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Wisconsin trooper released from ICE custody after 'dramatic experience'

Wisconsin trooper released from ICE custody after 'dramatic experience'

A Wisconsin state trooper who came to the U.S. from South Africa as a teen was released from ICE custody. He has a work permit and an asylum case.
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Secretary Burgum Announces Plan to Strengthen National Wildlife Refuge System

Secretary Burgum Announces Plan to Strengthen National Wildlife Refuge System

U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, alongside U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Director Brian Nesvik, announced the findings of 'Rooted in Purpose,' a comprehensive review of the National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS). The announcement was made on November 6 at Audubon National Wildlife Refuge in North Dakota. This review, launched last December, has resulted in 29 recommendations aimed at enhancing the management and effectiveness of the NWRS. These recommendations will be implemented through a new secretarial order, directing the USFWS to focus on key areas including mission and habitat, organizational structure, public access, infrastructure, and partnerships. The review emphasizes active habitat management, such as prescribed fire, grazing, and active forest management, and calls for increased field operations staffing and resources. Secretary Burgum stated that these recommendations provide a practical path to healthier wildlife habitats, stronger partnerships, and more opport...
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What would an extension for William Contreras look like?

What would an extension for William Contreras look like?

The World Series MVP is one year from free agency and there’s not a current plan beyond 2027
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AI data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

AI data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

Opposition to artificial intelligence data centers was part of midterm races across the U.S., with campaigns featuring them in hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of TV ads and many winners pledging to clamp down on the energy-hungry behemoths
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Horicon Marsh 'Goose Wars' Highlight Historical Wildlife Management Challenges and Public Opposition

Horicon Marsh 'Goose Wars' Highlight Historical Wildlife Management Challenges and Public Opposition

Horicon Marsh in Wisconsin was the site of significant conflicts, dubbed the 'Goose Wars,' during the 1960s and 1970s, as state and federal officials attempted to manage an exploding population of Canada geese. Naturalist Bill Volkert, who worked at the marsh for 27 years, recounted how officials used airplanes, exploders, and airboats to drive geese away. This aggressive hazing was prompted by concerns over potential disease outbreaks due to overcrowding and extensive crop damage to local farms. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service also aimed to redistribute geese to provide more hunting opportunities in southern states. However, these efforts faced strong public opposition, with advocacy groups like the Citizens Natural Resources Association of Wisconsin collecting over 28,000 signatures against the hazing and dewatering of the marsh. The state of Wisconsin even sued the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, arguing that frightening waterfowl violated state conservation rules.
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Department of the Interior Proposes Modernization of Bureau of Land Management's Public Land Planning Rules

Department of the Interior Proposes Modernization of Bureau of Land Management's Public Land Planning Rules

The Department of the Interior is proposing significant updates to the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) land use planning regulations, which have largely remained unchanged since their initial adoption in 1979. The proposed revisions aim to streamline the planning process, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and enhance coordination with state and local governments. According to Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, these changes are designed to empower local leaders and make it easier to conserve natural resources while boosting production of food and energy. BLM Director Steve Pearce stated that the current planning process is too slow and complicated, and these updates would improve efficiency, reduce taxpayer costs, and foster better coordination with communities reliant on public lands. The proposed rule seeks to align the regulations more closely with the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, update terminology, eliminate redundant requirements, and simplify burdensome aspects of the planning process. A...
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Wisconsin Infant Dies from Measles Amidst Outbreak and Declining Vaccination Rates

Wisconsin Infant Dies from Measles Amidst Outbreak and Declining Vaccination Rates

A Wisconsin infant has died from measles, marking the state's first measles-related death since 1990. This tragic event occurs as Wisconsin faces its largest measles outbreak in over 35 years, with 431 cases reported across 13 counties in 2026, a significant increase from 36 cases in 2025. Dr. Ryan Westergaard, chief medical officer for the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), stated that this number is likely an underestimate. The outbreak is attributed to declining vaccination rates; only about 85% of kindergarten-aged children in Wisconsin are vaccinated against measles, falling short of the 95% needed for community-wide protection. The DHS has issued new guidance recommending an early dose of the MMR vaccine for infants aged 6 to 11 months who are at increased risk of exposure. Approximately 500 to 600 infants in Wisconsin have received this early vaccination in the past three months.
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GAME THREAD: RV Marquette vs Detroit Mercy

GAME THREAD: RV Marquette vs Detroit Mercy

The Golden Eagles look to remain undefeated in regular season games at the McGuire Center when the Titans come to town.
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Downtown Lexington Partnership Discusses Growth and Housing Challenges at Annual Meeting

Downtown Lexington Partnership Discusses Growth and Housing Challenges at Annual Meeting

Downtown Lexington Partnership Discusses Growth and Housing Challenges at Annual Meeting
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Allied Universal Seeks Security Officer for Full-Time Gate Position in Cudahy, WI

Allied Universal Seeks Security Officer for Full-Time Gate Position in Cudahy, WI

Allied Universal Seeks Security Officer for Full-Time Gate Position in Cudahy, WI
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We Energies Rate Hike Approved by Wisconsin Regulators, Customers to See Bill Increases

We Energies Rate Hike Approved by Wisconsin Regulators, Customers to See Bill Increases

We Energies customers in Wisconsin are set to experience an increase in their electricity bills starting in 2027, following the approval of a rate hike by the Public Service Commission. The decision was made after an extended meeting, with the approved increase being lower than the utility's initial proposal. We Energies stated that the additional revenue is necessary to fund new solar and wind energy projects, infrastructure upgrades, and to cover rising operational costs. Community members and clean energy advocates have voiced concerns that these rising utility costs are outpacing household wages. While the exact increase amount will be finalized in the coming weeks, We Energies maintains that its typical customer bills will remain below the national average and in line with other Midwest customers.
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Xcel Energy and Dairyland Power Cooperative File Route Permit for Gopher to Badger Link Project in Minnesota

Xcel Energy and Dairyland Power Cooperative File Route Permit for Gopher to Badger Link Project in Minnesota

Xcel Energy and Dairyland Power Cooperative File Route Permit for Gopher to Badger Link Project in Minnesota