Weather officials have confirmed a tornado touched down about two miles south of Marathon City in Marathon County, and was on the ground intermittently for about five minutes.
Weather officials have confirmed a tornado touched down about two miles south of Marathon City in Marathon County, and was on the ground intermittently for about five minutes.
A ferryboat that hauls passengers and cars across Lake Michigan got stuck on a shoal for several hours during its first crossing of the season.
A ferryboat that hauls passengers and cars across Lake Michigan got stuck on a shoal for several hours during its first crossing of the season.
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal says Wisconsin's June 5th recall election is being watched around the nation, but it ultimately comes down to whether Wisconsinites choose to retain their strong conservative leader....
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has named the members of a council created in a 2010 settlement to ensure Native American farmers and ranchers have access to Department of Agriculture programs.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has named the members of a council created in a 2010 settlement to ensure Native American farmers and ranchers have access to Department of Agriculture programs.
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal says Wisconsin's recall election is being watched around the nation, but it ultimately comes down to whether Wisconsinites choose to retain their strong conservative leader.
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal says Wisconsin's recall election is being watched around the nation, but it ultimately comes down to whether Wisconsinites choose to retain their strong conservative leader.
A head-on crash that killed a Stillwater couple in Wisconsin has now claimed a third victim.
A head-on crash that killed a Stillwater couple in Wisconsin has now claimed a third victim.
Milwaukee police say a man was arrested after he was seen running in traffic - trying to hand a baby to passing motorists.
Milwaukee police say a man was arrested after he was seen running in traffic - trying to hand a baby to passing motorists.
State and federal officials say they're stepping up efforts to track and test for Asian carp in Illinois waterways this summer.
State and federal officials say they're stepping up efforts to track and test for Asian carp in Illinois waterways this summer.
Gov. Scott Walker and his recall challenger, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, are exchanging jabs over a recent news report that questions whether Milwaukee police misrepresented crime statistics.
A first-time National Geographic Bee contender from Texas has won the annual competition in Washington.
A first-time National Geographic Bee contender from Texas has won the annual competition in Washington.
Gov. Scott Walker and his recall challenger, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, are exchanging jabs over a recent news report that questions whether Milwaukee police misrepresented crime statistics.
Gov. Scott Walker and his recall challenger, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett, are exchanging jabs over a recent news report that questions whether Milwaukee police misrepresented crime statistics.
Bug experts say there's a new invader in northern Minnesota.
Bug experts say there's a new invader in northern Minnesota.
Douglas County has extended its employee smoking ban to include smokeless tobacco.
Douglas County has extended its employee smoking ban to include smokeless tobacco.
The company that runs the S.S. Badger ferryboat is seeking federal permission to continue releasing coal ash into Lake Michigan while it looks for an alternative energy source.
The company that runs the S.S. Badger ferryboat is seeking federal permission to continue releasing coal ash into Lake Michigan while it looks for an alternative energy source.
The state Supreme Court has upheld a $482,000 lemon law judgment against Mercedes-Benz USA LLC.
The state Supreme Court has upheld a $482,000 lemon law judgment against Mercedes-Benz USA LLC.
Burning restrictions have been lifted in four northwestern Wisconsin counties.
Burning restrictions have been lifted in four northwestern Wisconsin counties.
A woman biking in Mosinee has died after she was hit by a car.
A woman biking in Mosinee has died after she was hit by a car.
A man accused of threatening to blow up the state Democratic Party office in Madison has been released from custody.
A man accused of threatening to blow up the state Democratic Party office in Madison has been released from custody.
A West Salem day trader accused of gunning down his parents is set to stand trial next month.
A West Salem day trader accused of gunning down his parents is set to stand trial next month.
A county in far northern Wisconsin has joined an international project that relies on bracelet transmitters to help locate people who wander and become lost due to mental issues.
A county in far northern Wisconsin has joined an international project that relies on bracelet transmitters to help locate people who wander and become lost due to mental issues.
Students from every state have been competing with their knowledge of the world's geography in the National Geographic Bee in Washington, and 10 finalists have emerged for the final rounds.
Students from every state have been competing with their knowledge of the world's geography in the National Geographic Bee in Washington, and 10 finalists have emerged for the final rounds.
At least 90,000 absentee ballots have been issued by election clerks across Wisconsin in advance of the June 5 recall targeting Gov. Scott Walker and five others.
At least 90,000 absentee ballots have been issued by election clerks across Wisconsin in advance of the June 5 recall targeting Gov. Scott Walker and five others.
Equal pay pioneer Lilly Ledbetter is campaigning for Democrat Tom Barrett and speaking out against Gov. Scott Walker's repeal of a law making it easier for women to sue over discrimination.
