NBA All-Star rosters announced; Antetokounmpo, Middleton team up again
CHICAGO -- NBA All-Star game team captains Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James selected their teams Thursday night, Feb. 6.
CHICAGO -- NBA All-Star game team captains Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James selected their teams Thursday night, Feb. 6.
Pelosi defends speech-ripping as protesting 'falsehoods'
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday defended her speech-ripping performance after President Donald Trump's State of the Union address and took fresh aim at his fitness for office even as he celebrated his impeachment acquittal.“That was not a State of the Union,” Pelosi said. “That was his state of mind.”Pelsoi said she felt "very vindicated'' by her shredding of a paper copy of President Trump's speech, an action that incensed Republicans and led to a GOP-sponsored resolution of disapproval.“The conduct of Speaker Pelosi was a breach of decorum and degraded the proceedings of the joint session, to the discredit of the House,” the resolution read.
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday defended her speech-ripping performance after President Donald Trump's State of the Union address and took fresh aim at his fitness for office even as he celebrated his impeachment acquittal.“That was not a State of the Union,” Pelosi said. “That was his state of mind.”Pelsoi said she felt "very vindicated'' by her shredding of a paper copy of President Trump's speech, an action that incensed Republicans and led to a GOP-sponsored resolution of disapproval.“The conduct of Speaker Pelosi was a breach of decorum and degraded the proceedings of the joint session, to the discredit of the House,” the resolution read.
After acquittal, President Trump unleashes fury at impeachment
WASHINGTON — Exulting in his impeachment acquittal, a defiant President Donald Trump took a scorched-earth victory lap Thursday, unleashing his fury against those who tried to remove him from office and pointing ahead to his reelection campaign.President Trump, triumphantly waving a newspaper front page — “ACQUITTED” — declared the impeachment proceedings a “disgrace” and portrayed himself as a victim of political foes he labeled "scum," “sleaze bags” and “horrible” people.
WASHINGTON — Exulting in his impeachment acquittal, a defiant President Donald Trump took a scorched-earth victory lap Thursday, unleashing his fury against those who tried to remove him from office and pointing ahead to his reelection campaign.President Trump, triumphantly waving a newspaper front page — “ACQUITTED” — declared the impeachment proceedings a “disgrace” and portrayed himself as a victim of political foes he labeled "scum," “sleaze bags” and “horrible” people.
Gov. Evers calls for $250 million spending on K-12 schools
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Gov.
MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Gov.
'An internal matter:' Mayor Barrett says firing of DNC Host Committee leaders is handled
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett calls the firing of two 2020 Democratic National Convention Host Committee staffers an internal matter that has now been handled.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett calls the firing of two 2020 Democratic National Convention Host Committee staffers an internal matter that has now been handled.
Gov. Tony Evers signs bill creating firefighting foam restrictions
MADISON — Democratic Gov.
MADISON — Democratic Gov.
FBI director warns of ongoing Russian 'information warfare'
WASHINGTON — FBI Director Chris Wray said Wednesday that Russia is engaged in “information warfare” heading into the 2020 presidential election, though he said law enforcement has not seen ongoing efforts by Russia to target America's election infrastructure.Wray told the House Judiciary Committee that Russia, just as it did in 2016, is relying on a covert social media campaign aimed at dividing American public opinion and sowing discord.
WASHINGTON — FBI Director Chris Wray said Wednesday that Russia is engaged in “information warfare” heading into the 2020 presidential election, though he said law enforcement has not seen ongoing efforts by Russia to target America's election infrastructure.Wray told the House Judiciary Committee that Russia, just as it did in 2016, is relying on a covert social media campaign aimed at dividing American public opinion and sowing discord.
GOP's Romney says he will vote to convict President Trump
WASHINGTON — Utah Sen.
WASHINGTON — Utah Sen.
Wisconsin Republican leaders eyeing property, income tax cut
MADISON — Republican leaders of the Wisconsin Legislature said Wednesday that they are looking at using some of a state surplus to cut income and property taxes while also paying down debt, although details of what may be put forward remain in flux.Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he agreed with Senate Republicans “in general” about what taxes to cut.
