Christina Lorey is an Edward R. Murrow Award-winning journalist and former UpNorthNews newsletter editor. She previously worked as a producer, reporter, and TV anchor for stations in Madison and Moline. When she’s not writing or asking questions, Christina volunteers with Girls on the Run, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, and several mental health organizations.
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Just 0.2% of Universities are Better Than Wisconsin — According to New Global Ranking
The University of Wisconsin–Madison was ranked 30th worldwide and 20th in the United States in the 2025 edition of the Global 2000 list by the Center for World University Rankings. That puts our state’s flagship school in the top 0.2% of the 21,462 universities ranked worldwide! “We at UW–Madison gain our greatest satisfaction from helping…
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Wisconsin Dells Unveils State’s First ‘Mountain Coaster’ — But What Is It?
Wisconsin Dells added a new attraction this year, but this “tourist trap” is definitely worth the trip… The “Waterpark Capital of the World” unveiled the state’s first MOUNTAIN COASTER — a 4,000-foot-long thrill ride, no water involved! Unlike traditional roller coasters, mountain coasters are gravity-driven, which means they use the natural incline of the mountain…
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Forward, Not Backward: 4 historic steps Wisconsin took first
Despite Republicans’ best efforts, at times, to stand in the way, Wisconsin has become one of America’s most FORWARD-thinking states 👏🏾
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What to Know About MLB’s Exclusive ‘Gold Card’
DID YOU KNOW? After 8 years in the majors, players earn their “Gold Card” — a pass that gets them and one guest into ANY regular season game FOR LIFE ⚾️ How It Works: The holder just walks up to the box office, shows their card, and is given the best two tickets available in…
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Trolling Trump 101: You can now take Harvard courses in Wisconsin for free!
Harvard has come up with a clever way to push back at the revenge-seeking president — by offering classes like “American Government” and “Constitutional Foundations” FOR FREE! The Ivy League university has actually been doing this since the pandemic, but this new slate of politically-focused courses is a direct shot at Trump’s lack of education…
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No ‘Front Row’? Bob Uecker’s Famous Beer Commercials Almost Didn’t Happen
It was 1984. Miller wanted Ueck, who was already a national treasure thanks to his dozens of Carson appearances, to star in its “All-Stars” campaign. But there was one problem…
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It’s Official: Kwik Trip Voted America’s #1 Gas Station
USA Today readers have spoken — and crowned our Wisconsin-based chain the country’s best in TWO categories!
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‘Dear Milwalkey…’ Clever Kid Leaves Note for Staff to Find at Local Art Museum
“I have come here so many times, I’ve lost count!” the young art aficionado admits before sharing their favorite pieces and one request.
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How to Be a Better Ally: A Wisconsin ‘Pride’ Guide
When Gov. Tony Evers ordered the Pride flag raised above the Capitol for the first time, he made it clear: Wisconsin is a place for everyone.
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Why a Wisconsin News Outlet Killed Its Comments Section
And it’s not because they don’t WANT to hear from you…