Equal pay pioneer Lilly Ledbetter is campaigning for Democrat Tom Barrett and speaking out against Gov. Scott Walker's repeal of a law making it easier for women to sue over discrimination.
Two brothers who were molested by a priest have dropped their claims for punitive damages against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
Two brothers who were molested by a priest have dropped their claims for punitive damages against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
The Democratic Governors Association, headed by Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, is making a push for donations to try to oust Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in a recall election.
The Democratic Governors Association, headed by Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, is making a push for donations to try to oust Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in a recall election.
Fears of a raging forest fire sweeping across far northwestern Wisconsin have abated enough that state officials plan to lift burning restrictions in the area this week.
Fears of a raging forest fire sweeping across far northwestern Wisconsin have abated enough that state officials plan to lift burning restrictions in the area this week.
A Minnesota newspaper executive has pleaded guilty after being caught in a prostitution sting in a Duluth motel room last November.
A Minnesota newspaper executive has pleaded guilty after being caught in a prostitution sting in a Duluth motel room last November.
A newspaper investigation has found the Milwaukee Police Department has misrepresented hundreds of serious incidents as minor assaults to the FBI.
A newspaper investigation has found the Milwaukee Police Department has misrepresented hundreds of serious incidents as minor assaults to the FBI.
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal plans to attend a rally for Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in Milwaukee and also join him at a fundraiser for the Republican Governors Association.
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal plans to attend a rally for Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in Milwaukee and also join him at a fundraiser for the Republican Governors Association.
Unemployment rates have dropped in most Wisconsin counties and largest cities.
Unemployment rates have dropped in most Wisconsin counties and largest cities.
Former Wisconsin Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager wants Republican Gov. Scott Walker to explain his criminal defense fund.
Former Wisconsin Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager wants Republican Gov. Scott Walker to explain his criminal defense fund.
The state Natural Resources Board has decided to let people leave trail cameras overnight on public land.
The state Natural Resources Board has decided to let people leave trail cameras overnight on public land.
Gov. Scott Walker has declared it "Donald Driver Day" in Wisconsin following the Packers' star win Tuesday night on the television show "Dancing With the Stars."
Gov. Scott Walker has declared it "Donald Driver Day" in Wisconsin following the Packers' star win Tuesday night on the television show "Dancing With the Stars."
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is traveling to Wisconsin next week to campaign for Gov. Scott Walker.
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is traveling to Wisconsin next week to campaign for Gov. Scott Walker.
Firefighters in the Twin Ports have responded to a string of at least a dozen fires that authorities believe were intentionally set.
Firefighters in the Twin Ports have responded to a string of at least a dozen fires that authorities believe were intentionally set.
A suspected camcorder thief from La Crosse is in jail after he filmed himself revealing his name, showing his face and admitting he stole the camera.
A suspected camcorder thief from La Crosse is in jail after he filmed himself revealing his name, showing his face and admitting he stole the camera.
Firefighters found the body of a man after fire swept a Florence County farmhouse and spread to the barn and nearby woods.
Firefighters found the body of a man after fire swept a Florence County farmhouse and spread to the barn and nearby woods.
Police in western Kentucky say a tractor-trailer truck struck and killed two people on a motorcycle that was stopped because of another wreck in front of them.
Police in western Kentucky say a tractor-trailer truck struck and killed two people on a motorcycle that was stopped because of another wreck in front of them.
Organizers of the Madison Marathon say there's a good chance the longer race this weekend will be canceled if the forecast holds up.
Organizers of the Madison Marathon say there's a good chance the longer race this weekend will be canceled if the forecast holds up.
The surgeon who removed an arrow from the body of a 7-year-old says the Campbellsport girl is "very lucky to be alive."
The surgeon who removed an arrow from the body of a 7-year-old says the Campbellsport girl is "very lucky to be alive."
A 17-year-old girl tied for the lead in the first round of a boys' high school golf tournament in Nassau County, N.Y.
A 17-year-old girl tied for the lead in the first round of a boys' high school golf tournament in Nassau County, N.Y.
A more than $2 million settlement has been accepted in the case of a Michigan man who was permanently disabled by carbon monoxide poisoning in Wisconsin.
A more than $2 million settlement has been accepted in the case of a Michigan man who was permanently disabled by carbon monoxide poisoning in Wisconsin.
Milk production continues to improve in Wisconsin and Minnesota, where dairy farmers had a stronger April this year than they did last year.
Milk production continues to improve in Wisconsin and Minnesota, where dairy farmers had a stronger April this year than they did last year.
A Wisconsin student will be competing again to be the nation's top geography whiz.
A Wisconsin student will be competing again to be the nation's top geography whiz.
The Natural Resources Board is set to consider granting state wildlife officials the go-ahead to develop the logistics for this fall's wolf hunt.
