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Dairy Nonprofit Executives Earn Millions While Farmers Lose Out, According To Report

September 11, 2019 - 3:15pm

A recent piece from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel finds that executives from the Dairy Management Inc. earned millions while the farmers they were advocating for lost money or went out of business. We talk to the reporter of the piece to learn more.

How Marquette University's New Demonstration Rule Could Impact Speech On Campus

September 11, 2019 - 3:00pm

Marquette University recently faced criticism for new changes the administration made to the school's demonstration policy. Opponents said that it could hamper free speech on the campus. We talk to a higher education reporter about the policy and how the university has responded to criticism.

The Latest On Dorian Devastation And Recovery Efforts In The Bahamas

September 11, 2019 - 4:00pm

We talk to an organizer with a humanitarian organization assisting Hurricane Dorian recovery efforts on Grand Bahama island in the Bahamas.

This Week In Washington - September 11, 2019

September 11, 2019 - 3:30pm

John Bolton is out as National Security Advisor. We look back at his tenure in the White House. We also check up on moves in Congress on gun reform and immigration. And we discuss a new poll measuring the president's approval rating and the public's economic outlook.

In A Must-Win Situation, The Brewers Lose Star Christian Yelich

September 11, 2019 - 3:00pm

The recovery process is underway for Milwaukee Brewers star Christian Yelich. The 2018 National League MVP broke his right kneecap on a foul ball last night.

Wausau Foundations Propose Purchase Of Troubled Downtown Mall

September 11, 2019 - 2:45pm

A consortium of local foundations has proposed to buy Wausau's struggling downtown mall in order to stabilize and potentially transform it.

Lawmakers Propose 9/11 Memorial Highway Outside Kewaskum

September 11, 2019 - 11:05am

Part of a state highway outside of Kewaskum would be designated as a 9/11 memorial under a new proposal from GOP state lawmakers.

Democrat Introduces Bills To Pour Millions More Into CWD Fight

September 11, 2019 - 10:55am

Rep. Katrina Shankland is proposing a package of bills that would allocate millions of dollars to fight chronic wasting disease.

$75M In State Money Will Fund Multi-Modal Transportation Projects

September 11, 2019 - 10:30am

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced a $75 million grant program to fund transportation projects around the state last week. The funding will be split between local governments for one-time, multi-modal transportation projects ranging from road repairs to bicycle lanes and harbor projects.

ATV Routes Gaining Traction In Wisconsin

September 11, 2019 - 7:30am

Nearly 400,000 ATVs were registered in Wisconsin in 2017 and as a result more routes are being added across the state. As communities look to add new trails, we take a closer look at local ordinances and public concern surrounding them.

Superior Natural Gas Plant Faces Opposition

September 11, 2019 - 7:00am

A proposed $700 million natural gas plant in Superior is facing new opposition. A reporter explains why environmental groups and tribal communities want the project rejected by state regulators. Plus, we hear why utility companies believe its a bridge to clean energy.

Deaths Tied To People Running Red Lights At 10-Year High

September 11, 2019 - 6:25am

A new report is calling attention to a significant increase in the number of deaths related to drivers running red lights.

Administration Within UW System Grew While Faculty Numbers Declined

September 11, 2019 - 5:45am

The number of administrators on UW System campuses grew by 3.5 percent between 2014 and 2017. At the same time the number of faculty members declined by 7.7 percent.

Wisconsin Crops Continue To Lag Behind As Harvest Nears

September 11, 2019 - 5:05am

State crop specialists say delayed spring planting and cooler summer weather will likely mean lower soybean yields this year in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the state's corn crop is two weeks behind the five-year average.

State Attorneys General Launch Antitrust Probes Into Google And Facebook

September 10, 2019 - 4:30pm

Attorneys general outside US Supreme Court

48 state attorneys general are launching an antitrust investigation into Google, and a smaller group also plans to probe Facebook. We look into whether how the effort could affect big tech companies and how antitrust law could be used against them.

What The US Spy Extraction Story Says About The Country's Relations With Russia

September 10, 2019 - 4:15pm

Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin & US Pres. Donald Trump

The United States extracted a top-level Russian informant, according to a new story from CNN . The covert mission came allegedly came after concerns were raised about how President Trump handled classified information. We talk to an expert about the move and what it says about the role intelligence information plays in U.S.-Russian relations.

Wisconsin DOT Announces $75 Million Multimodal Transportation Grant Program

September 10, 2019 - 4:00pm

The Wisconsin Department of Transporation announced a new, $75 million grant project aimed at funding multimodal transportation projects throughout the state. We talk to a DOT official about the program and how it fits into the state's overall transportation goals.

Duluth Police Chief Says Investigation Into Synagogue Fire Ongoing

September 10, 2019 - 5:15pm

An investigation into a Duluth synagogue fire is ongoing. The more than century-old Adas Israel Congregation Synagogue burned down early Monday morning.

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Dairy Nonprofit Executives Earn Millions While Farmers Lose Out, According To Report

How Marquette University's New Demonstration Rule Could Impact Speech On Campus

The Latest On Dorian Devastation And Recovery Efforts In The Bahamas

This Week In Washington - September 11, 2019

In A Must-Win Situation, The Brewers Lose Star Christian Yelich

Wausau Foundations Propose Purchase Of Troubled Downtown Mall

Lawmakers Propose 9/11 Memorial Highway Outside Kewaskum

Democrat Introduces Bills To Pour Millions More Into CWD Fight

$75M In State Money Will Fund Multi-Modal Transportation Projects

ATV Routes Gaining Traction In Wisconsin

Superior Natural Gas Plant Faces Opposition

Deaths Tied To People Running Red Lights At 10-Year High

Administration Within UW System Grew While Faculty Numbers Declined

Wisconsin Crops Continue To Lag Behind As Harvest Nears

State Attorneys General Launch Antitrust Probes Into Google And Facebook

What The US Spy Extraction Story Says About The Country's Relations With Russia

Wisconsin DOT Announces $75 Million Multimodal Transportation Grant Program

Duluth Police Chief Says Investigation Into Synagogue Fire Ongoing

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