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MADISON, WI (WTAQ) - In an unusual move, the Wisconsin Assembly passed the proposed two-year state budget without much of a debate. The abrupt vote was 55-42. Minority Democrats did not offer any amendments. Minority Leader Peter Barca says it became clear Republicans were not open to changing the $70 billion spending package. Included in the budget, is the statewide expansion of the school choice program – along with a $650 million income tax cut, a refusal to take new federal Medic...
BRILLION, WI (WTAQ) - A major employer in Brillion is laying off 198 workers.
Brillion Iron Works says that includes 184 hourly and 14 salaried positions. The layoffs will take effect on Saturday.
Company officials blame slowing demand for its products in recent months.
As part of the reduction, the company will maintain 7 work crews, instead of 11, and eliminate the majority of its temporary salaried positions.
The foundry makes products for commercial vehicles like semis.
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