Though the high unemployment that accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic has subsided, the number of people receiving FoodShare benefits in Wisconsin has not yet returned to 2019 levels. This may reflect a number of factors, from changes to eligibility requirements to reduced stigma and high food prices.
AARP is accepting nominations for its 2024 Wisconsin Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors Wisconsinites age 50-plus who are sharing their experience, talent and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.
The ballot drop box outside Reedsburg City Hall is seen here before the boxes were banned in Wisconsin. After that, it was locked. However, following a new court ruling, the boxes will be back in action for this year’s elections. (Reedsburg Independent file photo)
In the wake of the 2020 Presidential Election where Donald Trump lost the State of Wisconsin by 20,000 votes, a lawsuit was filed primarily against the Wisconsin Elections Commission challenging ballot drop boxes.
Wisconsin’s restaurant and bar industry has rebounded since the COVID-19 pandemic, with more businesses operating and strong recovery in both employment and sales.
Reckless driving puts everyone on and near the road in danger. Excessive speed, distracted driving and aggressive driving are just a few of the reckless behaviors that threaten the safety of our roadways.
Revenue from the state tax on telephone company property sank last year to its lowest level since the 1970s, a reflection of tax changes and a shifting telecommunications landscape. A newly adopted state law will nearly eliminate the tax, which is collected in lieu of local property taxes on telephone companies.
In 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received more than 192,000 reports of fraud, identity theft and other consumer issues from active duty military personnel, retirees, veterans, reserve and National Guard forces and family members.
Outside groups reimbursed lawmakers for more than $150,000 in travel expenses last year to attend events around the country and abroad hosted by nonpartisan groups such as NCSL as well as the Jobs First Coalition, which backs GOP candidates, according to a WisPolitics.com review.
Amid a troubled overhaul of the federal process for applying for student financial aid, the share of Wisconsin high school seniors completing the application so far this year has plummeted.
