Sen. Tammy Baldwin Attends Gay Marriage Arguments in U.S. Supreme Court

Democrat from Wisconsin says the high court "will have an opportunity to reaffirm our founding belief that all Americans are created equal under the law.”

Hudson Common Council Approves New Lease for Afton/Hudson Cruise Lines

The Hudson Common Council approved a new dock lease agreement to Gordy Jarvis of Afton/Hudson Cruise Lines.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - March 25, 2013

Video of the March 25, 2013, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson to Visit Hudson on April 5

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson will provide an "update on the U.S. economy and federal budget" during a visit to WESTconsin Credit Union at about 7:30 a.m. on Friday, April 5.

Washington County Board Discusses Gateway Corridor Transit Project

Members of the Gateway Corridor Commission addressed concerns of mass transit opponents at last week's Washington County Board meeting.

VIDEO: Hudson School District Board of Education Meeting - March 12, 2013

Video of the March 12, 2013, Hudson School District Board of Education meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - March 11, 2013

Video of the March 11, 2013, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

Hudsonite Named as Wisconsin Secretary of Health Services

Kitty Rhoades has taken over as Secretary of Health Services for the State of Wisconsin. The Hudsonite served as a State Assembly rep for a decade before accepting the role of DHS Deputy Secretary in 2011.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Feb. 25, 2013

Video of the Feb. 25, 2013, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

Local Democrats Present Initial Response to Walker's Budget Proposal

Last week, Gov. Scott Walker delivered his budget address. Today, local Democrats issued their initial response, including a job creation report card, Medicaid decision analysis and more.

Gov. Scott Walker's Budget Address: What Did You Think?

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker focused on job creation, mining, transforming education, and infrastructure, but what did you think of his speech? And if you missed it, we've got the whole transcript.

ELECTION RESULTS: Schrock Advances After Canvass Drawing; Kunz Beats Johnson By One Vote

After the official canvass, Jim Schrock and Matthew Kari remained tied with 245 votes apiece. Schrock's name was drawn and he will move onto the general election to face Jeanette Kunz, Jamie Johnson and Bruce Hanson.

Presidents Day in Hudson: What's Open? What's Closed?

Unlike Independence Day or Thanksgiving, Presidents Day isn't observed by all banks and government institutions. Here's a handy guide to help you figure out what's open today, and what's not.

VIDEO: Hudson School District Board of Education Meeting - Feb. 12, 2013

Video of the Feb. 12, 2013, Hudson School District Board of Education meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Feb. 11, 2013

Video of the Feb. 11, 2013, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

Hudson School Board Grants Superintendent $13,000 Pay Raise

Hudson School District Superintendent Mary Bowen-Eggebraaten will be earning $159,480 per year. The Board of Education voted 6-1 to grant her an 8.9 percent raise of $13,071.

Hudson Could Become District With Two 6-9 Secondary Schools

Two new secondary space solution options discussed by the school board include building one new school and reconfiguring the district from one 6-8 middle school to two 6-9 secondary schools.

Hudson School District to Combine Learning, Student Departments

Dave Grambow will take on the new role of System Improvement Director for the Hudson School District. Sandi Kovatch will continue as Learning Services Director, and Cory McIntyre will continue as Student Services Director.

Governor, Attorney General Visit Hudson to Tout Law Enforcement Budget

The governor is making several stops throughout the state on Tuesday to talk to members of the media about his law enforcement budget initiatives. His local visit took place at the Hudson Community Children’s Center at 1:30 p.m.

Wisconsin State Superintendent to Visit Hudson High School on Monday

While in Hudson, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Superintendent Tony Evers will attend a technology in education panel, hear about the "Raider Riders," local students' involvement with NASA and more.

State Rep to Minnesota Businesses: Come to the Land of Lower Taxes

In response to Gov. Mark Dayton's budget proposal, Rep. Erik Severson (R-Osceola) sent an open letter to Minnesota business owners on Tuesday encouraging them to relocate to Wisconsin, where their business will be welcomed with "open arms

U.S. Postal Service Announces End to Saturday Mail Delivery

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you?

Plan Commission to Discuss Allowing Microbreweries in Downtown Hudson

Brew pubs, microbreweries, wineries and distillery operatios currently are not allowed in the city's G-2 (general business) and G-3 (central business) districts. But a change could be coming soon.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Jan. 28, 2013

Video of the Jan. 28, 2013, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Jan. 14, 2013

Video of the Jan. 14, 2013, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

Dems Refocusing Their Efforts To Oust Walker

State Democrats are using the techniques learned during President Barack Obama's successful run for a second term in hopes of retaking Madison in 2014.

Local Leaders React to Walker's State of the State Address

Local legislative and political leaders — mostly Republicans — praised the governor's State of the State Address.

Paycheck A Little Smaller? Here's Why...

You may have been spared from paying more in income taxes, but there still could have been a hit to your paycheck after the Fiscal Cliff Tax Deal was reached earlier this month. Here's all you need to know...

Gov. Scott Walker's State of the State Address is Tuesday

The governor, winner of a recall election last summer, will provide details about his vision for the state for the coming year.

VIDEO: Hudson School District Board of Education Meeting - Jan. 8, 2013

Video of the Jan. 8, 2013, Hudson School District Board of Education meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy Holds First Hudson Listening Session

U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy (R-WI7) held his first Hudson listening session as this area's congressman on Monday, Jan. 7, 2013.

Paul Rode Hoping for Appointment to North Hudson Village Board

Local businessman Paul Rode hopes to claim a seat on the North Hudson Village Board of Trustees without even having to run for election. Dan Ortner is not running for re-election and Stan Wekkin is running unopposed for Village President.

ELECTION GUIDE: Candidate Info, Polling Places for April 2 Election

City, town, village, state, and school district races will all be on the ballot; be informed before you head out and cast your ballot on April 2.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Dec. 17, 2012

Video of the Dec. 17, 2012, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

VIDEO: Hudson School District Board of Education Meeting - Dec. 11, 2012

Video of the Dec. 11, 2012, Hudson School District Board of Education meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

Bruce Hanson Announces Plans to Run for Hudson School Board

Bruce Hanson issued a statement on Monday announcing his intentions to run for a seat on the Hudson School District Board of Education this spring.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Dec. 3, 2012

Video of the Dec. 3, 2012, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

Judge Vlack Announces He Will Run for Re-election

Edward Vlack has announced that he will seek re-election as a St. Croix County Circuit Court judge in the April 2013 election.

VIDEO: City of Hudson Common Council Meeting - Nov. 19, 2012

Video of the Nov. 19, 2012, City of Hudson Common Council meeting is provided by The River Channel: Hudson/North Hudson Community Access Television.

Local Republican Leader to Serve in Duffy Administration

Jesse Garza, chairman of the St. Croix County Republican Party, has accepted a Deputy District Director position on U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy's staff. He begins work in the new role in January once Duffy begins his second term.