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Wausau Committee Deadlocks on Deadlines for Clearing Logs and Training at Cleveland Avenue Property

Wausau Committee Deadlocks on Deadlines for Clearing Logs and Training at Cleveland Avenue Property

The Economic Development Committee in Wausau, Wisconsin, has reached a stalemate regarding proposed deadlines to clear logs and end city training activities at the 1300 Cleveland Avenue property. Council President Terry Kilian proposed ending city training by February 1 and giving the parks department six months to relocate its log storage. This proposal resulted in a 2-2 tie vote within the committee. Additionally, a subsequent proposal for a deed restriction to prohibit future industrial use of the property also ended in a 2-2 deadlock. Despite the committee's inability to reach a consensus, city staff indicated that the deed restriction will still be presented to the Wausau City Council on November 24. The property, formerly part of Connor Forest Industries, was rezoned from industrial to residential in 2018, but existing activities were grandfathered in as legal nonconforming uses. Neighbors have consistently opposed the industrial use of the site, and Alder Vicki Tierney emphasized the need to clean u...
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Michigan State Hands Out A Pair Of In-State 2028 Offers

Michigan State Hands Out A Pair Of In-State 2028 Offers

The Spartans have prioritized in-state prospects in the 2028 class.
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3 takeaways from Michigan Basketball’s loss to UConn

3 takeaways from Michigan Basketball’s loss to UConn

Michigan Basketball lost to UConn in a National Championship rematch on Friday night. Here are 3 takeaways from the Wolverines’ first loss of the 2026-27 season:
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3 quick takeaways from Wisconsin’s win over Delaware: This team is going to have some growing pains

3 quick takeaways from Wisconsin’s win over Delaware: This team is going to have some growing pains

The Badgers got the win on Friday, but it was another tougher than expected battle.
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Seymour School District Faces Financial Reassessment After Voter Rejection of Operating Referendum

Seymour School District Faces Financial Reassessment After Voter Rejection of Operating Referendum

The Seymour Community School District in Wisconsin is re-evaluating its financial strategy following the rejection of an operational referendum by voters in the November 3 election. District Administrator Kellie Bohn expressed disappointment, noting that the referendum sought to renew the same level of operational funding approved three years prior, despite increasing costs. The proposal aimed to allow the district to exceed state revenue limits by $5 million annually for three years, totaling $15 million in additional operating revenue. This funding was designated for staffing, maintenance, educational programs, and other ongoing district expenses. The district had hoped for continued support to maintain existing operations as the previous authorization nears expiration. The defeat leaves school leaders with critical decisions regarding the district's financial future, and the margin of defeat is being considered a significant factor in their next steps.
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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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Data centers took a beating in the midterm elections. A reckoning may be ahead for tech giants

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

Opposition to 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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Raptors secure first NBA Cup win vs Bucks

Raptors secure first NBA Cup win vs Bucks

Alijah Martin’s 27 point night led the Raptors to a big win.
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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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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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Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Seeks Assistant Community Regional Specialty Bank Examiner

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Seeks Assistant Community Regional Specialty Bank Examiner

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Seeks Assistant Community Regional Specialty Bank Examiner
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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.