Jessica King wins Democratic primary, will face Glenn Grothman for 6th Congressional seat.
- 2:57am
- WSAW. Rep. Kind, Van Orden advance to general election for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District.
- 2:56am
- NBC 15. Local experts predict Kamala Harris to help to turn out youth, Black voters.
- 2:53am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Latinx voters are on the rise. What does that mean for Wisconsin elections?
- 2:48am
- U.S. News & World Report. Wisconsin Senate leader Fitzgerald wins U.S House primary.
Tuesday August 11, 2020
Budget
- 9:12am
- LFB. Coronavirus Relief Fund monies under the federal CARES Act.
Legislative
- 12:24pm
- Rep. Nygren. Welcomes EPA administrator to Marinette; Calls for federal action to address PFAS. Letter.
- 10:49am
- Legislative Black Caucus. Letter to Milwaukee Mayor Barrett regarding Fire & Police Commission.
- 3:35am
- Up North News. Republicans don't have enough votes to overturn mask mandate, GOP lawmaker says.
- 3:28am
- CBS 58. Rep. Bowen says Officer Mensah provoked protesters outside home, pepper sprayed crowd.
State Agencies
- 10:46am
- Wisconsin Lottery. Badger 5 $248,000 jackpot split seven ways.
- 9:59am
- DNR. Help track Wisconsin's deer populations by reporting deer sightings.
- 3:57am
- Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway. Letter to the Wisconsin Public Service Commission requesting an extension of the moratorium on utility disconnections.
- 3:52am
- NBC 15. Madison mayor requests moratorium on utility disconnections extended to spring 2021.
- 3:37am
- WSAW. Attorney General Josh Kaul leads bipartisan coalition to help victims of senior fraud be compensated for losses.
Economy/Business
- 1:42pm
- NPS Corp. Appoints Michael Jansen President of its Towel and Tissue Division.
- 12:26pm
- DWD. Releases information on unemployment data.
- 12:25pm
- Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association. Wisconsin cranberry growers to again lead nation in production as industry sees increase in domestic sales.
- 11:47am
- Brown County Port & Resource Recovery Department. The Port of Green Bay sees a dip in cargo shipments in July.
- 1:41pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Enbridge won't condemn private property for pipeline route in northern Wisconsin.
- 11:03am
- Bloomberg. Small businesses are dying by the thousands - and no one is tracking the carnage.
- 9:14am
- Reuters. Trump's COVID orders too little, too late to help U.S. economy, experts say.
- 4:20am
- Milwaukee Biz Times. Wacker Neuson making 186 layoffs in Menomonee Falls permanent.
- 4:19am
- Chippewa Herald. 'People are looking toward home:' COVID-19 placing more importance on shopping and local businesses.
- 3:51am
- WBAY. The costly silence of tourism in Titletown.
- 3:30am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Reported Big Ten football cancellation deals economic blow to Badger-reliant businesses.
- 3:26am
- CBS 58. Thousands still waiting for unemployment benefits.
- 3:25am
- Spectrum News. Green Bay businesses take different paths to safer at home recovery.
Coronavirus
- 3:33pm
- Wisconsin Board on Aging and Long-Term Care. Changes to Medicare due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
- 2:23pm
- Gov. Evers. Wisconsin COVID-19 death toll surpasses 1,000.
- 10:53am
- Milwaukee Patch. Report shows pediatric coronavirus cases soaring; How WI is doing.
- 4:20am
- La Crosse Tribune. Workplaces make up nearly 40% of COVID-19 facility probes in state.
- 3:52am
- WISC. More people are being poisoned from drinking hand sanitizer.
Statewide
- 3:34pm
- Community Shares of Wisconsin. Local leaders in social and environmental justice to be honored.
- 10:47am
- RENEW Wisconsin. Announces Heather Allen as Executive Director.
Courts
- 1:32pm
- U.S. News & World Report. Madison-area coffee shop sues over local mask order.
Education
- 4:24pm
- UW System. President Thompson announces UW System priorities.
- 4:21pm
- UW-Eau Claire. Blugold plans to use future career and her voice to change lives.
- 3:38pm
- DPI. Department will hold hearing statement of scope relating to speech and language pathologist licenses.
- 2:35pm
- UW-Stout. Industrial design graduate stepping into dream career in footwear.
- 11:46am
- DPI. Department will hold hearing on three statements of scope.
- 10:51am
- NWTC. Local students looking for college transfer options.
- 2:28pm
- AP. Big Ten pulls plug on fall football amid COVID-19 concerns.
- 3:53am
- WXOW. Low international enrollment for universities will hurt bottom line, campus culture.
- 3:50am
- WQOW. How the Eau Claire School District will handle a positive COVID-19 test.
- 3:38am
- Wisconsin State Journal. As school restarts, UW experts say supporting academics, social-emotional health is key.
- 3:25am
- The Center Square. Canceling UW football could mean $100 million loss.
Local
- 4:23pm
- Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway. Statement on the Eastside shooting.
- 10:45am
- Madison Black Chamber of Commerce. To honor Ms. Milele Chikasa Anana.
- 3:56am
- Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association. Statement regarding recent violence in Wauwatosa.
- 3:36am
- Spectrum News. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley outlines vision for racial equity.
Congress
- 4:22pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. And colleagues call for long-term relief for 43 million student loan borrowers amid pandemic.
- 3:46pm
- U.S. Rep. Sensenbrenner. Letter to Wauwatosa Mayor Dennis McBride regarding restoring law and order in the city.
- 3:54am
- Opportunity Wisconsin. Trump's sham unemployment insurance executive order leaves 700,000 unemployed Wisconsinites behind.
- 4:29am
- Reuters. U.S. governors question cost of Trump COVID-19 plans, urge talks to continue.
- 4:24am
- AP. Inaction by Congress leaves states to pay for election costs.
- 4:05am
- The Hill. Governors air frustrations with Trump on unemployment plans.
- 3:41am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Ron Johnson on stimulus negotiations: 'I hope the talks remain broken down.'
- 3:40am
- AP. In virus talks, Pelosi holds firm while Mnuchin wants a deal.
- 3:35am
- U.S. News & World Report. Wisconsin Democrats decry Trump unemployment benefits order.
Politics
- 4:47pm
- RPW. Statement in response to Joe Biden's vice presidential pick.
- 3:35pm
- Winker for 38th Assembly. Calls on Speaker Vos & Rep. Dittrich to support school district safety plans.
- 12:42pm
- Marquette University. New Marquette Law School poll finds Biden holding a steady lead over Trump in Wisconsin.
- 9:26am
- Our Wisconsin Revolution. Opposes DNC platform, which leaves out Medicare for all.
- 9:06am
- Madison City Clerk. Voting in the Partisan Primary.
- 4:14am
- Common Cause in Wisconsin. What you need to know to vote in today's primary election.
- 3:58am
- Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition. August 11 election: Resources for voters with disabilities.
- 3:37pm
- Reuters. Democratic presidential candidate Biden taps Senator Kamala Harris as running mate.
- 1:38pm
- The Hill. Biden leads Trump by 5 points in Wisconsin: poll.
