Fri, 10/19/2018 - 8:00am |
Wisconsin Pilot Program Offers Offenders Rehab Instead Of Jail Time, Hit The Pumpkin Patch This Weekend - Some Superior, Wisconsin, residents are pushing back on one area utility company looking to raise rates for electricity, water and gas after the Husky Energy explosion and fire left lots of income loss. We find out more. We also learn about a new program to be piloted in several Wisconsin counties that could offer those with drug-related offenses treatment options rather than jail time. And we head to the pumpkin patch to hear what this year's crop of pumpkins is like for growers. |
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Fri, 10/19/2018 - 7:00am |
Interview With Lieutenant Governor Candidate Wil Losch, What Recent Data Tells Us About Domestic Violence, Interview With 3rd Congressional District Candidate Steve Toft - New data released by Wisconsin's Justice Department reveal that prosecutors have sought less severe charges in cases of domestic violence than police. We talk with an expert about some of the key findings. We also hear from two candidates, 3rd Congressional District candidate Steve Toft and lieutenant governor candidate Wil Losch. |
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Thu, 10/18/2018 - 8:00am |
Wind Turbines Can Temporarily Affect Local Temperatures, Poll Places Not Always Friendly To Those With Accessibility Needs - You've likely driven past a field of wind turbines in Wisconsin in awe of these roadside giants. We hear about new research that found large scale operations can temporarily affect local temperatures. We also discuss how various types of buildings used as polling places can make it difficult for people with disabilities to get out and vote. |
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Thu, 10/18/2018 - 7:00am |
Interview With Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch, How Restorative Justice Could Shake Up The System, Interview With 3rd Congressional District Candidate Ron Kind - When the justice system leaves victims and offenders without closure or resolution, a newer approach, called restorative justice, could be the relief. We talk to a Wisconsinite who brought restorative justice practices to much of the state. We also hear from two candidates, Ron Kind who is running for 3rd Congressional District, and Rebecca Kleefisch who is running for lieutenant governor. |
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Wed, 10/17/2018 - 8:00am |
How China's New Recycling Rules Affect Wisconsin's Waste Industry, What Companies Mean When They Call A Product 'Natural' - The world's leading buyer of recyclables, China, adopted tighter standards for what kinds of recycled materials they will accept at the beginning of the year. We learn how these new rules affect Wisconsin and nationwide waste management companies. In light of a recent lawsuit filed against LaCroix's parent company, we talk about what it means when food and beverage companies label something as "natural" and what that should mean to consumers. |
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Wed, 10/17/2018 - 7:00am |
Interview With Lieutenant Governor Candidate Mandela Barnes, Many Wisconsin High School Students Are Not Filling Out FAFSA, Gubernatorial Candidates Give Their Stance On Taxes - Filling out the FAFSA application is a key first step for college-bound students in order to get financial aid for college. We talk to a guest who found that the majority of seniors at more than 100 high schools in Wisconsin did not fill out the application. We also break down what both of the gubernatorial candidates have said about their views on taxes. And we hear from Mandela Barnes, democratic candidate for lieutenant governor. |
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Tue, 10/16/2018 - 8:00am |
Beyond The Ballot Series, How Celebrities Influence Elections - With 112 million Instagram followers and millions of admirers, one post can have a far-reaching influence for stars like Taylor Swift. We talk about how celebrities influence politics with an expert. We also explore political divisiveness in Wisconsin as part of the next installment of the Beyond the Ballot series. |
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Tue, 10/16/2018 - 7:00am |
Interview With Lt. Gov. Candidate Patrick Baird, Third Gender Option, Saudi Arabia Update - We hear from the libertarian candidate, Patrick Baird, running for lieutenant governor this election. People registering for new driver's licenses in Minnesota can now select “X” instead of “M” or “F” if they do not identify as male or female. We learn about the change and what it means. We also hear about rising tensions between the United States and Saudi Arabia over the disappearance of a journalist. |
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Mon, 10/15/2018 - 8:00am |
How Michigan Mine Waste Is Impacting Lake Superior Communities, Schools Tackling Juul Vape Problems, State's First 'All-Abilities' Park Coming To La Crosse - La Crosse has started converting one of its city parks into an "all-abilities" park where people of all ages and abilities -- whether it be cognitive, sensory or physical challenges -- can play. We hear about this first-of-its-kind park for Wisconsin. We also discuss how both retailers and schools are trying to crack down on underage vaping. And we hear how some Lake Superior communities are experiencing negative effects from Michigan mining activity. |
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Mon, 10/15/2018 - 7:00am |
Interview With Lieutenant Governor Candidate Tiffany Anderson, Who's Spending The Money On Campaign TV Ads - There are five candidates competing for nomination the race for lieutenant governor. We hear from Tiffany Anderson of the Wisconsin Green Party first. We also learn more about the spending on political TV ads. |
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Fri, 10/12/2018 - 8:00am |
The Real Story Of Laura Ingalls Wilder - Thanks to a hugely popular series of books and a hit TV show, millions of fans around the world feel a personal connection with Laura Ingalls Wilder, whose autobiographical Little House series tells the story of a childhood spent on the American frontier. But how much of that story was fact, and how much of it was fiction? The author of a new Laura Ingalls Wilder biography digs into her life, from the plains of Kansas to her later days in the American south, where she wrote her classic series.
