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Wisconsin State Patrol wants drivers to pay extra attention now that school is back in session.

Not only does this mean more traffic around schools, but it also translates to buses making frequent stops to collect and release children. There are also more kids on the street as they bike and walk their way to and from classes.

Brookfield lost millions in revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic.

After a decade of modest increases, property taxes in Wisconsin have risen more rapidly over the past two years. Factors contributing to the growth include voter-approved school referenda, increases in state revenue limits on schools, and greater levies by municipalities and counties to make debt payments.

The post-budget summer at the Capitol has featured Republican moves to knock Democratic Gov. Tony Evers on unemployment issues.

Patrick Neph has had to limit reservations at his Green Bay, Wisconsin steakhouse because he doesn’t have enough staff to serve a full house. 

More than one year ago, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers directed the state Department of Health Services to order the temporary closure of  K-12 schools across the state.

Sales and use tax revenues in Wisconsin increased markedly in the first four months of 2021 when compared to the same period in 2019, another sign that economic activity is rebounding strongly from the COVID-19 crisis.

University of Wisconsin officials are ramping up efforts to reach minority and other underrepresented high school graduates and get them to enroll at UW System schools.

Recent muggy weather means central air and window air conditioners are working harder, which equates to higher energy bills.

It is possible to save a few bucks even during the hottest of days though, according to Alliant Energy.

The company offers some advice on how to cut those cooling expenses.