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The bombs started getting closer in 2012 as Syria's civil war was just beginning.
With so many varieties and sizes of live Christmas trees, making a suitable selection that stays fresh throughout the holiday season can be daunting.
Nearly 16 inches of rain fell in Wisconsin from June to August, which is about 4 inches above average, according to the National Centers for Environmental Information. The increased moisture levels bring about some difficult challenges for Wisconsin homeowners.
A conservation group has filed a lawsuit against the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources over plans for part of the former Badger Army Ammunition plant near Baraboo.
Wisconsin's opioid epidemic is driving an increase in motorists who are impaired behind the wheel.
Wisconsin continues to increase monthly cheese production, marking more than two years of rising outputs.
A federal court in Detroit will hear arguments this week in a lawsuit against the U.S. government over a controversial, aging oil pipeline that passes under Lake Michigan.
City centers typically are hotter than suburbs, which in turn tend to be hotter than rural areas, controlling for other factors. The more developed and densely populated an area, the more buildings, asphalt and other solid surfaces amplify and absorb the heat of the sun, usually with fewer plants to help cool things down.
A warming climate is transforming the base of the food web in the Great Lakes, according to a new study published recently in the scientific journal Limnology and Oceanography .
In northern Wisconsin, water resources are quite apparent. Lakes dot the landscape, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Abundant streams and springs provide habitat for groundwater-dependent species.