WPR News

Wisconsin Public Radio has a broadcast and online news staff of more than 20 journalists and web professionals located in seven regions. There are over 20,000 news stories available online.

Democrats Criticize Schimel For Speaking At Anti-LGBT Group Conference

May 8, 2018 - 11:40am

Democrats criticized Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel on Tuesday for attending a conference put on by Alliance Defending Freedom, a vocal anti-LGBT group.

Study: Older Riders Make Up Largest Share Of Motorcycle Deaths

May 8, 2018 - 10:50am

Fewer motorcyclists are dying in Wisconsin and the U.S. as a whole, but increasingly, those involved in fatal crashes are older, according to new data.

Superior Shipyard Reaches Settlement With Worker Over Lead Exposure

May 8, 2018 - 10:35am

One worker has settled a lawsuit against Fraser Shipyards in Superior after workers were exposed to unsafe lead levels while working on a Great Lakes freighter. The lawsuit was one of four brought on behalf of 44 workers against the northern Wisconsin shipbuilder.

La Crosse Ambulance Service Using Essential Oils Instead Of Opioids

May 8, 2018 - 10:05am

An ambulance service in the La Crosse area is using aromatherapy as a way to cut down on pain medication use. Tri-State Ambulance is equipping paramedics with six different essential oils that can help treat pain, nausea or anxiety.

Illinois Seeks Talks On Keeping Asian Carp From Great Lakes

May 8, 2018 - 8:55am

Gov. Bruce Rauner has sent letters to his counterparts in the Great Lakes region proposing negotiations toward an agreement on using the Brandon Road Lock and Dam near Joliet to block the path of the invasive fish.

Shotgun-Wielding Man Shot, Killed By Appleton Police

May 8, 2018 - 8:35am

Police officers shot and killed a man who they say confronted them with a shotgun outside a residence in Appleton.

As Young People Leave Rural Areas, What Is Dating Like For Those Who Choose To Stay?

May 8, 2018 - 5:25am

The question of what is changing the experience of people dating in rural areas is being influenced in part by two trends: the diminishing number of young people in rural areas, and the proliferation of online dating.

Milwaukee All-City Arts Festival Unites Students And Local Arts Community

May 7, 2018 - 4:15pm

We learn about Milwaukee's All-City Arts Festival , a collaboration between students and local artists that features music, dance, art, and theater performances. Learn more here:

Meteorologist: Preparedness Is Key To Surviving Twister Season

May 7, 2018 - 4:05pm

A National Weather Service meteorologist says even though a violent tornado hasn't touched down in Wisconsin in more than 20 years, residents should still be prepared for twisters as tornado season gets under way.

Husky Energy Says It's Making Progress On Superior Oil Refinery Recovery

May 7, 2018 - 5:50pm

Husky Energy said it’s making progress on cleanup and recovery in the week since a series of explosions and fires at its oil refinery injured at least 20 people and forced a temporary evacuation in Superior.

US Senate Could Vote This Week On Wisconsin Judicial Nominee

May 7, 2018 - 2:30pm

A GOP effort to push through the vote would sidestep the longstanding U.S. Senate practice of so-called "blue slips" for approving judicial nominees.

Milwaukee Man Seen Punched By Police Faces Battery Charges

May 7, 2018 - 11:35am

A Milwaukee man seen on video being kicked and punched by police officers who were trying to restrain him faces charges for injuries three officers sustained during the skirmish.

UW-Madison To Cover Alumni Signs With KKK Connections

May 7, 2018 - 10:55am

The University of Wisconsin-Madison will cover over two signs in its Memorial Union for areas named after alumni with affiliations to the Ku Klux Klan.

Substance Abuse Expert: Drug Companies Deception Fostered Today's Opioid Crisis

May 7, 2018 - 10:00am

The director of Marshfield Clinic's substance abuse services said huge culture changes in how pain was managed in the 1990s led by a marketing and misinformation campaign by drug companies are responsible for today's opioid addiction crisis.

Walker Taking Part In Foxconn Site Development Announcement

May 7, 2018 - 9:00am

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is joining Foxconn and its general contractor Monday in announcing $100 million in contracts for site development in Racine.

22 Wisconsin School Districts Receive Grant To Expand Fab Labs

May 7, 2018 - 7:00am

Twenty-two school districts in Wisconsin received just over a half million dollars in grant money to expand on school fabrication labs from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation last week.

Frustrations Mount Over Dirt Piles In Sturgeon Bay

May 7, 2018 - 5:50am

Litigation is getting in the way of piles of dirt being removed in the city of Sturgeon Bay.

Vel Phillips Eulogized At Milwaukee Memorial Service

May 5, 2018 - 3:35pm

A Milwaukee memorial service on Saturday honored former Wisconsin Secretary of State Vel Phillips. Phillips died last month, at age 95.

Pages

News Podcasts

You can subscribe to a podcast of all our stories or stories with a specific topic. See all the WPR News Podcasts!

Menu

Listen Live

Program Schedule

Program Notes

Program Schedule

Music Playlists

Program Schedule

Music Playlists

Democrats Criticize Schimel For Speaking At Anti-LGBT Group Conference

Study: Older Riders Make Up Largest Share Of Motorcycle Deaths

Superior Shipyard Reaches Settlement With Worker Over Lead Exposure

La Crosse Ambulance Service Using Essential Oils Instead Of Opioids

Illinois Seeks Talks On Keeping Asian Carp From Great Lakes

Shotgun-Wielding Man Shot, Killed By Appleton Police

As Young People Leave Rural Areas, What Is Dating Like For Those Who Choose To Stay?

Milwaukee All-City Arts Festival Unites Students And Local Arts Community

Meteorologist: Preparedness Is Key To Surviving Twister Season

Husky Energy Says It's Making Progress On Superior Oil Refinery Recovery

US Senate Could Vote This Week On Wisconsin Judicial Nominee

Milwaukee Man Seen Punched By Police Faces Battery Charges

UW-Madison To Cover Alumni Signs With KKK Connections

Substance Abuse Expert: Drug Companies Deception Fostered Today's Opioid Crisis

Walker Taking Part In Foxconn Site Development Announcement

22 Wisconsin School Districts Receive Grant To Expand Fab Labs

Frustrations Mount Over Dirt Piles In Sturgeon Bay

Vel Phillips Eulogized At Milwaukee Memorial Service

News Podcasts

Search form

The Ideas Network

Program Schedule

Program Notes

NPR News & Classical Network

Program Schedule

Music Playlists

All Classical Network

Program Schedule

Music Playlists

News Podcasts

Subscribe To WPR Newsletters