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Government Watchdog Expects Medicaid Work Requirement Analysis by Fall

2 weeks ago | waukradio.com | Renuka Rayasam |Beth Habhegger |Savanna Tomei-Olson |Jimmie Kaska

The country’s top nonpartisan government watchdog has confirmed it is examining the costs of running the nation’s only active Medicaid work requirement program, as Republican state and federal lawmakers consider similar requirements. The U.S. Government Accountability Office told KFF Health News that its analysis of the Georgia Pathways to Coverage program could be released this fall.
Wisconsin Band’s Big League Dreams Rock the NFL Draft

3 weeks ago | civicmedia.us | Beth Habhegger |Melissa Kaye |Stuart Wattles

All eyes are on Wisconsin as the NFL Draft’s player selection rounds are underway in Green Bay. But what you may not know – all ears are on an Appleton band as it prepares to live out its own big-league dreams. Listen to a quick version of this story here: Doozey is a high-energy, three-piece group made up of Andy Van Dusen (vocals/guitar), Ryan Patterson (bass), and DeAngelo Harris (drums). They’ve been playing together for years and are a Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) award winner.
Avoid Scams during NFL Draft in Green Bay

3 weeks ago | civicmedia.us | Beth Habhegger |Melissa Kaye |Stuart Wattles |Jimmie Kaska

GREEN BAY, WI—(WGBW)—Sports fans from all over the nation are expected to attend the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay today through Saturday. With over 250,000 visitors expected, scammers may attempt to exploit the fast-paced environment by targeting them with various fraudulent scams and schemes. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) says any travel, but especially travel to popular locations and events, can increase the risk of identity theft.
Friday’s Big Deal of the Day

3 weeks ago | civicmedia.us | Beth Habhegger |Melissa Kaye |Stuart Wattles |Jimmie Kaska

Dogs & Cream treats your taste buds by serving up hot dog creations that are anything but ordinary!Craving a classic Chicago dog or something wild like a Mac & Cheese Dog or a Pretzel Dog, they’ve got you covered!And save room for that velvety custard that’ll melt your troubles away. Go to WRJN.com, click the Big Deals banner, and purchase $20 worth of gift certificates for just $10 – today only at WRJN BIG DEALS!
Racine Raiders Countdown to Kickoff

3 weeks ago | civicmedia.us | Stuart Wattles |Michael Kommer |Beth Habhegger |Jimmie Kaska

BlogWe are officially under 10 days from the Racine Raiders being back on WRJN! The Raiders kick their season off against the Tennessee Hornets at Historic Horlick Athletic Field. During the Raiders season, they have seven home games to four away fames, with no bye week during the season. As always, you can catch the broadcasts on 1400AM and 99.9FM in Racine, and 98.1 in Kenosha. This year marks the 51st year of WRJN carrying the Raiders.
The Rest of the Story Lives on

3 weeks ago | civicmedia.us | Beth Habhegger |Melissa Kaye |Stuart Wattles |Jimmie Kaska

Paul Harvey had a special and unique way of telling stories. The Rest of the Story mixed real history with unexpected ending, making it something listeners never forgot. It started as a segment during Paul Harvey’s regular news broadcasts in the 1940’s but because of it’s popularity, it became a standalone program in 1976. Even in today’s fast-paced world, The Rest of the Story makes listeners lean in as it captures your attention. It’s part of what keeps Paul Harvey alive on the airwaves.
Janesville Man Faces Life in Prison After Admitting to Chemical Weapons Plot Against Federal Agents

3 weeks ago | waukradio.com | Beth Habhegger |Melissa Kaye |Stuart Wattles |Jimmie Kaska

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – (Civic Media) – A Janesville man faces up to life in prison after admitting to possessing chemicals to create chlorine gas, which he allegedly threatened to use against federal agents attempting to seize his firearms. James Morgan, 32, pleaded guilty April 21 in Milwaukee federal court to one count of possessing ‘chemical weapon precursors’.
Cooke Shares Campaign Focus in Chippewa Falls Announcement

2 months ago | civicmedia.us | Jimmie Kaska |Jo Ann Krulatz |Beth Habhegger

Rebecca Cooke officially announced her candidacy for Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District again at a Chippewa Falls farm on Tuesday. It’s the third time Cooke is running for the office. In 2022 she lost the Democratic primary to State Senator Brad Pfaff. In 2024, she won the Democratic primary but lost to Congressman Derrick Van Orden by 11,256 votes in the general election.
Rosa Parks Sparks Transit Equity Day

Jan 30, 2025 | civicmedia.us | Stuart Wattles |Melissa Kaye |Adam Hess |Beth Habhegger

WAUSAU, Wis. (WXCO) – Metro Ride will reserve a seat on each bus to honor Rosa Parks and celebrate her invaluable work for transit day. Wisconsin is celebrating Transit Equity Day on Tuesday February 4th. It’s a day cities use to promote public transit as a strategy to combat climate change and means to provide affordable, accessible, clean, and safe transportation alternatives for all community members.