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Wisconsin shatters previous daily coronavirus records, reporting more than 3,000 new cases

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 3:05pm

The average daily case count over the last week is nearly three times the count a month ago.

      

In reversal, court says Wisconsin absentee ballots must be returned by Election Day

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 2:36pm

A divided appeals court Thursday reinstated a Wisconsin law requiring absentee ballots to be counted only if they are returned by Election Day.

      

Lawrence committee recommends Town Board deny Georgia-Pacific rezoning for massive warehouse

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 12:55pm

Opponents of a request to develop a 1.1 million-square-foot warehouse in the town of Lawrence cheered Wednesday's vote. But the debate isn't over.

      

COVID-19 decisions by Green Bay Packers, Evers deal another blow to Lambeau Field-area restaurants

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 12:41pm

A surge in cases prompted decisions to limit seating to 25% and to keep fans out of Packers games. Businesses say they can't make a profit with that.

      

Two Dodge Correctional Institution prisoners die after contracting COVID-19

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 12:22pm

At least two inmates of a Wisconsin prison have died after contracting the coronavirus, a medical examiner has confirmed.

      

Republican lawmakers are in court to end Wisconsin's mask mandate, but they won't talk about it

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 11:52am

Just 10 of the 81 GOP lawmakers who control the Legislature responded to questions about whether they support the action taken on their behalf.

      

Downtown's $420 million convention center expansion, backed by Wisconsin taxpayers, is proceeding despite travel industry depression

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 11:31am

The bond sale is to be completed by mid-December, followed by more design work and a late 2021 groundbreaking. The project will be done by March 2024.

      

Have you had trouble getting a COVID-19 test? Tell us about it

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 11:26am

We want to hear for you about your experience with trying to get tested. Fill out our quick form to tell us.

      

Wisconsin program meant to help cities with state facilities faces crunch in COVID-19 economy

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 9:24am

The future funding for cities providing services to universities and prisons remains uncertain as the state begins budget talks next year.

      

'Pure hell': As hospital CEO reports risk of being 'overwhelmed,' one of St Nicholas' first patients reflects on three weeks in the ICU

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 9:00am

Derek Vreeke spent 13 days on a ventilator and another week in the intensive care unit regaining strength after battling the coronavirus.

      

Markesan superintendent dies after three-month battle with COVID-19

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 7:12am

Elementary School Principal Jason Breaker is currently serving as interim district administrator.

      

'Our spiritual home': Wisconsin's pristine Menominee Forest a model for sustainable living, logging

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 7:08am

The forest in northeast Wisconsin is one of the most pristine woodlands in the country. Here's how the tribe keeps it that way.

      

Sen. Ron Johnson has been using a private plane owned by his adult children during coronavirus pandemic

Thu, 10/08/2020 - 6:01am

Sen. Ron Johnson has taken more than a dozen flights between Wisconsin and Washington, D.C., since May on a small jet owned by his adult children.

      

Door County reports first COVID-related death since May

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 5:25pm

A fourth Door County resident succumbed to the virus on Wednesday.

      

Inside Resch Expo: Why the $93 million Ashwaubenon venue has a 'wow' factor and stayed on track amid COVID-19

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 4:57pm

Conventions and trade shows are pausing planning, but Resch Expo will host its first events in early 2021.

      

Construction continues on Resch Expo

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 4:57pm

Construction of the Resch Expo is expected to be complete in 2021.

      

Green Bay advances Equal Rights Ordinance to add rules against discrimination in housing, employment, public spaces

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 3:49pm

The council approved the measure 9-3, going beyond state and federal laws to include more classes of protected people.

      

Wisconsin reports more than 2,300 new coronavirus cases, 16 deaths as crisis continues to spiral 'out of control'

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 3:45pm

Hospitals in Wisconsin are treating nearly triple the number of coronavirus patients as a month ago. State health officials warned the crisis would worsen.

      

Green Bay Packers no longer accept cash at Lambeau Field, Titletown District as COVID-19 precaution

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 1:47pm

Packers-related businesses will accept payment by cards and apps but not by cash or checks. That includes in the stands, when fans are allowed.

      

Marquette Poll: Joe Biden maintains lead over Donald Trump in Wisconsin

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 1:01pm

This latest survey comes amid an avalanche of news, including the aftermath of the first presidential debate and Trump testing positive for COVID-19.

      

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