- 1:34pm
- WBAY. Marquette Poll: Green Bay-Appleton "closely divided" between Biden and Trump.
- 1:33pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Marquette Poll: Joe Biden leads Donald Trump by 5 points among likely voters.
- 9:18am
- Cap Times. Wisconsin poll workers set to process thousands of absentee ballots.
- 9:15am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Legislative, congressional races on ballot in Tuesday's primary.
- 9:14am
- The Hill. Wisconsin looks to avoid repeat of chaotic April elections.
- 3:32am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Kanye West presidential campaign: Petitions turned in 14 seconds after 5 p.m. should be counted. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
- 3:29am
- Fox 6. Wisconsin National Guard ready to pitch in on Election Day: 'Happy to help Wisconsin.'
- 3:27am
- CBS 58. Voters, businesses concerned over delayed United States Postal Service mail times.
Monday August 10, 2020
Legislative
- 4:43pm
- Rep. Bowen. Statement on weekend incident in Wauwatosa.
- 3:17pm
- Sen. Kooyenga. Mob rule must end.
- 3:16pm
- Rep. Hutton. Statement on attack on Wauwatosa Police officer.
- 2:32pm
- Rep. Meyers. Broadband more crucial than ever.
- 12:58pm
- Sen. Wanggaard. Statement on attack on Wauwatosa Police officer.
- 12:48pm
- Rep. Zamarripa. Thanks Wisconsin farmworkers and acitivists after Migrant Labor Council hearing.
- 12:46pm
- DMA. 10 August Update: Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week.
- 10:04am
- WMC. Senator Fitzgerald receives WMC's "Working for Wisconsin" Award.
- 4:20am
- Sen. Wanggaard. Statement on shooting of Kenosha police officer.
State Agencies
- 3:19pm
- DNR. Wisconsinites encouraged to apply for DNR Surface Water Grant funds.
- 2:33pm
- AG Kaul. Joins coalition challenging Trump administration's unlawful effort to bar immigrants and foreign workers.
- 12:45pm
- DATCP, DOR. ICYMI: Wisconsin Farm Support Program reopens for applications today.
- 11:23am
- AG Kaul. Leads bipartisan group of 44 AGs in urging Congress to pass legislation to protect senior victims of fraud.
- 10:58am
- DATCP. Wisconsin Agriculture Youth Council applications due Aug. 21.
- 4:18am
- DMA. Annual Northern Lightning exercise returns to Volk Field August 10-21.
Economy/Business
- 8:56am
- CNBC. Small business confidence rebounds from all-time low, but Main Street still has a long way to go.
- 8:51am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Fewer Wisconsin farms filed for bankruptcy during the height of the pandemic.
- 4:36am
- WJFW. Minocqua businesses close due to COVID-19.
- 4:35am
- WKOW. Epic not requiring employees to return in-person as they review plans with public health officials.
- 3:43am
- NBC 15. State unemployment payments still backlogged, Congress disagrees on relief package.
- 3:35am
- Milwaukee Biz Times. Wisconsin exports on pace for $2.45 billion drop this year.
- 3:34am
- U.S. News & World Report. For pandemic jobless, the only real certainty is uncertainty.
- 3:27am
- La Crosse Tribune. La Crosse already had a housing crisis, but COVID-19 worsened it.
- 3:26am
- Racine Journal Times. Evictions loom as rental assistance gets spent and moratoriums uncertain.
- 3:23am
- The Hill. PPP application window closes after coronavirus talks deadlock.
Coronavirus
- 4:06pm
- Lincoln County Health Department. First COVID-19 related death in Lincoln County.
- 8:54am
- The Guardian. 'This is unstoppable': America's midwest braces itself for a Covid-19 surge.
- 8:53am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Mask violation reporting form stirs debate on mandate enforcement.
- 4:33am
- WTMJ. 'The virus is insidious': Medical College of Wisconsin encourages public to wear masks to combat COVID-19.
- 3:52am
- WISN. Wisconsin's coronavirus death toll reaches 1,000 victims.
- 3:52am
- Racine Journal Times. Wisconsin's COVID-19 testing ability dropping because supplies are being redirected to other states.
- 3:51am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Children can get severe COVID-19, CDC says - especially Black and Hispanic children.
- 3:50am
- WISC. Multiple coronavirus cases linked to sporting tournaments in Wisconsin Dells. WISC.
- 3:49am
- WISN. Doctors study what could be Wisconsin's 1st case of coronavirus reinfection.
- 3:48am
- WEAU. Eau Claire County health officials confirm 22 new COVID-19 cases, highest single-day total.
- 3:47am
- Oak Creek Patch. Coronavirus cases rise in Oak Creek; 20s age group has most cases.
- 3:45am
- NBC News. 'We're going to run out': Doctors call for COVID-19 survivors to donate convalescent plasma.
- 3:41am
- Fox 11. Wisconsin breaks single-day record for positive COVID-19 cases Saturday.
- 3:35am
- Monroe Times. Green County back to 'high' and growing.
- 3:32am
- CNBC. U.S. tops 5 million coronavirus cases as outbreak threatens America's Midwest.
- 3:21am
- Sheboygan Press. Twenty-somethings make up almost a quarter of COVID-19 cases in Sheboygan County; two community testing sites closed.
- 3:14am
- WKBT. The Children's Museum of La Crosse will be closed until further notice.
Statewide
- 9:06am
- Community Care. Promotes Dr. Kelly Schroeder.
Education
- 3:19pm
- DPI. Department will hold hearing on proposed rules related to substitute educational interpreter licenses.
- 1:35pm
- UW-Stout. Board of Regents approves promotions, tenure for 28 faculty.
- 11:16am
- UW-River Falls. 2020 Falcon Frontier Days Rodeo cancelled.
- 10:03am
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Stresses need for equity, safety amid pandemic during upcoming school year.
- 4:18am
- UW-Eau Claire. Grad's popular food truck becomes a D.C. favorite.
- 11:21am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Big Ten cancels football season; announcement expected Tuesday.
- 11:14am
- WEAU. Report: Big Ten to cancel fall football season.
- 8:52am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Some Wisconsin universities require students, staff to sign COVID-19 pledges.
- 3:38am
- U.S. News & World Report. Schools mull outdoor classes amid virus, ventilation worries.
- 3:17am
- Wisconsin State Journal. ESPN: Big Ten close to postponing or canceling football, fall sports.
Local
- 3:18pm
- Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Nicholson. Endorses County Exec's vision, pledges to work together.
- 11:17am
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. Local businesses should continue remote work accommodations wherever possible.
- 9:04am
- Venture Dairy Cooperative. Denounces unlawful Town of Peck ordinance that will charge farmers for hauling manure.
- 4:23am
- Milwaukee Common Council. Milwaukee has an opportunity to usher in lasting change.
- 4:22am
- WTMJ. Wauwatosa Officer Joseph Mensah physically assaulted, shot at during protest, police say.
Congress
- 4:08pm
- A Better Wisconsin Together. Wisconsinites deserve to know where our elected officials stand on Donald Trump's executive orders.