The Natural Resources Board is set to consider granting state wildlife officials the go-ahead to develop the logistics for this fall's wolf hunt.
He already has a Super Bowl ring, and now football star Donald Driver can add the "Dancing With the Stars" mirrorball trophy to his awards collection.
He already has a Super Bowl ring, and now football star Donald Driver can add the "Dancing With the Stars" mirrorball trophy to his awards collection.
Potential Republican vice presidential pick Paul Ryan is blaming President Barack Obama for the nation's lackluster job growth and what he calls unchecked spending and debt in Washington.
Potential Republican vice presidential pick Paul Ryan is blaming President Barack Obama for the nation's lackluster job growth and what he calls unchecked spending and debt in Washington.
A Wisconsin woman already banned for life from Walmart stores has been arrested for allegedly shoplifting at a Madison Walmart.
A Wisconsin woman already banned for life from Walmart stores has been arrested for allegedly shoplifting at a Madison Walmart.
Health officials are urging Wisconsin residents to get vaccinated for whooping cough.
Health officials are urging Wisconsin residents to get vaccinated for whooping cough.
ConAgra Foods is continuing its recent string of acquisitions by purchasing a private label pita chip business.
ConAgra Foods is continuing its recent string of acquisitions by purchasing a private label pita chip business.
Democratic hopes for toppling Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in next month's recall may hinge on a strong turnout from young voters.
Democratic hopes for toppling Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in next month's recall may hinge on a strong turnout from young voters.
Former U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold is back on the campaign trail, this time stumping for Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett in the governor-recall race.
Former U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold is back on the campaign trail, this time stumping for Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett in the governor-recall race.
A panel of appellate judges has upheld a $3.4 billion settlement between the U.S. government and hundreds of thousands of Native American plaintiffs whose land trust royalties the Department of Interior mismanaged.
A panel of appellate judges has upheld a $3.4 billion settlement between the U.S. government and hundreds of thousands of Native American plaintiffs whose land trust royalties the Department of Interior mismanaged.
A Milwaukee man has claimed his $2 million Powerball prize from the Wisconsin Lottery.
A Milwaukee man has claimed his $2 million Powerball prize from the Wisconsin Lottery.
A Wisconsin appeals court says a wrongly jailed man can seek reimbursement from the state.
A Wisconsin appeals court says a wrongly jailed man can seek reimbursement from the state.
Progressive advocacy organization Democracy for America says it is all-in for Tom Barrett in the June 5 recall targeting Gov. Scott Walker.
Progressive advocacy organization Democracy for America says it is all-in for Tom Barrett in the June 5 recall targeting Gov. Scott Walker.
Former U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold plans to lead an effort to get people to vote early in the Gov. Scott Walker recall election.
Former U.S. Sen. Russ Feingold plans to lead an effort to get people to vote early in the Gov. Scott Walker recall election.
Not guilty pleas have been entered for two men charged in the fatal shooting of a young La Crosse woman.
Not guilty pleas have been entered for two men charged in the fatal shooting of a young La Crosse woman.
A Madison teenager is charged in a crash that killed four passengers in his car.
A Madison teenager is charged in a crash that killed four passengers in his car.
The real estate market in Wisconsin continues to rebound.
The real estate market in Wisconsin continues to rebound.
The International Crane Foundation in Baraboo is giving the world a chance to watch newly hatched whooping cranes grow.
The International Crane Foundation in Baraboo is giving the world a chance to watch newly hatched whooping cranes grow.
Federal officials are reminding campers in the Chequamegon (SHA'-wah-mah-gon)-Nicolet National Forest to use local firewood to ensure a tree-eating beetle doesn't spread.
Federal officials are reminding campers in the Chequamegon (SHA'-wah-mah-gon)-Nicolet National Forest to use local firewood to ensure a tree-eating beetle doesn't spread.
Katherine Jenkins couldn't have performed any better during the "Dancing With the Stars" finals: She earned a perfect score of 60 for her two dances on the penultimate episode of the ABC show.
Katherine Jenkins couldn't have performed any better during the "Dancing With the Stars" finals: She earned a perfect score of 60 for her two dances on the penultimate episode of the ABC show.
The village of Ashwaubenon (ash-WAH'-beh-non) has fired a police officer accused of handcuffing his wife during an argument.
The village of Ashwaubenon (ash-WAH'-beh-non) has fired a police officer accused of handcuffing his wife during an argument.
A jury has awarded two brothers $700,000 in a fraud trial against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
A jury has awarded two brothers $700,000 in a fraud trial against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
One of the men convicted in the deadly 1970 bombing at the University of Wisconsin-Madison was arrested last week after authorities found $800,000 cash in the motor home he was driving.
