US working on trade deal with Ecuador, President Trump says
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he's working on a trade deal with Ecuador's President Lenin Moreno, who became the first chief of state from the small South American nation in 17 years to meet with an American president in Washington.“They have incredible product," President Trump said about Ecuador's exports. "They grow it and they make it and we like it — and they need our product."“We are working on great deals.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he's working on a trade deal with Ecuador's President Lenin Moreno, who became the first chief of state from the small South American nation in 17 years to meet with an American president in Washington.“They have incredible product," President Trump said about Ecuador's exports. "They grow it and they make it and we like it — and they need our product."“We are working on great deals.
Sanders holds narrow lead over Buttigieg in New Hampshire
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Bernie Sanders held a narrow lead over Pete Buttigieg in the New Hampshire Democratic primary Tuesday night as the two ideological opposites battled it out for front-runner status in the chaotic nomination fight to take on President Donald Trump.Minnesota Sen.
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Bernie Sanders held a narrow lead over Pete Buttigieg in the New Hampshire Democratic primary Tuesday night as the two ideological opposites battled it out for front-runner status in the chaotic nomination fight to take on President Donald Trump.Minnesota Sen.
President Trump signs bill into law supporting veterans in STEM careers
WASHINGTON (Nexstar) – A new law designed to help veterans get back on their feet and into careers in science, technology, engineering and math – or STEM for short – was signed into law by the president.“One of the hardest things that veterans face when they come out of military service is finding a job where they can raise their families,” Sen.
WASHINGTON (Nexstar) – A new law designed to help veterans get back on their feet and into careers in science, technology, engineering and math – or STEM for short – was signed into law by the president.“One of the hardest things that veterans face when they come out of military service is finding a job where they can raise their families,” Sen.
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A baby is born! Meet Liam Charles Antetokounmpo
MILWAUKEE -- Welcome to the world, Liam Charles AntetokounmpoGiannis Antetokounmpo tweeted out the news of his son's birth on Monday afternoon, Feb. 10.
MILWAUKEE -- Welcome to the world, Liam Charles AntetokounmpoGiannis Antetokounmpo tweeted out the news of his son's birth on Monday afternoon, Feb. 10.
Gov. Evers signs off on National Guard improvement plan
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Mayor touts lower crime, stronger economy in State of the City: 'Milwaukee is moving forward'
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett says Milwaukee is safe and its economy is better.
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett says Milwaukee is safe and its economy is better.
'Unreal!' Packers fan who loves Aaron Rodgers gets a gift from #12 and Danica Patrick
GREEN BAY -- Remember Callie Kessler, the Green Bay Packers fan who holds a special place in her heart for Aaron Rodgers -- and proclaimed it to the world via Twitter after a hospital procedure?
GREEN BAY -- Remember Callie Kessler, the Green Bay Packers fan who holds a special place in her heart for Aaron Rodgers -- and proclaimed it to the world via Twitter after a hospital procedure?
Wisconsin Republicans propose tax cuts for farmers
MADISON — Wisconsin farmers would receive up to a $7,500 tax break this year under a bill that's part of a fast-moving package of proposals Assembly Republicans unveiled Monday to dovetail with Democratic Gov.
MADISON — Wisconsin farmers would receive up to a $7,500 tax break this year under a bill that's part of a fast-moving package of proposals Assembly Republicans unveiled Monday to dovetail with Democratic Gov.
Over 100 US troops have been diagnosed with traumatic brain injuries following Iran strike
AIN ASSAD AIR BASE, Iraq -- Over 100 U.S. service members have been diagnosed with mild traumatic brain injuries in the wake of the Jan. 8 Iranian missile attack on the al Asad military base in Iraq, according to a U.S. official with knowledge of the latest information.That's an increase of at least 36 cases from the end of January when the Pentagon said 64 service members had been diagnosed with injuries.The Pentagon and President Donald Trump had initially said no service members were injured or killed in the Iranian missile attack, which was retaliation for the Jan. 2 U.S. drone strike that killed a top Iranian general.Several Pentagon officials told CNN in January that the number of diagnosed cases is likely to continue to change.
