Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.
Janesville resolution takes stand on "Citizens United" ruling
9 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
Two Janesville City Council members want the council to take a position on a controversial U-S Supreme Court ruling. Sam Liebert and Yuri Rashkin are asking the council to vote on a resolution asking Congress for a constitutional amendment to override the "Citizens United" ruling regarding corporations and election contributions. Kyle Geissler reports.
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Beloit voters get postcards about election changes
9 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
Beloit residents might want to spend some time reviewing voter information before heading to the polls this year. New wards and polling places are prompting the city to send out postcards to registered voters to remind them about all the changes. Kyle Geissler reports.
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Domestic partner benefits proposed for Janesville city employees
9 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
Janesville city employees might soon have access to domestic partner benefits. The proposal from city council members Yuri Rashkin and Sam Liebert would grant funeral leave rights and health care benefits to the domestic partners of city employees. Kyle Geissler reports.
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Rashkin proposes limits on committee terms
9 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
A Janesville City Council member wants to limit the time council members can spend on boards and committees in the city. Council member Yuri Raskin is making the proposal. Kyle Geissler reports.
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Emergency training grant money running out in Rock County
8 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on this summer's extension deadline for National Emergency Grant
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Janesville area Catholics asked to get involved in health care issue
8 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
Janesville area Catholics are being asked to get involved in lobbying against a White House rule rule requiring all employers, including religious institutions, to cover birth control as part of their employee health insurance. Nativity of Mary Parish priest Stephen Umhoefer says he's talking to his congregation about the issue. Kyle Geissler reports.
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GOP lawmakers react to secrecy allegations
8 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
At least one local Republican lawmaker says he had nothing to do with what Democrats say was an oath to keep details of redistricting maps hidden from the public. Evan Wynn says he tried to distance himself from the redistricting process. Kyle Geissler reports.
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Mercy Health System introduces InQuicker
7 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on making appointments for urgent care while waiting in the comfort of your own home
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Edgerton business park going "shovel ready"
7 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
Edgerton is hoping to make its business park more attractive by laying some of the ground work for potential employers. The city is in the process of getting sites in the Edgerton Business Park certified as shovel ready. Kyle Geissler reports.
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Roundabout problems in Milton
7 February 2012 - WCLO News Features
Roundabouts on Highway 59 in Milton might not be wide enough to accommodate emergencies. The state is considering modifications to allow traffic enough space when there are crashes or disabled vehicles in the roundabouts. Kyle Geissler reports.
