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Marquette University Layoffs Aimed At Protecting Against Enrollment Declines

September 9, 2019 - 10:15am

With projected enrollment declines as high as 25 percent by 2026 Marquette University President Michael Lovell says the decision to layoff 24 staff members and leave 49 positions vacant is meant to protect the university and stem tuition increases.

GOP Senator Discusses Lead Pipes, Lyme Disease, More Bills

September 9, 2019 - 7:00am

State Sen. Rob Cowles, R-Green Bay, has authored or sponsored more than 30 bills this year. We discuss several aimed at addressing lead pipes in schools, Lyme disease from tick bites and a variety of other issues.

DATCP Delays New Testing Requirements For Dogs After Shelters Voice Concerns

September 9, 2019 - 6:35am

DATCP Officials say they're working with the governor's office to reevaluate new testing requirements for dogs brought into Wisconsin.

Virtual Reality 'Brain Training' Project Aims To Reduce Hockey Injuries

September 9, 2019 - 5:35am

A research project at UW-Stevens Point aims to use virtual reality to improve hockey players' performance and reduce injuries.

Fainting And Freezing In The Fields: Alleged Labor Trafficking Victim Tells Of Mistreatment In Wisconsin, Georgia

September 9, 2019 - 5:30am

"Roberto" says he was taken from Georgia, where he worked legally but was exploited, to Wisconsin, where he worked illegally — and in the shadows.

New UW-Madison Marching Band Director Corey Pompey

September 6, 2019 - 3:45pm

Corey Pompey rehearses the UW-Madison band

Corey Pompey is taking over the UW-Madison marching band from longtime director Mike Leckrone. We talk with Pompey about filling Leckrone's shoes and vision for the program going forward.

Putting Mike Pence's Stay At Trump Doonbeg Property In Context With Emoluments

September 6, 2019 - 3:30pm

Vice President Mike Pence renewed discussions around the emoluments clause of the U.S. Constitution when he, his family and security detail stayed at a Trump property in Ireland. We talk to a law professor to learn more about how this story squares with the clause.

Wisconsin Tribe Joins Groups Opposed To Superior Gas Plant

September 6, 2019 - 4:30pm

An American Indian tribe in northern Wisconsin has joined environmental groups urging state regulators to reject plans to build a $700 million natural gas-fired power plant in Superior.

UW-La Crosse Seeks To Reopen Investigation After Student Details Misconduct Allegations On Facebook

September 6, 2019 - 4:25pm

A University of Wisconsin-La Crosse student has accused a professor of inappropriate conduct after she said the university failed to follow up with her about an investigation into the alleged incident.

Ahead Of First Home Game, New UW Band Director Talks About His Vision For The Program

September 6, 2019 - 4:10pm

After 50 years, the University of Wisconsin-Madison marching band will have a new director at its first home football game of the season Saturday.

Son Of Former Gov. Scott Walker Eyeing Run For Congress

September 6, 2019 - 1:10pm

The 25-year-old son of former Republican Gov. Scott Walker is considering running for Congress in a deeply conservative district.

Cases Of Lung Disease Linked To Vaping Surge Across US

September 6, 2019 - 12:45pm

Federal officials said Friday cases of severe lung disease associated with vaping are likely to rise from the 215 already confirmed.

Enbridge Energy Conducting Surveys For Potential Reroute Of Line 5 Pipeline

September 6, 2019 - 11:00am

Enbridge Energy is requesting permission from residents and local governments to conduct land surveys in northern Wisconsin as it explores rerouting its Line 5 pipeline outside of the Bad River tribe’s reservation.

Foxconn Executive Louis Woo Steps Away From Wisconsin Project

September 6, 2019 - 8:30am

Foxconn Technology Group says Louis Woo has stepped down as the executive who has represented the Taiwanese company in Wisconsin.

Study: More Wisconsin Residents Could Lose SNAP Benefits

September 6, 2019 - 6:15am

A new study has found that the number of Wisconsin residents who could lose their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits has increased by 18 percent.

Report: UW-Madison Among Most Affordable Large Public Universities

September 6, 2019 - 5:45am

A new study of state flagship universities shows that the University of Wisconsin-Madison is among the top of its peers in terms of affordability but enrolls fewer students receiving low-income federal grants than most others.

Bus Driver Shortage Taking Toll In Racine

September 6, 2019 - 5:40am

Racine Unified School District facing delays because of bus driver shortage.

Sensenbrenner Won't Seek Re-Election After 21 Terms In Congress

September 5, 2019 - 3:45pm

Republican U.S. Representative Jim Sensenbrenner won't be seeking re-election after more than 40 years in Congress. We look back at his career and find out who's considering a run for his seat in the reliably conservative 5th congressional district.

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Marquette University Layoffs Aimed At Protecting Against Enrollment Declines

GOP Senator Discusses Lead Pipes, Lyme Disease, More Bills

DATCP Delays New Testing Requirements For Dogs After Shelters Voice Concerns

Virtual Reality 'Brain Training' Project Aims To Reduce Hockey Injuries

Fainting And Freezing In The Fields: Alleged Labor Trafficking Victim Tells Of Mistreatment In Wisconsin, Georgia

New UW-Madison Marching Band Director Corey Pompey

Putting Mike Pence's Stay At Trump Doonbeg Property In Context With Emoluments

Wisconsin Tribe Joins Groups Opposed To Superior Gas Plant

UW-La Crosse Seeks To Reopen Investigation After Student Details Misconduct Allegations On Facebook

Ahead Of First Home Game, New UW Band Director Talks About His Vision For The Program

Son Of Former Gov. Scott Walker Eyeing Run For Congress

Cases Of Lung Disease Linked To Vaping Surge Across US

Enbridge Energy Conducting Surveys For Potential Reroute Of Line 5 Pipeline

Foxconn Executive Louis Woo Steps Away From Wisconsin Project

Study: More Wisconsin Residents Could Lose SNAP Benefits

Report: UW-Madison Among Most Affordable Large Public Universities

Bus Driver Shortage Taking Toll In Racine

Sensenbrenner Won't Seek Re-Election After 21 Terms In Congress

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