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Wisconsin Supreme Court grapples with governor's 400-year veto, calling it 'crazy'. Scott Bauer Associated Press. Justices on the Wisconsin Supreme Court say that Gov. Tony Evers’ creative use of his expansive veto power in an attempt to lock in a school funding increase for 400 years appeared to be “extreme" and “crazy." Energy ...
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Solutions Journalism | WXPR
Oct 9, 2024 · The Northwoods faces challenges. The good news is the Northwoods is also full of people working towards solutions to those problems. WXPR is committed to reporting on what’s working, what’s not, and how we know that. These stories are part of our focus on solutions to issues in our community. You can learn more about Solutions Journalism here.
5 smart habits to keep you out of credit card debt | WXPR
Sep 11, 2024 · More Americans are falling behind on their credit card bills. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, people under 30, as well as lower-income families, are the most likely to be maxed out.And that means they're at greater risk of missing a payment, reports NPR’s Scott Horsley. But there are ways to keep your credit card bills under control, says John Kiernan, managing editor at ...
These houses survived one of the country's worst wildfires. Here’s …
Sep 17, 2024 · Here’s how. Despite extreme winds and fast-moving flames, researchers say some houses in Lahaina survived the wildfire last August thanks to precautions taken ahead of time. The wildfire that hit the town of Lahaina, Hawaii, was the definition of extreme. Wind gusts of over 50 miles per hour drove the flames with alarming speed, eventually ...
Minocqua voters pass referendum to fund town services | WXPR
Published August 13, 2024 at 10:31 PM CDT. Erin Gottsacker. /. WXPR. The Minocqua referendum question passed by 46 votes Tuesday. The town asked voters to exceed its annual tax levy by $750,000. The increase is to maintain the current level of services the town offers. Ahead of the election, Town Supervisor Billy Fried told WXPR they can’t ...
Iran says it launched a satellite under program criticized by West …
Sep 14, 2024 · TEHRAN, Iran — Iran launched a satellite into space Saturday with a rocket built by the country's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, state-run media reported, the latest for a program the West fears helps Tehran advance its ballistic missile program. Iran described the launch as a success, which would be the second such launch to put a ...
The Three Lakes Cyclone, 100 years after | WXPR
Sep 13, 2024 · A young Three Lakes boy of 13, Vincent Zebrowski suffered fatal injuries having been struck by flying timber. Several miles south of Three Lakes, in Starks, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Grimes were killed when their home was torn asunder by the winds. Given the impact of the storm, it’s a miracle only three people died, yet hundreds were found to be ...
Michigan study shows relational bullying harms teens' view of …
3 days ago · Pixabay.com. October is National Bullying Prevention Month and a new study showed teens bullied in high school tend to become pessimistic about their future. Researchers found adolescents who experienced relational bullying were more likely to develop depressive symptoms and over time became more pessimistic about academics and career prospects ...
VA Begins VEText “I Am Here” Appointment Check-in With Veterans
Jul 21, 2020 · Using VEText, the veterans sends a message "I am here" and as soon as the provider is ready, they send a message saying come on in. Nelson says this method increases the safety for the staff and veteran and reduces the wait time. He says the feedback on the program so far has been positive. He says veterans are used to getting VEText updates so ...