One of the men convicted in the deadly 1970 bombing at the University of Wisconsin-Madison was arrested last week after authorities found $800,000 cash in the motor home he was driving.
A 37-year-old man is under arrest after a woman was stabbed to death in a Kenosha apartment.
A 37-year-old man is under arrest after a woman was stabbed to death in a Kenosha apartment.
A Wisconsin legislator running for Congress has turned in papers declaring she won't run for her old seat two days late.
A Wisconsin legislator running for Congress has turned in papers declaring she won't run for her old seat two days late.
The president of a bankrupt dental chain that abruptly closed offices in 13 states last year has surrendered his license to practice dentistry in New Hampshire.
The president of a bankrupt dental chain that abruptly closed offices in 13 states last year has surrendered his license to practice dentistry in New Hampshire.
Republican Gov. Scott Walker says his challenger Tom Barrett is making a "desperate attack" by requesting that he release more emails from his time as Milwaukee County executive related to an issue being examined as part of...
Republican Gov. Scott Walker says his challenger Tom Barrett is making a "desperate attack" by requesting that he release more emails from his time as Milwaukee County executive related to an issue being examined as part of...
Organizers of a Green Bay marathon halted because of the heat and humidity said Monday refunds will not be given to runners who didn't finish the race.
Organizers of a Green Bay marathon halted because of the heat and humidity said Monday refunds will not be given to runners who didn't finish the race.
The safety director at Concordia University in Mequon (MEH'-kwon) is OK after the car he was driving suddenly accelerated, flew down a bluff near campus and landed at the edge of Lake Michigan.
The safety director at Concordia University in Mequon (MEH'-kwon) is OK after the car he was driving suddenly accelerated, flew down a bluff near campus and landed at the edge of Lake Michigan.
Wisconsin regulators are following up on thousands of old chemical spills where cleanup consultants may have skipped a key - investigating whether toxic vapors could seep into nearby homes or businesses.
Wisconsin regulators are following up on thousands of old chemical spills where cleanup consultants may have skipped a key - investigating whether toxic vapors could seep into nearby homes or businesses.
A second round of anti-abortion protests has wrapped up in Jackson following demonstrations outside the town's churches.
A second round of anti-abortion protests has wrapped up in Jackson following demonstrations outside the town's churches.
A 7-year-old girl is hospitalized after she was shot in the back with an arrow in Fond du Lac County.
A 7-year-old girl is hospitalized after she was shot in the back with an arrow in Fond du Lac County.
A man has been found dead after a fire in an apartment above a lodge in Ozaukee (oh-ZAh'-KEE) County.
A man has been found dead after a fire in an apartment above a lodge in Ozaukee (oh-ZAh'-KEE) County.
A Monona teen may be the youngest to walk across the Kohl Center stage and receive her bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
A Monona teen may be the youngest to walk across the Kohl Center stage and receive her bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
A man and woman from Minnesota have died in a head-on highway crash in western Wisconsin. Two others were injured.
A man and woman from Minnesota have died in a head-on highway crash in western Wisconsin. Two others were injured.
Green Bay Packers receiver Donald Driver gets one more chance to convince the judges and viewers he deserves to bring the mirrorball trophy to Wisconsin.
Green Bay Packers receiver Donald Driver gets one more chance to convince the judges and viewers he deserves to bring the mirrorball trophy to Wisconsin.
The Natural Resources Board is poised to once again consider allowing the public to leave trail cameras overnight on state land.
The Natural Resources Board is poised to once again consider allowing the public to leave trail cameras overnight on state land.
Gov. Chris Christie has ordered flags at all state buildings to be flown at half-staff to honor a fallen Navy lieutenant.
Gov. Chris Christie has ordered flags at all state buildings to be flown at half-staff to honor a fallen Navy lieutenant.
A rural Lodi woman has been crowned the next Alice in Dairyland.
A rural Lodi woman has been crowned the next Alice in Dairyland.
A Minnesota company is recalling about 450 pounds of steakhouse burgers because of misbranding and because they contain allergens that aren't on the label.
A Minnesota company is recalling about 450 pounds of steakhouse burgers because of misbranding and because they contain allergens that aren't on the label.
The number of environmental inspections conducted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources declined sharply in Scott Walker's first year as governor.
The number of environmental inspections conducted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources declined sharply in Scott Walker's first year as governor.
University of Wisconsin System President Kevin Reilly has formed a committee to select the next UW-Eau Claire chancellor.
University of Wisconsin System President Kevin Reilly has formed a committee to select the next UW-Eau Claire chancellor.
A Wisconsin artist has turned a tragedy in her life into inspiration for work that's catching the eye of some famous musicians.
A Wisconsin artist has turned a tragedy in her life into inspiration for work that's catching the eye of some famous musicians.
