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Digital News Writer for Sinclair Broadcasting's The National Desk. Graduate of the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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More US households using food stamps than during peak of pandemic, data shows

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Over half a million immigrant enter U.S. through Biden parole pipeline

Over half a million immigrant enter U.S. through Biden parole pipeline

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I stand with Lincoln: UW-Madison must withstand calls to tear down iconic statue | The College Fi...

I stand with Lincoln: UW-Madison must withstand calls to tear down iconic statue | The College Fi...

OPINION: Lincoln is not the villain.

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A modern-day renaissance: How fine arts in Madison continue to rebound in COVID-19 era

A modern-day renaissance: How fine arts in Madison continue to rebound in COVID-19 era

With COVID-19 restrictions beginning to ease in Madison, hear from students, professionals why city looks pri…

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What does the UW Band do after the football season?

What does the UW Band do after the football season?

Football seasons come and go, but the UW Band always finds a way to make music, no matter the season.

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The Grand Rapids Herald

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Freshly-minted Grand Rapids Police Department Chief Joe Trigg said Tuesday that he is prepared to face scrutiny from city activists as he takes the helm of GRPD. On Monday, the city announced Trigg, a 25-year veteran of GRPD, would take over the permanent chief of police role after having served in the interim capacity since March. His predecessor, Eric Winstrom, had vacated the role in February after accepting a police chief job in Pensacola, Fla.
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The Grand Rapids Herald

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Former Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom on Monday lauded the city’s decision to name Joe Trigg its next police chief following a $28,000 national search to fill the role. Joe Trigg, a 25-year Grand Rapids Police Department veteran, became interim police chief after Winstrom accepted the police chief job in Pensacola, Fla., in February. Prior to his exit, Winstrom said anti-police sentiment throughout his four-year tenure was a major factor behind his decision.
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The Grand Rapids Herald

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Former Kent County Commissioner David Bulkowski kicked off his campaign for Grand Rapids comptroller Wednesday, opposing incumbent city Comptroller Max Frantz. During a campaign kickoff and fundraising event at Brewery Vivant, Bulkowski highlighted his priorities for the role, including increased transparency and public education about how city funds are used. Bulkowski said he hoped to strike a collaborative balance with city leaders if elected.
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