by Raymond Neupert | May 17, 2024
Reporter Raymond Neupert talks with Wisconsin Consumer Protection administrator Michelle Reinen about digital goods and whether or not you actually own those movies and songs you buy online.
by Bob Hague | Jan 3, 2024
Visibility is critical for safe winter bicycling. That’s especially true for those who commute by bike, according to Anthony Casagrande, Lead Mechanic and Education Instructor for the Wisconsin Bike Federation. “It is required when there is low light or nighttime...
by Bob Hague | Nov 14, 2023
The state Senate approves taxpayer funding for the Milwaukee Brewers ballpark. The amended bill calls for $375.4 million from the state, $67.5 million each from Milwaukee County and the city of Milwaukee and $150.7 million from the Brewers. It passed on a 19-14...
by Bob Hague | Nov 9, 2023
An American Family Field package is a step closer to the governor’s desk. Democratic Governor Tony Evers and Republican leaders are in agreement that a funding bill for updates to the Brewers ballpark needs to get done. Amendments to bills already approved by the...
by Bob Hague | Nov 3, 2023
Two bills aimed at shutting down Madison’s World Naked Bike Ride got another public hearing at the Capitol this week. The measures were authored as a response to a young girl’s participation. Representative Cindy Duchow (R-Delafield) said it’s about protecting...
by Raymond Neupert | Oct 24, 2023
You’ve got until Halloween to buy your sturgeon spearing tag for Lake Winnebago. DNR sturgeon biologist Margaret Stadig said they’re expecting some decent chances at a big fish this season. “It really has some of the most deep rich history and it is...
by Bob Hague | Oct 13, 2023
A Brewers ballpark deal has cleared a key state Assembly vote. An amended version of the bill (AB 438) to fund American Family Field repairs passed the Assembly Committee on State Affairs Thursday. The measure now offers substantially better financial terms for...
by Bob Hague | Sep 19, 2023
Republicans in the Wisconsin Assembly have proposed a $614-million plan to keep the Brewers in Milwaukee and upgrade American Family Field. The new plan would raise income taxes on MLB Players and staff, including the Brewers. “Unfortunately, the amount of money...
by Bob Hague | Jul 21, 2023
There have been 16 deaths of ATV & UTV riders in Wisconsin this year. DNR Off-Highway Vehicle Administrator Lieutenant Jake Holsclaw says many UTV deaths are preventable if riders were the seatbelts the vehicles are equipped with. In addition, many of those killed...
by WRN Contributor | May 23, 2023
Get your vehicle or trail pass before visiting one of Wisconsin’s many outdoor recreation areas. Wisconsin has 50 state parks, 15 state forests and 44 state bike trails. If you’re headed to one this weekend, you’ll need a daily or annual admission...
by Raymond Neupert | Mar 20, 2023
Southern Wisconsinites may soon have a new source of local fish: invasive silver and bighead carp. Tim Campbell with the UW Sea Grant program says those carp, called copi, aren’t like the common carp you usually find at the bottom of inland waters, feeding in...
by Bob Hague | Feb 2, 2023
How would you like to work in the great outdoors this summer? The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is now hiring seasonal staff for Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. Every year, the DNR recruits about 400 seasonal employees to...
by Bob Hague | Jan 27, 2023
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urges safe snowmobiling. The DNR reports five snowmobile fatalities so far this month and urges all snowmobile operators to make safety the top priority for every ride. SNOWMOBILERS: Make safety your top priority on the...
by WRN Contributor | Jan 19, 2023
Harley-Davidson is putting together a big celebration for its 120th anniversary. The American motorcycle manufacturing firm announced Homecoming Festival events to happen July 13th through the 16th to celebrate the company’s anniversary. Those events will happen at...
by WRN Contributor | Jan 11, 2023
We now know the name of a Lucky Megabucks winner. Mark Cunningham, a regular player of the Wisconsin-only lotto game purchased a $15.1 million winning Megabucks ticket from Wayne’s Food Plus in Luck, for the January 4th drawing. Cunningham came to the Wisconsin...
by Bob Hague | Feb 11, 2022
Super Bowl weekend is a big one for gamblers – including those with a problem. “It’s probably the biggest event of the year.” said Rose Blozinski, Executive Director with the Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling. “There are millions and millions and...
by Raymond Neupert | Dec 6, 2021
If you’re looking for a special gift this holiday season, why not get your loved ones Something Special From Wisconsin? That’s the state program that helps you find locally made and grown products. Alice in Dairyland Julia Nunes says it’s a great...
by Bob Hague | Aug 23, 2021
More than two dozen people have died so far this year in ATV/UTV crashes in Wisconsin. According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says most of those 26 crash victims were not wearing helmets or seatbelts, which are two things the agency recommends for...
by Raymond Neupert | Mar 12, 2021
The Wisconsin DNR is awarding over 6 million dollars to local groups in order to help clean up and maintain lakes and rivers. DNR Lakes and Rivers Team Leader Alison Mikulyuk says nearly 250 groups will be working to restore Wisconsin waters. “Grants are...
by Bob Hague | Dec 21, 2020
Many of us have a lot to learn, when it comes to online security, and many people are vulnerable to being hacked over the holidays. Two of the most easily hacked passwords of 2020 were – once again – “password,” and “123456.” Steve...