A Racine County jury found a 30-year man guilty of killing a 21-year-old man over his driving.
A Racine County jury found a 30-year man guilty of killing a 21-year-old man over his driving.
The state has halted a plan to put on hold payments to jobless people because they failed to register with the Job Center of Wisconsin.
The state has halted a plan to put on hold payments to jobless people because they failed to register with the Job Center of Wisconsin.
Three people were shot outside bars near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, but their injuries are not life threatening.
Three people were shot outside bars near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, but their injuries are not life threatening.
A jury will soon begin deliberations in the fraud trial against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
A jury will soon begin deliberations in the fraud trial against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
A woman accused along with her husband of starving and torturing the man's 15-year-old daughter has been released from jail.
A woman accused along with her husband of starving and torturing the man's 15-year-old daughter has been released from jail.
A 35-year-old Neenah woman is dead after a house fire.
A 35-year-old Neenah woman is dead after a house fire.
Hundreds of pugs are expected to gather for an annual event in a Milwaukee suburb.
Hundreds of pugs are expected to gather for an annual event in a Milwaukee suburb.
A new study says Wisconsin's 17 fish hatcheries are in need of $155 million in improvements.
A new study says Wisconsin's 17 fish hatcheries are in need of $155 million in improvements.
A judge has lowered bail for a Madison truck driver and his wife who are accused of starving and torturing the man's 15-year-old daughter.
A judge has lowered bail for a Madison truck driver and his wife who are accused of starving and torturing the man's 15-year-old daughter.
Missouri-based Diamond Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling another type of dog food because of potential exposure to salmonella.
Missouri-based Diamond Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling another type of dog food because of potential exposure to salmonella.
Gov. Scott Walker and his Democratic challenger Tom Barrett are sparring for a fifth day over how many jobs have been created or lost in Wisconsin.
Gov. Scott Walker and his Democratic challenger Tom Barrett are sparring for a fifth day over how many jobs have been created or lost in Wisconsin.
A federal judge has ruled that Wisconsin public union members must proactively tell the state to subtract dues from their paychecks.
A federal judge has ruled that Wisconsin public union members must proactively tell the state to subtract dues from their paychecks.
A spill at a sand mining facility in Wisconsin has dumped an unknown amount of sand and other sediment into the St. Croix (kroy) River and wetlands near the Minnesota border.
A spill at a sand mining facility in Wisconsin has dumped an unknown amount of sand and other sediment into the St. Croix (kroy) River and wetlands near the Minnesota border.
The state Supreme Court says an Alzheimer's patient was improperly committed.
The state Supreme Court says an Alzheimer's patient was improperly committed.
Gov. Scott Walker said Friday he still holds out hope for an iron mine in northern Wisconsin.
Gov. Scott Walker said Friday he still holds out hope for an iron mine in northern Wisconsin.
More than a dozen Wisconsin lawmakers have filed paperwork with state elections officials declaring they'll run for election in a new district.
More than a dozen Wisconsin lawmakers have filed paperwork with state elections officials declaring they'll run for election in a new district.
A Neenah man has purchased a Green Bay Packers Super Bowl ring that once belonged to a team front-office worker.
A Neenah man has purchased a Green Bay Packers Super Bowl ring that once belonged to a team front-office worker.
A national outdoor gear retailer left the National Rifle Association scrambling when it bowed out of two politically-charged events this week.
A national outdoor gear retailer left the National Rifle Association scrambling when it bowed out of two politically-charged events this week.
A 7-year-old Wisconsin boy created the artwork you'll see when using Google web search Friday.
A 7-year-old Wisconsin boy created the artwork you'll see when using Google web search Friday.
The Department of Natural Resources is investigating the death of a woman found at the base of a cliff in Devil's Lake State Park.
The Department of Natural Resources is investigating the death of a woman found at the base of a cliff in Devil's Lake State Park.
Tourism officials in Door County are using an unconventional advertising method to persuade Minnesota residents to go kayaking in Wisconsin.
Tourism officials in Door County are using an unconventional advertising method to persuade Minnesota residents to go kayaking in Wisconsin.
Families will get a chance to fish for free next month in the Chequamegon (SHA'-wah-mah-gon) -Nicolet National Forest.
Families will get a chance to fish for free next month in the Chequamegon (SHA'-wah-mah-gon) -Nicolet National Forest.
Baseball legend Hank Aaron will be in Milwaukee this weekend.
Baseball legend Hank Aaron will be in Milwaukee this weekend.
A Winona man is missing after he fell off a boat into the Mississippi River.
A Winona man is missing after he fell off a boat into the Mississippi River.
Gov. Scott Walker says he has no interest in higher office and there's no job he wants more than to remain governor of Wisconsin.
