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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
UW-Madison Leads WI Charge Against Lake Michigan Plastic Pollution
University of Wisconsin-Madison is spearheading a statewide push to slash plastic waste flowing into Lake Michigan from Wisconsin's watersheds. Partnering with local governments and marinas, the initiative deploys cutting-edge capture tech amid 22 million pounds of annual Great Lakes plastic influx. This effort promises cleaner waters for Wisconsin's 1,000 miles of shoreline.
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Read Section →UW-Madison Leads WI Charge Against Lake Michigan Plastic Pollution
University of Wisconsin-Madison is spearheading a statewide push to slash plastic waste flowing into Lake Michigan from Wisconsin's watersheds. Partnering with local governments and marinas, the initiative deploys cutting-edge capture tech amid 22 million pounds of annual Great Lakes plastic influx. This effort promises cleaner waters for Wisconsin's 1,000 miles of shoreline.
May 5
UW-Madison Launches PFAS Center to Clean Wisconsin Waters
May 5
Wisconsin Senate OKs Massive School Choice Expansion Deal
May 5
Crime & Public Safety
Read Section →Milwaukee Police Nab Suspect in Downtown Convenience Store Robbery Spree
Milwaukee authorities arrested a 28-year-old man tied to five brazen armed robberies at downtown convenience stores over the past week. The takedown ends a wave of fear gripping the city's core business district. Details emerge on the suspect's methods and police pursuit.
May 5
Milwaukee Police Nab Suspect in Convenience Store Robbery Spree
May 5
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