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Immigrant Rights Advocates Worry Milwaukee Caving To White House Pressure

July 5, 2017 - 9:10am

Immigrant rights groups are accusing Milwaukee leaders of caving in to pressure from the Trump administration and quietly expanding cooperation with immigration officials.

Wisconsin Cranberry Growers Face Economic Challenges Despite Record Harvest

July 5, 2017 - 5:35am

Wisconsin cranberry growers had a record harvest last year. But more fruit won't help producers struggling with low prices.

The Founding Fathers And The Fourth Of July

July 4, 2017 - 4:30pm

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams both passed away on the 4th of July. Our guest historian tells us about that and other surprising circumstances when it comes to the deaths of U.S. presidents.

The Science Behind Fireworks

July 4, 2017 - 4:15pm

It’s that time of year again where things tend to go boom! We’ll hear from a UW-Madison chemistry professor about the science behind fireworks.

Wisconsin Congressman Mike Gallagher Calls For Cancellation Of Legislative Recess

July 4, 2017 - 4:00pm

Congressman Mike Gallagher, a Republican from Green Bay, has called for Congress to cancel it's legislative recess until it passes a budget. A reporter shares the details about the freshman Congressman's efforts over the last year.

Why Women Are Flocking To The Wellness Industry

July 4, 2017 - 3:30pm

The wellness industry is booming. Women, in particular are using alternative therapies like reiki, acupuncture and yoga therapy. Our guest says there's a reason women are flocking to alternative tratments - traditional medicine doesn't take them seriously.

Trump Is Widely Unpopular Worldwide, But Does It Matter?

July 4, 2017 - 3:00pm

Worldwide confidence in President Donald Trump has plummeted, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center.

Walker Says He'd Consider Less Borrowing To Ease Road Budget Stalemate

July 4, 2017 - 1:20pm

Gov. Scott Walker celebrated the Fourth of July Tuesday, riding in a parade in Wauwatosa, but he says he'll be back at the state Capitol Wednesday morning, meeting with lawmakers on the stalled 2017-2019 biennial state budget.

Tribal Leader Optimistic A New Fishing Agreement Can Be Reached This Year

July 4, 2017 - 12:15pm

Negotiations are ongoing between the state and two tribes over how they will jointly manage fish harvests in Lake Superior. The state and tribes are harvesting under an extension of a ten-year agreement that expired in late 2015.

Opioid Use Low Among Injured Workers In Wisconsin

July 4, 2017 - 11:15am

According to a national study , people injured on the job in Wisconsin are using fewer opioids for pain than those in other states.

State Assembly Task Force Will Examine Possible Changes To Foster Care System

July 4, 2017 - 10:25am

The Assembly has formed a bipartisan task force to look at the state’s foster care system and potential changes to the laws that govern it.

Report Shows Slight Improvement In Employment Rate For People With Disabilities

July 4, 2017 - 6:25am

Recently released data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows slight improvement in the employment rate for people with disabilities. According to the most recent data, Wisconsin performs better than the national average.

Rare Marc Chagall Portfolio On Display In Manitowoc

July 4, 2017 - 6:10am

Le Cirque exhibit at the Rahr-West Art Museum in Manitowoc

The Rahr -West Art Museum in Manitowoc is thought to be the first to display the complete Le Cirque series by the famed Russian-French artist Marc Chagall who lived from 1887-1985.

Author Examines Downsides When Girls Strive For Academic Superiority

February 13, 2017 - 3:30pm

Girls are said to outperform boys in school. But the authors of “Smart Girls” looked into the “supergirl” drive for perfection and straight As, and found there's a complicated downside when young women take the lead in academic achievement. Many in Western society assume that girls no longer need the...

Great Lakes Advocates Rally In Support Of Federal Cleanup Funding

July 3, 2017 - 4:40pm

Great Lakes advocates across the Midwest held events in more than 60 cities Monday, as a budget battle nears in Congress. It was part of a publicity effort called "All Hands On Deck."

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Immigrant Rights Advocates Worry Milwaukee Caving To White House Pressure

Wisconsin Cranberry Growers Face Economic Challenges Despite Record Harvest

The Founding Fathers And The Fourth Of July

The Science Behind Fireworks

Wisconsin Congressman Mike Gallagher Calls For Cancellation Of Legislative Recess

Why Women Are Flocking To The Wellness Industry

Trump Is Widely Unpopular Worldwide, But Does It Matter?

Walker Says He'd Consider Less Borrowing To Ease Road Budget Stalemate

Tribal Leader Optimistic A New Fishing Agreement Can Be Reached This Year

Opioid Use Low Among Injured Workers In Wisconsin

State Assembly Task Force Will Examine Possible Changes To Foster Care System

Report Shows Slight Improvement In Employment Rate For People With Disabilities

Rare Marc Chagall Portfolio On Display In Manitowoc

Author Examines Downsides When Girls Strive For Academic Superiority

Great Lakes Advocates Rally In Support Of Federal Cleanup Funding

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