Gov. Scott Walker says he has no interest in higher office and there's no job he wants more than to remain governor of Wisconsin.
Gov. Scott Walker says he will work against passage of any bill making Wisconsin a right to work state, but he still won't commit to issuing a veto should such a bill pass.
Gov. Scott Walker says he will work against passage of any bill making Wisconsin a right to work state, but he still won't commit to issuing a veto should such a bill pass.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says he's not afraid to lose the recall election he faces in less than three weeks, but if he wins he intends to govern in a more inclusive, consensus-building way.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says he's not afraid to lose the recall election he faces in less than three weeks, but if he wins he intends to govern in a more inclusive, consensus-building way.
By DAVID MERCER and RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press The Big Ten network started in 2007 with plans to mix up to 660 hours of non-sports programs every year into its menu of football, basketball and other...
By DAVID MERCER and RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press The Big Ten network started in 2007 with plans to mix up to 660 hours of non-sports programs every year into its menu of football, basketball and other...
A 52-year-old Wisconsin man has died after crashing while trying to elude sheriff's deputies.
A 52-year-old Wisconsin man has died after crashing while trying to elude sheriff's deputies.
The state Department of Workforce Development has released new data that shows Wisconsin lost 6,200 private-sector jobs in April.
The state Department of Workforce Development has released new data that shows Wisconsin lost 6,200 private-sector jobs in April.
Wisconsin's public high school graduation rate has improved slightly.
Wisconsin's public high school graduation rate has improved slightly.
The family of a Birnamwood man who fell to his death from a Milwaukee parking structure has questions about the events leading up to the fall.
The family of a Birnamwood man who fell to his death from a Milwaukee parking structure has questions about the events leading up to the fall.
Enrollment figures from the University of Wisconsin System show many more Native Americans are going to college. But their retention and graduation rates lag behind the overall student population.
Enrollment figures from the University of Wisconsin System show many more Native Americans are going to college. But their retention and graduation rates lag behind the overall student population.
The Department of Natural Resources says its agreement to buy 100 square miles of forest in northern Wisconsin would be the state's largest land conservation purchase.
The Department of Natural Resources says its agreement to buy 100 square miles of forest in northern Wisconsin would be the state's largest land conservation purchase.
Gang investigators from around the Midwest are meeting in Wisconsin next week.
Gang investigators from around the Midwest are meeting in Wisconsin next week.
Huzzah! Old World Wisconsin's vintage baseball team is back.
Huzzah! Old World Wisconsin's vintage baseball team is back.
Wisconsin Democrats are shifting tactics again as they work to recall Republican Gov. Scott Walker next month.
Wisconsin Democrats are shifting tactics again as they work to recall Republican Gov. Scott Walker next month.
More than 90 percent of Wisconsin high school students graduated last school year, with slight increases for nearly every minority group even though they still lagged white students.
More than 90 percent of Wisconsin high school students graduated last school year, with slight increases for nearly every minority group even though they still lagged white students.
One of Racine's two trolleys will stay in town, thanks to a local car dealer.
One of Racine's two trolleys will stay in town, thanks to a local car dealer.
An 11-year-old boy has died after he was struck by a truck on a Milwaukee street.
An 11-year-old boy has died after he was struck by a truck on a Milwaukee street.
The Wisconsin Democratic Party has filed a complaint against Republican Gov. Scott Walker over his latest television ad.
The Wisconsin Democratic Party has filed a complaint against Republican Gov. Scott Walker over his latest television ad.
An armed fugitive has been shot and critically wounded while fleeing U.S. marshals on Milwaukee's south side.
An armed fugitive has been shot and critically wounded while fleeing U.S. marshals on Milwaukee's south side.
Jobs and the economy are a hot topic in the recall race, with Gov. Scott Walker touting new data showing that Wisconsin added jobs in 2011 despite previous reports that jobs were lost.
Jobs and the economy are a hot topic in the recall race, with Gov. Scott Walker touting new data showing that Wisconsin added jobs in 2011 despite previous reports that jobs were lost.
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Secretary Reggie Newson says the decision to release new jobs numbers early was his alone and not made in consultation with Republican Gov. Scott Walker.
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Secretary Reggie Newson says the decision to release new jobs numbers early was his alone and not made in consultation with Republican Gov. Scott Walker.
Appleton Papers executives say a merger with a Texas acquisition firm will strengthen the Wisconsin company's balance sheet and provide capital for growth.
Appleton Papers executives say a merger with a Texas acquisition firm will strengthen the Wisconsin company's balance sheet and provide capital for growth.
Gov. Scott Walker is touting new positive jobs numbers he says is a more accurate reflection of how the state's economy is turning around.
Gov. Scott Walker is touting new positive jobs numbers he says is a more accurate reflection of how the state's economy is turning around.
