President Obama has a plan to tax big banks in an effort to recoup the hundreds of billions that financial groups received during the tax payer funded bailout. Prior to Thursday’s unveiling of the proposal, US Senator Russ Feingold said he wants to make sure smaller, community banks will not be affected.
Green Bay Phoenix extend home court win streak
January 15, 2010 By
The Green Bay Phoenix ran their home court win streak to 15-games, beating Wright State 68-66 in Horizon League at the Resch Center.
Senior forward Randy Berry hit two free throws with 0.9 seconds left. Berry finished with 17 points and 10 rebounds, going 4 for 4 from the field and 9 for 9 at the free throw line. Rahmon Fletcher added 18 points for the Phoenix (12-6). The Phoenix improved to 5-2 in league play. They’re in second place, behind first place Butler (6-0).
In Milwaukee, Chase Simon had 33 points and 12 rebounds to lead Detroit to a 81-65 victory over the UWM Panthers. Ricky Franklin led the Panthers with 22 points.
Haiti relief efforts prompt scam warnings
January 15, 2010 By
Several humanitarian organizations are seeking donations to help fund relief efforts in Haiti, following a devastating earthquake this week. As is often the case in the wake of disasters though, Ran Hoth with the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau says criminals looking to take advantage of the situation will be looking for your money as well. [Read more...]
A hunt for returning soldiers
January 15, 2010 By
Members of the 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, who are currently returning home, missed the deer hunting season while they were serving Iraq. Now, a state lawmaker wants to give them a chance to still bag a buck or doe. [Read more...]
