Trump administration pauses enforcement of abortion restriction
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is giving taxpayer-funded family planning clinics more time to comply with its new rule that says they no longer can refer women for abortions.A notice sent Saturday night to representatives of the clinics by the Department of Health and Human Services said the government "does not intend to bring enforcement actions" against clinics that are making "good-faith efforts to comply." A copy of the notice, which includes a new timetable for the clinics, was provided to The Associated Press.The department had said last Monday that it would require immediate compliance.
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is giving taxpayer-funded family planning clinics more time to comply with its new rule that says they no longer can refer women for abortions.A notice sent Saturday night to representatives of the clinics by the Department of Health and Human Services said the government "does not intend to bring enforcement actions" against clinics that are making "good-faith efforts to comply." A copy of the notice, which includes a new timetable for the clinics, was provided to The Associated Press.The department had said last Monday that it would require immediate compliance.
In reversal, Pres. Trump disavows criticism of chanting crowd
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has reversed his previous criticisms of a North Carolina campaign crowd that chanted "send her back" about a Somali-born congresswoman.Pres.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has reversed his previous criticisms of a North Carolina campaign crowd that chanted "send her back" about a Somali-born congresswoman.Pres.
10 most admired men, women in the world
Michelle Obama is not only the most admired woman in America, but also in the world, according to new poll.Market research firm YouGov asked 42,000 people in 41 countries to name the men and women they most look up to, and Obama's name came up a lot, along with her husband's.Barack Obama is not the most admired man in the world, however.
Michelle Obama is not only the most admired woman in America, but also in the world, according to new poll.Market research firm YouGov asked 42,000 people in 41 countries to name the men and women they most look up to, and Obama's name came up a lot, along with her husband's.Barack Obama is not the most admired man in the world, however.
Michelle Obama weighs in on Pres. Trump feud with 'the squad'
WASHINGTON — Former first lady Michelle Obama is weighing in on President Donald Trump's escalating feud with four minority Democratic lawmakers known as "the squad."Mrs.
WASHINGTON — Former first lady Michelle Obama is weighing in on President Donald Trump's escalating feud with four minority Democratic lawmakers known as "the squad."Mrs.
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Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald calls for road-funding veto override
MADISON — The Republican leader of the Wisconsin Senate on Thursday called for a veto override after Gov.
MADISON — The Republican leader of the Wisconsin Senate on Thursday called for a veto override after Gov.
President Trump says United States warship destroyed Iranian drone
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said a U.S. warship destroyed an Iranian drone in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions between the two countries.President Trump said it was the latest "hostile" action by Iran.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said a U.S. warship destroyed an Iranian drone in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions between the two countries.President Trump said it was the latest "hostile" action by Iran.
Pres. Trump appoints Scott Walker to board of think tank
MADISON — It's been a busy week for former Wisconsin Gov.
MADISON — It's been a busy week for former Wisconsin Gov.
'We want people to be safe:' Mayor Barrett, other Milwaukee leaders issue heat health advisory
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and other city leaders held a news conference Wednesday, July 17 to ensure residents were aware of the safety measures needed during the extreme heat.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and other city leaders held a news conference Wednesday, July 17 to ensure residents were aware of the safety measures needed during the extreme heat.
'We are thrilled:' Bucks sign Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Giannis' brother
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced Tuesday, July 16 that they signed free agent forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo, the older brother of Bucks forward and NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.Thanasis Antetokounmpo joins Milwaukee on a guaranteed two-year, minimum contract, according to Giannis' agent, Alex Saratsis."Thanasis is a young player with great experience at the top level overseas," Bucks general manager Jon Horst said. "He brings toughness, athleticism, character and a high IQ.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Bucks announced Tuesday, July 16 that they signed free agent forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo, the older brother of Bucks forward and NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.Thanasis Antetokounmpo joins Milwaukee on a guaranteed two-year, minimum contract, according to Giannis' agent, Alex Saratsis."Thanasis is a young player with great experience at the top level overseas," Bucks general manager Jon Horst said. "He brings toughness, athleticism, character and a high IQ.
House condemns Pres. Trump's 'racist' tweets with 240-187 vote
WASHINGTON — In a remarkable political repudiation, the Democratic-led House voted Tuesday night, July 16 to condemn President Donald Trump's "racist comments" against four congresswomen of color, despite protestations by President Trump's Republican congressional allies and his own insistence he hasn't "a racist bone in my body."Two days after President Trump tweeted that four Democratic freshmen should "go back" to their home countries — though all are citizens and three were born in the U.S.A. — Democrats muscled the resolution through the chamber by 240-187 over strong GOP opposition.
WASHINGTON — In a remarkable political repudiation, the Democratic-led House voted Tuesday night, July 16 to condemn President Donald Trump's "racist comments" against four congresswomen of color, despite protestations by President Trump's Republican congressional allies and his own insistence he hasn't "a racist bone in my body."Two days after President Trump tweeted that four Democratic freshmen should "go back" to their home countries — though all are citizens and three were born in the U.S.A. — Democrats muscled the resolution through the chamber by 240-187 over strong GOP opposition.
'Balancing Act:' Milwaukee County wants your input on ways to balance the $1.2B budget
MILWAUKEE -- For the third year in a row, Milwaukee County officials launched on Tuesday, July 16 an interactive online tool simulating the process to balance the 2020 budget.
MILWAUKEE -- For the third year in a row, Milwaukee County officials launched on Tuesday, July 16 an interactive online tool simulating the process to balance the 2020 budget.
President Trump nominates Mark Esper to be defense chief, succeeding Jim Mattis
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Monday asked the Senate to confirm Mark Esper as the successor to former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, whose resignation last December opened an unprecedented period of senior-level instability at the Pentagon.The moment the nomination was received by the Senate on Monday afternoon, Esper was required to step out of his role as acting defense secretary — a job he has held since June — until he is confirmed as the permanent secretary.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Monday asked the Senate to confirm Mark Esper as the successor to former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, whose resignation last December opened an unprecedented period of senior-level instability at the Pentagon.The moment the nomination was received by the Senate on Monday afternoon, Esper was required to step out of his role as acting defense secretary — a job he has held since June — until he is confirmed as the permanent secretary.
President Trump signs order to make American-made goods more American
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday requiring federal agencies to purchase products using more American components.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday requiring federal agencies to purchase products using more American components.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett speaks at National Disability Voter Registration Week
MILWAUKEE -- The City of Milwaukee Election Commission, the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition, IndependenceFirst, the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County, Disability Rights Wisconsin, and Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, July 15 discussed voter registration and accessible voting.This, as July 15 -19 marks National Disability Voter Registration Week.
MILWAUKEE -- The City of Milwaukee Election Commission, the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition, IndependenceFirst, the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County, Disability Rights Wisconsin, and Mayor Tom Barrett on Monday, July 15 discussed voter registration and accessible voting.This, as July 15 -19 marks National Disability Voter Registration Week.
Scott Walker to take new job, won't run for office in 2022
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