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Madison Leaders Brace For Verdict In Derek Chauvin Trial

April 19, 2021 - 4:45pm

As attorneys made their closing arguments Monday in Derek Chauvin's trial for the murder of George Floyd, Madison law enforcement and local leaders said they are preparing for potential protests after the verdict.

State Officials Continue Efforts To Track PFAS Contamination

April 19, 2021 - 4:00pm

Wisconsin's top health official is emphasizing the importance of addressing contamination from PFAS chemicals and their effects on residents' health.

Harley-Davidson Says EU Tariff Ruling Threatens European Sales

April 19, 2021 - 2:50pm

Harley-Davidson is pledging to appeal a decision by the European Union that would impose massive new tariffs on its motorcycles.

373 New COVID-19 Cases, 1 New Death Reported Monday

April 19, 2021 - 2:05pm

There were 373 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Monday, according to the state Department of Health Services. There was one new death.

Suspect Identified In Deadly Somers Shooting

April 19, 2021 - 12:30pm

Police have released the name of the person suspected of killing three people at a Kenosha-area bar Sunday morning. Rakayo Alandis Vinson, 24, has been arrested on one count of intentional homicide.

Evers, Foxconn Reach New Agreement Lowering Burden On Taxpayers

April 19, 2021 - 8:10am

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. is expected to approve the new deal Tuesday.

Republican Law Professor Ryan Owens Enters Wisconsin Attorney General Race

April 19, 2021 - 7:50am

UW-Madison law professor Ryan Owens announced Monday he's entering the attorney general race to unseat Democratic incumbent Josh Kaul.

Food Plant Worker Sues Employer After Contracting COVID-19

April 19, 2021 - 7:40am

A food plant employee is suing his Walworth County employer alleging he contracted the coronavirus at work and infected his wife who died from the disease.

Holocaust Education And Efforts To Eliminate Abortion Restrictions

April 19, 2021 - 7:30am

Children being liberated from Buchenwald in 1945

Almost a quarter of millennials have never heard of the Holocaust. We talk to the sponsor of a new law that will require schools to incorporate lessons about the Holocaust and other genocides into the curriculum. And we hear about her efforts to eliminate some abortion restrictions.

State Senate Approves GOP Stimulus Spending Plan

April 19, 2021 - 7:00am

After back-and-forth tensions between GOP lawmakers and the governor, Republicans in the State Senate outlined their plans for the federal stimulus money. A WPR political reporter breaks down that debate as well as other bills up for consideration this session.

Proposal To Bottle, Sell Water From Well Near Lake Superior Highlights Fears Over Water Diversions

April 19, 2021 - 6:40am

A northern Wisconsin couple planned to bottle and sell water from a well on their land near Lake Superior, but the proposal was shot down after many residents voiced fears those plans would harm the area watershed.

Madison Golf Tournament Plans To Host Thousands Of Fans As Area Prepares For Return Of Big Events

April 19, 2021 - 5:10am

The American Family Insurance Championship will return to Madison this summer. The University of Wisconsin-Madison, which oversees University Ridge Golf Course, approved a safety plan.

Access To 4K Remains High In Wisconsin, But Pandemic Hit Enrollment Hard

April 19, 2021 - 5:00am

Wisconsin enrolls the majority of eligible kids in 4K, but lags in 3K — and early numbers from this school year indicate far fewer kids attended preschool because of the pandemic.

DHS Reports 518 New COVID-19 Cases

April 18, 2021 - 2:05pm

There were 518 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin Sunday, according to the state Department of Health Services.

Suspect In Custody In Kenosha-Area Bar Shooting That Killed 3

April 18, 2021 - 6:30am

Three people are dead and three were seriously injured after a shooting at a college bar in Kenosha early Sunday.

Wood From Forest Products Laboratory In Madison Used For US Capitol Repairs

April 17, 2021 - 1:00pm

Workers repairing damage to the U.S. Capitol during January's riot are using priceless wood that spent decades sitting in a Madison laboratory.

US Rep. Moore Hopeful Biden's Infrastructure Plan Will Help Solve Milwaukee's Lead Pipe Problem

April 17, 2021 - 8:25am

One component of the American Jobs Plan focuses on replacing all lead pipes and services lines that deliver drinking water to communities. U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, said there are about 70,000 lead pipes that need to be replaced in Milwaukee, and they've been replaced at a rate of about 1,000 each...

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Madison Leaders Brace For Verdict In Derek Chauvin Trial

State Officials Continue Efforts To Track PFAS Contamination

Harley-Davidson Says EU Tariff Ruling Threatens European Sales

373 New COVID-19 Cases, 1 New Death Reported Monday

Suspect Identified In Deadly Somers Shooting

Evers, Foxconn Reach New Agreement Lowering Burden On Taxpayers

Republican Law Professor Ryan Owens Enters Wisconsin Attorney General Race

Food Plant Worker Sues Employer After Contracting COVID-19

Holocaust Education And Efforts To Eliminate Abortion Restrictions

State Senate Approves GOP Stimulus Spending Plan

Proposal To Bottle, Sell Water From Well Near Lake Superior Highlights Fears Over Water Diversions

Madison Golf Tournament Plans To Host Thousands Of Fans As Area Prepares For Return Of Big Events

Access To 4K Remains High In Wisconsin, But Pandemic Hit Enrollment Hard

DHS Reports 518 New COVID-19 Cases

Suspect In Custody In Kenosha-Area Bar Shooting That Killed 3

Wood From Forest Products Laboratory In Madison Used For US Capitol Repairs

US Rep. Moore Hopeful Biden's Infrastructure Plan Will Help Solve Milwaukee's Lead Pipe Problem

DHS: Johnson & Johnson Pause Will Continue Until Federal Recommendation Is Made

What The Data Shows About Race And Traffic Stops

Number Of ER, Doctor Visits For Distressed Teens In Wisconsin Is High Compared To Other States

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