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Broad stripes and bright stars are defining features of the American flag, but there’s more to this iconic symbol. Our guest explains our nation's history and its link to the American flag. Plus, we explore other historic flags and their meanings.

Holiday Travel Gets A Boost From Wisconsin Economy

July 4, 2019 - 6:20am

Wisconsin roads are likely see heavy traffic over the Fourth of July holiday. AAA-Wisconsin projects 936,000 people will travel at least 50 miles on state roads over the holiday weekend, with the highest levels of traffic Wednesday night and Sunday.

Survey: Wisconsin Farmers Receiving Smaller Share Of Dollars Spent On Fourth Of July Picnics

July 4, 2019 - 6:00am

An annual survey of grocery store prices shows the cost of a Fourth of July picnic in Wisconsin is slightly higher than in 2018, but the Wisconsin Farm Bureau report estimates the state's farmers are likely receiving a smaller share of those dollars.

UW Study: Irrigated Farms In Central Sands Region Linked To Cooler Temperatures

July 4, 2019 - 5:40am

A new study on the irrigated farms of Wisconsin’s central sands region is suggesting that something farmers in the drier climates of the West have known for a long time is also true in the Midwest: irrigated farms cool regional climate.

This Week In Washington - July 3, 2019

July 3, 2019 - 3:30pm

Democratic lawmakers visited migrant detention facilities near the southern border this week. They're calling for changes to what they see as inhumane conditions. We hear more about the response. We also talk about a new lawsuit to obtain President Trump's tax returns, and other top political news.

State Senate Leader Fitzgerald Opposes Medical Marijuana Legislation

July 3, 2019 - 4:05pm

Wisconsin's Republican legislative leaders disagree on whether medical marijuana should be legalized in the state.

Wisconsin DNR Searching For Sick Snakes

July 3, 2019 - 3:45pm

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources scientists are searching for sick snakes.

School Groups Have Mixed Praise For New State Budget

July 3, 2019 - 2:00pm

The state budget's funding increases for K-12 education — made through Gov. Tony Evers' partial veto power — are being met with a mixed reaction elsewhere.

Gov. Tony Evers Uses Veto Pen To Increase School Spending By $65M In State Budget

July 3, 2019 - 11:15am

Gov. Tony Evers used his veto pen Wednesday to boost K-12 education funding in Wisconsin by about $65 million in the next two-year state budget.

Amid Looming Deadline, An Update On The State Budget

July 3, 2019 - 8:30am

Wisconsin’s two-year state budget has passed both chambers of the Legislature, so it is now on Governor Evers’ desk awaiting a signature, vetoes, or a combination of the two. WPR’s State Capitol Reporter brings us up to speed on the latest news amid a looming deadline.

Superior City Council Overrides Mayor's Veto, Censures Councilor

July 3, 2019 - 8:30am

The Superior City Council overturned the mayor’s veto of a vote to censure one of its members on Tuesday night.

Strong Storms Cause Damage, Power Outages In Southeast Wisconsin

July 3, 2019 - 6:30am

A powerful thunderstorm knocked out power to thousands, uprooted trees and scattered branches in southeastern Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Ginseng Growers Hope China Truce Winds Down Trade War

July 3, 2019 - 6:05am

Wisconsin's ginseng growers say it's good news that the U.S. will freeze tariffs and reopen new trade talks with China, but it's too soon to say what the impact on Wisconsin's economy will be.

Medicaid Budget Differences Draw Attention To Nursing Home Funding

July 3, 2019 - 5:25am

Different positions on Medicaid funding in Wisconsin's next budget highlight the complexities in funding nursing homes.

New Bill Aims To Create Public Funding For Renewable Energy

July 2, 2019 - 3:30pm

Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers are encouraging the state to commit to renewable energy with a bill that would create public funding for it. We're joined by Rep. Katrina Shankland, who sponsored the bill, to discuss the future of renewable energy in the Wisconsin.

The Future Of Redistricting

July 2, 2019 - 3:00pm

The U.S. Supreme Court last week decided gerrymandering was an issue best left to state governments to handle. After that was handed down, a group of Democratic voters dropped a Wisconsin gerrymandering lawsuit. After these developments, we discuss the future of redistricting.

VA Leadership, Sen. Tammy Baldwin Praise Tomah VA For Alternative Pain Treatments

July 2, 2019 - 4:55pm

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs secretary says the Tomah VA Medical Center’s new approach to treating pain is changing practices across the VA system.

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Holiday Travel Gets A Boost From Wisconsin Economy

Survey: Wisconsin Farmers Receiving Smaller Share Of Dollars Spent On Fourth Of July Picnics

UW Study: Irrigated Farms In Central Sands Region Linked To Cooler Temperatures

This Week In Washington - July 3, 2019

State Senate Leader Fitzgerald Opposes Medical Marijuana Legislation

Wisconsin DNR Searching For Sick Snakes

School Groups Have Mixed Praise For New State Budget

Gov. Tony Evers Uses Veto Pen To Increase School Spending By $65M In State Budget

Amid Looming Deadline, An Update On The State Budget

Superior City Council Overrides Mayor's Veto, Censures Councilor

Strong Storms Cause Damage, Power Outages In Southeast Wisconsin

Wisconsin Ginseng Growers Hope China Truce Winds Down Trade War

Medicaid Budget Differences Draw Attention To Nursing Home Funding

New Bill Aims To Create Public Funding For Renewable Energy

The Future Of Redistricting

VA Leadership, Sen. Tammy Baldwin Praise Tomah VA For Alternative Pain Treatments

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