Wisconsin COVID-19 deaths surpass 700
Wisconsin lives lost to COVID-19 have surpassed 700. The state Department of Health Services reported on Tuesday that 9 additional deaths have brought the state’s total since the global pandemic began to 703. More than 11,000 tests
Evers rejects UW System changes to federal Title IX policy as state joins lawsuit
The University of Wisconsin’s policy for sexual harassment and sexual assault is in limbo. Governor Tony Evers called the new policy too vague when rejecting it Monday. In a letter sent to UW System President Ray Cross,
Climate change task force seeks public input
A state task force on climate change is seeking public input. The Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change will host virtual listening sessions this summer. The goal is to come up with policy recommendations ahead of the
Wisconsin National Guard staffing mobile testing sites around state
The Wisconsin National Guard remains on the front lines of the state’s coronavirus response. A total of 25 specimen collection teams made up of nearly 600 Guard personnel are staffing mobile COVID-19 testing sites around Wisconsin. 16
New at Noon – Drake White “Mix ‘Em With Whiskey”
Check out the latest track off of Drake White’s new EP, Stars, “Mix Em With Whiskey.” White tells Rolling Stone; “‘Whiskey’ is about camaraderie and craftsmanship. It’s about good times … sinking into those good times and
6/16/20 Day in the Country
1939 Born on this day in Greensboro, North Carolina, was Billy “Crash” Craddock. He first gained popularity in Australia in the 1950s with a string of rockabilly hits, including the Australian #1 hit “Boom Boom Baby”. Switching
Monday COVID-19 numbers for Wisconsin
Three more deaths due to COVID-19 were reported Monday by the state Department of Health Services. That brings the total number of Wisconsin lives lost to the global pandemic to 697. The percentage of new positive COVID-19
Red Cross blood donations to be tested for coronavirus
The Red Cross has a couple new benefits for donating blood. Communications Manager Laura McGuire says the need for blood is critical. An added bonus for donors will include all blood being tested for COVID-19 antibodies. McGuire
Some Janesville businesses plan to use tents
The reopening of the economy in Janesville may include the use of tents. City Building Director Tom Clippert says many businesses, especially restaurants, are asking to use tents as a way to keep more customers socially distanced.
Local legislator pleased with Supreme Court’s anti-discrimination decision
State Assembly Representative Mark Spreitzer of Beloit is applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision affirming workplace discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity is illegal. Spreitzer says in 1982, Wisconsin became the first state