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Consult Your Doctor Jan 22, 2021

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As the US sees 4,000 deaths a day from COVID-19, Wisconsin Republicans think it's a good idea to start a new attack on Gov. Evers' coronavirus safeguards. Also, we interview a specialist in women's health about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Pandemic Politics 2021 Jan 21, 2021

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A state committee is deciding which groups should be next in line for the COVID-19 vaccine. Right on schedule, legislative Republicans are playing politics with wanting to withhold it from prison inmates despite the crowded settings and the health threat to guards and staff.

Day One: What It Means for WI Jan 20, 2021

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Pres. Joe Biden got right to work on his first day in office. Tackling some of the country's biggest problems will certainly have an impact in Wisconsin. Plus, COVID-19 numbers in the state continue to decline.

Day No. 1,461 Jan 19, 2021

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Day 1,461 of the Trump administration sees the US coronavirus death toll reach 400,000, though Wisconsin's numbers are still trending lower. Plus a Madison-area girl's virtual lemonade stand to raise money for hunger relief is getting attention at the Biden inauguration.

Vaccination Vacillation Jan 15, 2021

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Earlier this week, Trump administration officials told Gov. Tony Evers and others that a reserve supply of COVID-19 vaccine would be released to the states. There was more vaccine in Al Capone's vault than in the so-called reserve.

Vaccine Numbers Explained Jan 14, 2021

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The Dept. of Health Services shines a light on how the federal govt is shipping COVID-19 vaccine to states in a way that’s not in line with how the priority groups are composed. And Congressman Scott Fitzgerald, who voted to reject certified election results, says he has no idea who’s to blame for the DC riot.

Impeachment Redux Jan 13, 2021

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Pres. Trump is impeached again, this time for inciting an insurrection that threatened the United States Congress. Wisconsin's Republican congressmen offered unique reasons to vote against impeaching.

Free Riot Advice: No Selfies Jan 12, 2021

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An Eau Claire man posted photos of himself inside the US Capitol during the riot, and you'll absolutely believe what happened next. Also, updates on vaccination totals and the legislature tries to make a deal on a relief bill.

State Capitol Boarded Up Jan 12, 2021

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Boards are going up on the windows of the state Capitol in Madison and the National Guard has been activated to help Capitol Police with security due to chatter about potential follow-ups from last week’s insurrection at the US Capitol.

The 25th Before the 20th? Jan 08, 2021

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Will Pres. Trump be forced from office through the 25th Amendment before his term expires on Jan. 20? Also, a Burlington teacher is on leave after attending the DC event that turned violent. And there are now 7 candidates for state superintendent.

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