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WEDC secretary on Wisconsin's economic recovery

October 5, 2021 - 7:00am

We discuss the state’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic with Missy Hughes, secretary and CEO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation.

Burned out and understaffed, veterinary clinics are struggling to catch up after pandemic challenges

October 5, 2021 - 6:10am

As veterinarians wade through a backlog of appointments, they face burnout and staffing shortages that plagued the industry long before the pandemic.

Expert witness tells court Rittenhouse was in 'reactionary mode' when he shot 3 people

October 5, 2021 - 5:40am

A use-of-force expert testified that Kyle Rittenhouse was in "reactionary mode" last year when he shot three people during a protest against police brutality in Kenosha.

Evers announces $4.5M in state tax credits for new, automated cheese plant

October 4, 2021 - 4:55pm

A new cheesemaking facility near Appleton will receive several million dollars in state financial support, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.

How Deforestation Leads To More Pandemics

October 4, 2021 - 4:45pm

Deforestation is a major contributor to spillover -- the transmission of pathogens from animals to humans that can result in a pandemic. Our guest's research shows the root causes of pandemics, and how to address them to prevent more pandemics in the future.

UW System tuition, program revenue balances up nearly $189M from 2020 levels

October 4, 2021 - 3:30pm

After a year of spending cuts driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, fund balances at University of Wisconsin System campuses have grown significantly. Tuition reserves, in particular, have increased by more than 46 percent following years of sustained decreases that put some campuses in financial jeopardy.

DNR sets quota of 130 wolves for Wisconsin's fall wolf hunt

October 4, 2021 - 2:50pm

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says it’s setting a quota of 130 wolves for the fall wolf hunt, rejecting a move by its own policy-setting board to more than double the amount of wolves that can be harvested.

To help reduce COVID-19 spread, Dane County's indoor mask mandate extended until Nov. 5

October 4, 2021 - 12:45pm

COVID-19 cases nationally have leveled off, but in Wisconsin new infections have grown by 14 percent in the last two weeks. In Dane County, new cases have declined somewhat but local health officials say disease is still widespread.

Violent weekend in Milwaukee includes killing of 11-year-old girl

October 4, 2021 - 12:30pm

Milwaukee police are investigating multiple homicides and shootings from weekend of violence.

Democratic state Sen. Lena Taylor running for lieutenant governor

October 4, 2021 - 11:45am

A Democratic state senator from Milwaukee is running for lieutenant governor.

Democratic state Sen. Brad Pfaff announces campaign for 3rd Congressional District

October 4, 2021 - 8:40am

State Sen. Brad Pfaff, D-Onalaska, is the first high-profile Democrat to launch their campaign in Wisconsin’s competitive 3rd Congressional District election.

New Brookfield representative on state response to the pandemic and redistricting

October 4, 2021 - 7:30am

We talk with Rep. Sara Rodriguez, a first-term Democrat representing parts of Waukesha County, about the state response to the pandemic and what needs to be done to improve Wisconsin’s redistricting system.

The politics of pardons

October 4, 2021 - 7:00am

Blindfolded statue in front of Wisconsin Capitol

Wisconsin’s pardon power went unused during Gov. Scott Walker’s eight years in office, but Gov. Tony Evers has enthusiastically revived it. We talk to journalists from PBS Wisconsin and Wisconsin Public Radio who examined the complicated history of pardons and their future.

Bucks prepare to defend NBA title with preseason starting this week

October 4, 2021 - 6:50am

The Milwaukee Bucks are preparing to defend their NBA title, with the preseason starting Tuesday. Most of the team is vaccinated, according to officials. That includes star Giannis Antetokounmpo.

From incarceration to leader in the community: How and why Anthony Cooper was pardoned

October 4, 2021 - 6:00am

Convicted of drug-related felonies more than two decades ago, a Madison man who became a community leader following his release from prison sought and received pardoning from Gov. Tony Evers, whose office has pursued this action to promote redemption and reduce prison populations.

With governor’s race on horizon, future of pardons uncertain in Wisconsin

October 4, 2021 - 6:00am

More than 250 people with felony charges in Wisconsin have been pardoned by Gov. Tony Evers over the past few years, but the political history of pardons in Wisconsin is complicated — and the future of the program isn’t certain.

Highly contagious delta variant means more hospitalizations for Wisconsin kids, stress on health system

October 4, 2021 - 5:40am

Although the risk of severe COVID-19 in kids isn't higher with the more contagious delta variant, it has led to more cases in kids, which means a larger number of children are hospitalized or have severe cases of COVID-19.

Fake pain pills containing fentanyl lead to 'a staggering number of potentially lethal overdoses'

October 4, 2021 - 5:15am

Fentanyl, a drug originally designed for use in hospitals, is showing up in fake pain pills to such a degree the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency issued a rare public safety alert last month, warning that these counterfeit pills had been seized in every state in "unprecedented quantities."

Research looks to mitigate threats to black ash trees in Northern Wisconsin

October 3, 2021 - 9:00am

Angela Waupochick is a graduate student who's researching ways to protect black ash trees in northeastern Wisconsin. The trees are an important resource to the Menominee Indian Tribe and Stockbridge-Munsee Community Band of Mohican Indians.

Hundreds take part in Madison march for abortion rights

October 2, 2021 - 3:00pm

Hundreds have gathered outside the Library Mall in Madison on Saturday, taking part in the nationwide event Bans Off Our Bodies to protest against limits on abortion.

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WEDC secretary on Wisconsin's economic recovery

Burned out and understaffed, veterinary clinics are struggling to catch up after pandemic challenges

Expert witness tells court Rittenhouse was in 'reactionary mode' when he shot 3 people

Evers announces $4.5M in state tax credits for new, automated cheese plant

How Deforestation Leads To More Pandemics

UW System tuition, program revenue balances up nearly $189M from 2020 levels

DNR sets quota of 130 wolves for Wisconsin's fall wolf hunt

To help reduce COVID-19 spread, Dane County's indoor mask mandate extended until Nov. 5

Violent weekend in Milwaukee includes killing of 11-year-old girl

Democratic state Sen. Lena Taylor running for lieutenant governor

Democratic state Sen. Brad Pfaff announces campaign for 3rd Congressional District

New Brookfield representative on state response to the pandemic and redistricting

The politics of pardons

Bucks prepare to defend NBA title with preseason starting this week

From incarceration to leader in the community: How and why Anthony Cooper was pardoned

With governor’s race on horizon, future of pardons uncertain in Wisconsin

Highly contagious delta variant means more hospitalizations for Wisconsin kids, stress on health system

Fake pain pills containing fentanyl lead to 'a staggering number of potentially lethal overdoses'

Research looks to mitigate threats to black ash trees in Northern Wisconsin

Hundreds take part in Madison march for abortion rights

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