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Trempealeau County Frac Sand Mine Shuts Down Operations

August 14, 2019 - 5:25am

Hi-Crush Proppants announced this week that it will close a mining and processing operation in the city of Whitehall due to "decreased profitability." Between 35 and 40 employees will be laid off as a result.

Wisconsin Farmer Groups Agree With Evers' Calls To End US-China Trade War

August 13, 2019 - 5:05pm

Several Wisconsin farmer groups say they agree with Gov. Tony Evers' call for the Trump administration to end the country's trade war with China.

New Report Finds Foxconn Deal Could Be Costly For Wisconsin

August 13, 2019 - 3:00pm

A new assessment from the non-partisan W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research finds that the state's deal with Taiwan-based electronics manufacturer Foxconn may not be as lucrative for Wisconsin. We'll talk to the author of the report and what it could mean for Wisconsin moving forward.

GOP Senate Leader: 'I Don’t Have The Answer' On Preventing Mass Shootings

August 13, 2019 - 4:40pm

The Republican leader of the state Senate said Tuesday he doesn’t know how states can curb mass shootings and downplayed the chances of two proposals from Wisconsin Democrats aimed at doing so.

State Elections Commission Scales Back Plan On Secure Computers

August 13, 2019 - 3:15pm

The state Elections Commission has scaled back a plan to loan local clerks secure computers.

Evers Tells Wisconsin Business Leaders To Welcome Diverse Workers

August 13, 2019 - 2:40pm

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is telling the state's business leaders to embrace diversity and make all people feel welcome in order to help deal with worker shortages and an aging population.

Wisconsin Republicans Push Mental Health Bills

August 13, 2019 - 1:00pm

Wisconsin Republican lawmakers are circulating a package of bills designed to improve access to mental health services in the state.

State Seeking Security Upgrades Before 2020 Elections

August 13, 2019 - 7:00am

The head of Wisconsin’s election agency discusses efforts to improve cybersecurity amid continued warnings of foreign interference in American elections.

Port Milwaukee Pursuing Formal Partnership With Quebec

August 13, 2019 - 5:45am

Milwaukee's port is pursuing a partnership with the Quebec government in hopes of growing international trade for Wisconsin.

Evers Asks Trump To End Trade Wars To Save Farmers

August 12, 2019 - 3:05pm

Gov. Tony Evers is urging President Donald Trump to end his trade war with China because it's hurting Wisconsin farmers.

Evers: Transportation Grants Will Be Distributed Fairly To Urban, Rural Communities

August 12, 2019 - 2:05pm

Gov. Tony Evers says a newly created $75 million transportation grant funding program will be administered fairly to all parts of state.

New Study Finds Asian Carp Could Survive Throughout Lake Michigan

August 12, 2019 - 1:50pm

New research from the University of Michigan finds that Asian carp could become more widely established in Lake Michigan if the invasive fish is introduced into the Great Lakes.

BNSF Railway, Local First Responders Practice Response To Train Derailment On Mississippi River

August 12, 2019 - 10:30am

BNSF Railway hosted the recent training for around 50 first responders, emergency managers and railway personnel to practice responding to a train derailment on the Mississippi River.

Judge Turns Down Steven Avery's Request For New Trial

August 12, 2019 - 9:35am

Judge Angela Sutkiewicz on Thursday denied Steven Avery's request in the 2005 killing of photographer Teresa Halbach.

Goats Becoming More Common In Nation's Dairy State

August 12, 2019 - 6:15am

Dairy goats at LaClare Farms in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is the nation’s leader in dairy goats, and these animals are becoming even more common. Federal authorities estimate the state saw a 7 percent increase in dairy goats over the past year. We talk about this growing sector of Wisconsin’s farm economy.

Trump Administration Proposes To Import Prescription Drugs from Canada

August 12, 2019 - 6:00am

A new Trump administration proposal would allow states, along with pharmacies and wholesalers, to import prescription drugs from Canada in an attempt to lower costs. WPR’s health reporter joins us to discuss how the plan would work, and what we know about similar past efforts in the past.

State Capitol Report: News Roundup

August 12, 2019 - 7:30am

We take a look at the latest stories from the state capitol, including the pending confirmation of Department of Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson, the latest lame-duck lawsuit, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes’ incorrect claim that he graduated from Alabama A&M University, and more.

State Capitol Report: Lawmaker Discusses Red-Flag Laws, Raising Legal Tobacco Age and more

August 12, 2019 - 7:00am

President Donald Trump recently announced support of so-called red flag laws, which allows for the removal of firearms from certain individuals. A Wisconsin representative joins the show to share her perspective. Plus, we follow her latest bills including a push to raise the legal age for tobacco use to 21.

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Trempealeau County Frac Sand Mine Shuts Down Operations

Wisconsin Farmer Groups Agree With Evers' Calls To End US-China Trade War

New Report Finds Foxconn Deal Could Be Costly For Wisconsin

GOP Senate Leader: 'I Don’t Have The Answer' On Preventing Mass Shootings

State Elections Commission Scales Back Plan On Secure Computers

Evers Tells Wisconsin Business Leaders To Welcome Diverse Workers

Wisconsin Republicans Push Mental Health Bills

State Seeking Security Upgrades Before 2020 Elections

Port Milwaukee Pursuing Formal Partnership With Quebec

Evers Asks Trump To End Trade Wars To Save Farmers

Evers: Transportation Grants Will Be Distributed Fairly To Urban, Rural Communities

New Study Finds Asian Carp Could Survive Throughout Lake Michigan

BNSF Railway, Local First Responders Practice Response To Train Derailment On Mississippi River

Judge Turns Down Steven Avery's Request For New Trial

Goats Becoming More Common In Nation's Dairy State

Trump Administration Proposes To Import Prescription Drugs from Canada

State Capitol Report: News Roundup

State Capitol Report: Lawmaker Discusses Red-Flag Laws, Raising Legal Tobacco Age and more

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