Democrats propose ‘BaderCare for All’
As uncertainty continues to surround health care marketplaces, Wisconsin Democrats are proposing a plan they say will make affordable coverage widely available. The bill from state Representative Eric Genrich (D-Green Bay) would allow Wisconsin residents to enroll
Vos asks business groups for road funding solutions
Republicans in the Wisconsin state Senate and Assembly have not met for a week, and remain at odds over funding for transportation and K-12 education. It’s an impasse that has stalled negotiations on the state budget. On
State requests full appeals court review in Dassey case
The state Department of Justice is asking for all members of a federal appeals court to hear Brendan Dassey’s case. Attorney General Brad Schimel’s agency submitted a petition with the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals Wednesday, in
Red Cross has critical blood shortage
The American Red Cross is issuing an emergency call for blood and platelet donations due to a critical blood shortage. Laura McGuire with the Red Cross says it’s a seasonal shortage, drive in large part by people
Appeals court strikes down Wisconsin cap on malpractice awards
A state cap on non-economic damage awards in medical malpractice cases has been ruled unconstitutional. In a unanimous ruling issued Wednesday by a three judge panel, the First District Appellate Court found Wisconsin’s $750,000 limit imposes an
Beloit Fire Department investigates fire at Stateline YMCA
Some playground equipment is damaged during a fire at the Stateline YMCA. The Beloit Fire Department says crews responded to the commercial structure fire late Tuesday night. The fire, which was limited to the exterior of the
Power and pitching lead the Brewers over the Orioles
Homeruns and strong pitching lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-2 victory over Baltimore Tuesday at Miller Park. Eric Thames popped his 21st and 22nd homers of the season as part of four Brewers dingers on the