Opioid prescriptions drop in Wisconsin, overdose deaths rise

MADISON — State records show that opioid overdose deaths continue to rise in Wisconsin despite fewer opioids being prescribed.Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program says the state saw 17 million fewer opioid prescriptions from April to June.

Lincoln Hills worker disappointed with Gov. Walker

MADISON, Wis. — The Latest on Wisconsin juvenile prison (all times local):3:30 p.m.A teacher at Wisconsin's juvenile prison who was knocked unconscious by an inmate says she is disappointed Gov.

Gov. Walker to officially kick off campaign for 3rd term November 5th in Waukesha

WAUKESHA -- Governor Scott Walker will officially kick off his campaign for a third term as governor on November 5th at Weldall Manufacturing in Waukesha.That event will be followed by over a dozen events across Wisconsin during that week.“Our bold reforms have delivered results for Wisconsin’s hard-working families, from lower taxes to record investment in our classrooms – but there’s more to be done.