Wisconsin News Roundup, Haunted Wisconsin, Paying College Athletes?

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Michigan State's Kenny Goins (25) pass the ball around Wisconsin's Ethan Happ (22) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the semifinals of the Big Ten Conference tournament
Michigan State’s Kenny Goins (25) pass the ball around Wisconsin’s Ethan Happ (22) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the semifinals of the Big Ten Conference tournament, Saturday, March 16, 2019, in Chicago. Nam Y. Huh/AP Photo

Our state news roundup includes a referendum that could decide the fate of a southeastern Wisconsin school district. Then we talk with a field researcher known for seeking out spooky experiences. And we’re joined by a sports law expert to discuss another opportunity for paying college athletes.

Featured in this Show

  • State News Roundup – September 13, 2019

    An advisory referendum will help decide the fate of the Palmyra-Eagle School District in southeastern Wisconsin. We find out what’s at stake. We also hear about a debate over F35 fighter jets being stationed in Madison. Plus, a preview of flashlight tours of a ghostly mansion in Superior.

  • Daring Is Scaring In Wisconsin

    On this Friday the thirteenth we talk with a well-traveled ghost hunter about some of the most haunted places in Wisconsin — and what he’s experienced taking on all sorts of legendary dares.

  • A Plan To Allow College Athletes To Make Endorsement Deals

    A plan that would allow college athletes to be paid for endorsement deals is getting closer to the governor’s desk in California. We break down the Fair Pay to Play Act, what may happen if it becomes law and the arguments for and against paying college athletes.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Bob Dohr Guest
  • Chad Lewis Guest
  • Matthew Mitten Guest

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