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Evers: Foxconn Initiated Changes To Wisconsin Contract

WGTD April 23, 2019

Gov. Tony Evers Says Foxconn Executive Louis Woo First Suggested Changes

(WPR)---Gov. Tony Evers said Tuesday it was Foxconn that first suggested making changes to its contract with the state of Wisconsin, not the other way around.

His...

"Paint and Sip" Parties to Raise Funds & Create Art For Racine's Uptown

WGTD April 23, 2019

(WGTD)---Racine-area residents will have a chance to contribute both artistically and financially to Uptown beautification and revitalization projects.

Four "paint and sip" nights will be held at The Branch banquet hall and conference center in late May, according...

64th District Special Election Assembly Candidates to Debate; Please Share

WGTD April 23, 2019

The two candidates running in the special election next week to replace Peter Barca in the Assembly will debate the issues Wednesday evening in a forum hosted by WGTD.

Democrat Tip McGuire and Republican Mark Stalker will answer questions from moderator Len...

Parents: Resources, Not Criminal Charges, Needed for Students With Autism

WGTD April 21, 2019

(WGTD)---Mia Ashmus believes that if Racine Unified was better equipped to deal with kids who've been diagnosed with autism her son wouldn’t have been sitting in court last week facing criminal charges for allegedly assaulting two staff members.

18 year-old Kenzo...

Peep In On This: Racine Art Exhibit Features Popular Easter Candy

wpr.org April 19, 2019

(WPR)---There are PEEPS on a pirate ship and PEEPS on slippers. Some PEEPS gather at a diner and others tube down the river. Some are melted and crafted into sculptures.

But whatever they turn into, these PEEPS have earned an audience at the ...

Foxconn Responds; Vandervere's New Charges; Bradford Stabber Trial Delay

WGTD April 18, 2019

Foxconn has responded cautiously to Gov. Evers' call for a possible renegotiation of its contract with the state. In a statement, Foxconn said it's "open to further consultation, collaboration, and new ideas." While saying that the company remains committed to "long term...

WGTD Holding 64th Assembly District Debate April 24th

WGTD April 18, 2019

From left to right: Tip McGuire (D); Left, Matt Stalker (R)

WGTD will be holding a general election debate for the 64th Assembly district seat vacated by Peter Barca. The debate will feature Republican Mark Stalker and Democrat Tip McGuire. McGuire defeated 2 other challengers earlier this month to become the Democratic Nominee....