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30 Years Ago, Biologists Set Out To Restore Trumpeter Swan In Wisconsin. Today, They're Thriving

September 12, 2019 - 5:30am

Thirty years ago, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources biologists Randy Jurewicz and Sumner Matteson got on a plane to Fairbanks, Alaska with a goal: to bring the trumpeter swan back to Wisconsin.

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.

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.

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.

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30 Years Ago, Biologists Set Out To Restore Trumpeter Swan In Wisconsin. Today, They're Thriving

The Latest On Dorian Devastation And Recovery Efforts In The Bahamas

This Week In Washington - September 11, 2019

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

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

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

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