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Tips for Staying Safe While Driving in Winter Weather
A winter storm warning went into effect for much of Wisconsin this weekend. Beginning on early Saturday, November 29, the steady snowfall is expected to last well into early the following Sunday morning. Snowfall totals are predicted to be between seven to twelve...
Tips for Staying Safe While Driving in Winter Weather
A winter storm warning went into effect for much of Wisconsin this weekend. Beginning on early Saturday, November 29, the steady snowfall is expected to last well into early the following Sunday morning. Snowfall totals are predicted to be between seven to twelve...
Wisconsin’s Small Businesses Take On Black Friday
Black Friday is not what it once was. In-person shopping has decreased significantly over the past few holiday seasons as customers have shifted to online retailers to score their “black friday” promotions. Both nationwide and in Wisconsin, the share of shoppers...
Wisconsin lawmakers push nuclear plant tax credits
(The Center Square) – A group of Wisconsin lawmakers have proposed a series of laws to create tax credits for new nuclear power facilities. One bill would create an energy tax credit for nuclear facilities that go online after 2030 and another would create up to five...
Attorneys general sue to keep SNAP for legal immigrants
(The Center Square) – Democratic attorneys general from 22 jurisdictions sued the Trump administration Wednesday over ending food assistance for noncitizens who are legal permanent residents. The lawsuit, which names the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Secretary of...
County Executive Signs Waukesha’s 2026 Budget
County Executive Paul Farrow signed the 2026 Waukesha County budget last week on Tuesday, November 18. 2026. It will see the County operate under a budget of $391.5 million. It includes $27.2 million in borrowing and a reduction of 6.83 levy funded positions. 2026's...
Brad Schimel Sworn in as Interim US Attorney
Former Waukesha County circuit court judge and state attorney general Brad Schimel was recently sworn in as interim US attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin. On Monday, November 17, Schimel was sworn into the new position, taking over the role previously held...
Waukesha County Organizations Offer Food Aid Amid Government Shutdown
The ongoing federal government shutdown has caused concerns for those receiving aid from food assistance programs. Benefit systems like FoodShare, SNAP, and EBT have all been affected, meaning that impacted recipients may be turning to new programs to help them get...
Waukesha GOP Decries Increased City Garbage Tax
The Republican Party of Waukesha County has stated its dissatisfaction with the recent City Council vote to add new annual garbage and recycling fees. The City of Waukesha has introduced a new set of fees that are intended to balance the municipality's budget. As a...
Tips for Staying Safe While Driving in Winter Weather
A winter storm warning went into effect for much of Wisconsin this weekend. Beginning on early Saturday, November 29, the steady snowfall is expected to last well into early the following Sunday morning. Snowfall totals are predicted to be between seven to twelve...
Wisconsin’s Small Businesses Take On Black Friday
Black Friday is not what it once was. In-person shopping has decreased significantly over the past few holiday seasons as customers have shifted to online retailers to score their “black friday” promotions. Both nationwide and in Wisconsin, the share of shoppers...
Winter Weather Moves Into Waukesha Over Thanksgiving Weekend
The Midwest and Great Lakes regions are getting a taste of winter fairly early this year, as cold temperatures, high winds, and a chance of snow are expected for Thanksgiving weekend. Weather conditions began chaining late on Tuesday, November 25, as temperatures...
Kohl’s Names Michael Bender as New CEO
Kohl's has appointed Michael Bender as its permanent CEO after Bender served as the interim CEO for the past seven months. Bender was elected to helm the Kohl's board of directors in 2019. He will be the third CEO to lead the corporation over the course of the las...
Arrowhead Football Team Brings Home Division Championship
The Arrowhead High School football team won the Division 1 State championship on Friday, November 21. The game was held at UW Madison’s Camp Randall stadium. Arrowhead faced off against Bay Port, pulling ahead with an 18-15 victory that secured their championship. ...