- 3:43pm
- U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Graham. Lead bipartisan effort to protect seniors from scams during COVID-19 pandemic.
- 2:34pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Trump needs to start working with Congress to pass bipartisan legislation that helps Wisconsin with ongoing and worsening public health and economic crisis.
- 9:07am
- League of Wisconsin Municipalities. Congress, please support Wisconsin cities and villages.
- 1:01pm
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Under fire from Democrats, Republican Sen. Ron Johnson pens lengthy defense of his investigations, including one aimed at Joe Biden.
- 9:13am
- Politico. Ron Johnson subpoenas documents from FBI director.
- 4:29am
- USA Today. 'An administrative nightmare': Trump's executive action is a scramble for unemployment aid.
- 4:28am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Ron Johnson's pursuit of Joe Biden, Burisma investigation raises red flags.
- 3:37am
- AP. States on hook for billions under Trump's unemployment plan.
- 3:36am
- AP. Trump end run around Congress raises questions on his claims.
- 3:24am
- New York Times. Russia continues interfering in election to try to help Trump, U.S. Intelligence says.
- 3:22am
- Reuters. Pelosi, Mnuchin open door to narrower COVID-19 aid through 2020.
Politics
- 4:05pm
- Dittrich for 38th Assembly. Setting the record straight.
- 4:03pm
- Marquette University. Marquette Law Poll announces release of 'Wisconsin: The State of the Race' presentation Aug. 15.
- 1:57pm
- Murphy-Lopez for 49th Assembly. Let's prepare for a challenging winter.
- 12:49pm
- Feyen for 18th Senate. Wisconsin Grocers Association endorses.
- 12:46pm
- Lee for 14th Assembly. Statement on attack of Officer Mensah.
- 11:20am
- Steil for 1st Congress. Issues debate challenge ahead of Tuesday's Democratic primary.
- 11:19am
- DNC. Demcrats announces inspiring lineup of Americans who will speak.
- 10:02am
- Stewart for 48th Assembly. Urges residents to vote August 11.
- 9:05am
- Bradley for 28th Senate. 'Radical behavior destroying our communities must end.'
- 8:58am
- UW-Madison. Battleground state poll shows Biden leading Trump in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.
- 8:50am
- Pfaff for 32nd Senate. Governor Tony Evers endorses.
- 1:02pm
- Racine Journal Times. 'Someone has to step up': Some dedicated poll workers refuse to quit amid COVID-19 fears.
- 12:55pm
- Fox 11. Neenah consolidates to one polling location for August primary.
- 11:13am
- CBS 58. Milwaukee to have 168 polling places to avoid crowds for Tuesday's primary.
- 11:00am
- U.S. News & World Report. Wisconsin voters request 900K absentee ballots for primary.
- 8:55am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Biden holds lead in statewide poll, Trump's support dips among white voters.
- 4:17am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Challenges argue Kanye West filed petitions late, should be barred from Wisconsin presidential ballot.
- 3:33am
- AP. Postal Service emerges as flash point heading into election.
- 3:32am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Complaints to keep Kanye West off Wisconsin ballot cite phony signatures, including from Mickey Mouse and Bernie Sanders.
- 3:15am
- WISC. Communities on pace to shatter records for absentee voting ahead of Tuesday midterm election.
Friday August 7, 2020
Legislative
- 10:06am
- Sen. Marklein. Column: Session recap: The state budget.
- 9:11am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Scott Fitzgerald stays quiet as another top Republican seeks federal help to cover COVID-19 testing costs.
- 3:32am
- WISC. 'Do your jobs': Group of nurses calls on legislative leaders to keep mask mandate in place, pass Healthcare Heroes bill.
State Agencies
- 1:58pm
- DMA. New Wisconsin Guard sexual assault response coordinator brings vast experience and passion for victim advocacy to position.
- 10:07am
- DWD. Adjusts to changing workforce needs amid COVID-19 challenges.
Economy/Business
- 1:25pm
- CNBC. Canada to impose tariffs on $2.7 billion in U.S. goods after Trump reignites trade feud.
- 11:27am
- Reuters. U.S .Black-white unemployment rate gap widens again in July.
- 11:24am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. As weekly unemployment benefits drop $600, aid agencies brace for spike in demand.
- 9:10am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. Small businesses say masks, distancing are key to protecting and reviving local economies.
- 9:02am
- AP. U.S. adds 1.8 million jobs in a sign that hiring has weakened.
- 3:41am
- Fox 21. Ashland goes "All In" for COVID-19 response.
- 3:40am
- Fond du Lac Reporter. 'We're all in this together': The WEDC visits Fond du Lac to aid small business recovery. WXPR.
- 3:33am
- Fox 11. State rental assistance program offers relief to those facing eviction.
- 3:30am
- Lake Geneva Regional News. Tourism impact unclear as face masks become mandatory.
- 3:28am
- WKBT. Ron Kind decries Trump renewal of aluminum tariffs as blow to Wisconsin breweries.
- 3:27am
- Politico. Trump will slap tariffs on Canada's aluminum again.
- 3:21am
- AP. July U.S. jobs report is expected to point to hiring slowdown.
- 3:21am
- U.S. News & World Report. Fed's Main Street pandemic support program off to slow start.
Coronavirus
- 10:07am
- DHS. More than 220,000 Wisconsin households to receive additional FoodShare benefits for July and August in response to COVID-19 pandemic.
- 8:59am
- Wisconsin Policy Forum. Arts and culture in a pandemic.
- 11:21am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Policy Forum report: Wisconsin's arts and culture industry threatened by pandemic. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
- 4:17am
- Wausau Daily Herald. Merrill mayor asks police to enforce statewide mask mandate; leaders encourage residents to comply voluntarily.
- 3:55am
- WISN. Coronavirus surges in southern suburbs, officials say people need to be more careful.
- 3:48am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 3 cases of COVID-19 detected among workers who sought access to Wisconsin Center ahead of 2020 DNC.
- 3:39am
- WTMJ. Increasing number of school-aged kids test positive for COVID-19.
- 3:31am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Opioid overdose increase in Madison, state linked to COVID-19 stress.
- 3:23am
- Racine Journal Times. Black Point Estate closes after employee tests positive for coronavirus.
Statewide
- 2:44pm
- Wisconsin Hospital Association. State's Critical Access Hospitals ranked third best nationally for quality efforts.
- 10:05am
- American Lung Association. To host first-ever virtual LUNG FORCE Walk in Wisconsin.
Education
- 3:16pm
- UW-Madison. That little voice in your head - if you have it - may be aligning your thoughts.
- 12:06pm
- UW-Milwaukee. Research Foundation receives WEDC grant for UWM startups.
- 12:00pm
- UW-Platteville. Update Coronavirus.
- 11:59am
- UW-Platteville. Partners with College Pads to provide an off-campus housing marketplace.
- 8:56am
- Vote Yes 2 Invest. ICYMI: Two Madison elected officials endorse school referendum.
- 4:02am
- UW-Stout. Stout Scholars Scholarship awarded to three new students.
- 11:22am
- WSAW. How the UW System's new COVD-19 testing plan will impact UW-Stevens Point.
