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Karen Stokes
Civic Media
Karen Stokes is a Milwaukee-based freelance journalist with more than 16 years of experience reporting on local and national politics, as well as community interest stories that highlight culture, social issues, and civic engagement for local, regional, and national publications.
State lawmakers of both parties say it’s time to rethink America’s fragile childcare system
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Kevin Hardy / Stateline
Jul 29, 2026, 9:29 AM CT
Fish: If you’re hot, they’re hot — and maybe dead
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Steve McPherson / MinnPost
Jul 29, 2026, 9:02 AM CT
Wisconsin Democratic candidates for governor debate, mostly hold back direct attacks
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Baylor Spears / Wisconsin Examiner
Jul 29, 2026, 8:55 AM CT
Officials urge patience as Fox Cities respond to tornado
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Henry Redman / Wisconsin Examiner
Jul 29, 2026, 8:50 AM CT
Richland Center General Government Committee recap from Tuesday
Jul 29, 2026, 8:37 AM CT
A cattle port of entry to reopen August 24
Jul 28, 2026, 6:49 PM CT