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This Week In Washington - November 14, 2018

November 14, 2018 - 3:00pm

Election results are still being finalized in key races in Florida and Georgia, with President Trump weighing in. Meanwhile, Representative Nancy Pelosi is campaigning among the Democratic caucus to be the next House Speaker. We catch up on those stories, and others, with a national politics reporter.

Should All States Be Like Wisconsin And Allow Same-Day Voter Registration?

November 14, 2018 - 7:15am

Last week’s midterm elections saw record turnout. Our guest is a political scientist who argues it might have been greater, however, had all states allowed voters to register on the same day they voted. He tells us why all states should adopt election day registration before the next election. Then, we talk to a local researcher and a state election official about how same-day registration has panned out in Wisconsin.

How Will Environmental Policy Change Under Evers?

November 14, 2018 - 7:00am

Governor elect Tony Evers’ environmental policies are likely to be drastically different from his predecessor’s. While Governor Scott Walker cut science positions from the Department of Natural Resources and joined a group of states suing the federal government over the Clean Power Plan, Evers has said he’ll give more power...

Wisconsin Lawmakers Decide On Leadership Positions In The Assembly

November 14, 2018 - 6:45am

Wisconsin elected officials met this week to determine leadership in the state Assembly. We get the latest on who's doing what, and consider next steps for the state legislature.

Check-In On Who Will Lead Democrats, Republicans In The U.S. House of Representatives

November 14, 2018 - 6:30am

With the election over, officials in Congress are deciding on leadership roles for the coming session. We check in with a POLITICO reporter about who will lead the U.S. House Democrats and Republicans.

A Medical Perspective On Gun Violence

November 14, 2018 - 6:00am

Last week, the National Rifle Association tweeted that doctors should “stay in their lane” when it comes to gun control. Doctors responded en masse, arguing that gun violence in the U.S. is a critical public health issue. A doctor joins us to share his stance.

NRA Criticizes Doctors On Gun Control Stance, Physicians Push Back

November 13, 2018 - 4:30pm

The National Rifle Association criticized doctors this weekend on Twitter over gun control and physicians took to social media to push back against the gun lobby. We speak to Michael Spies of The Trace about the ongoing tension between the two groups and what it says about the gun control...

Girl Spent Hours In Milwaukee Tow Lot After Mother's Arrest

November 13, 2018 - 4:40pm

A 4-year-old girl spent about eight hours in her family's van in a Milwaukee city tow lot on a below-freezing night after her mother was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving.

Wisconsin Cases Of Acute Flaccid Myelitis Rise To 6

November 13, 2018 - 3:20pm

State health officials have confirmed more cases of acute flaccid myelitis, a rare disease that can cause weakness and sometimes paralysis in the arms and legs.

Assembly Democrats Pick Gordon Hintz As Minority Leader Again

November 13, 2018 - 2:45pm

Assembly Democrats have picked Gordon Hintz to lead them again this session.

State Lawmakers Approve Evers' Transition Budget

November 13, 2018 - 1:20pm

State lawmakers on Tuesday approved a roughly $95,000 transition budget to aid Gov.-elect Tony Evers as he prepares to take over the governor’s office in January.

More Than 16K Rides Taken On Milwaukee Streetcar During Opening Weekend

November 13, 2018 - 9:55am

During opening weekend, Milwaukee streetcar riders took 16,409 trips on its initial 2.1-mile downtown route.

Parent Who Took Controversial Baraboo Photo Says Shot Was Ill-Timed

November 13, 2018 - 9:15am

A parent who took a photo that shows about 60 Wisconsin high school boys giving what appears to be a Nazi salute says he simply asked the youths to wave goodbye to their parents and that he takes the blame for the timing of the shot.

UW-Stevens Point Proposes Humanities Degree Cuts, Aims To Focus On Careers

November 13, 2018 - 6:45am

A proposal from the chancellor of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point this week would cut six humanities majors and and aims to change the school to one that mixes liberal arts into career-minded majors. Our guest journalist joins us to offer the latest details on the plan and what next steps would look like.

What May Be Ahead For The So-Called Dark Store Loophole in Wisconsin?

November 13, 2018 - 6:30am

Sixty percent or more of Wisconsin voters approved a ballot measure in 23 counties, cities and villages encouraging lawmakers to close the so-called dark store loophole. We talk to the executive director of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities to get their reaction to the results and consider what might be ahead for this in the state.

Federal Government Announces New Physical Fitness Guidelines

November 13, 2018 - 6:00am

Less than a third of Americans meet physical fitness standards, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We talk with a Wisconsin wellness educator about new physical fitness guidelines and find out what people of all ages can do to start or improve our fitness routine.

Dairyland Power, Minnesota Power To Seek Permits For $700M Power Plant In Superior Early Next Year

November 13, 2018 - 7:55am

La Crosse-based Dairyland Power Cooperative and Minnesota Power held an open house in Superior Monday night about plans to build a $700 million natural gas facility along the Nemadji River.

Are Referenda Actually Good For Democracy?

November 13, 2018 - 7:00am

Referenda can be a way for voters to directly affect policy, like Floridians ’ decision to restore voting rights to citizens convicted of some felonies, or Nebraskans ’ vote to expand Medicaid coverage in their state. But much of the time, referenda aren’t actionable. Advisory referenda, like Wisconsin’s marijuana ballot...

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This Week In Washington - November 14, 2018

Should All States Be Like Wisconsin And Allow Same-Day Voter Registration?

How Will Environmental Policy Change Under Evers?

Wisconsin Lawmakers Decide On Leadership Positions In The Assembly

Check-In On Who Will Lead Democrats, Republicans In The U.S. House of Representatives

A Medical Perspective On Gun Violence

NRA Criticizes Doctors On Gun Control Stance, Physicians Push Back

Girl Spent Hours In Milwaukee Tow Lot After Mother's Arrest

Wisconsin Cases Of Acute Flaccid Myelitis Rise To 6

Assembly Democrats Pick Gordon Hintz As Minority Leader Again

State Lawmakers Approve Evers' Transition Budget

More Than 16K Rides Taken On Milwaukee Streetcar During Opening Weekend

Parent Who Took Controversial Baraboo Photo Says Shot Was Ill-Timed

UW-Stevens Point Proposes Humanities Degree Cuts, Aims To Focus On Careers

What May Be Ahead For The So-Called Dark Store Loophole in Wisconsin?

Federal Government Announces New Physical Fitness Guidelines

Dairyland Power, Minnesota Power To Seek Permits For $700M Power Plant In Superior Early Next Year

Are Referenda Actually Good For Democracy?

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