- 3:38am
- CBS 58. Some out-of-state families are enrolling their kids in Wisconsin schools so they can go to in-person classes.
- 3:36am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. UW System ordering over 350,000 COVID-19 tests for students this fall.
- 3:25am
- WFRV. Plan for COVID-19 testing for students this fall, "in the works."
- 3:25am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Wisconsin Badgers' positive COVID-19 test count climbs to 21 athletes.
Local
- 10:52am
- ACLU of Wisconsin. Calls for stop and frisk compliance, community input in search for Milwaukee's Police Chief after Morales' demotion.
- 4:03am
- Milwaukee Ald. Lewis. Council members urge Mayor to move without delay in nominating new FPC head.
Congress
- 2:04pm
- U.S. Sen. Johnson. Introduces bill to ensure assistance for businesses in need, transparency in PPP loans.
- 1:24pm
- Growth Energy. Applauds renewed House push for biofuel relief.
- 10:51am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. And colleagues criticize Trump administration's maneuvers to manipulate census & hamper an accurate count.
- 8:59am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. And colleagues continue push for expanded work share provisions in next relief package.
- 9:00am
- AP. Virus aid talks on brink of collapse; sides 'very far apart.'
- 3:43am
- Reuters. Congressional Democrats, White House see little progress in coronavirus relief talks.
- 3:42am
- Politico. Covid talks going nowhere as deadline nears.
- 3:29am
- WAOW. Rep. Ron Kind urges Senate to extend federal unemployment assistance following Verso mill closure.
Politics
- 3:17pm
- Wisconsin Elections Commission. Top things voters should know for the Partisan Primary August 11 2020 COVID-19.
- 1:03pm
- RPW. ICYMI: $20,000 reward offered for information on Bernell Trammell's murder.
- 8:58am
- Stewart for 48th Assembly. Lindsey Hagens endorses.
- 8:57am
- Stewart for 48th Assembly. Calls for action on unemployment insurance.
- 4:08am
- Cratic Williams for 76th Assembly. Endorsed by carpenters' union.
- 4:07am
- Racine Mayor Mason. How to cast your ballot for the August 11th primary in the City of Racine.
- 9:02am
- Reuters. As Trump attacks mail ballots, Republicans see their own prospects damaged.
- 3:46am
- The Hill. Kanye West may have missed deadline to get on Wisconsin ballot by minutes: report.
- 3:45am
- WKOW. Forbes: Kanye West indicates campaign aims to take votes from Joe Biden.
- 3:44am
- Fox 6. Milwaukee County leaders: Kanye West on the ballot in Wisconsin is GOP's 'latest dirty trick.' Spectrum News.
- 3:35am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Madison likely won't see election result delays, long lines for August primary.
- 3:33am
- Baraboo News Republic. Baraboo, Portage see uptick in absentee ballots.
Thursday August 6, 2020
Governor
- 12:19pm
- UW System. Testing program includes more than 350,000 tests.
- 11:43am
- Gov. Evers. Announces $32 million to support COVID-19 testing at UW campuses.
- 1:22pm
- WSAW. Gov. Evers announces $32 million to support COVID-19 testing at UW campuses.
Legislative
- 1:26pm
- Rep. Myers. Demands transparency & accountability of the Lutheran High School Association/Milwaukee Lutheran High School.
- 4:09am
- Kenosha News. 47 GOP members send letter to Wisconsin superintendents, pressing for in-person instruction.
- 3:31am
- Fox 6. State GOP 'united in ending' Evers' mask mandate as some municipalities look to strengthen it.
State Agencies
- 2:24pm
- DNR. Water safety always starts with a life jacket.
- 12:17pm
- DOT. DMV: It's not too late to get an ID to vote in Tuesday's Partisan Primary.
- 11:39am
- OCI. Administrative Actions July 2020.
- 10:29am
- DMA. Remaining Red Arrow headquarters Soliders return to U.S. soil after Ukraine deployment.
- 9:24am
- DNR. Public notices wastewater discharge permit for JCI/Tyco facility in Marinette.
- 3:25am
- WHEDA. Rep. Kalan Haywood II joins Board.
Economy/Business
- 1:43pm
- Wisconsin Safety Council. Annual Conference to be held virtually Sept. 1 & 2.
- 8:58am
- DATCP. Wisconsin farm support program reopens for applications Aug. 10-24.
- 1:39pm
- AP. 'Worst nightmare': Laid-off workers endure loss of $600 aid.
- 11:10am
- WSAW. The Grand postpones major fall performances, launches Ghost Light Fund.
- 8:59am
- Wall Street Journal. More farmers declare bankruptcy despite record levels of federal aid.
- 8:55am
- Reuters. U.S. weekly jobless claims ease, layoffs jump 54% in July.
- 8:54am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. 'It's a juggling act': Food banks brace for higher need as benefits expire and school goes virtual.
- 8:52am
- AP. 1.2 million seek jobless aid after $600 federal check ends.
- 3:48am
- CBS 58. Milwaukee Community Advocates seeing more families applying for rent assistance than ever before.
- 3:33am
- Madison.com. Noah's Ark Waterpark in Wisconsin Dells closed for season after COVID-19 outbreak.
- 3:31am
- WEAU. Many Wisconsinites still waiting for unemployment benefits.
Coronavirus
- 10:30am
- Lt. Gov. Barnes. Delivers Democratic Radio Address thanking Wisconsinites for masking up.
- 11:45am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Advocate Aurora, facing shortage of supplies, will close most testing sites, stop testing some patients for COVID-19 before surgery.
- 11:07am
- WTMJ. Milwaukee's drug epidemic a 'time bomb' during COVID-19 pandemic, experts say.
- 10:46am
- WKOW. Opioid overdoses and deaths rise in Wisconsin during COVID-19 pandemic.
- 4:20am
- Racine Journal Times. UPDATE: COVID case count now at 16 in western Racine County nursing home for veterans. Fox 6.
- 4:05am
- Beloit Daily News. State officials stop in Beloit to push WEDC initiative aimed at supporting small businesses.
- 3:56am
- The Hill. CDC warns against ingesting hand sanitizer after reports of poisonings, deaths.
- 3:39am
- Fox 6. Officials: 'Cluster of new COVID-19 cases tied to graduation parties' in Mequon/Thiensville.
- 3:38am
- Fox 6. Racine Common Council extends COVID-19 emergency declaration to Dec. 31.
- 3:35am
- Cap Times. Wisconsin increases testing capacity as COVID-19 cases rise, school year approaches.
- 3:34am
- WISC. Vast majority of Wisconsin counties have high COVID-19 activity levels as over 800 new cases confirmed.
- 3:29am
- Sheboygan Press. Wisconsin officials report 884 more COVID-19 cases as hospitalization data remains murky.
- 3:27am
- WKBT. Wisconsin first lady Kathy Evers announces mental wellness tool for families amid COVID-19.
- 3:27am
- WKBT. 'We're All In' initiative gets Wisconsinites actively participating in COVID-19 recovery effort.
- 3:25am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. COVID-19 activity high in all but 6 counties.
