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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Now Showing: $3 Films This Weekend, with the Hope of More Viewers ‘Coming Soon’ to Wisconsin Theaters
To celebrate National Cinema Day, many movie chains are offering $3 deals in more than 3,000 theaters and on 30,000 screens!
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From Badger to Bear: Jack Sanborn Makes Chicago’s 53-Man Roster
He joins the ranks of five other former UW linebackers currently playing in the NFL.
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One-on-One with Gov. Tony Evers—His $5 Billion Surplus Plan and How Much Money It Could Save Wisconsinites
From the lowest earners to families, veterans, seniors, and their caregivers–if you live in the state, there’s something in the surplus plan for you.
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Wisconsin Veteran, Paralyzed for 30 Years, Surprised with $15,000 Power Wheelchair
The Union Center native will once again have the freedom he fought for overseas.
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Meet the Women Giving Wisconsin Students a Sense of Safety After Rough 2021-22 School Year
“Moms on a Mission” use snacks and social time to establish community bonds.
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The Girl Scout Cookie Graveyard: The Organization’s Most-Loved Former Flavors
When the Girl Scouts unveiled their newest cookie–the Raspberry Rally–that got us thinking: How many flavors have Wisconsin troops sold over the years?
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The University of Wisconsin Gets Creative to Recruit, Train, and Retain the Next Generation of Teachers
Long before the current nationwide shortage, universities had already reported a 35% drop in education majors from 2008-2018.
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Next Fall, In-State Students from Low Income Families Will Be Able to Attend UW System Schools for Free
The Wisconsin Tuition Promise will waive tuition for households making less than $62,000/year. Legislative Republicans are being asked to fund it beyond its first year.
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Grab a Donut, Make a Difference: ‘Cop on a Rooftop’ Returns Friday to Dunkin’ Stores Across Wisconsin
Leaning into the old stereotype, police officers and pastries will come together to raise money for Special Olympics Wisconsin. Don’t be alarmed when you see law enforcement at your local Dunkin’ this Friday! More than 70 locations across Wisconsin are participating in the 10th annual Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser this Aug. 19. The fast…
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Wisconsin Has Faced a Teacher Shortage for Years. Some Schools Are Finally Reaching Their Tipping Point.
It’s 8 a.m. on a Tuesday morning, two weeks before the start of a new school year. Rich Appel is stressed. Usually, the Horicon Superintendent would be busy overseeing meetings and chatting with his crop of new teachers. Instead, he’s still scrambling to find them. Appel’s not alone. From big districts like Madison (27,000 enrolled…
