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Footage Of NBA Player Sterling Brown's Arrest Released By Milwaukee Police

May 23, 2018 - 6:10pm

The Milwaukee Police Department released body camera footage of Milwaukee NBA player Sterling Brown’s January arrest Wednesday evening.

Report: Wheel Taxes On The Rise In Wisconsin

May 23, 2018 - 4:00pm

Amid the ongoing debate over to how best to fund transportation needs in Wisconsin, local governments in recent years have found themselves relying more heavily on additional vehicle registration fees, or ‘wheel-taxes’ as they’re often known, to fund local roads. Wheel taxes aren’t necessarily a new thing in Wisconsin…but a new report says they haven’t been used all that often until recently. In 2011, only four communities in Wisconsin had the additional fee...but by the end of 2017, that number had risen to 27. Why? Our guest researcher looks at the rise of the wheel tax in Wisconsin, and whether or not this trend may continue in the coming years.

Dumped Dead Cattle In The Upper Midwest Are Having An Impact On Wolves

May 23, 2018 - 3:30pm

When it comes to issues facing farmers in Upper Midwest, people often think of wild weather or erratic milk prices. One thing not often thought about? The disposal of dead animals - more specifically, cows. There are laws and regulations that deal with the disposal of carcasses, but some farmers appear to be illegally dumping these cow carcasses...and that's having an impact of wolves in the area, and what they're eating. A wildlife researcher explains what he's been seeing in the area.

This Week In Washington - May 23, 2018

May 23, 2018 - 3:05pm

President Trump has put forth a nomination for the next head of the Veterans Affairs Administration. We discuss the surprise announcement. We also talk about the Democratic party's plan to focus on Washington corruption during this fall's midterms. Plus, our guest helps us break down the likelihood of a June...

Love It Or Hate It, Motorcycle Noise Is Back In Wisconsin

May 23, 2018 - 4:15pm

The roar of a motorcycle exhaust may bring out some strong feelings in you — and if so, you're not the only one.

DNR Board OKs Large Conservation Easement In Sawyer County

May 23, 2018 - 3:55pm

The Natural Resources Board okays Gov. Walker's fast-moving conservation easement plan for 21,000 acres in Northwest Wisconsin

Federal 'Right To Try' Bill Headed To President Trump

May 23, 2018 - 12:30pm

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson’s "right to try" legislation is on its way to President Donald Trump’s desk. The proposal would allow access to unapproved treatments for those with life-threatening illness.

Minnesota Passes Wisconsin In Total Jobs, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Reports

May 23, 2018 - 11:50am

Minnesota had more jobs than Wisconsin in 2017, marking the first time in recent history that it has passed its Midwest neighbor.

More Wisconsin Communities Turning To Wheel Taxes

May 23, 2018 - 10:45am

A new report shows more Wisconsin communities are imposing wheel taxes to help fund road repairs.

State Prison Head To Retire, Walker Announces Replacement

May 23, 2018 - 10:20am

Corrections Secretary Jon Litscher will retire next month, according to the Walker administration.

The Past Wholesale Destruction Of Bird Life Across The Midwest

May 23, 2018 - 6:05am

Over the course of just a few decades at the end of the 19th century, millions upon millions of birds were killed in a spree of hunting for food and feathers.

2 Wisconsin Cities Rank High On National List Of Local Park Systems

May 22, 2018 - 10:00pm

A national group that backs "livable communities" has released annual rankings for park systems in the nation's 100 largest cities, including Madison and Milwaukee.

Mining Company: 10M Gallons Of Water, Muck Spilled During Rescue At Frac Sand Facility

May 22, 2018 - 7:35pm

Hi-Crush Proppants CEO Scott Preston says 10 million gallons of water used to wash frac sand were drained from its facility in Whitehall in order to save a contractor who was submerged in a holding pond for two and half hours on Monday.

Drug Use By Workers At Highest Rate In A Decade

May 22, 2018 - 3:15pm

New data analyzing employee drug test results has been released by one of the largest medical labs in the country. Data shows that between 2016 and 2017 the nation has seen major increases in positive test results for cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana. WPR's health reporter tells us about what Wisconsin...

State Of Wisconsin, City Of Milwaukee Urge Trauma-Informed Care

May 22, 2018 - 4:20pm

"Trauma-Informed Care Day" in Wisconsin prompts medical experts, politicians and violence prevention advocates to speak up.

Wisconsin Activists Ask Candidates To Commit To Child Sexual Abuse Laws Reform

May 22, 2018 - 4:15pm

Some Wisconsin activists want political candidates to commit to reforming child sexual abuse laws this election season. Some candidates have already voiced their support for changes to the statute of limitations.

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Footage Of NBA Player Sterling Brown's Arrest Released By Milwaukee Police

Report: Wheel Taxes On The Rise In Wisconsin

Dumped Dead Cattle In The Upper Midwest Are Having An Impact On Wolves

This Week In Washington - May 23, 2018

Love It Or Hate It, Motorcycle Noise Is Back In Wisconsin

DNR Board OKs Large Conservation Easement In Sawyer County

Federal 'Right To Try' Bill Headed To President Trump

Minnesota Passes Wisconsin In Total Jobs, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Reports

More Wisconsin Communities Turning To Wheel Taxes

State Prison Head To Retire, Walker Announces Replacement

The Past Wholesale Destruction Of Bird Life Across The Midwest

2 Wisconsin Cities Rank High On National List Of Local Park Systems

Mining Company: 10M Gallons Of Water, Muck Spilled During Rescue At Frac Sand Facility

Drug Use By Workers At Highest Rate In A Decade

State Of Wisconsin, City Of Milwaukee Urge Trauma-Informed Care

Wisconsin Activists Ask Candidates To Commit To Child Sexual Abuse Laws Reform

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