President Trump puts off Syria strike decision, will talk to allies
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday put off a final decision on possible military strikes against Syria after tweeting earlier that they could happen "very soon or not so soon at all." The White House said he would consult further with allies.Defense Secretary Jim Mattis warned such an attack carried the risk of spinning out of control, suggesting caution ahead of a decision on how to respond to an attack against civilians last weekend that U.S. officials are increasingly certain involved the use of banned chemical weapons.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday put off a final decision on possible military strikes against Syria after tweeting earlier that they could happen "very soon or not so soon at all." The White House said he would consult further with allies.Defense Secretary Jim Mattis warned such an attack carried the risk of spinning out of control, suggesting caution ahead of a decision on how to respond to an attack against civilians last weekend that U.S. officials are increasingly certain involved the use of banned chemical weapons.
Brett Favre says he might have had 'thousands' of concussions
Brett Favre says he might have had "thousands" of concussions during his Hall of Fame career.The three-time NFL MVP who played from 1992-2010 and was known for his aggressive approach to football said Thursday on NBC's "Megyn Kelly Today" that he is experiencing short-term memory issues.Favre, 48, has become an advocate for concussion research and said he had three or four known concussions during his lengthy career."But as we're learning about concussions," he told Kelly, "there's a term we use in football and maybe other sports, that I got 'dinged.'"If that's a concussion, then I've had hundreds, probably thousands, throughout my career, which is frightening."Favre added that he worries about developing chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) as he ages.
Brett Favre says he might have had "thousands" of concussions during his Hall of Fame career.The three-time NFL MVP who played from 1992-2010 and was known for his aggressive approach to football said Thursday on NBC's "Megyn Kelly Today" that he is experiencing short-term memory issues.Favre, 48, has become an advocate for concussion research and said he had three or four known concussions during his lengthy career."But as we're learning about concussions," he told Kelly, "there's a term we use in football and maybe other sports, that I got 'dinged.'"If that's a concussion, then I've had hundreds, probably thousands, throughout my career, which is frightening."Favre added that he worries about developing chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) as he ages.
Reince Priebus says he won't run for Paul Ryan's seat
MADISON -- Former White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus took himself out of consideration Thursday as a candidate to replace retiring House Speaker Paul Ryan, as other Wisconsin Republicans contemplated whether to join the fray.Ryan abruptly announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election in November.
MADISON -- Former White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus took himself out of consideration Thursday as a candidate to replace retiring House Speaker Paul Ryan, as other Wisconsin Republicans contemplated whether to join the fray.Ryan abruptly announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election in November.
After radio dustup, Acting Sheriff Schmidt says he wrote to David Clarke and 'we're in good shape'
MILWAUKEE -- Acting Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Schmidt says he wrote to former Sheriff David Clarke after the two men sparred in a live radio debate earlier this week, and says he and Clarke are “back in line.”Schmidt accused Clarke as sheriff of refusing to listen to his requests to remove the second-in-command at the Milwaukee County Jail, where seven people died between 2016 and 2017.
MILWAUKEE -- Acting Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Schmidt says he wrote to former Sheriff David Clarke after the two men sparred in a live radio debate earlier this week, and says he and Clarke are “back in line.”Schmidt accused Clarke as sheriff of refusing to listen to his requests to remove the second-in-command at the Milwaukee County Jail, where seven people died between 2016 and 2017.
President Trump: Syria attack 'very soon or not so soon at all!'
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that an attack on Syria could take place "very soon or not so soon at all," arguing he had never signaled the timing of retaliation for a suspected chemical weapons attack that he had suggested was imminent a day earlier.The president made his latest statement in a tweet Thursday morning.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Thursday that an attack on Syria could take place "very soon or not so soon at all," arguing he had never signaled the timing of retaliation for a suspected chemical weapons attack that he had suggested was imminent a day earlier.The president made his latest statement in a tweet Thursday morning.
Mayor Barrett encourages high school students to apply to Earn and Learn program
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett on Thursday, April 12 joined South Division High School principal Jesus Santos in encouraging students to apply to his Earn & Learn Community Work Experience (CWE) program.A selected group of students will learn about the program and its benefits from Mayra Alaniz, a former program participant, South Division alumni, and current Mayor’s office staff member.The Earn & Learn CWE program is a summer youth employment program open to youth ages 14-24.
