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The US Leaves United Nations Human Rights Council

June 25, 2018 - 3:35pm

The United States is withdrawing from the United Nations Human Rights Council citing anti-Israel bias and other political issues. Nikki Haley, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the decision last week. We talk to Michael Schroeder of American University's School of International Service about...

WHO Declares Video Game Addiction A Mental Health Problem

June 25, 2018 - 3:15pm

Video game addiction is now recognized as a standalone mental health issue by the World Health Organization . We speak with child and family therapist Jeff Reiland of Gundersen Health about the news and what the designation from the WHO might mean for treatment in the future.

What Happens When A Small Town Loses Its Only School?

June 22, 2018 - 4:15pm

It’s a situation that’s playing out all across rural America. In the wake of the Great Recession, small towns are finding themselves with fewer economic opportunities and aging populations. That’s having an impact on rural schools - often the lifeblood of the communities they serve. But what happens when those...

Heavy Rains Cause Sewage Overflow Into Lake Superior

June 22, 2018 - 3:55pm

Last weekend’s storms caused around 15 million gallons of sewage to overflow from Ashland’s wastewater treatment plant in to Lake Superior. The city also experienced two other overflows from its sanitary sewer system as a result of the storms.

Democratic State Rep. Dana Wachs Suspends Campaign For Governor

June 22, 2018 - 9:35am

State Rep. Dana Wachs, D-Eau Claire, has ended his campaign for governor, becoming the second Democrat in as many days to abandon his bid to defeat Gov. Scott Walker.

GOP Sen. Johnson: Congress Must Act On Immigration

June 22, 2018 - 9:35am

Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, of Wisconsin, says Congress must act on immigration legislation to address what he calls a "flood of people trying to get into this country illegally."

Parkland High School Students Come To Wisconsin On Road To Change Tour

June 22, 2018 - 9:00am

High school students from Parkland, Florida are in Wisconsin to advocate for stricter gun control laws and to register young people to vote.

Summerfest Must-See Acts

June 21, 2018 - 4:15pm

Milwaukee's Summerfest kicks off next week, and our guest music writer will preview the line-up; from the big acts to the lesser-known artists that we shouldn't miss.

New York Attorney General Files Charges Against President's Charitable Foundation

June 21, 2018 - 4:05pm

New York Attorney General Barbara D. Underwood announced a lawsuit last week alleging President Trump and his children--Ivanka and Eric--used their family's charitable foundation for personal and political uses. We speak with Juliet Sorenson, Harry R. Horrow Professor in International Law at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, about the...

The Latest On The Sterling Brown Lawsuit

June 21, 2018 - 3:05pm

Milwaukee Bucks rookie Sterling Brown has filed a lawsuit against Milwaukee and the police department. The suit stems from Brown's arrest earlier this year for a parking violation where he was tased by officers. The Milwaukee police officers argued that the use of force was necessary, alleging Brown was violent...

Milwaukee Community, Faith Leaders Call For End To Zero-Tolerance Border Policy

June 21, 2018 - 5:05pm

About 200 people attended a rally in downtown Milwaukee Thursday, in front of Milwaukee's U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services office. They want the Trump administration to end its zero-tolerance approach to border security.

Foxconn's Electricity Needs Draw Concerns From Potential Neighbors

June 21, 2018 - 4:45pm

Some potential neighbors of a power line that would bring electricity to the Foxconn Technology Group factory in Racine County are raising concerns.

Foster Care Task Force Concludes Work, But Looks Ahead

June 21, 2018 - 3:45pm

A state task force on Wisconsin's foster care system has wrapped up its work, but its leaders are calling for further changes to improve programs that serve close to 8,000 children in the state. The Speaker's Task Force On Foster Care issued its final report Thursday.

Former UW Student Alec Cook Gets 3 Years In Prison For Sexual Assaults

June 21, 2018 - 3:10pm

Former University of Wisconsin-Madison student Alec Cook was sentenced Thursday to three years in prison and eight years of state supervision for a string of sexual assaults.

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The US Leaves United Nations Human Rights Council

WHO Declares Video Game Addiction A Mental Health Problem

What Happens When A Small Town Loses Its Only School?

Heavy Rains Cause Sewage Overflow Into Lake Superior

Democratic State Rep. Dana Wachs Suspends Campaign For Governor

GOP Sen. Johnson: Congress Must Act On Immigration

Parkland High School Students Come To Wisconsin On Road To Change Tour

Summerfest Must-See Acts

New York Attorney General Files Charges Against President's Charitable Foundation

The Latest On The Sterling Brown Lawsuit

Milwaukee Community, Faith Leaders Call For End To Zero-Tolerance Border Policy

Foxconn's Electricity Needs Draw Concerns From Potential Neighbors

Foster Care Task Force Concludes Work, But Looks Ahead

Former UW Student Alec Cook Gets 3 Years In Prison For Sexual Assaults

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