AM NEWSCAST – Thursday, April 24, 2025
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — A listening session for the state budget is Monday in Hayward; — Farmers plant fewer soybeans due to tarrifs with China; — Democrats…
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Robert “Bob” Dahle
Robert “Bob” Dahle, 84, of Birchwood, passed away on April 14. A private family interment will be held on Saturday at Nora Cemetery, in Rice Lake. The celebration of life…
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Deanne Johnson, 81, of Cameron, passed away on March 28. The celebration of life for Deanne Johnson will be held at Rausch-Lundeen Funeral Home, in Cameron, on Saturday from 11…
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FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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SPORTS HEADLINES – Wednesday, April 23, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Pascal Siakam had 24 points and 11 rebounds and Tyrese Haliburton added 21 points and 12 assists to lead the Indiana Pacers past the Milwaukee Bucks 123-115…
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SPORTSCAST – Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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Evers, legislative leaders seek agreement on budget and tax cut
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Tax and budget talks are getting off the ground at the Capitol. Democratic Governor Tony Evers says he’s had meetings with Republican legislative leaders and staff…
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Postpartum Medicaid extension sails through Senate, Vos remains opposed
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — In the state Senate on Tuesday, a bill to extend Medicaid coverage to one year for new moms in Wisconsin passed on a 32-1 vote. “If…
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Underage tobacco sales decrease in WI
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Underage tobacco and vape sales in Wisconsin decreased in 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reports that rates dropped from 13.6% in 2023 to 11.8%…
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Sen. Johnson wants to reopen 9-11 investigation
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) — Republican US Senator Ron Johnson wants to reinvestigate the 9/11 attacks. Speaking on a conservative podcast, Johnson says Congress should reopen the investigation into the terrorist…
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NFL Draft weekend starts Thursday in Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WRN) — The NFL Draft in Green Bay begins Thursday night. Even if you’re not a football fan, you’re sure to find something you like at the…
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Over 10 million trees planted in WI last year
Over 10 million trees were planted in Wisconsin last year. Governor Tony Evers announced the milestone as part of an update on Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge. Evers says the state…
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