AIN ASSAD AIR BASE, Iraq -- Over 100 U.S. service members have been diagnosed with mild traumatic brain injuries in the wake of the Jan. 8 Iranian missile attack on the al Asad military base in Iraq, according to a U.S. official with knowledge of the latest information.That's an increase of at least 36 cases from the end of January when the Pentagon said 64 service members had been diagnosed with injuries.The Pentagon and President Donald Trump had initially said no service members were injured or killed in the Iranian missile attack, which was retaliation for the Jan. 2 U.S. drone strike that killed a top Iranian general.Several Pentagon officials told CNN in January that the number of diagnosed cases is likely to continue to change.
'A pretty upbeat speech:' Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett previews State of the City address
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said Sunday, Feb. 9 he plans to deliver an upbeat State of the City address Monday morning, and despite challenges like reckless driving, he's looking ahead to what the rest of 2020 will bring.Mayor Barrett plans to tackle the usual topics of health care and education, while also focusing on reckless driving and the July Democratic National Convention.The name Milwaukee is rooted in tribal language, and fittingly, Mayor Barrett will deliver his State of the City address at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino."It's a pretty upbeat speech because I think there are a lot of good things going on right now," said Mayor Barrett.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said Sunday, Feb. 9 he plans to deliver an upbeat State of the City address Monday morning, and despite challenges like reckless driving, he's looking ahead to what the rest of 2020 will bring.Mayor Barrett plans to tackle the usual topics of health care and education, while also focusing on reckless driving and the July Democratic National Convention.The name Milwaukee is rooted in tribal language, and fittingly, Mayor Barrett will deliver his State of the City address at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino."It's a pretty upbeat speech because I think there are a lot of good things going on right now," said Mayor Barrett.
Man carrying knife arrested outside White House after threat to 'assassinate' President Trump
WASHINGTON — A man carrying a knife was arrested outside the White House after he told a U.S. Secret Service officer that he was there to kill the president, police said.Roger Hedgpeth, 25, was arrested Saturday afternoon on a charge of making threats to do bodily harm, the Metropolitan Police Department said.Hedgpeth approached a Secret Service officer who was patrolling outside the White House and said he was there to “assassinate” President Donald Trump and “I have a knife to do it with,” according to a police report obtained by The Associated Press.Police found a 3 1/2-inch knife in a sheath on his left hip, and Hedgpeth also had an empty pistol holster on his right hip, authorities said.Hedgpeth was taken into custody and brought to a hospital for a mental health evaluation, police said.
WASHINGTON — A man carrying a knife was arrested outside the White House after he told a U.S. Secret Service officer that he was there to kill the president, police said.Roger Hedgpeth, 25, was arrested Saturday afternoon on a charge of making threats to do bodily harm, the Metropolitan Police Department said.Hedgpeth approached a Secret Service officer who was patrolling outside the White House and said he was there to “assassinate” President Donald Trump and “I have a knife to do it with,” according to a police report obtained by The Associated Press.Police found a 3 1/2-inch knife in a sheath on his left hip, and Hedgpeth also had an empty pistol holster on his right hip, authorities said.Hedgpeth was taken into custody and brought to a hospital for a mental health evaluation, police said.
Giannis Antetokounmpo named world's fittest male athlete by Sports Illustrated
MILWAUKEE -- Standing nearly seven feet tall and weighing more than 240 pounds, the 25-year-old basketball phenom from Greece known as Giannis Antetokounmpo is more than the reigning NBA most valuable player and two-time All-Star captain.
MILWAUKEE -- Standing nearly seven feet tall and weighing more than 240 pounds, the 25-year-old basketball phenom from Greece known as Giannis Antetokounmpo is more than the reigning NBA most valuable player and two-time All-Star captain.
