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New Study Shows Wisconsin's Rural Students Still Face Inequity

November 7, 2019 - 10:30am

Many students in rural areas in Wisconsin and across the country are still facing inequity, according to a new study from the Rural School and Community Trust, a national nonprofit that helps rural schools and communities.

Report: More Than 660K Wisconsinites Have Some College Credit But No Degree

November 7, 2019 - 9:30am

A national study suggests there are more than 662,000 Wisconsinites who have taken some college credits but never graduated. State higher education officials say it's a very important population to reach out to as the number of high school graduates declines.

Wisconsin Budget Reserves Highest In Decades, Report Finds. What Next?

November 7, 2019 - 7:00am

Justice mosaic in the Wisconsin State Capitol Rotunda

Wisconsin's state government has its largest financial reserves in four decades, according to a new report. We take a closer look at the report's analysis of state taxes, spending and reserves. Our guest explains how the state compares nationally and if the money put aside can help future economic downturns.

Wisconsin Assembly Fails Attempt To Override Gov. Tony Evers' Vetoes

November 7, 2019 - 6:05am

The GOP-controlled Assembly failed on Thursday to override three of Gov. Tony Evers’ budget vetoes, all related to mental health services in Wisconsin.

Paul DeMain Gave Voice To Native American Issues. Now He's Ready For His Next Chapter.

November 7, 2019 - 5:55am

For decades, Paul DeMain was one of the nation's most prolific and influential Native American journalists. His newspaper, The News from Indian Country, ran for more than 33 years. This year, DeMain published the newspaper's last issue. At 64, he's ready for his own next chapter.

PSC Sends Project That Would Convert Manure Into Renewable Energy Back For Review

November 7, 2019 - 5:40am

The Public Service Commission is directing state agencies to take another look at a roughly $66 million project that would convert manure into energy in Brown County.

Milwaukee Man Sets Pinball Record While Raising Money For Hospital

November 6, 2019 - 4:20pm

We talk about a record-setting game of pinball that happened for a good cause.

This Week In Washington - November 6, 2019

November 6, 2019 - 3:30pm

A key diplomat now says that the White House was seeking a quid pro quo when it withheld military aid from Ukraine. We find out about the new testimony and get caught up on the latest in the impeachment inquiry. We also check in on last night's election results from...

Another Round Of Snow Blankets Wisconsin

November 6, 2019 - 12:55pm

Shots of cold air from the poles are turning what might otherwise be rain into snow, blanketing parts of Wisconsin while autumn leaves are still on the trees.

Wisconsin Considers Raising Minimum Age To Buy Tobacco Products To 21

November 6, 2019 - 12:50pm

Wisconsin is considering a bill that would clamp down on cigarette sales — both electronic and traditional — by raising the age for purchasing and using such products.

Milwaukee County DA: Illegal Vaping Products An 'Emerging Concern' For Law Enforcement

November 6, 2019 - 12:05pm

As health authorities across the nation continue to investigate the cause of lung illnesses linked to e-cigarettes, two recent criminal cases in southeastern Wisconsin have shed light on the lucrative street market for counterfeit vaping products. On Wisconsin Public Radio Wednesday, Milwaukee District Attorney John Chisholm discussed the cases and...

WisContext: The Race To Watch And Listen For Bats As They Disappear

November 6, 2019 - 11:50am

Wisconsin's bats are in trouble — at least those that hibernate in caves. An invasive fungus from Eurasia is spreading westward across North America and infecting bats during winter hibernation. In cave after cave where the fungus arrives, mass death of hibernating bats inevitably follows. Data gathered by the Wisconsin...

School Choice Wisconsin Sues DPI Over Test Score Release

November 6, 2019 - 11:30am

A school voucher group and a conservative law firm are suing state education officials for allegedly withholding voucher students' test scores for a day and intentionally skewing them to make it appear the students performed poorly

Years After Rail Saga, Wisconsin's Talgo Trains Sit Idle

November 6, 2019 - 8:00am

Before Gov. Scott Walker canceled the high-speed rail line that would have connected Madison to Milwaukee in 2010, Wisconsin bought two trains from a Spanish company named Talgo. The story of these trains is messy. And in a way, they're the physical reminder of the debate Wisconsin had almost a...

Milwaukee DA Discusses Vaping, Opioids

November 6, 2019 - 7:30am

Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm joins the program to discuss illegal vaping products amid heightened alarm over lung illnesses linked to e-cigarettes. We also catch up on law enforcement’s response to other drug-related concerns, such as opioids and methamphetamine.

Student Regent Discusses State Universities And Colleges

November 6, 2019 - 7:00am

The UW System Board of Regents meets this week for the first time since President Ray Cross announced his plans to retire. A student regent joins the program to discuss the board’s agenda, the search for a new president, campus free speech policies, and other issues.

States, Utilities Step Up To Cut Emissions As Trump Administration Begins Withdrawal From Climate Deal

November 6, 2019 - 6:40am

The Trump administration has officially begun the process to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate agreement. Roughly 200 countries have signed onto the agreement to help curb greenhouse gas emissions from 2005 levels.

EPA Proposes To Relax Requirements On 2015 Coal Ash Rule

November 6, 2019 - 6:00am

The EPA is proposing to relax rules on power plants related to coal ash storage and wastewater discharge. The waste from burning coal contains heavy metals that could impact public health and the environment.

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New Study Shows Wisconsin's Rural Students Still Face Inequity

Report: More Than 660K Wisconsinites Have Some College Credit But No Degree

Wisconsin Budget Reserves Highest In Decades, Report Finds. What Next?

Wisconsin Assembly Fails Attempt To Override Gov. Tony Evers' Vetoes

Paul DeMain Gave Voice To Native American Issues. Now He's Ready For His Next Chapter.

PSC Sends Project That Would Convert Manure Into Renewable Energy Back For Review

Milwaukee Man Sets Pinball Record While Raising Money For Hospital

This Week In Washington - November 6, 2019

Another Round Of Snow Blankets Wisconsin

Wisconsin Considers Raising Minimum Age To Buy Tobacco Products To 21

Milwaukee County DA: Illegal Vaping Products An 'Emerging Concern' For Law Enforcement

WisContext: The Race To Watch And Listen For Bats As They Disappear

School Choice Wisconsin Sues DPI Over Test Score Release

Years After Rail Saga, Wisconsin's Talgo Trains Sit Idle

Milwaukee DA Discusses Vaping, Opioids

Student Regent Discusses State Universities And Colleges

States, Utilities Step Up To Cut Emissions As Trump Administration Begins Withdrawal From Climate Deal

EPA Proposes To Relax Requirements On 2015 Coal Ash Rule

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