Tag: Wisconsin
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The History of Hmong in Wisconsin
Mai Zong Vue shares the history and experiences of Hmong who settled in Wisconsin. Mai Zong Vue, chief operating officer of The Hmong Institute, discusses how and why Hmong came to the United States … Full story: https://www.pbs.org/video/the-history-of-hmong-in-wisconsin-p0oye9/
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Empowering aspiring food truck entrepreneurs: La Crosse food truck workshop announced
UW Madison Division of Extension Community Food Systems, in collaboration with the Food Finance Institute and the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce, with … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69a86aef53e4401f9305e56041e87307&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wiproud.com%2fnews%2fempowering-aspiring-food-truck-entrepreneurs-la-crosse-food-truck-workshop-announced%2f&c=12387996641362499177&mkt=en-us
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Join Hmong Farmers Conference in Central Wisconsin
Sessions will be presented in both Hmong and English, with interpretation and language assistance available throughout the day to ensure all participants can fully engage. Educational topics will … Full story: https://wisconsinagconnection.com/news/join-hmong-farmers-conference-in-central-wisconsin
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Former Hudson athletic trainer pleads guilty to sexually assaulting student athlete in Woodbury
An Iowa man admitted in court Tuesday to sexually assaulting a western Wisconsin high school student-athlete in 2018 in Woodbury after meeting the teen while employed as a strength and conditioning … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2026/02/10/hudson-athletic-trainer-student-sex-assault-woodbury/
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Bill would require more in-depth Black history instruction in Wisconsin schools
As the Trump administration pulls down displays on Black history, Wisconsin state Sen. Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee) and Rep. Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) are renewing their push for Wisconsin to bolster … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/bill-require-more-depth-black-111501832.html
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Bill aims to restore federal funding for Wisconsin abuse shelters, hotlines
Wisconsin nonprofits are facing historic cuts to domestic violence and child abuse services as a result of the shortfall. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69710bf0bdbe4d5a8e6b41e8af7e94dd&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.jsonline.com%2fstory%2fnews%2fspecial-reports%2f2026%2f01%2f21%2fhouse-passes-stopgap-legislation-to-fix-voca-funding-shortfall%2f88218156007%2f&c=6181666981092970724&mkt=en-us
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Hmong American community concerned about ICE agents in north central Wisconsin
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Some people in the Hmong American community are concerned about ICE agents coming to north-central Wisconsin. Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2026/01/21/hmong-american-community-concerned-about-ice-agents-north-central-wisconsin/
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Hmong American community concerned about ICE agents in north central Wisconsin
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Some people in the Hmong American community are concerned about ICE agents coming to northcentral Wisconsin. Sheriffs’ offices in Marathon, Wood and Portage counties said they … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2026/01/21/hmong-american-community-concerned-about-ice-agents-north-central-wisconsin/
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31-year-old aims to make history in State of Wisconsin
The post 31 year old aims to make history in state of Wisconsin appeared first on AsAmNews. Yee Leng Xiong announced Wednesday his candidacy for Wisconsin Treasurer, a race that could make him the … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/31-year-old-aims-to-make-history-in-state-of-wisconsin/ar-AA1TSEwA
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Milwaukee County got a wave of opioid settlement funds. How were they used?
In 2023, Milwaukee County received $111 million in funds, to be given out over 18 years, representing the largest amount recovered by any local government in the history of Wisconsin. The county has … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=694ec4efc7834784bc8acd6152215165&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.jsonline.com%2fstory%2fnews%2fhealth%2f2025%2f12%2f26%2fhow-is-milwaukee-county-using-huge-opioid-settlement-grant-so-far%2f87791597007%2f&c=7795622837410801684&mkt=en-us
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Bill to examine the disappearance and murders of Black women and girls receives public hearing
At a Tuesday hearing, Wisconsin Rep. Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison), who has long advocated creating a task force on missing and murdered Black women and girls, read testimony on behalf of … Full story: https://www.wjfw.com/bill-to-examine-the-disappearance-and-murders-of-black-women-and-girls-receives-public-hearing/article_851add34-5255-5ee1-8343-eee76b9aa0cc.html
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DATCP Announces 2025 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant Recipients
“Thanks to the funding provided by the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants, Wisconsin food producers have the enhanced ability to make connections with local distributors, expand their operations, and get … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69326caf0035416391ee721e03406bf9&url=https%3a%2f%2fdairybusiness.com%2fdatcp-announces-2025-buy-local-buy-wisconsin-grant-recipients%2f&c=16576685852688190290&mkt=en-us
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New Hmong QPR materials aim to break barriers in suicide prevention
A new mental health initiative is making suicide prevention education more accessible to Hmong-speaking communities in central Wisconsin. The effort, a collaboration between several local … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a0008a4d29148409fb53ea66f4a1af3&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wausaudailyherald.com%2fstory%2fnews%2fhealth%2f2025%2f12%2f04%2fnew-hmong-qpr-materials-aim-to-break-barriers-in-suicide-prevention-marathon-county%2f87573192007%2f&c=15720675961008583216&mkt=en-us
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These groups help crime victims. Trump’s anti-DEI push is putting them on the defensive.
Trump’s crackdown on “woke” federal grants is putting pressure on Wisconsin nonprofits that work with victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Full story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/special-reports/2025/12/01/trumps-anti-dei-agenda-stokes-fear-for-wisconsin-crime-victim-groups/87274730007/
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Central Wisconsin Hmong Professionals announces 2025 Professional of the Year Award recipients
WAUSAU – Central Wisconsin Hmong Professionals has announced the recipients of the 2025 Professional of the Year Awards, honoring outstanding Hmong … Full story: https://wausaupilotandreview.com/2025/11/21/central-wisconsin-hmong-professionals-announces-2025-professional-of-the-year-award-recipients/
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Here are 8 claims related to health care and immigration … and the facts
Two of the biggest political issues of the year are immigration and health care. Here’s a look at some recent fact checks of claims related to those topics. Full story: https://milwaukeenns.org/2025/11/18/wisconsin-health-care-insurance-immigration-claims-fact-check/
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Hmong New Year celebration at UWGB connects Hmong generations and celebrates culture
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – The Hmong New Year celebrations came to a close on Sunday after two days of festivities at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay campus, which was a first for the community. Full story: https://www.wbay.com/2025/11/17/hmong-new-year-celebration-uwgb-connects-hmong-generations-celebrates-culture/
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Fernando Mendoza throws 4 TDs to lead No. 2 Indiana over Wisconsin 31-7
With No. 2 Indiana struggling in the first half Saturday, coach Curt Cignetti relied on his usual halftime speech. He kept it simple, d … Full story: https://fox11online.com/news/local/fernando-mendoza-throws-4-tds-to-lead-no-2-indiana-over-wisconsin-31-7