Democrats clash over electability in struggle to oust President Trump
MANCHESTER, N.H. — With urgency rising in their presidential nomination fight, the Democrats’ top presidential contenders clashed over experience and electability in a fiery debate Friday night that tested the strength of a new front-runner, former Midwestern mayor Pete Buttigieg, and struggling former Vice President Joe Biden.Biden, on the offensive throughout the high-stakes face-off, predicted he would “take a hit” in New Hampshire’s next-up primary election after a weak showing in Iowa.
MANCHESTER, N.H. — With urgency rising in their presidential nomination fight, the Democrats’ top presidential contenders clashed over experience and electability in a fiery debate Friday night that tested the strength of a new front-runner, former Midwestern mayor Pete Buttigieg, and struggling former Vice President Joe Biden.Biden, on the offensive throughout the high-stakes face-off, predicted he would “take a hit” in New Hampshire’s next-up primary election after a weak showing in Iowa.
President Trump ousts officials who testified on impeachment
WASHINGTON — Exacting swift punishment against those who crossed him, an emboldened President Donald Trump on Friday ousted two government officials who had delivered damaging testimony against him during his impeachment hearings.
WASHINGTON — Exacting swift punishment against those who crossed him, an emboldened President Donald Trump on Friday ousted two government officials who had delivered damaging testimony against him during his impeachment hearings.
Regents OK $32.6 million in UW-Madison construction overruns
MADISON — The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents approved UW-Madison's request Friday to spend nearly $33 million to cover cost overruns on two construction projects despite complaints that the work has been mismanaged.The university is working to expand and remodel Babcock Hall, which houses the Department of Food Science and produces a variety of dairy products, including cheese and ice cream.
MADISON — The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents approved UW-Madison's request Friday to spend nearly $33 million to cover cost overruns on two construction projects despite complaints that the work has been mismanaged.The university is working to expand and remodel Babcock Hall, which houses the Department of Food Science and produces a variety of dairy products, including cheese and ice cream.
Packers fan has a special place in her heart for Packers QB Aaron Rodgers: 'I love him'
MILWAUKEE -- She is a fan of the Green Bay Packers -- but has a special place in her heart for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.A tweet posted this week by Callie Kessler is trending.
MILWAUKEE -- She is a fan of the Green Bay Packers -- but has a special place in her heart for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.A tweet posted this week by Callie Kessler is trending.
Milwaukee 2020: Summerfest grounds to be site of DNC delegate welcome party
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee announced on Friday, Feb. 7 that Maier Festival Park will be the site of the official Delegate Welcome Party for the Democratic National Convention.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee announced on Friday, Feb. 7 that Maier Festival Park will be the site of the official Delegate Welcome Party for the Democratic National Convention.
GOP opens Milwaukee campaign office to 'pursue every vote;' some in community question motive
MILWAUKEE -- Senator Ron Johnson was in Milwaukee Thursday, Feb. 6 to help open a Republican Party campaign office in a neighborhood not used to seeing one -- the city's Bronzeville neighborhood.
MILWAUKEE -- Senator Ron Johnson was in Milwaukee Thursday, Feb. 6 to help open a Republican Party campaign office in a neighborhood not used to seeing one -- the city's Bronzeville neighborhood.
President Trump says U.S. operation killed al-Qaida leader in Yemen
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that the U.S. at his direction has conducted a counter-terrorism operation in Yemen that killed Qassim al-Rimi, an al-Qaida leader who claimed responsibility for last year's deadly shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola, where a Saudi aviation trainee killed three American sailors.Al-Rimi is a founder of al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that the U.S. at his direction has conducted a counter-terrorism operation in Yemen that killed Qassim al-Rimi, an al-Qaida leader who claimed responsibility for last year's deadly shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola, where a Saudi aviation trainee killed three American sailors.Al-Rimi is a founder of al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula.