G-7 cracks emerge on Iran as President Trump contests French role
BIARRITZ, France — The first fissures emerged among G-7 leaders on Sunday over how to deal with Iran, as U.S. President Donald Trump denied he had signed on to an agreement on giving France a leading role as a go-between with the world's major democracies.President Trump had tried to play down tensions among Group of Seven leaders after an intimate dinner Saturday in the southwest French resort of Biarritz, but came out swiftly to dispute France's claim that they had agreed to let President Emmanuel Macron deliver a message to Iran on their behalf.For several months, Macron has taken a lead role in trying to save the 2015 nuclear accord, which has been unraveling since President Trump pulled the U.S. out of the agreement.No details were provided on what the G-7 message to Iran would be but Macron said the goal is to prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons and avoid a further escalation in tensions in the Middle East."I haven't discussed that," President Trump said Sunday morning.
BIARRITZ, France — The first fissures emerged among G-7 leaders on Sunday over how to deal with Iran, as U.S. President Donald Trump denied he had signed on to an agreement on giving France a leading role as a go-between with the world's major democracies.President Trump had tried to play down tensions among Group of Seven leaders after an intimate dinner Saturday in the southwest French resort of Biarritz, but came out swiftly to dispute France's claim that they had agreed to let President Emmanuel Macron deliver a message to Iran on their behalf.For several months, Macron has taken a lead role in trying to save the 2015 nuclear accord, which has been unraveling since President Trump pulled the U.S. out of the agreement.No details were provided on what the G-7 message to Iran would be but Macron said the goal is to prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons and avoid a further escalation in tensions in the Middle East."I haven't discussed that," President Trump said Sunday morning.
The 'chosen one'? Pres. Trump says never mind
WASHINGTON — The "chosen one" says never mind.President Donald Trump raised some eyebrows earlier this week when he glanced heavenward and referred to himself as "the chosen one" to take on China.He took the comment back Friday.When a reporter asked Trump what he had meant by referring to himself as the "chosen one," the president looked annoyed."You know exactly when I meant," Trump said. "It was sarcasm.
WASHINGTON — The "chosen one" says never mind.President Donald Trump raised some eyebrows earlier this week when he glanced heavenward and referred to himself as "the chosen one" to take on China.He took the comment back Friday.When a reporter asked Trump what he had meant by referring to himself as the "chosen one," the president looked annoyed."You know exactly when I meant," Trump said. "It was sarcasm.
Pelosi says public doesn't support impeachment
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi still isn't ready to launch impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump.Pelosi told House Democrats on a conference call Friday, "The public isn't there on impeachment."She told them the case needs to be "as strong" as possible."If and when we act, people will know he gave us no choice," Pelosi said, according to an aide granted anonymity to discuss the private call.More than half the House Democrats support opening an impeachment inquiry.
WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi still isn't ready to launch impeachment proceedings against President Donald Trump.Pelosi told House Democrats on a conference call Friday, "The public isn't there on impeachment."She told them the case needs to be "as strong" as possible."If and when we act, people will know he gave us no choice," Pelosi said, according to an aide granted anonymity to discuss the private call.More than half the House Democrats support opening an impeachment inquiry.
Florida man gets 15 months for threatening Bernie Sanders
ORLANDO, Fla. — A Florida man has been sentenced to one year and three months in prison for leaving threatening voicemails for U.S. Sen.
ORLANDO, Fla. — A Florida man has been sentenced to one year and three months in prison for leaving threatening voicemails for U.S. Sen.
Governor Tony Evers issues order to curb PFAS pollution
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Governor Tony Evers calls Republican concerns over gun bills 'BS'
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'Supreme debt of gratitude:' President Trump signs student debt forgiveness for disabled veterans
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Hundreds of millions of dollars in federal student loan debt owed by tens of thousands of disabled military veterans will be erased under a directive President Donald Trump signed Wednesday.President Trump ordered the Education Department to "eliminate every penny of federal student loan debt" owed by American veterans who are completely and permanently disabled.President Trump said they won't have to pay federal income tax on the forgiven debt and called on states to waive their taxes on the loans, too.America, he said, owes its heroes "a supreme debt of gratitude."President Trump's announcement at the AMVETS national convention in Louisville elicited a loud round of applause from the crowd of more than 2,500 veterans.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Hundreds of millions of dollars in federal student loan debt owed by tens of thousands of disabled military veterans will be erased under a directive President Donald Trump signed Wednesday.President Trump ordered the Education Department to "eliminate every penny of federal student loan debt" owed by American veterans who are completely and permanently disabled.President Trump said they won't have to pay federal income tax on the forgiven debt and called on states to waive their taxes on the loans, too.America, he said, owes its heroes "a supreme debt of gratitude."President Trump's announcement at the AMVETS national convention in Louisville elicited a loud round of applause from the crowd of more than 2,500 veterans.
