We talk with an investigative reporter about the Black renters in Milwaukee disproportionately experiencing electrical fires. Then we look at how people in Wisconsin fit into the national trend of federal renters’ aid largely not being distributed yet. And a pair of reporters share what they learned about election officials receiving threats following the 2020 election.
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How Electrical Fires Affect Black Renters In Milwaukee, Delays In Rental Aid Meant For Wisconsinites
A new report from the U.S. Treasury Department finds that more than 80 percent of rental aid hasn’t been disbursed nationally. We talk to a Wisconsin Watch editor about delays getting aid to renters in Milwaukee, and we look at a new report from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel about how black renters in Milwaukee are impacted by electrical fires.
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Looking At Threats To Election Officials
We talk with a pair of reporters who looked into election officials in various places around the country, who’ve experienced threats from people questioning the integrity of the 2020 general election.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Raquel Rutledge Guest
- Jim Malewitz Guest
- Rosalind L. Helderman Guest
- Amy Gardner Guest
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