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Wisconsin Has a New Program to Support Survivors of Human Trafficking–And There’s More Than You May Think
More than 150 people are victims of human trafficking in Wisconsin every year. January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
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Wisconsin’s 5 Biggest Indoor Waterparks, Ranked by Slide Count
When you don’t have the time or money for a tropical getaway, escape the winter cold at one of Wisconsin’s indoor waterparks. Set to a balmy 84 degrees year-round, these parks make the perfect staycation for families, couples, or anyone looking for a little warmth!
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20 Black Men & Women Who Shaped Wisconsin History
From the first slaves fighting for freedom to the modern day leaders rallying for change, Black people have positively and permanently changed the Badger state. This Black History Month, we’re sharing their stories.
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Small Business Spotlight: URSA
In this Bay View neighborhood shop, “U” stands for unique. Whether you’re buying something for someone else, your house, or yourself, this one-stop shop has it all!
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10 Accomplishments of the First Two Years of the Biden-Harris Administration
Over the past two years, the Biden-Harris administration and the Democratic-run House and Senate acted to lower healthcare and drug costs; fight climate change and reduce energy costs; invest in mental health care; and invest in American manufacturing and infrastructure.
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Poll: What Musicians Do You Most Want To See Live?
We’re always trying to get to know our audience better, so we’ve got a new 30-second poll for you. Let’s get a better sense of what kinds of live music you’re interested in by ranking these artists by order of preference. Thanks for being part of the UpNorthNews community and helping us continue to grow!
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MAGA Republicans Plan to Hold the Economy Hostage to Cut Social Security and Medicare
The debt ceiling is a numerical limit, set by Congress, on how much money the federal government can borrow to pay its bills. Increasing the debt ceiling is a routine congressional task, but Republicans want to hold it hostage to make cuts to Social Security and Medicare, even though failing to raise the limit would…
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From Farm(er) to (Your) Table: The 2023 Wisconsin Farmers’ Market Cookbook is Almost Complete
In 2022, the largest farmers’ market in America celebrated its 50th season on Madison’s Capitol Square. This year, it’s releasing a special-edition cookbook!
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The Midwest’s Best Airports, Ranked by Number of Delays
Of the 10 busiest airports in the Midwest, only one is in Wisconsin: Milwaukee’s Mitchell International. But depending on where you live, out-of-state airports can often be closer, cheaper, or both.
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$209 a pound?! The Story Behind the Special Wisconsin Cheese Back on Sale
How much would you pay for a slice of state history? For only the third time ever, Hook’s is releasing a batch of its 20-year cheddar to a lucky group of lottery-winning cheese lovers.