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett on Thursday, April 12 joined South Division High School principal Jesus Santos in encouraging students to apply to his Earn & Learn Community Work Experience (CWE) program.A selected group of students will learn about the program and its benefits from Mayra Alaniz, a former program participant, South Division alumni, and current Mayor’s office staff member.The Earn & Learn CWE program is a summer youth employment program open to youth ages 14-24.
Paul Ryan's wife Janna: 'It will be hard to turn the page'
JANESVILLE — One person in Paul Ryan's hometown of Janesville knows better than anyone why he decided to retire after 20 years in Congress."It will be hard to turn the page," Ryan's wife, Janna Ryan, said Wednesday during a break from a downtown shopping trip. "I wouldn't say a weight has been lifted, but it's a chapter I'm looking forward to."A tearful Janna Ryan said she planned to stop by his office and hug everyone who worked there as the political fallout from her husband's decision reverberated across his hometown, state and the country.Ryan has lived his entire life in Janesville, other than four years when he went to college in Ohio, and still lives there with his wife and three children.
JANESVILLE — One person in Paul Ryan's hometown of Janesville knows better than anyone why he decided to retire after 20 years in Congress."It will be hard to turn the page," Ryan's wife, Janna Ryan, said Wednesday during a break from a downtown shopping trip. "I wouldn't say a weight has been lifted, but it's a chapter I'm looking forward to."A tearful Janna Ryan said she planned to stop by his office and hug everyone who worked there as the political fallout from her husband's decision reverberated across his hometown, state and the country.Ryan has lived his entire life in Janesville, other than four years when he went to college in Ohio, and still lives there with his wife and three children.
Constituents in 1st District react to Speaker Ryan news: 'He was proud of being from Janesville'
JANESVILLE -- Saying, "I have given this job everything I have," House Speaker Paul Ryan on Wednesday, April 11 announced he will not seek re-election, and will instead retire.
JANESVILLE -- Saying, "I have given this job everything I have," House Speaker Paul Ryan on Wednesday, April 11 announced he will not seek re-election, and will instead retire.
House Speaker Paul Ryan won't seek re-election; 'I have given this job everything I have'
WASHINGTON — Claiming he's accomplished a "heckuva lot," House Speaker Paul Ryan announced Wednesday he will not run for re-election and will retire next year, injecting another layer of uncertainty as Republicans face worries over losing their majority in the fall.The Wisconsin Republican cast the decision as a personal one, saying he did not want his children growing up with a "weekend dad." He told reporters he believes he's leaving with strong accomplishments his party can sell to voters ahead of November elections.
WASHINGTON — Claiming he's accomplished a "heckuva lot," House Speaker Paul Ryan announced Wednesday he will not run for re-election and will retire next year, injecting another layer of uncertainty as Republicans face worries over losing their majority in the fall.The Wisconsin Republican cast the decision as a personal one, saying he did not want his children growing up with a "weekend dad." He told reporters he believes he's leaving with strong accomplishments his party can sell to voters ahead of November elections.
Officials react to news that Paul Ryan will not be seeking re-election
MILWAUKEE -- Reaction to the news that House Speaker Paul Ryan will not be running for re-election has been swift on Wednesday, April 11.
MILWAUKEE -- Reaction to the news that House Speaker Paul Ryan will not be running for re-election has been swift on Wednesday, April 11.
President Trump says 'missiles coming' against Syria, 'new and smart'
WASHINGTON — Defying Russian warnings against U.S. military strikes in Syria, President Donald Trump said Wednesday that missiles "will be coming" in response to Syria's suspected chemical attack that killed at least 40 people."Russia vows to shoot down any and all missiles fired at Syria," President Trump tweeted. "Get ready Russia, because they will be coming, nice and new and 'smart!' You shouldn't be partners with a Gas Killing Animal who kills his people and enjoys it!"Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, however, indicated that evidence of what happened in Saturday's suspected attack near Damascus is still being studied.