Arrowhead Football Prepares for State Championship Game
The Arrowhead High School football team is preparing for the WIAA 2025 State Championship game against Bay Port. The game is scheduled to be held on Friday, November 21 at 4 pm at Camp Randall Stadium. Arrowhead has had an exciting 2025 season with a winning 12-1...
Lake Country DockHounds Announce 2026 Season Schedule
The Lake Country DockHounds, Oconomowoc's very own American Association baseball team, has announced their schedule for the upcoming 2026 season. The team's schedule is set to kick off on May 15 against the Gary Southshore Railcats. The first three games of the...
Pink Pumpkin Run Breaks Attendance Record for 11th Annual Race
The Pink Pumpkin Run took over the streets of Hartford this past Saturday, October 4 to help raise money for a good cause. The Pink Pumpkin Run is a 5k walk and run event that has been held in the area for 11 consecutive years. Afterwards, the Pink Pumpkin Fest gives...
Tips for Staying Safe While Driving in Winter Weather
A winter storm warning went into effect for much of Wisconsin this weekend. Beginning on early Saturday, November 29, the steady snowfall is expected to last well into early the following Sunday morning. Snowfall totals are predicted to be between...
Wisconsin’s Small Businesses Take On Black Friday
Black Friday is not what it once was. In-person shopping has decreased significantly over the past few holiday seasons as customers have shifted to online retailers to score their “black friday” promotions. Both nationwide and in Wisconsin, the...
Wisconsin lawmakers push nuclear plant tax credits
(The Center Square) – A group of Wisconsin lawmakers have proposed a series of laws to create tax credits for new nuclear power facilities. One bill would create an energy tax credit for nuclear facilities that go online after 2030 and another...
Attorneys general sue to keep SNAP for legal immigrants
(The Center Square) – Democratic attorneys general from 22 jurisdictions sued the Trump administration Wednesday over ending food assistance for noncitizens who are legal permanent residents. The lawsuit, which names the U.S. Department of...
Winter Weather Moves Into Waukesha Over Thanksgiving Weekend
The Midwest and Great Lakes regions are getting a taste of winter fairly early this year, as cold temperatures, high winds, and a chance of snow are expected for Thanksgiving weekend. Weather conditions began chaining late on Tuesday, November 25,...
Wisconsin proposal would increase fees for recreation on state land
(The Center Square) – A pair of Wisconsin legislators are proposing legislation that would create various fees for activities on state land to help fund the state’s Department of Natural Resources. The fees include a hiking permit, which would cost...
$31.3M in electical rate increases approved for Madison Gas and Electric
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin’s Public Service Commission agreed to a $31.3 million increase settlement to residential rates for electricity and natural gas for Madison Gas and Electric customers over the next two years, according to preliminary...
Brewers beer vendor drops out of Wisconsin’s race for governor
(The Center Square) – The beer man is out. Democrat Ryan Strnad announced that he is dropping out of the Democratic primary for governor. “I, Ryan Strnad, citing low poll numbers and the inability to raise large sums of dollars needed to compete...
2 Wisconsin congressional map challenges assigned to 3-judge panels
(The Center Square) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court sent a pair of challenges to the state’s congressional maps to three-judge panels Tuesday. One was a challenge from Elizabeth Bothfeld in Dane County Court and the other was from the Wisconsin...
Kohl’s Names Michael Bender as New CEO
Kohl's has appointed Michael Bender as its permanent CEO after Bender served as the interim CEO for the past seven months. Bender was elected to helm the Kohl's board of directors in 2019. He will be the third CEO to lead the corporation over the...
Wisconsin average gas price at $2.73 heading into Thanksgiving
(The Center Square) – The average price per gallon of gas is $2.73 heading into the Thanksgiving holiday, according to the American Automobile Association. That compares to a $3.05 average across the United States and $2.85 a year ago. Wisconsin...
Slender Man stabber could face charges in two counties for escape
(The Center Square) – The Slender Man stabber could be facing years behind bars once she returns to Wisconsin. Prosecutors in both Waukesha and Dane County could fil charges after Morgan Geyser apparently cut off her court-ordered ankle bracelet...