Economists say new jobs numbers being reported by Gov. Scott Walker's administration are a more accurate reflection of how the state is doing.
Economists say new jobs numbers being reported by Gov. Scott Walker's administration are a more accurate reflection of how the state is doing.
A Clay County woman who blamed her ex-lover for setting a series of fires at her farm has been convicted of arson.
A Clay County woman who blamed her ex-lover for setting a series of fires at her farm has been convicted of arson.
A New York private equity firm plans to buy ThyssenKrupp Waupaca (wah-PAK'-ah) Inc., described by industry experts as the largest independent iron foundry in the world.
A New York private equity firm plans to buy ThyssenKrupp Waupaca (wah-PAK'-ah) Inc., described by industry experts as the largest independent iron foundry in the world.
Gov. Scott Walker has released jobs numbers for the last three months of 2011 that are more positive than previously reported.
Gov. Scott Walker has released jobs numbers for the last three months of 2011 that are more positive than previously reported.
A Madison woman accused of driving drunk and killing a moped driver in Madison has been ordered to stand trial in Dane County.
A Madison woman accused of driving drunk and killing a moped driver in Madison has been ordered to stand trial in Dane County.
The Wisconsin State Polka Festival is moving locations this year.
The Wisconsin State Polka Festival is moving locations this year.
Hundreds of high school seniors are set to gather in Ripon next month for the annual Badger Boys State program.
Hundreds of high school seniors are set to gather in Ripon next month for the annual Badger Boys State program.
A panel that advises the U.S. and Canadian governments about the Great Lakes will make Lake Erie's excessive phosphorus levels and algae blooms a priority for study over the next three years.
A panel that advises the U.S. and Canadian governments about the Great Lakes will make Lake Erie's excessive phosphorus levels and algae blooms a priority for study over the next three years.
Dredging has resumed on the polluted Fox River after a federal appeals court denied NCR's request for a temporary stay.
Dredging has resumed on the polluted Fox River after a federal appeals court denied NCR's request for a temporary stay.
A law firm has charged the University of Wisconsin-Madison about $43,700 to investigate an athletic official who resigned amid a sexual-assault investigation.
A law firm has charged the University of Wisconsin-Madison about $43,700 to investigate an athletic official who resigned amid a sexual-assault investigation.
Rhinelander High School administrators say the students who walked out of class last week to protest teacher layoffs will be given detention for their actions, but they won't be suspended.
Rhinelander High School administrators say the students who walked out of class last week to protest teacher layoffs will be given detention for their actions, but they won't be suspended.
The latest television ad from Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett wrongly accuses Gov. Scott Walker of ending equal pay for women.
The latest television ad from Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett wrongly accuses Gov. Scott Walker of ending equal pay for women.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett wants Republican Gov. Scott Walker to explain why he was allowed to create a defense fund in connection with a secret probe into his associates.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett wants Republican Gov. Scott Walker to explain why he was allowed to create a defense fund in connection with a secret probe into his associates.
Wisconsin elections officials have shifted their rationale for banning concealed weapons at the polls.
Wisconsin elections officials have shifted their rationale for banning concealed weapons at the polls.
Plexus Corp. says its new $50 million high-tech manufacturing plant in Neenah will create 350 jobs.
Plexus Corp. says its new $50 million high-tech manufacturing plant in Neenah will create 350 jobs.
Newly released emails show that Gov. Scott Walker tried to keep former Gov. Tommy Thompson at arm's length during Walker's 2010 inaugural ceremonies.
Newly released emails show that Gov. Scott Walker tried to keep former Gov. Tommy Thompson at arm's length during Walker's 2010 inaugural ceremonies.
The Chicago Police Department will be getting a hand from out-of-state officers during the upcoming NATO summit, which is expected to draw protesters to the city.
The Chicago Police Department will be getting a hand from out-of-state officers during the upcoming NATO summit, which is expected to draw protesters to the city.
It didn't take long. When word of spread through social media, hundreds of cars lined up on the streets near a Plover gas station that was selling medium-grade gas for 37 cents a gallon.
It didn't take long. When word of spread through social media, hundreds of cars lined up on the streets near a Plover gas station that was selling medium-grade gas for 37 cents a gallon.
A restaurant customer in Ozaukee (oh-ZAH'-kee) County is protesting after he was cut off from the establishment's all-you-can-eat fish fry.
A restaurant customer in Ozaukee (oh-ZAH'-kee) County is protesting after he was cut off from the establishment's all-you-can-eat fish fry.
Southwest Wisconsin has some issues with cellphone and broadband service because of its hilly terrain. And, a tourism promoter is turning that negative into a positive.
Southwest Wisconsin has some issues with cellphone and broadband service because of its hilly terrain. And, a tourism promoter is turning that negative into a positive.
