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Evers offers clemency for doctors prosecuted for performing abortions in Wisconsin

June 25, 2022 - 9:20pm

Gov. Tony Evers says he will offer clemency to doctors prosecuted for performing abortions in Wisconsin. The statement came during the Wisconsin Democratic Party convention, in which Evers warned Democrats to hold the line against Republican candidates "running a scorched earth campaign to divide our state."

Wisconsin doctors scramble to understand abortion care post Roe v. Wade

June 25, 2022 - 7:00am

Wisconsin reproductive health care providers say a 19th-century ban on abortions in Wisconsin will make it more difficult to connect patients to abortion care.

'This is an everyone issue': 1K abortion rights supporters rally in Madison

June 24, 2022 - 8:45pm

Hours after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade, essentially ending legal abortion in Wisconsin, about 1,000 people gathered in Madison in support of abortion rights. The protest, organized by Madison Socialist Feminist Collective, took place on the steps of the state Capitol.

Unpacking the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v Wade

June 24, 2022 - 4:00pm

Abortion-rights protesters regroup and protest following Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade

We get reaction and analysis, and responses from listeners, to the Supreme Court's landmark decision today to revoke Americans' Constitutional right to an abortion.

Relationship between climate change and severe weather; How to prepare for the summer's severe weather

June 24, 2022 - 3:00pm

First, we look at the connection between climate change and severe weather events. Then, we talk with a representative from Wisconsin Emergency Management about how to stay safe.

Evers, Johnson, other top politicians speak out on Supreme Court abortion ruling

June 24, 2022 - 11:15am

In the wake of a Supreme Court ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, Wisconsin's congressional delegation and contenders for the state’s top elected positions offered a wide range of reactions Friday.

No Wisconsin clinics are providing abortions as of Friday after SCOTUS struck down Roe v. Wade

June 24, 2022 - 9:30am

Nearly 70 abortion procedures with Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin scheduled for Friday and Saturday had to be canceled, according to the agency's medical director. The group helped patients book appointments in nearby states where the procedure remains legal.

Roe v. Wade has been overturned. We want to hear your questions about what that means for abortion access and reproductive rights.

June 24, 2022 - 9:15am

Read full article: Roe v. Wade has been overturned. We want to hear your questions about what that means for abortion access and reproductive rights.

WHYsconsin wants to hear from you: What questions or concerns do you have about the future of abortion access and reproductive rights in a post-Roe v. Wade world? What questions do you have about the future of abortion access and reproductive rights? Who do you want to hear from —...

Children's Wisconsin pediatrician fields questions COVID vaccines for kids

June 24, 2022 - 7:30am

A father holds his young son as he receives a shot in his leg.

Children under 5-years-old are getting their first approved doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. We talk with a Wisconsin pediatrician about the vaccines, their rollout and what that means for kids.

TRAP Therapy in Milwaukee uses hip-hop, R&B to expand access to mental health care

June 24, 2022 - 7:05am

Milwaukee-based social worker Tarsha Wiggins wants the music from her TRAP Therapy sessions to change lives by using hip-hop, R&B and electronic dance music to expand who is accessing mental health care.

Top Democratic Senate primary candidates call for ending filibuster, expanding health care in virtual forum

June 24, 2022 - 6:00am

Frontrunning candidates in August’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate made their cases for running against incumbent U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson as they discussed their views on antisemitism, voting rights and other key topics in a virtual forum Thursday.

Pilot program allowing 18-year-old long-haul truck drivers could boost industry

June 23, 2022 - 2:30pm

A Wisconsin trucking CEO said a new program permitting 18-year-olds to travel across state lines may help boost his company's apprenticeship opportunities.

Utilities say Wisconsin coal plants will operate longer due to COVID-19 supply constraints

June 23, 2022 - 10:45am

Several Wisconsin coal plants will remain online years longer after two of the state’s largest utilities announced Thursday that COVID-19 supply constraints have delayed plans to transition away from fossil fuels in their power mix.

Head of Schneider on sustainability, labor and the supply chain

June 23, 2022 - 7:30am

A Schneider truck drives on Highway 41 in Wisconsin

Schneider is an over $5 billion shipping logistics corporation that travels over 9 million freight miles every day. We talk with the Green Bay company’s CEO about the challenges of the shipping industry and the future of the organization.

Fish researcher suggests shift in walleye conservation efforts in light of climate change

June 23, 2022 - 7:00am

As climate change continues to alter Wisconsin’s waters, some scientists are rethinking how we preserve and bolster cold water fish like walleye. A research fish biologist tells us how she believes fisheries should change their approach to conservation.

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Evers offers clemency for doctors prosecuted for performing abortions in Wisconsin

Wisconsin doctors scramble to understand abortion care post Roe v. Wade

'This is an everyone issue': 1K abortion rights supporters rally in Madison

Unpacking the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v Wade

Relationship between climate change and severe weather; How to prepare for the summer's severe weather

Evers, Johnson, other top politicians speak out on Supreme Court abortion ruling

No Wisconsin clinics are providing abortions as of Friday after SCOTUS struck down Roe v. Wade

Roe v. Wade has been overturned. We want to hear your questions about what that means for abortion access and reproductive rights.

Children's Wisconsin pediatrician fields questions COVID vaccines for kids

TRAP Therapy in Milwaukee uses hip-hop, R&B to expand access to mental health care

Top Democratic Senate primary candidates call for ending filibuster, expanding health care in virtual forum

Pilot program allowing 18-year-old long-haul truck drivers could boost industry

Utilities say Wisconsin coal plants will operate longer due to COVID-19 supply constraints

Head of Schneider on sustainability, labor and the supply chain

Fish researcher suggests shift in walleye conservation efforts in light of climate change

Wisconsin goes to Washington: 2 student projects showcased at Smithsonian museums

Wisconsin limits doe tags in northern counties as hunters raise fears of overharvesting on public lands

Photos: Wisconsin's youngest residents get their first COVID-19 shots

What to know about the Covid vaccine for kids under 5

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