MADISON — Republican leaders of the Wisconsin Legislature said Wednesday that they are looking at using some of a state surplus to cut income and property taxes while also paying down debt, although details of what may be put forward remain in flux.Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said he agreed with Senate Republicans “in general” about what taxes to cut.
New app helps MCTS riders who are blind, low vision navigate 5K+ bus stops in Milwaukee County
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) announced on Wednesday, Feb. 5 the launch of a pilot program that supports MCTS riders who are blind or low vision with increased access to public transportation.A news release says through Aira, an app available on any iOS or Android smartphone, users can receive free, one-on-one assistance riding the bus and navigating the more than 5,000 bus stops in Milwaukee County.The Aira app is an interactive tool that enables riders with visual disabilities to connect with professionals trained to help read signage, identify obstacles, identify bus stops and offer verbal step-by-step travel directions.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) and the Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities (OPD) announced on Wednesday, Feb. 5 the launch of a pilot program that supports MCTS riders who are blind or low vision with increased access to public transportation.A news release says through Aira, an app available on any iOS or Android smartphone, users can receive free, one-on-one assistance riding the bus and navigating the more than 5,000 bus stops in Milwaukee County.The Aira app is an interactive tool that enables riders with visual disabilities to connect with professionals trained to help read signage, identify obstacles, identify bus stops and offer verbal step-by-step travel directions.
Serviceman surprises wife and children during State of the Union
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WCMH) — During President Trump's State of the Union address, he took a moment to recognize a North Carolina mother whose husband deployed to Afghanistan.Amy Williams, who lives in Fort Bragg, has a 6-year-old daughter and 3-year-old son."War places a heavy burden on our nation's extraordinary military families," Trump said. "Amy works full time and volunteers countless hours helping other military families."Her husband, Sgt.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WCMH) — During President Trump's State of the Union address, he took a moment to recognize a North Carolina mother whose husband deployed to Afghanistan.Amy Williams, who lives in Fort Bragg, has a 6-year-old daughter and 3-year-old son."War places a heavy burden on our nation's extraordinary military families," Trump said. "Amy works full time and volunteers countless hours helping other military families."Her husband, Sgt.
Milwaukee DNC Host Committee leaders fired over reports of bullying, harassment
MILWAUKEE -- Two Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee leaders were fired after staffers raised concerns about bullying and harassment within the committee.
MILWAUKEE -- Two Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee leaders were fired after staffers raised concerns about bullying and harassment within the committee.
Senate so far split neatly along party lines on impeachment
WASHINGTON — The Senate is so far cleaving neatly along party lines in advance of Wednesday's virtually certain votes to acquit President Donald Trump on two impeachment charges, with just two or three undecided members even considering breaking with their party.A leading GOP moderate, Susan Collins of Maine, announced she will vote to acquit President Trump, leaving Utah Sen.
WASHINGTON — The Senate is so far cleaving neatly along party lines in advance of Wednesday's virtually certain votes to acquit President Donald Trump on two impeachment charges, with just two or three undecided members even considering breaking with their party.A leading GOP moderate, Susan Collins of Maine, announced she will vote to acquit President Trump, leaving Utah Sen.
Governor Tony Evers on Iowa caucus: It's time for a change
MADISON — Wisconsin's Democratic Gov.
MADISON — Wisconsin's Democratic Gov.
Army veteran, Border Patrol deputy among President Trump’s guests for State of the Union
WASHINGTON ─ For U.S. Army veteran Tony Rankins, it was hard to put into words what it would mean to be a gust of President Donald Trump at the State of the Union address Tuesday night, Feb. 4.“It’s unbelievable, from sleeping on the streets to being here at the White House,” Rankins said.Rankins said he suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) but overcame homelessness and addiction with the help of a job, which was made possible by President Trump’s Opportunity Zones program.“Without that, I would’ve never gotten a job,” Rankins said. “…it means a lot to my family because I’ve brought so much shame to them, but now, maybe they’ll see if we are all right.”Border Patrol Deputy Chief Raul Ortiz, another of President Trump’s guests said he recognizes the importance of securing the nation’s southern border.“He also recognizes that there’s a border security issue and national security issue that we must deal with,” Ortiz said of President Trump. “Understand that we have a humanitarian crisis.”Jody Jones’ brother was murdered by an illegal immigrant back in 2018.