Courts
- 3:32am
- ABC News. Judge unsure if virus requires changes to Wisconsin election.
- 3:24am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. 'This is a sea change': Federal judge hears arguments in pandemic voting case.
Education
- 3:03pm
- Marquette University. French professor receives Way Klingler Fellowship Award for the humanities.
- 2:16pm
- UW-Madison. Simpler COVID-19 test could provide results in hours from saliva.
- 1:18pm
- UW-Stout. Receives study abroad grant from U.S. Department of State.
- 11:00am
- UW-Madison. Nanoparticle system captures heart-disease biomarker form blood for in-depth analysis.
- 10:16am
- Code Ninjas. Launches program for virtual learners this fall.
- 8:58am
- UW-La Crosse. Curbside campus tour.
- 8:53am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. UW Regents approves emergency rules aimed at complying with Title IX changes.
- 4:03am
- Oshkosh Northwestern. Oshkosh public school students will return to in-person classes in the fall.
- 3:47am
- WISN. Marquette's reopening plan includes on-campus testing, required daily screening.
- 3:47am
- WEAU. UWEC unveils "Blugold Flight Plan" for upcoming school year.
- 3:37am
- WSAW. Marathon Co. Health Department supports in-person learning as long as it is possible.
- 3:28am
- WISN. Schools wait on guidelines for coronavirus outbreak shutdowns.
Local
- 1:23pm
- AFSCME Wisconsin. Statement in support of Dane County recommendation honoring Juneteenth.
- 12:18pm
- Milwaukee Ald. Zamarripa. MPD Chief Morales and FPC Chairman DeVougas deserve removal.
- 9:58am
- Madison Mayor Rhodes-Conway. Statement on gun violence.
- 4:27am
- Milwaukee Mayor Barrett. Letter to Fire and Police Commission.
Congress
- 3:05pm
- U.S. Sens. Johnson, Lee. Ask Google for answers about political bias on platform.
- 3:04pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Joins effort to prevent pharmaceutical companies from price gouging COVID-19 vaccines, treatments.
- 1:19pm
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Wants answers from Trump's new Postmaster General about delayed mail delivery in Wisconsin.
- 1:17pm
- U.S. Rep. Steil. Hosts Children's Mental Health Forum, introduces the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Support During COVID-19 Act.
- 3:37am
- U.S. Rep. Gallagher. Applauds USDA investments in Sister Bay, Gillett.
- 4:10am
- Reuters. White House, congressional Democrats harden stances on coronavirus relief.
Politics
- 11:41am
- Focus on Rural America. Heartland poll release: Biden leads in Midwest.
- 11:29am
- Rural America 2020. Announces Wisconsin steering committee.
- 10:29am
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Announces extensive list of campaign endorsements.
- 1:22pm
- CBS 58. Delegates, buisnesses react to Biden's decision to not come to Milwaukee for nomination.
- 4:07am
- WISN. Wisconsin National Guard troops to serve as poll workers for August election.
- 4:01am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Milwaukee leader express disappointment, but understanding, as DNC slips away.
Wednesday August 5, 2020
Governor
- 2:51pm
- Gov. Evers. Announces mobilization of Wisconsin National Guard to support August election.
- 12:32pm
- Gov. Evers. Announces federal disaster aid resources for St. Croix County.
- 9:03am
- Gov. Evers. First Lady Evers announces the Wisconsin 19th Amendment Celebration Committee's "Women Who Inspire" nominee.
- 3:38am
- CBS 58. Evers says there is no 'secret plan' to order schools go online for the fall.
Legislative
- 3:40pm
- Rep. Magnafici. Supports revoking Governor's emergency powers.
- 2:34pm
- Rep. Pope. GOP puts pressure on districts to open schools in-person.
- 11:13am
- Sen. Smith. Column: Legislature must act for unemployed.
- 9:05am
- LRB. The Public Trust Doctrine.
- 3:59am
- Up North News. Read the letter GOP legislators sent to superintendents pressuring them to reopen schools.
State Agencies
- 4:42pm
- WHEDA. Ranell Washington joins Board.
- 3:01pm
- DCF Sec. Amundson. Wisconsin's looming child care crisis and its broad ranging impact.
- 2:33pm
- ACLU of Wisconsin. After prison population increase, calls on leadership to reduce incarcerated population during pandemic.
- 1:23pm
- AG Kaul. Joins letter calling on Facebook to take stronger steps to prevent use of its platforms to spread hate and disinformation.
- 12:33pm
- AG Kaul. Urges Senate to ensure relief for all federal student loan borrowers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- 12:29pm
- DOT. State Patrol August Law of the Month focuses on speeding.
Economy/Business
- 4:34pm
- Boardman & Clark. Labor & Employment Update.
- 1:24pm
- Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce. Executive Director selected for economic recovery fellowship.
- 1:31pm
- Marshfield News Herald. 'It's like we failed': Union members, employees react to Verso agreement at Wisconsin Rapids mill.
- 11:20am
- Cap Times. Epic employees say coronavirus concerns met with retaliation, demotions.
- 9:57am
- CNBC. Private payroll growth slows sharply in July amid spike in virus.
- 3:47am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. 'It's getting better': Green Bay businesses adapt to face mask mandate as customer compliance grows.
- 3:46am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. 'I could easily end up on a ventilator': Epic Systems employees decry company policy amid pandemic. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Coronavirus
- 10:01am
- DHS. Federal grant to address behavioral health during COVID-19 pandemic.
- 9:53am
- WEDC. Communities, businesses, citizens say 'We're All In' to stop spread of COVID-19.
- 2:57pm
- Appleton Post Crescent. More COVID-19 tests ordered for busy Menasha site as hundreds show up for testing.
- 1:17pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Evers administration says statewide mask mandate can be enforced despite sheriff's opposition.
- 12:37pm
- Racine Journal Times. Five COVID-19 cases confirmed at Wisconsin Veterans Home at Union Grove.
- 4:42am
- WISN. Evers says mask mandate works to slow coronavirus while Republicans eye challenge.
- 3:58am
- U.S. News & World Report. 'Too many are selfish': U.S. nears 5 million virus cases.
- 3:56am
- Politico. Trump spares only Texas and Florida in cutting funds for National Guard.
- 3:44am
- NBC 15. Two bars in Wisconsin Dells temp. closed after workers test positive.
- 3:43am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. DHS reports record number of COVID-19 tests, 728 new cases.
- 3:39am
- Kenosha News. Wisconsin to pick up portion of cost for National Guard mission following federal cut to spending.
- 3:37am
- Fox 6. Wauwatosa Common Council passes mask ordinance, ban on neck restraints.
Statewide
- 3:29am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Former Wisconsin regulator sought job as utility CEO months after voting to approve its projects.
Courts
- 1:25pm
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Judge won't take Wisconsin's swing-state status into acount as he considers voting rights.
- 3:42am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Experts: Slimmer conservative majority on Wisconsin Supreme Court could unite justices.
Education
- 4:34pm
- UW System. Statements on complying with new federal Title IX regulations.
- 12:30pm
- Marquette University. Chemistry professor receives Way Klingler Fellowship Award in science.
