State

Wed
02
Dec

Recount completed, election lawsuits filed

Two weeks, two counties and $3 million later, Wisconsin has finished the recount ordered by Pres. Donald Trump’s campaign, which paid the recount fee.

The campaign opted to only call for a recount in Dane and Milwaukee counties – the two most populous in the state – rather than recount the entire state at the cost of $7 million.

Wed
02
Dec

Leave room for snowplows

Heavy snow can arrive anytime now for Wisconsin, which means snowplows and salt trucks will be out in full force.

The DOT and Gov. Tony Evers remind drivers to slow down in the presence of snow plows and leave room for them to do their jobs. If possible, avoid traveling at all during inclement weather.

Wed
02
Dec

Deadline approaches to enroll in Marketplace insurance

Those who have or need health insurance through the government Marketplace need to act soon.

The deadline to renew or enroll in a new plan is Dec. 15. Plans take effect Jan. 1 if the person or family enrolls and the first month’s premium is paid before the first.

Fri
27
Nov

Watch out for vaccine scams

Research is being done on a COVID-19 vaccine, and participants have been sought for trials.

Criminals have taken advantage of the situation by faking studies, thus preying on unsuspecting victims.

Fri
27
Nov

Older drivers have more time to renew driver’s license

An extension has been granted for certain motorists through the Wisconsin DMV.

Drivers over age 60 may be able to renew online without incurring a late fee through Jan. 21, 2021.

The department made the decision in light of news that older adults are more susceptible to COVID-19.

Fri
27
Nov

Fiscal Facts: State increases tax auditors, corporate tax collections

Despite COVID-19’s severe economic impact, state

Fri
27
Nov

Farm Center joins multi-state effort to address mental health woes

A state department’s Farm Center has joined a 12-state program to mitigate farm stress and suicide among farmers and other agricultural workers.

The center, which is facilitated through the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, will provide education, resources and support.

Fri
27
Nov

DOT starts podcast on rising crashes, fatalities

A new podcast is focusing on an unusual phenomenon happening in Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation rolled out Transportation Connects Us to discuss the increased number of crashes and fatalities.

Fri
27
Nov

Dane County public health officials could fine people for holiday gatherings

Officials in Dane County have been handing out significant fines to people accused of violating recent COVID-19 orders.

Wed
18
Nov

Unclaimed property auction runs through Nov. 30

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue is running its unclaimed property auction.

It began Nov. 16 and will continue through Nov. 30.

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