A Madison truck driver and his wife are due back in court this week on allegations they starved and tortured the man's 15-year-old daughter.
A Madison truck driver and his wife are due back in court this week on allegations they starved and tortured the man's 15-year-old daughter.
A Milwaukee County judge is expected to postpone the sentencing of a former Scott Walker aide convicted of two misdemeanors.
A Milwaukee County judge is expected to postpone the sentencing of a former Scott Walker aide convicted of two misdemeanors.
A little library has popped up in Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula.
A little library has popped up in Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula.
Police in Lincoln County, Wis., looking into a garage burglary last week say the thief was a real bear.
Police in Lincoln County, Wis., looking into a garage burglary last week say the thief was a real bear.
A jury has been selected to hear a fraud trial against the Green Bay Catholic Diocese.
A jury has been selected to hear a fraud trial against the Green Bay Catholic Diocese.
Milwaukee Public School officials say the wife of Mayor Tom Barrett sent three emails last year that violated district policy.
Milwaukee Public School officials say the wife of Mayor Tom Barrett sent three emails last year that violated district policy.
A military investigation has concluded that a Wisconsin soldier who died in Afghanistan last year killed himself.
A military investigation has concluded that a Wisconsin soldier who died in Afghanistan last year killed himself.
A former Wisconsin prosecutor accused of sending racy text messages to a domestic abuse victim has filed for bankruptcy.
A former Wisconsin prosecutor accused of sending racy text messages to a domestic abuse victim has filed for bankruptcy.
A former Wisconsin prosecutor accused of sending racy text messages to a domestic abuse victim has filed for bankruptcy.
A former Wisconsin prosecutor accused of sending racy text messages to a domestic abuse victim has filed for bankruptcy.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett says Gov. Scott Walker is "stonewalling" the public by not releasing more information about his involvement with an ongoing secret criminal investigation and his creation of a legal defense fund.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett says Gov. Scott Walker is "stonewalling" the public by not releasing more information about his involvement with an ongoing secret criminal investigation and his creation of a legal defense fund.
Gov. Scott Walker says final job-creation numbers for 2011 are being revised and will show more growth for the year than previously reported.
Gov. Scott Walker says final job-creation numbers for 2011 are being revised and will show more growth for the year than previously reported.
Want to buy a trolley?
Want to buy a trolley?
A deputy who has been with the Capitol Police Department for more than 20 years has been named the acting police chief.
A deputy who has been with the Capitol Police Department for more than 20 years has been named the acting police chief.
State election officials say local governments can ban concealed weapons at all polling sites, from city halls to assisted living homes.
State election officials say local governments can ban concealed weapons at all polling sites, from city halls to assisted living homes.
A federal review criticizes Wisconsin's application for flexibility under the federal No Child Left Behind law, saying the state's proposal for holding schools accountable is vague and deficient.
A federal review criticizes Wisconsin's application for flexibility under the federal No Child Left Behind law, saying the state's proposal for holding schools accountable is vague and deficient.
Authorities in southwestern Wisconsin have arrested two people accused of driving a truck that had a portable meth lab in the back seat, next to a 2-year-old girl.
Authorities in southwestern Wisconsin have arrested two people accused of driving a truck that had a portable meth lab in the back seat, next to a 2-year-old girl.
The Dane County Humane Society is asking for donations to help care for 16 horses that were surrendered to its care in recent weeks.
The Dane County Humane Society is asking for donations to help care for 16 horses that were surrendered to its care in recent weeks.
State wildlife officials are looking for volunteers to help count a rare butterfly this summer.
State wildlife officials are looking for volunteers to help count a rare butterfly this summer.
National experts in traumatic brain injury research will be meeting in Milwaukee this week.
National experts in traumatic brain injury research will be meeting in Milwaukee this week.
Any good politician knows the importance of finding common ground with a local audience. It's Speechmaking 101, whether accomplished through strategic praise for sports teams, cultural treasures or local figures.
Any good politician knows the importance of finding common ground with a local audience. It's Speechmaking 101, whether accomplished through strategic praise for sports teams, cultural treasures or local figures.
Roughly three-fourths of college graduates in the Duluth area are likely to carry debt. But the Duluth News Tribune found that some have been working hard to avoid it.
Roughly three-fourths of college graduates in the Duluth area are likely to carry debt. But the Duluth News Tribune found that some have been working hard to avoid it.
Jury selection is expected to begin Monday in the fraud trial against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
Jury selection is expected to begin Monday in the fraud trial against the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay.
Authorities have released the name of a 3-year-old boy who died after a skid steer accident on his family's farm.
Authorities have released the name of a 3-year-old boy who died after a skid steer accident on his family's farm.
