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Bucks Approaching Team Win-Streak Record

December 17, 2019 - 7:00am

The Milwaukee Bucks are one of the hottest teams in the country right now, leading the NBA’s Eastern Conference. On Thursday, the team could match its 1971 win-streak record by beating the league’s Western Conference leader, the Los Angeles Lakers. We preview the big game and discuss the season so far.

Wisconsin Home Sales See Slight Drop In November

December 17, 2019 - 6:00am

Wisconsin home sales in 2019 continue to narrowly trail those of last year.

Russian Internet Trolls Promote Positivity To Grow Their Following

December 16, 2019 - 3:30pm

Photo of an iPhone with social media apps

Russian internet "trolls" have worked for years to deepen the divisions in American society. Surprisingly, uplifting social media posts are key to their efforts. We talk with two researchers about how positivity figures into campaigns from Russia and other countries to promote instability.

'The Afghanistan Papers' Show Senior US Officials Misled Public About Progress, Chances Of Success In War With Afghanistan

December 16, 2019 - 3:00pm

We talk to the reporter behind the investigation into what are being called "The Afghanistan Papers," thousands of previously secret documents showing senior U.S. officials misled, and in some cases lied to, the American public about progress in the war in Afghanistan.

Evers Wants Homeless Funding Released

December 16, 2019 - 4:30pm

Democratic Gov. Tony Evers is calling the Legislature’s budget writing committee to meet this week on homeless funding. In a rarely used move, Evers sent a letter to the Republican co-chairs of the Joint Finance Committee asking them to convene.

Foxconn Says It Can't Find Enough Workers For Wisconsin Project

December 16, 2019 - 3:45pm

Alan Yeung, Foxconn's director of U.S. Strategic Initiatives, said the company has traveled across the country, "from North Carolina, to Illinois, to Michigan, to Ohio and Kentucky" to attract talent to Wisconsin, but it has fallen short.

Elections Panel Split On Next Steps After Voter Purge Ruling

December 16, 2019 - 1:35pm

The Wisconsin Elections Commission deadlocked Monday on how to address a judge's ruling ordering the state to remove up to 234,000 people from the voting rolls. The case is being closely watched because of Wisconsin's potentially pivotal role in the 2020 election.

Arsenic Levels At Bankrupt Frac Sand Mine 7 Times Higher Than State Cleanup Standards

December 16, 2019 - 10:00am

The DNR has informed Chippewa County that mud from holding ponds at the Superior Silica Sands mining facility in the Town of Auburn has arsenic concentrations seven times higher than state standards for direct human contact.

Milwaukee Police Shoot Suspect After Short Pursuit

December 16, 2019 - 9:10am

A suspect who exchanged gunfire with Milwaukee police officers following a short pursuit has died, according to authorities.

2019 Is The Wettest Year Ever Recorded For Wisconsin And The Midwest

December 16, 2019 - 6:30am

If you think it's been an extremely wet year, it might have something to do with the fact that it's the wettest year ever recorded in Wisconsin.

Murfie's Closure Leaves Members Waiting For Their Music

December 16, 2019 - 6:30am

Middleton-based Murfie closed its music-streaming business recently, leaving members wondering where their music is. The company stores CDs and vinyl albums for members to sell, swap or stream from the cloud.

Food Stamp Changes Could Affect 6 Counties, Several Reservations In Wisconsin

December 16, 2019 - 6:00am

The Trump administration announced the first of three changes earlier this month to the food stamp program. Wisconsin is assessing how these changes will affect recipients.

Packers Get Closer To Playoffs, NFC North Title With Win Over Bears

December 15, 2019 - 3:40pm

The Green Bay Packers are now 11-3. With Sunday's 21-13 win over the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field, Matt LaFleur is likely to become the only first-year Packers head coach in the team's history to lead Green Bay to the playoffs.

Looking At The Impact Of New Federal Changes To Food Stamp Work Requirements

December 13, 2019 - 4:30pm

An expert on social welfare policy joins us to help unpack a new rule from the Trump administration that could cause nearly 700,000 Americans to lose their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.

State News Roundup - December 13, 2019

December 13, 2019 - 4:00pm

A diorama made by Driftless Defenders opposing the Cardinal-Hickory Creek line

Two environmental groups are suing the Wisconsin Public Service Commission over a new transmission line in the southwestern part of the state. We find out what the groups are taking issue with. We also discuss the Menomonee Falls School District voting to retire its "Indian" mascot.

How Wisconsinites View Impeachment And Other National And State Issues

December 13, 2019 - 4:00pm

House Democrats announce two articles of impeachment against President Trump

We discuss the findings of the newest poll from Marquette University Law School: looking at how Wisconsin voters feel about the impeachment effort against President Donald Trump, the field of Democratic presidential candidates, the job performance of Gov. Tony Evers and more.

Meet The Milwaukee Bucks' New ASL Interpreter

December 13, 2019 - 3:45pm

Brice Christianson recently debuted as the American Sign Language interpreter for the Milwaukee Bucks. We talk to him about his work and the service he provides to those who are deaf and hard of hearing.

WEDC Says Foxconn Not Eligible For State Tax Credits Under Current Contract

December 13, 2019 - 4:45pm

Letters between State officials, Foxconn show friction between how the project is moving forward.

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Bucks Approaching Team Win-Streak Record

Wisconsin Home Sales See Slight Drop In November

Russian Internet Trolls Promote Positivity To Grow Their Following

'The Afghanistan Papers' Show Senior US Officials Misled Public About Progress, Chances Of Success In War With Afghanistan

Evers Wants Homeless Funding Released

Foxconn Says It Can't Find Enough Workers For Wisconsin Project

Elections Panel Split On Next Steps After Voter Purge Ruling

Arsenic Levels At Bankrupt Frac Sand Mine 7 Times Higher Than State Cleanup Standards

Milwaukee Police Shoot Suspect After Short Pursuit

2019 Is The Wettest Year Ever Recorded For Wisconsin And The Midwest

Murfie's Closure Leaves Members Waiting For Their Music

Food Stamp Changes Could Affect 6 Counties, Several Reservations In Wisconsin

Packers Get Closer To Playoffs, NFC North Title With Win Over Bears

Looking At The Impact Of New Federal Changes To Food Stamp Work Requirements

State News Roundup - December 13, 2019

How Wisconsinites View Impeachment And Other National And State Issues

Meet The Milwaukee Bucks' New ASL Interpreter

WEDC Says Foxconn Not Eligible For State Tax Credits Under Current Contract

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