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At least three county Republican parties in Wisconsin have added a new name to their events celebrating eminent Republican presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ronald Reagan. That name is Donald Trump.

While Republican Sen. Ron Johnson keeps everybody waiting on his 2022 plans, Democratic activists are eyeing a growing field of declared and potential candidates to take him on next year.

Recent heat prompted Alliant Energy to release tips for consumers on how to reduce their energy bills this summer.

Air conditioners can eat up a chunk of energy, but there are ways to take the heat off of them.

The American Society of Civil Engineers Wisconsin Section recently reacted to transportation dollars in the state.

It announced that the state needs to invest in infrastructure and transit/roads. Both areas received D+ rating from the organization in its most recent report card.

After more than a year of lockdowns, Rep. Mark Pocan is back on the road to visit locations in his district and find out about local needs.

As temperatures rise, more motorcycle riders head outside to enjoy the fresh air and open road.

This means vehicle drivers need to be mindful that they are sharing the road. Motorcyclists also need to be careful and keep their rides under control, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol.

Warmer months have arrived and that means more vehicles on the road—along with more chances for risky behaviors.

These include not wearing seatbelts, so law enforcement agencies have announced they will be watching.

Even more motorists are expected this summer as pandemic restrictions are lifted across the country.

The state is working to provide greater access to COVID-19 vaccinations, including working to form pop-up clinics and worksite clinics around the state. State-run clinics are also offering walk-in service. In addition, Pfizer authorized vaccines for 12- to 15 year-olds this week.

Discover Wisconsin is launching its annual calendar contest, and residents across the state are invited to submit their photos.

Motorists 60 and older have only a few days left to take advantage of an extension on license renewals.

The Wisconsin DMV’s extension for this demographic ends May 21. Older drivers whose licenses expired after March 12, 2020 can still renew without facing penalties.