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Defending Unpopular National Policies

November 12, 2019 - 3:00pm

We talk to a Bloomberg columnist and former finance professor about policies -- such as rejoining the Trans-Pacific Partnership and increasing H-1B visas -- he says the U.S. should enact or return to, despite their controversy or unpopularity.

Milwaukee Students, Nonprofits Rally To Defend DACA

November 12, 2019 - 2:40pm

As the United States Supreme Court took up President Donald Trump’s appeal to end the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program on Tuesday, Milwaukee immigration advocates and students gathered to rally support for those living in the country without legal permission.

Governor And Democratic Legislators Tackle Discrimination In Wisconsin

November 12, 2019 - 1:35pm

The poverty rate for black Wisconsinites is three to four times that of white residents. Gov. Tony Evers and his allies in the state Legislature want to change that with a new executive order and bill.

Creating A Safe And Inclusive Environment For All Students

November 12, 2019 - 6:30am

High school students working together at a classroom table.

The 2019 Teacher of the Year earned her title after creating a safe and welcoming environment for the students in her building. After learning from other teachers in different states and advocating for equal opportunities for all students, she joins us to talk about her experiences.

Creative Safe and Inclusive Environments for All Students

November 12, 2019 - 6:30am

The 2019 High School Teacher of the Year earned her title after creating a safe and welcoming environment for the students in her building. After learning from other teachers in different states and advocating for equal opportunities for all students, she joins us to talk about her experiences.

School Report Cards Show Most Wisconsin Schools, Districts Meet Expectations

November 12, 2019 - 8:20am

Most Wisconsin schools and districts are meeting expectations based on newly released school report cards from the state Department of Public Instruction.

Cold Blast Keeps Wisconsin Temperatures In Single Digits

November 12, 2019 - 8:05am

An icy air mass moving through Wisconsin is keeping temperatures in the single digits with additional snow forecast for parts of the state

State Senate Passes Drunk Driving Bills

November 12, 2019 - 6:00am

Last week, the state Senate passed two bills to strengthen drunk driving laws in Wisconsin. A Republican state representative joins the show to explain the bills, including one that requires first time offenders to appear in court.

Lafayette County Officials Drop Plans To Prosecute Journalists, But Threaten Officials Who Speak Out About Water Quality

November 12, 2019 - 7:50am

Lafayette County officials modified and passed a resolution Tuesday morning that originally called for prosecuting journalists who edit an upcoming news release on a regional water quality study.

Former Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch

November 12, 2019 - 7:00am

Former Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin Rebecca Kleefisch joins the show to discuss her work on women’s suffrage in Washington and what she plans on doing upon her return to Wisconsin.

Despite Falling Numbers, Wisconsin Turkey Producers Report Strong Local Demand

November 12, 2019 - 6:15am

With many small turkey producers, Wisconsin specialists say demand for locally-raised birds continues to drive industry.

As Snow Falls, Some Counties Have Already Exhausted Winter Plowing Budgets

November 12, 2019 - 5:40am

As winter continues to take hold of Wisconsin, some county highway departments have already exhausted their winter snowplowing budgets.

More Black-Necked Stilts Found Nesting At Horicon Marsh

November 11, 2019 - 4:20pm

An increasing number of Black-necked Stilts are nesting in the Horicon Marsh. We talk to a DNR conservation biologist about the causes behind their growth and what it means for the surrounding ecosystem.

IRS Allowed Tax Prep Industry To Write Rules On Free Filing

November 11, 2019 - 3:45pm

New investigative reporting shows that the Internal Revenue Service allowed the tax preparation industry to have major influence over the rules for free tax filing. We learn about the industry's influence, and attempts from the IRS to keep relevant documents from the public.

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Defending Unpopular National Policies

Milwaukee Students, Nonprofits Rally To Defend DACA

Governor And Democratic Legislators Tackle Discrimination In Wisconsin

Creating A Safe And Inclusive Environment For All Students

Creative Safe and Inclusive Environments for All Students

School Report Cards Show Most Wisconsin Schools, Districts Meet Expectations

Cold Blast Keeps Wisconsin Temperatures In Single Digits

State Senate Passes Drunk Driving Bills

Lafayette County Officials Drop Plans To Prosecute Journalists, But Threaten Officials Who Speak Out About Water Quality

Former Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch

Despite Falling Numbers, Wisconsin Turkey Producers Report Strong Local Demand

As Snow Falls, Some Counties Have Already Exhausted Winter Plowing Budgets

More Black-Necked Stilts Found Nesting At Horicon Marsh

IRS Allowed Tax Prep Industry To Write Rules On Free Filing

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