WASHINGTON ─ For U.S. Army veteran Tony Rankins, it was hard to put into words what it would mean to be a gust of President Donald Trump at the State of the Union address Tuesday night, Feb. 4.“It’s unbelievable, from sleeping on the streets to being here at the White House,” Rankins said.Rankins said he suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) but overcame homelessness and addiction with the help of a job, which was made possible by President Trump’s Opportunity Zones program.“Without that, I would’ve never gotten a job,” Rankins said. “…it means a lot to my family because I’ve brought so much shame to them, but now, maybe they’ll see if we are all right.”Border Patrol Deputy Chief Raul Ortiz, another of President Trump’s guests said he recognizes the importance of securing the nation’s southern border.“He also recognizes that there’s a border security issue and national security issue that we must deal with,” Ortiz said of President Trump. “Understand that we have a humanitarian crisis.”Jody Jones’ brother was murdered by an illegal immigrant back in 2018.
Flu activity in Milwaukee 'concerning' to doctors, 281 hospitalizations as of Jan. 31
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett spoke about flu activity in the city on Tuesday, Feb. 4, noting an increase in flu hospitalizations he called "concerning to medical providers," with that number more than four times higher than at the same time in 2019.Health officials said Tuesday with a lot of focus being placed on coronavirus, they wanted to re-emphasize simple ways you can help protect yourself.Mayor Barrett noted from Sept. 1, 2019 through Jan. 31, 2020, there were 281 flu hospitalizations in the City of Milwaukee, compared to just 70 during this period in 2019."One reason this flu season is different -- Influenza B was the predominant strain early on during the flu season," Barrett said. "In the past few weeks, the much stronger and faster traveling Influenza A has been increasing."
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett spoke about flu activity in the city on Tuesday, Feb. 4, noting an increase in flu hospitalizations he called "concerning to medical providers," with that number more than four times higher than at the same time in 2019.Health officials said Tuesday with a lot of focus being placed on coronavirus, they wanted to re-emphasize simple ways you can help protect yourself.Mayor Barrett noted from Sept. 1, 2019 through Jan. 31, 2020, there were 281 flu hospitalizations in the City of Milwaukee, compared to just 70 during this period in 2019."One reason this flu season is different -- Influenza B was the predominant strain early on during the flu season," Barrett said. "In the past few weeks, the much stronger and faster traveling Influenza A has been increasing."
President Trump's State of the Union speech to project optimism at time of bitter division
WASHINGTON — Standing before lawmakers in the grand-domed Capitol where his impeachment trial is still underway, President Donald Trump on Tuesday night will declare the state of the union strong, even when it is bitterly divided as he asks Americans for a second term.After becoming just the third president in U.S. history to be impeached, President Trump will try to move forward, aides say, offering an optimistic message that stresses economic growth in his annual address before Congress.But the impeachment drama will hang over him as he stands before the very lawmakers who have voted to remove him from office — and those who are expected to acquit him Wednesday when the Senate trial comes to a close.
WASHINGTON — Standing before lawmakers in the grand-domed Capitol where his impeachment trial is still underway, President Donald Trump on Tuesday night will declare the state of the union strong, even when it is bitterly divided as he asks Americans for a second term.After becoming just the third president in U.S. history to be impeached, President Trump will try to move forward, aides say, offering an optimistic message that stresses economic growth in his annual address before Congress.But the impeachment drama will hang over him as he stands before the very lawmakers who have voted to remove him from office — and those who are expected to acquit him Wednesday when the Senate trial comes to a close.