- 11:15am
- UW-Eau Claire. Finalizes plans for safe return to classes for fall.
- 9:07am
- UW-Eau Claire. App allows drivers to pay for timed parking on campus.
- 9:06am
- UW-Whitewater. Nontraditional student brings wealth of experience to Board of Regents.
- 2:35pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. In best case, Badgers say they could lose $60M in revenue this football season.
- 2:31pm
- WJFW. Wisconsin Valley Conference delays start to low-risk sports.
- 11:16am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. After record-setting COVID-19 cases in July, more Wisconsin schools opt for virtual learning.
- 10:03am
- AP. Districts go round and round on school bus reopening plans.
- 9:56am
- The Hill. Trump advocates for school reopenings: 'This thing is going away.'
- 4:07am
- NBC 15. Child care facilities face uncertainties as fall approaches.
- 4:06am
- WQOW. Durand moves to have in-person classes 5 days a week despite parents' protest.
- 3:38am
- Fox 6. 'Anxious and uncertain:' Questions, concerns persist as schools prep for fall returns.
- 3:31am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. Indigenous leaders call for Wisconsin schools to retire Native American mascots, logos.
- 3:30am
- Fox 11. Teacher union leaders discuss how to tackle the "different" school year.
Local
- 3:11pm
- Dane County Exec. Parisi. Dane County announces grant recipients set to offer behavioral health services at neighborhood and community centers.
Congress
- 3:41pm
- Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley. Bi-partisan coalition of County Executive's urge federal aid for local governments.
- 2:37pm
- Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs. Johnson, Grassley call for Pelosi, Schumer, Schiff, Warner to stop playing political games with election security intelligence.
- 11:26am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Joins local Wisconsin leaders in calling for more federal emergency funding for state and local governments to provide essential services.
- 1:16pm
- Politico. Johnson and Grassley push back against accusations they're spreading Russian disinformation.
- 3:57am
- AP. Progress slow as urgency grows on virus relief legislation.
- 3:41am
- CBS News. Factory worker's death highlights debate over GOP-backed coronavirus liability shield.
- 3:34am
- CBS 58. Senator Baldwin touts unemployment legislation as lawmakers discuss COVID-19 relief.
Politics
- 3:43pm
- DMA. Wisconsin National Guard mobilized to support August 11 election.
- 2:32pm
- Kewaunee County. Seeking poll workers for upcoming elections.
- 12:40pm
- RPW. Statement in response to Joe Biden abandoning Wisconsin.
- 12:35pm
- Stewart for 48th Assembly. Calls for housing action.
- 12:34pm
- DNC. Convention speakers, including Vice President Biden, will not travel to Milwaukee to protect public health.
- 12:31pm
- Roys for 26th Senate. Senator LaTonya Johnson endorses.
- 12:30pm
- Roys for 26th Senate. Plumbers, Operating Engineers endorse.
- 11:14am
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Attorney General Josh Kaul endorses.
- 9:52am
- Cabral-Guevara for 55th Assembly. Endorsed by Outagamie County GOP Campaign Chair.
- 9:04am
- Lemmer for 48th Assembly. North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters endorses.
- 4:13am
- Common Cause in Wisconsin. What you need to know to vote in August's Partisan Primary election.
- 4:12am
- Wisconsin Elections Commission. Independent candidates for president file paperwork..
- 4:11am
- Cratic Williams for 76th Assembly. Drafts Law Enforcement Accountability and Transparency Act (LEAT Act).
- 4:10am
- Elmikashfi for 26th Senate. EPIC - put the health of your employees over your profits.
- 1:20pm
- Duluth News Tribune. Minnesota, Wisconsin among 5 states in Biden camp's $280 million ad buy.
- 11:22am
- USA Today. Joe Biden won't travel to Milwaukee for 2020 DNC because of coronavirus concerns.
- 11:18am
- WISC. AP source: Biden will not travel to Milwaukee to accept Democratic nomination.
- 4:15am
- WTMJ. Kanye West files Wisconsin paperwork to run for president.
- 3:36am
- U.S. News & World Report. More than 900 workers needed for Wisconsin polls.
- 3:35am
- CBS 58. Area leaders expecting low in-person turnout for August primary with sharp increase in absentee voting.
- 3:35am
- WKBT. Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District front and center of upcoming partisan primary.
- 3:33am
- WISN. GOP behind Kanye campaign?
- 3:28am
- RiverTowns. Absentee ballots flooding Wisconsin municipal clerk offices.
Tuesday August 4, 2020
Governor
- 11:13am
- Gov. Evers. Signs Executive Order honoring the career and legacy of Chief Justice Abrahamson.
- 11:08am
- Sen. Fitzgerald. Acknowledges Evers' statements on schools.
- 3:49am
- WTMJ. Gov. Evers doesn't plan to mandate virtual instruction, amid lawmaker's concerns.
- 3:48am
- CBS 58. Teachers' unions continue pressure on Evers to order virtual start to school year.
- 3:47am
- Kenosha News. Will Gov. Evers order schools to close statewide in fall? At least one Republican fears he will.
Legislative
- 1:11pm
- Rep. Felzkowski. Letter to WI congressional delegation in support of logger relief package.
- 10:05am
- Leg. Council. Information Memorandum: No-knock search warrants.
- 4:27am
- Rep. Rodriguez. Statement on PFC. Evan Bath.
State Agencies
- 1:12pm
- DNR. Botanists identify - and contain - a new invasive grass in Wisconsin.
- 11:50am
- DHS. State poison center and health agency issue warning about certain hand sanitizers.
- 11:04am
- DNR. Lake Michigan whitefish virtual meeting August 18.
- 10:03am
- State Public Defender. Attorney Jennifer Bias recognized with National Award.
- 3:58am
- WSAW. Staff share details about weekend incident at Wis. youth prison.
- 3:40am
- WJFW. Graffiti on Wisconsin Veterans Museum to be removed.
Economy/Business
- 10:06am
- Madison Region Economic Partnership. Fourth statewide COVID-19 Business Impact Survey reveals gains in inventory, income and employment but a significant decline in business and personal travel.
- 9:09am
- WEC Energy Group. Reports second-quarter results.
- 4:28am
- DWD. Releases information on unemployment data.
- 2:54pm
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Survey: Wisconsin businesses report first income gains since April.
- 2:50pm
- Fond du Lac Reporter. Wisconsin businesses say industry-specific funding, extending the PPP loan forgiveness period important if PPP continues.
- 2:49pm
- The Hill. Survey finds nearly one-third of rehired workers laid off again.
- 11:20am
- Fox 11. UW-Oshkosh's July survey shows a concern on business travel.
- 3:58am
- AP. Wave of evictions expected as moratoriums end in many states.
- 3:57am
- Up North News. 200,000 Wisconsin families are at risk of eviction as $600 boost expires.
Coronavirus
- 3:14pm
- DVA Sec. Kolar. Help protect Wisconsin's veterans from COVID-19.
- 3:13pm
- Wisconsin Technology Council. Solid science, economic reasons behind masks to fight COVID-19, board says. Resolution.
- 2:50pm
- WTMJ. Village of Shorewood board introduces resolution to expand mask requirement to outdoors.
- 9:08am
- WBAY. "Doesn't make us feel good": Dr. Rai on coronavirus spread among kids.
- 9:07am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. State COVID-19 aid likely helped farmers left out of federal programs.
- 9:06am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Waukesha County one of the latest Wisconsin suburbs to be hit hard with COVID-19.
- 4:18am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. DHS: COVID-19 positive cases down from last week, still average more than 800 positives a day.
- 3:50am
- WBAY. Gov. Evers defends mask order, discusses Biden endorsement during Action 2 News one-on-one interview.
- 3:45am
- NBC 15. Dangerous hand sanitizers list tops 100, says FDA.
- 3:42am
- Sheboygan Press. COVID-19 cases have been pretty evenly spread through Sheboygan County as public health announces 59 more positives.
- 3:37am
- WISN. Massive lake party draws criticism for lack of masks, social distancing.
- 3:34am
- NBC 15. Doctors warn of lasting COVD-19 effects.
Environment/Outdoors
- 11:21am
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Great Lakes water levels reaching peaks for the year.
Statewide
- 1:09pm
- Michael Best Strategies. Adds Donald Conrad to its Business and Community Solutions Team.
- 11:49am
- Wisconsin Child Support Enforcement Association. August is Child Support Awareness Month in Wisconsin.
- 11:12am
- Wisconsin Center for Nursing. 2018-2019 Wisconsin Nursing Education and Nurse Faculty Survey. Results.
Courts
- 11:22am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. New Wisconsin judges bring varied backgrounds, experience to the bench.
Education
- 4:26am
- La Crosse Tribune. La Crosse School District navigates hurdles coming with virtual start.
- 4:23am
- Wisconsin Rapids Tribune. Wisconsin Rapids schools on track to open with mix of online, in-person classes this fall.
- 4:22am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. Green Bay School Board approves proposal to start year virtually as COVID-19 threat continues.
- 4:17am
- Wisconsin State Journal. Madison School District aims to provide 1,000 child care spots during online start to year.
- 4:16am
- Cap Times. Many area private schools offering in-person learning this fall.
- 3:46am
- WKOW. Waunakee school board reverses decision on all-virtual start to school year.
- 3:44am
- WAOW. Rhinelander School Board presents plan for 2020-21 school year.
- 3:43am
- Fox 11. Tommy Thompson to UW students: 'We're very excited to welcome you to our campus.'
- 3:34am
- WKBT. Nearly 20 percent of La Crosse district students enrolled in virtual academy.
- 3:33am
- WQOW. Eau Claire School Board passes district-wide mask mandate.
Local
- 3:44am
- WCLO. City of Janesville projecting 2020 budget surplus thanks to hiring freeze, revenue changes.
Congress
- 11:52am
- Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative. Commends senators' efforts against unfair trade tactics.
- 11:05am
- U.S. Rep. Gallagher. And colleagues lead effort to create alternatives to PFAS-contaminated firefighting foam.
- 10:00am
- U.S. Sen. Baldwin. Wisconsin support grows for legislation to provide federal funding for local jobs programs.
- 4:29am
- U.S. Rep. Steil. Honors the service and legacy of Col. Hans Christian Heg in the Town of Norway.
- 9:17am
- The Hill. Tensions flare as GOP's Biden probe ramps up.
- 4:00am
- AP. Progress slow on virus relief bill as negotiations continue.
- 3:56am
- Politico. Census Bureau will finish count earlier than expected, deliver data to Trump.
- 3:39am
- Spectrum News. Unemployment relief divides Congress, slows stimulus plans.
Politics
- 2:33pm
- Wisconsin Elections Commission. Wisconsin still needs poll workers!
- 2:30pm
- Cratic Williams for 76th Assembly. Endorsed by Madison Democratic Party Activist and former Police Chief in hotly contested primary.
- 11:07am
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Announces endorsements from AFT, MTI, and WEAC.
- 11:06am
- Stewart for 48th Assembly. Jacqueline Ross endorses.
- 11:03am
- Wisconsin Democracy Campaign. GOP accepts 3x more corporate contributions in first half of 2020.
- 10:02am
- Voces de la Frontera Action. Third and final round of candidate endorsements for August 11th elections.
- 10:01am
- Dallman for 41st Assembly. Former Governor Scott Walker endorses.
- 9:14am
- Priorities USA Action. Releases new TV ad highlighting Joe Biden's plan to get the country back on track and Donald Trump's failure to protect Americans.
- 9:13am
- Ebben for 3rd Congress. Retired U.S. Army Colonel Ray Boland endorses.
- 9:11am
- City of Madison. Absentee ballots available for hospitalized voters.
- 9:11am
- Lemmer for 48th Assembly. Operating Engineers Local 139 endorses.
- 9:09am
- Winker for 38th Assembly. (Updated) Calls on Speaker Vos and Rep. Dittrich to support Gov. Evers, help prevent virus spread.
- 4:33am
- Roys for 26th Senate. Tops $100,000 raised over 4 months.
- 4:32am
- Beardsley for 6th Congress. Receives endorsements.
- 3:41am
- Spectrum News. Wisconsinites may need to submit absentee ballots sooner than they thought.
- 3:39am
- U.S. News & World Report. November election can be held safely, experts contend.
- 3:38am
- Wisconsin State Journal. No COVID-19 surge in Milwaukee from Wisconsin's April 7 election, CDC says.
- 3:36am
- Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. County health officials not expecting COVID-19 surge after upcoming primary election.
Monday August 3, 2020
Legislative
- 4:18pm
- Rep. Dittrich. Calls for repealing new orders.
- 3:19pm
- Rep. Kitchens. Pleased with Fincantieri upgrade plans.
- 2:52pm
- Rep. Edming. Statement on Executiver Order #82 and Emergency Order #1.
- 9:22am
- Sen. Nass. Growing indications Governor Evers will prohibit in-person classes statewide.
- 4:14am
- Rep. Felzkowski. Calls for special session to overturn mask mandate.
- 4:12am
- Rep. Stafsholt. Opposes Evers' statewide mask mandate.
- 3:58am
- Sen. Smith. Statement regarding overturning Executive Order #82 and Emergency Order #1.
- 11:19am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Evers says Wisconsin businesses back him on mask order as Republicans weigh whether to undo it.
- 3:14am
- Racine Journal Times. Wanggaard thinks Legislature could pass resolutions to halt statewide mask mandate.
State Agencies
- 4:44pm
- ETF. Latest investment performance.
- 4:20pm
- Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board. To meet via conference call.
- 1:22pm
- DNR. Wisconsin Natural Resources Board virtual meeting August 12.
- 12:07pm
- AG Kaul. Joins lawsuit against President Trump for illegally seeking to exclude undocumented immigrants from congressional apportionment.
- 12:06pm
- DOT. DMV explains steps to obtain an ID to vote.
- 11:04am
- GTL. To permanently provide free weekly communication options to all incarcerated individuals at state correctional facilities.
- 9:15am
- DATCP. Keep Your Kids Safe newsletter - August 2020.
