Mike Moen
Mike Moen is the Morning Edition producer and serves as a staff reporter for WNIJ. Every morning, he works with Dan Klefstad to bring listeners the latest Illinois news. He also works with the rest of the news staff on developing and producing in-depth stories. Mike is a Minnesota native who likes movies, history, and baseball. When most people hear his last name, they assume he is 100-percent Scandinavian. But, believe it or not, he is mostly German.
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Colder, seasonal weather is making its way back into Wisconsin, and just like last winter, the region is in store for higher natural-gas bills. Experts say there are ways to protect your household budget now and in the long run.
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This Election Day concerns about political violence and intimidation haven't subsided. Pro-democracy groups say they remain vigilant but want voters to know they should feel safe going to the polls.
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Cybersecurity isn't just about governments and corporations protecting against large-scale system attacks. Information Technology experts say individuals can play their part by avoiding suspicious activity that trickles down to them.
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People who receive Social Security payments are eager to see the new cost-of-living adjustment be applied
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The U.S. economy is navigating forces like inflation. But economists say there are bright spots, including positive trends in manufacturing, and Wisconsin voices want more policies that harness recent gains.
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Agriculture is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. An array of government cost-sharing programs and nonprofits have tried to help more producers change their approaches, and a Wisconsin initiative has new data on what's being done across the region.
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Social Security recipients soon will find out how much their benefits will increase for 2023. A big jump is expected, but some senior advocates fear it still won't help most older Americans living on a tight budget. They hope for policies to expand and protect the program.
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Native American college students are becoming more outspoken about the barriers they encounter in completing their education. That's prompted calls for institutions to pay attention to the environment offered by tribal colleges and universities. A Wisconsin school hopes key milestones this year create awareness.
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Wisconsin officials say Biden's student loan forgiveness plan will be helpful to those struggling to pay down their balance, but they warn there are important things to remember, including the potential impact on a person's state income tax return.
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High blood pressure among Americans was already a concern before the pandemic. Researchers now say the crisis has created greater risk for certain individuals.