President Trump looking at tax cut, not fearing recession
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says his administration is a looking at tax cut proposals but not as a response to a potential recession.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says his administration is a looking at tax cut proposals but not as a response to a potential recession.
Paul Ryan moving to Maryland, not selling Wisconsin home
MADISON, Wis. — Former House Speaker Paul Ryan is moving his family from his hometown of Janesville to a house in a Washington, D.C., suburb less than a year after he retired from Congress saying he wanted to spend more time with his children.Ryan spokesman Kevin Seifert said Tuesday that Ryan and his family will be "temporarily" renting a house in Maryland and splitting their time between there and their longtime home in Janesville.
MADISON, Wis. — Former House Speaker Paul Ryan is moving his family from his hometown of Janesville to a house in a Washington, D.C., suburb less than a year after he retired from Congress saying he wanted to spend more time with his children.Ryan spokesman Kevin Seifert said Tuesday that Ryan and his family will be "temporarily" renting a house in Maryland and splitting their time between there and their longtime home in Janesville.
Aaron Rodgers expected to play in Packers' 3rd preseason game in Canada
GREEN BAY — Aaron Rodgers practiced on Monday after sitting out the Packers' second preseason game in Baltimore and being sidelined during practice Sunday with back tightness.But the verdict is still out on whether the two-time MVP will make his preseason debut Thursday night against the Raiders in Canada.Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst said the plan is for Rodgers to play.
GREEN BAY — Aaron Rodgers practiced on Monday after sitting out the Packers' second preseason game in Baltimore and being sidelined during practice Sunday with back tightness.But the verdict is still out on whether the two-time MVP will make his preseason debut Thursday night against the Raiders in Canada.Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst said the plan is for Rodgers to play.
MCTS drivers sound off on projected $28M budget gap, proposed cuts
MILWAUKEE -- A budget battle could lead to some Milwaukee County Transit System bus routes being cut in 2020, and MCTS drivers sounded off on Monday, Aug. 19.Members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 brought their concerns to Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's listening session on the proposed 2020 budget.A projected $28 million gap in Milwaukee County’s 2020 budget resulted in the proposed cuts, which include 16 MCTS routes, including lines to specific events like Summerfest and Milwaukee Brewers games.Abele said Milwaukee County has been turning a profit for the state, but every year, less of that money is returned to Milwaukee County."What we send to the state has gone up by about $400 million over the last, say, 10 years, and what we get back has been flat, or in some cases, declining," said Abele."He's saying that they're $28 million in the hole," said James Macon, president of ATU Local 998. "We don't think that's true.
MILWAUKEE -- A budget battle could lead to some Milwaukee County Transit System bus routes being cut in 2020, and MCTS drivers sounded off on Monday, Aug. 19.Members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 998 brought their concerns to Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele's listening session on the proposed 2020 budget.A projected $28 million gap in Milwaukee County’s 2020 budget resulted in the proposed cuts, which include 16 MCTS routes, including lines to specific events like Summerfest and Milwaukee Brewers games.Abele said Milwaukee County has been turning a profit for the state, but every year, less of that money is returned to Milwaukee County."What we send to the state has gone up by about $400 million over the last, say, 10 years, and what we get back has been flat, or in some cases, declining," said Abele."He's saying that they're $28 million in the hole," said James Macon, president of ATU Local 998. "We don't think that's true.
