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Wisconsin's largest business group threatens to sue DNR over proposed water pollution rule

June 1, 2023 - 3:30pm

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce has threatened to sue the Department of Natural Resources over its proposed rule limiting surface water pollution, claiming it will exceed the maximum cost permitted by law. We're joined by an expert to discuss the proposed new rule and potential litigation over it.

Roundup of world news

June 1, 2023 - 7:30am

Wisconsin Public Radio will soon broadcast "The World" — a daily global news show produced by WGBH in Boston and PRX. We will talk with host Marco Werman about recent segments, including the war in Ukraine and the election in Turkey. Tune in to "The World" at 2 pm Monday through Thursday starting on June 5.

Local, state leaders call on Master Lock to reverse decision to close Milwaukee plant

May 31, 2023 - 5:50pm

Labor leaders and local and state officials called on Master Lock to stay in Milwaukee during a rally Wednesday outside the plant.

'Everyone has abilities': Statewide program provides internships to 200 Wisconsinites with disabilities

May 31, 2023 - 5:30pm

An event in Green Bay Wednesday highlighted efforts around the state to help Wisconsinites with disabilities find jobs.

Can Congress pass the deal to raise the debt ceiling?

May 31, 2023 - 3:30pm

President Joe Biden meets with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of Calif., to discuss the debt limit in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, May 22, 2023, in Washington

We get the latest on the deal to raise the national debt limit, what's in it, and its progress through Congress.

Hiking around Wisconsin

May 31, 2023 - 3:00pm

Hikers will be hitting the Ice Age Trail this weekend for the Mammoth March, a national long-distance trail event coming to Wisconsin for the first time. Mammoth March's founder discusses the details. Then, Wisconsin's own travel writer Kevin Revolinski talks about what top trails hikers should visit this summer.

Legislation would spell out punishments, protocol for sexual misconduct investigations at Wisconsin National Guard

May 31, 2023 - 3:40pm

Four years after the Wisconsin National Guard was the subject of a federal investigation into how it handles allegations of sexual misconduct, state lawmakers are moving forward with a package of bills they say will strengthen those processes.

DPI says Mellen schools aren't meeting standards on cultural diversity, Wisconsin tribes

May 31, 2023 - 11:15am

The Department of Public Instruction has found the Mellen School District isn’t meeting state standards for teaching about cultural diversity and Wisconsin tribes, but the district’s superintendent disputes those findings.

'They feel like if they stay, they're not going to survive': Wisconsin organizations try to meet needs of asylum seekers

May 31, 2023 - 10:10am

One Wisconsin group that provides services to immigrants says it’s seen an increase in asylum cases since the end of Title 42 earlier this month. Another organization says it was already seeing elevated cases and hasn't seen a noticeable uptick since the pandemic-era policy expired.

WPR reporter Joe Schulz discusses recent stories in Green Bay

May 31, 2023 - 7:30am

The onstage video screens display "The Pick Is In" for the Green Bay Packers during the 2023 NFL Draft

Based in Green Bay, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter Joe Schulz unearths stories of regional and statewide interest. We catch up with several of his recent reports on housing, health care, the Green Bay Packers and more.

New director of Port Milwaukee shares economic update

May 31, 2023 - 7:00am

Milwaukee native Jackie Carter is the first woman and the first person of color to lead Port Milwaukee. She joins the program to discuss her work and goals for one of Wisconsin’s key arteries of commerce.

Wisconsin DNR warns of turtle road crossings during nesting season

May 31, 2023 - 6:25am

With road mortality a leading cause of death for turtles in Wisconsin, the state Department of Natural Resources is urging the public to keep an eye out for the animals crossing the road this summer.

Amid efforts to curb binge drinking in Wisconsin, large study quashes purported health benefits of alcohol

May 31, 2023 - 5:00am

A review of more than 100 studies pours cold water on the fable that alcohol consumption might offer long-term health benefits.

Wisconsin Republicans push bills they say would clarify state's abortion ban

May 30, 2023 - 5:55pm

A group of Republican lawmakers is introducing a package of bills they say would clarify the state's abortion ban and support the needs of pregnant people.

Milwaukee initiative hopes to get kids off the streets, into programs during summer months

May 30, 2023 - 4:50pm

Milwaukee leaders are urging the city's youth to participate in programs and events offered by several organizations and groups this summer as part of the "Safer City MKE" initiative.

Sexual misconduct against students would be a felony under bipartisan Wisconsin bill

May 30, 2023 - 1:30pm

A bipartisan bill introduced in the Wisconsin state Legislature would make sexual misconduct against students a felony.

Sick of junk mail? Wisconsin consumer protection official explains what to do

May 30, 2023 - 1:25pm

Michelle Reinen, a top official at the state’s consumer protection agency, joined WPR’s "The Morning Show" to explain why people receive junk mail and what they can do about it.

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Wisconsin's largest business group threatens to sue DNR over proposed water pollution rule

Roundup of world news

Local, state leaders call on Master Lock to reverse decision to close Milwaukee plant

'Everyone has abilities': Statewide program provides internships to 200 Wisconsinites with disabilities

Can Congress pass the deal to raise the debt ceiling?

Hiking around Wisconsin

Legislation would spell out punishments, protocol for sexual misconduct investigations at Wisconsin National Guard

DPI says Mellen schools aren't meeting standards on cultural diversity, Wisconsin tribes

'They feel like if they stay, they're not going to survive': Wisconsin organizations try to meet needs of asylum seekers

WPR reporter Joe Schulz discusses recent stories in Green Bay

New director of Port Milwaukee shares economic update

Wisconsin DNR warns of turtle road crossings during nesting season

Amid efforts to curb binge drinking in Wisconsin, large study quashes purported health benefits of alcohol

Wisconsin Republicans push bills they say would clarify state's abortion ban

Milwaukee initiative hopes to get kids off the streets, into programs during summer months

Sexual misconduct against students would be a felony under bipartisan Wisconsin bill

Sick of junk mail? Wisconsin consumer protection official explains what to do

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