WASHINGTON — Defying Russian warnings against U.S. military strikes in Syria, President Donald Trump said Wednesday that missiles "will be coming" in response to Syria's suspected chemical attack that killed at least 40 people."Russia vows to shoot down any and all missiles fired at Syria," President Trump tweeted. "Get ready Russia, because they will be coming, nice and new and 'smart!' You shouldn't be partners with a Gas Killing Animal who kills his people and enjoys it!"Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, however, indicated that evidence of what happened in Saturday's suspected attack near Damascus is still being studied.
Milwaukee's public safety telecommunications employees honored by mayor, officials
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett joined Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing and Police Chief Alfonso Morales on Wednesday, April 11 to recognize the city's public safety telecommunications employees.The mayor highlighted the efforts and integral role of the city’s 911 staff with a proclamation.A news release indicates the recognition comes during “911 Public Safety Telecommunicators Week” celebrated from Sunday, April 8, to Saturday, April 14.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett joined Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing and Police Chief Alfonso Morales on Wednesday, April 11 to recognize the city's public safety telecommunications employees.The mayor highlighted the efforts and integral role of the city’s 911 staff with a proclamation.A news release indicates the recognition comes during “911 Public Safety Telecommunicators Week” celebrated from Sunday, April 8, to Saturday, April 14.
Drug testing plan considered for some food stamp recipients
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is considering a plan that would allow states to require certain food stamp recipients to undergo drug testing, handing a win to conservatives who've long sought ways to curb the safety net program.The proposal under review would be narrowly targeted, applying mostly to people who are able-bodied, without dependents and applying for some specialized jobs, according to an administration official briefed on the plan.
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is considering a plan that would allow states to require certain food stamp recipients to undergo drug testing, handing a win to conservatives who've long sought ways to curb the safety net program.The proposal under review would be narrowly targeted, applying mostly to people who are able-bodied, without dependents and applying for some specialized jobs, according to an administration official briefed on the plan.
Gov. Walker signs Sara’s Law at the Sara Quirt-Sann Memorial Courtroom in Wausau
WAUSAU -- Governor Scott Walker on Wednesday, April 11 signed Sara’s Law at the Sara Quirt-Sann Memorial Courtroom in Wausau.The bill makes it a Class H felony to cause or threaten bodily harm to guardians ad litem, corporation counsels, or attorneys in response to their official actions in family law proceedings.
WAUSAU -- Governor Scott Walker on Wednesday, April 11 signed Sara’s Law at the Sara Quirt-Sann Memorial Courtroom in Wausau.The bill makes it a Class H felony to cause or threaten bodily harm to guardians ad litem, corporation counsels, or attorneys in response to their official actions in family law proceedings.
Giannis back, Dellavedova cleared to return for Bucks
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks are getting All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and guard Matthew Dellavedova back from right ankle injuries for the regular-season finale at Philadelphia on Wednesday night.Antetokounmpo has missed the last two games.
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks are getting All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and guard Matthew Dellavedova back from right ankle injuries for the regular-season finale at Philadelphia on Wednesday night.Antetokounmpo has missed the last two games.
With Paul Ryan out, focus turns to possible Republican candidates
MADISON -- With Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan deciding against re-election, the focus turns to other Republicans who could run for his southeast Wisconsin congressional seat.Among those mentioned by Republicans as possible candidates are Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, attorney and University of Wisconsin Board of Regents member Bryan Steil and state Sen.
MADISON -- With Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan deciding against re-election, the focus turns to other Republicans who could run for his southeast Wisconsin congressional seat.Among those mentioned by Republicans as possible candidates are Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, attorney and University of Wisconsin Board of Regents member Bryan Steil and state Sen.
President Trump believes he can fire Robert Mueller, White House says
WASHINGTON — The federal agents who raided the office of President Donald Trump's personal attorney, Michael Cohen, were looking for records about payments to a former Playboy playmate and to porn actress Stormy Daniels, who both claim to have had affairs with President Trump.That's according to a report Tuesday from The New York Times.
WASHINGTON — The federal agents who raided the office of President Donald Trump's personal attorney, Michael Cohen, were looking for records about payments to a former Playboy playmate and to porn actress Stormy Daniels, who both claim to have had affairs with President Trump.That's according to a report Tuesday from The New York Times.