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9XM Players Prove 'There's Always A Woman'

August 22, 2019 - 3:30pm

There's Always A Woman radio drama poster

WIsconsin Public Radio's 9XM Players bring the 1930s screwball mystery "There's Always a Woman" to the stage in Minocqua and Oshkosh. We talk about why these plays still have such appeal decades later.

9XM Players Prove 'There's Always A Woman'

August 22, 2019 - 3:30pm

Documents Show Michigan Regulators Approved Permit For Mining Company Despite Reservations

August 16, 2019 - 10:20am

Documents show Michigan environmental regulators had significant concerns about information submitted on the impacts of a Canadian company's proposed mine on the Michigan-Wisconsin border.

Wisconsin Corn Farmers Facing More Market Uncertainty After USDA Planting Report

August 15, 2019 - 6:05am

In an annual acreage report released Monday, the USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced farmers across the country reported being unable to plant 19.4 million acres by crop insurance deadlines this spring.

USFWS Will Review Federal Protections For Lake Sturgeon

August 14, 2019 - 2:45pm

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said Wednesday it will review whether lake sturgeon should be listed as a federally threatened or endangered species.

Green Bay Paper Mill Expansion Put On Hold

August 14, 2019 - 7:00am

A massive expansion for a century-old paper mill in Green Bay appeared to be in the works, but owner Georgia-Pacific now says the project is on hold "indefinitely." A business reporter breaks down the latest developments.

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.

Storms Cause Damage, Power Outages In Northeast Wisconsin

August 8, 2019 - 8:55am

Another powerful storm in northeastern Wisconsin knocked down trees and power lines, caused street flooding and left thousands without power.

AirVenture Draws Record Crowds To Oshkosh

July 31, 2019 - 1:20pm

The Experimental Aircraft Association says this year’s AirVenture in Oshkosh drew a record number of people. EAA said in a statement Tuesday that about 642,000 people attended the fly-in, 6.8 percent more than the record set in 2018.

'It's Going To Be Worse': Event Aims To Prepare Local Officials For Floods, Extreme Weather

July 31, 2019 - 5:40am

Wisconsin will likely be hit with more flooding and extreme weather as the effects of climate change intensify. An event this week in Green Bay aimed to educate local officials on prevention, mitigation and flood response options.

Tall Ships Festival Sails To Green Bay This Weekend

July 26, 2019 - 1:30pm

Green Bay’s waterfront is traveling back in time this weekend as nine very tall ships will line the bay for the Nicolet Bank Tall Ships festival that is expected to draw 60,000 people.

La Crosse Joins List Of Wisconsin Cities Pledging To Be Carbon Neutral By 2050

July 24, 2019 - 4:05pm

Wisconsin municipal leaders say local communities are leading the way in reducing carbon emissions as more cities deal with the impacts of climate change.

Rescue Hopes To Prevent Exotic Pets From Becoming Invasives

July 23, 2019 - 7:00am

Kingdom Animalia Exotic Animal Rescue in De Pere has homed animals such as boa constrictors, parrots, African spurred tortoises, ball pythons and red-eared sliders. Even alligators.

DNR Asks Wastewater Treatment Plants To Test For PFAS Contamination

July 22, 2019 - 5:45pm

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources sent a letter Monday asking 125 wastewater treatment plants to test for contamination from per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances known as PFAS. Research has shown a link between the chemicals, thyroid disease, decreased female fertility and other harmful health impacts.

Crews Continue Work To Restore Power In Wake Of Weekend Storms

July 22, 2019 - 3:25pm

More than 60,000 people in Wisconsin were still without power Monday morning in the wake of strong storms Friday and Saturday night across the state. That number was falling as crews continued work to restore power.

Weekend Storms Cause Widespread Power Outages, Damage Across State

July 21, 2019 - 9:35am

Powerful storms that swept through Wisconsin this weekend have left thousands without power damaged buildings and are being blamed for two injuries in Trempealeau County.

Rep. Amanda Stuck Says Working Class Background An Asset In Congressional Run

July 15, 2019 - 8:55am

State Rep. Amanda Stuck says she is running for the U.S. House in northeastern Wisconsin's 8th District.

Packers Profit Drops 98 Percent To $724K

July 12, 2019 - 4:20pm

The Green Bay Packers reported a profit of just $724,000 in their latest fiscal year, which included their second straight season without a playoff appearance, a large contract for Aaron Rodgers and change in head coach from Mike McCarthy to Matt LaFleur.

Great Lakes Governors, Premiers Endorse Asian Carp Plan

July 11, 2019 - 3:45pm

Great Lakes governors and Canadian premiers have adopted a resolution to prevent the spread of Asian carp into the Great Lakes by taking action at a strategic choke point in Illinois. They say they will support Illinois in its role as the nonfederal sponsor for the Brandon Road Lock and...

Wisconsin Farmers Facing More Pests, Higher Costs After Late Spring Planting

July 11, 2019 - 5:55am

University of Wisconsin crop specialists say Wisconsin farmers are facing tough decisions about how much to spend on late-developing corn and soybeans.

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9XM Players Prove 'There's Always A Woman'

9XM Players Prove 'There's Always A Woman'

Documents Show Michigan Regulators Approved Permit For Mining Company Despite Reservations

Wisconsin Corn Farmers Facing More Market Uncertainty After USDA Planting Report

USFWS Will Review Federal Protections For Lake Sturgeon

Green Bay Paper Mill Expansion Put On Hold

New Study Finds Asian Carp Could Survive Throughout Lake Michigan

Storms Cause Damage, Power Outages In Northeast Wisconsin

AirVenture Draws Record Crowds To Oshkosh

'It's Going To Be Worse': Event Aims To Prepare Local Officials For Floods, Extreme Weather

Tall Ships Festival Sails To Green Bay This Weekend

La Crosse Joins List Of Wisconsin Cities Pledging To Be Carbon Neutral By 2050

Rescue Hopes To Prevent Exotic Pets From Becoming Invasives

DNR Asks Wastewater Treatment Plants To Test For PFAS Contamination

Crews Continue Work To Restore Power In Wake Of Weekend Storms

Weekend Storms Cause Widespread Power Outages, Damage Across State

Rep. Amanda Stuck Says Working Class Background An Asset In Congressional Run

Packers Profit Drops 98 Percent To $724K

Great Lakes Governors, Premiers Endorse Asian Carp Plan

Wisconsin Farmers Facing More Pests, Higher Costs After Late Spring Planting

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