Senator Baldwin stops in Milwaukee to discuss 'significant water challenges across the state, country'
MILWAUKEE -- Senator Tammy Baldwin was in Milwaukee Monday, Aug. 19 to highlight new water technology.Senator Baldwin met with the Water Council and representatives from manufacturing companies in the Milwaukee area, such as A.O. Smith, Badger Meter, and Baker Manufacturing to discuss challenges with Wisconsin's drinking water.One of the technologies is being developed to detect and treat water contamination."We have significant water challenges across the state, and across this country, and the type of innovation that can come from these types of partnerships are quite amazing," said Senator Baldwin.Senator Baldwin introduced legislation in Washington aimed at developing and installing new water technologies to address problems with drinking water across the country.
MILWAUKEE -- Senator Tammy Baldwin was in Milwaukee Monday, Aug. 19 to highlight new water technology.Senator Baldwin met with the Water Council and representatives from manufacturing companies in the Milwaukee area, such as A.O. Smith, Badger Meter, and Baker Manufacturing to discuss challenges with Wisconsin's drinking water.One of the technologies is being developed to detect and treat water contamination."We have significant water challenges across the state, and across this country, and the type of innovation that can come from these types of partnerships are quite amazing," said Senator Baldwin.Senator Baldwin introduced legislation in Washington aimed at developing and installing new water technologies to address problems with drinking water across the country.
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'Taking it day by day:' Aaron Rodgers did not practice Sunday after back tightness kept him out of game
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers did not practice Sunday, Aug. 18 after not playing in Thursday's pre-season matchup vs.
GREEN BAY -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers did not practice Sunday, Aug. 18 after not playing in Thursday's pre-season matchup vs.
Barack Obama's high school basketball jersey sells for $120K
DALLAS — A basketball jersey believed to have been worn by former President Barack Obama while he was at a Honolulu prep school has sold at auction for $120,000.Heritage Auctions said the jersey sold Saturday night, Aug. 17 in Dallas to a collector of American and sports artifacts who didn't wish to be identified.The jersey was offered by Peter Noble, who was three years behind Obama at Punahou School.
DALLAS — A basketball jersey believed to have been worn by former President Barack Obama while he was at a Honolulu prep school has sold at auction for $120,000.Heritage Auctions said the jersey sold Saturday night, Aug. 17 in Dallas to a collector of American and sports artifacts who didn't wish to be identified.The jersey was offered by Peter Noble, who was three years behind Obama at Punahou School.
Portland 'ground zero' for protests between right, left-wing
PORTLAND, Ore. — Hundreds of far-right protesters and anti-fascist counter-demonstrators swarmed downtown Portland, Oregon, on Saturday for a long-hyped rally that attracted President Donald Trump's attention and resulted in at least 13 arrests.Police seized metal poles, bear spray and other weapons and closed bridges and streets to try to keep the rival groups apart.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Hundreds of far-right protesters and anti-fascist counter-demonstrators swarmed downtown Portland, Oregon, on Saturday for a long-hyped rally that attracted President Donald Trump's attention and resulted in at least 13 arrests.Police seized metal poles, bear spray and other weapons and closed bridges and streets to try to keep the rival groups apart.
Bernie Sanders' criminal justice plan aims to cut prison population
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is proposing a criminal justice overhaul that aims to cut the nation's prison population in half, end mandatory minimum sentencing, ban private prisons and legalize marijuana.
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is proposing a criminal justice overhaul that aims to cut the nation's prison population in half, end mandatory minimum sentencing, ban private prisons and legalize marijuana.
Pres. Trump's economic adviser plays down fears of looming recession
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — President Donald Trump's top economic adviser is trying to play down fears of a looming recession after last week's sharp drop in the financial markets.
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — President Donald Trump's top economic adviser is trying to play down fears of a looming recession after last week's sharp drop in the financial markets.
Bidders vie for Obama's high school basketball jersey
HONOLULU — Bidding was drawing to a close Friday for a basketball jersey believed to have been worn by President Barack Obama.Peter Noble was a student at a prestigious and elite Honolulu prep school when he grabbed a basketball jersey that was destined for the trash.
HONOLULU — Bidding was drawing to a close Friday for a basketball jersey believed to have been worn by President Barack Obama.Peter Noble was a student at a prestigious and elite Honolulu prep school when he grabbed a basketball jersey that was destined for the trash.
Gov. Tony Evers creates new office to reach carbon-free goal
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