Economy/Business
- 12:32pm
- Fox Cities Regional Partnership. Participation open for the Northeast Wisconsin Employer Benefit Survey.
- 4:37am
- Milwaukee Biz Times. Region's manufacturing sector is still shrinking but trending in the right direction.
- 3:43am
- Fox 6. 'A devastating blow:' Business down 70% at Forty Winks Inn in Wauwatosa due to COVID-19.
- 3:37am
- WAOW. 'You have to adapt,' businesses try to make most out of mask mandate.
- 3:19am
- Racine Journal Times. Chicago quarantine order cited in closure of Lake Geneva movie theater.
- 3:17am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 'This has been the year of worry': Wisconsin tourism businesses are concerned with Chicago's new travel restrictions.
- 3:08am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. 'Another body blow' to state's economy as extra $600 in unemployment benefits end.
Coronavirus
- 4:16pm
- DMA. 27 July Update: Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week.
- 2:37pm
- Nurse Disrupted. Wisconsin company launches emergency effort to recruit COVID-19 nurses.
- 3:57am
- AFL-CIO Wisconsin. Statement on Governor Evers' statewide masking order.
- 12:11pm
- The Hill. Governors call for Trump to extend funding for National Guard coronavirus response.
- 10:44am
- Reuters. COVID-19 long-term toll signals billions in healthcare costs ahead.
- 4:30am
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. COVID concerns spread as four more Waukesha food-service businesses close temporarily.
- 4:19am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Noah's Ark Waterpark to close until further notice.
- 3:49am
- WISC. 'You can't play politics': Former Gov. Jim Doyle calls statewide mask mandate critical.
- 3:42am
- WSAW. Mask mandate receiving support, opposition in Central Wisconsin.
- 3:38am
- Kenosha News. Mask mandate brings compliance, and plenty of opinions.
- 3:36am
- WKBT. Multiple area law enforcement agencies will not enforce statewide mask mandate. Fox 11.
- 3:35am
- New York Times. After plummeting, the virus soars back in the Midwest.
- 3:34am
- WAOW. Opponents explore pair of options for challenging statewide mask order.
- 3:32am
- CNBC. Dr. Brix warns U.S. in new phase of coronavirus pandemic with 'extraordinarily widespread' cases.
- 3:24am
- Winona Post. More cases at nursing home; Tremplo. needs to keep virus down to open schools.
- 3:23am
- Green Bay Press Gazette. 'It's about time': Many residents complying as state mask mandate goes into effect on Saturday.
- 3:22am
- Fox 6. Wisconsin's mask mandate takes effect, met with mixed opinions.
- 3:20am
- Washington Post. Coronavirus threat rises across U.S.: 'We just have to assume the monster is everywhere.'
- 3:16am
- Spectrum News. Public transportation systems all over Wisconsin are requiring masks, but worry about their ability to enforce the rule.
- 3:12am
- WDIO. 14 tests positive for COVID-19 at Camp Eagle Ridge.
- 3:12am
- Iron Mountain Daily News. Gogebic, Marinette counties see COVID jump.
- 3:11am
- WISC. Ho-Chunk gaming employees tests positive for COVID-19.
- 3:10am
- Spooner Advocate. COVID-19 is spiking among teenagers in Washburn County.
Statewide
- 9:20am
- Marshfield Clinic Health System. Finalizes acquisition of St. Clare's, Flambeau hospitals.
Courts
- 4:17am
- Wisconsin Supreme Court. Justice Karofsky takes non-traditional swearing ceremony in stride.
- 3:10am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. Liberal Justice Jill Karofsky sworn into Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Education
- 2:12pm
- Marquette University. Dental Faculty Member named American Board of Dental Public Health President.
- 2:02pm
- UW-Eau Claire. UW System schools collaborate on green-energy study.
- 1:11pm
- UW System. Introduces online behavioral health tool.
- 12:35pm
- UW System. Introduces online behavioral health tool.
- 12:34pm
- Wisconsin SBDC. Merrill promoted to associate state director in Wisconsin SBDC Network.
- 9:16am
- UW-La Crosse. Program helps inmates harness the power of literature.
- 9:14am
- UW-Madison. Waisman Biomanufacturing partners with Heat Biologics to manufacture COVID-19 vaccine.
- 12:11pm
- Reuters. Teachers protest across U.S. over re-opening schools in pandemic.
- 11:16am
- Wisconsin Public Radio. The CARES Act allocated funding for schools. Who's getting it, and how?
- 4:09am
- Janesville Gazette. UW-Whitewater chancellor details financial losses, costs from COVID-19.
- 3:53am
- NBC 26. Expect multiple changes for fall high school sports.
- 3:28am
- AP. As school begins amid virus, parents see few good options.
Local
- 11:06am
- Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley. Calls on transforming criminal justice system through racial equity lens.
Congress
- 3:33am
- WISN. UPFRONT recap: Sen. Ron Johnson: Democrats want too much in second stimulus.
- 3:30am
- Reuters. White House says not optimistic on near-term deal for coronavirus relief bill.
- 3:29am
- The Hill. Stimulus impasse threatens both economy and Trump.
Politics
- 3:14pm
- Wisconsin Family Action. Pro-family PAC issues final endorsements for Fall Primary.
- 2:38pm
- RSLC. Video: Exposes Democrats' campaign for "fair maps" as partisan plot to enable liberal gerrymandering.
- 2:05pm
- Cabral-Guevara. Wisconsin Family Action endorses.
- 2:04pm
- Sargent for 16th Senate. Announces campaign endorsement from AFSCME PEOPLE Wisconsin.
- 2:02pm
- RPW. ICYMI: CDC study shows no COVID-19 spike from Wisconsin's April elections.
- 12:38pm
- Pope for 80th Assembly. Governor Tony Evers endorses.
- 12:34pm
- Stewart for 48th Assembly. David Walsh endorses.
- 12:05pm
- AARP Wisconsin. To Mobilze older voters ahead of 2020 elections.
- 10:27am
- Wisconsin Elections Commission. More than 330,000 absentee ballots already returned for August 11 partisan primary.
- 9:24am
- City of Madison. In-person absentee voting begins on UW Campus.
- 9:23am
- Lee for 14th Assembly. Receives endorsement from Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association.
- 9:17am
- Stewart for 48th Assembly. Pledges to assist local projects.
- 2:21pm
- WAOW. Gov. Tony Evers backing presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden.
- 2:17pm
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Tony Evers confident in security for 2020 DNC as he endorses Joe Biden.
- 11:15am
- Cap Times. Wisconsin voters not required to wear masks at the polls, but strongly encouraged to do so.
- 11:08am
- U.S. News & World Report. Wisconsin election head: 'Don't wait' on mailing ballots.
- 10:42am
- Politico. PACs hit Trump for 'police state,' racism and Covid in ads targeting Black voters.
- 4:18am
- Kenosha News. Challengers take aim at state lawmakers from Lake Geneva region.
- 4:12am
- La Crosse Tribune. Congressional race will give Dem voters a choice: Moderate or progressive?
- 3:48am
- CBS 58. Milwaukee coronavirus limits put pinch on DNC facilities.