Guest(s): Caroline Fraser |
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Fri, 10/12/2018 - 8:00am |
The Artist Bringing Fresh Design To Milwaukee, Rustic Roads With The Best Fall Views For This Weekend - Many of Milwaukee's iconic buildings and spaces in neighborhoods like the Historic Third Ward in recent times can be traced to Milwaukee-based design firm Flux. We talk to a designer with the company about their role in restoring some of the historic areas of the city. We also talk about the best places to check out autumn views this weekend, whether you're on foot or wheels. |
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Fri, 10/12/2018 - 7:00am |
What The BRCA Mutation Means For Breast Cancer Risk, Sears Staving Off Bankruptcy, But For How Long? - Testing positive for the BRCA mutation does not necessarily mean a person will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. But many women feel pressure to undergo surgeries to reduce risk early on. We look at the recent research. We also take a look at one classic department store, Sears, that has has been hanging by a thread for years. |
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Thu, 10/11/2018 - 8:00am |
How To Share The Road With Farmers During Harvest, Milwaukee Film Fest Kicks Off Next Week - Fresh, local produce and bountiful harvests are delectable. But some drivers lack patience when stuck behind a tractor. We learn how best to share the roads with farm equipment this harvest season. We also get a preview of the Milwaukee Film Festival beginning Thursday, Oct. 18. |
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Thu, 10/11/2018 - 7:00am |
How Different Generations Bring Social Change, Wisconsin's Public Defenders Earn Lowest Wage In The Nation - Different generations are bound to see things a bit differently, and these changes in perspective can be enough to push social change, like acceptance of gay marriage. We talk to a sociologist about how social change happens and how it helped change views on the institution of marriage. We also learn about discrepancies in pay for public defenders in our state and across the nation. |
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Wed, 10/10/2018 - 8:00am |
President Trump's Ethanol Plan, The Trustworthy Midwestern Accent - President Trump has asked the Environmental Protection Agency to allow the year-round sale of gasoline with higher blends of ethanol. We learn more about the plan and its impact on Wisconsin from a reporter. We also learn more about the Midwestern accent and why it comes across as more trustworthy. |
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Wed, 10/10/2018 - 7:00am |
What's The State Of Voting Rights? - In 2013, a Supreme Court decision known as the Shelby ruling invalidated a key part of the Voting Rights Act. We explore the history of voting rights and the aftereffects of the Shelby ruling. We also discuss gerrymandering and the rise of voter ID laws and consider what’s being done both to hinder and to push for voter rights.
Guest(s): Carol Anderson |
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Tue, 10/09/2018 - 8:00am |
The Gig Economy Continues On, How Standardized Tests Look In Wisconsin - Services like Uber and Airbnb allow consumers to save a little money on travel here and there. But this new kind of work is also reshaping the way we look at employment. We explore the gig economy with a researcher. We also learn how Wisconsin students are faring on standardized test scores. |
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Tue, 10/09/2018 - 7:00am |
UN Report Predicts Serious Climate Change Consequences By 2040, Sixteen Counties And Two Cities In Wisconsin To Vote On Marijuana - A new report from the United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change relays concerning information about severe consequences we could see by 2040. We talk with one of the report's authors about what we could see in the future and how we can begin to reverse the impacts. We also talk about the many Wisconsin residents who will be sharing their opinions on marijuana legalization on ballots this November. |
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Mon, 10/08/2018 - 8:00am |
Going Forward After The Kavanaugh Vote, ER Doctors Experiencing Violence On The Job - Experiencing violence on the job is becoming a bigger problem for some emergency room doctors. We hear from a researcher about what is happening and how it can affect the working environment. We also hear about the results of the Kavanaugh vote and what's next from here. |
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Mon, 10/08/2018 - 7:00am |
Tonight's Senator Debate, Addressing Wisconsin's Increasing CWD Problem - Democratic Senator Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Leah Vukmir will take the stage tonight for their debate. We hear from a political scientist about the key issues the candidates will most likely discuss. We also find out about what lawmakers have in the works to try to slow the spread of chronic wasting disease in deer. |
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Fri, 10/05/2018 - 8:00am |
More Wisconsinites Using Absentee Ballots, Bite Into Some Great Wisconsin Apples This Fall - The number of Wisconsinites casting absentee ballots more than doubled between the 2004 and 2016 elections. We talk about what's behind this trend. We also learn more about this season's apple crop and the Bayfield Apple Festival happening this weekend. |
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Fri, 10/05/2018 - 7:00am |
How We Deal With A Decades-Old Assault - Women who survived sexual assault are coming forward decades after their attacks. We talk with a researcher who analyzes what’s prompting people to speak out, how we respond to these stories, and whether our understanding of trauma is evolving.
Guest(s): Kelly Wilz |
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Fri, 10/05/2018 - 6:00am |
Why Co-Op Businesses Matter, Wisconsin's Apple Crop And Festivals - You might have heard of or visited a grocery or agriculture co-op, where the business is equally owned and controlled by its members. We break down what this model can bring to the local economy and find out about other kinds of co-ops like health care and credit unions. We also learn about the upcoming Bayfield Apple Festival and this year's apple crop from several apple growers. |
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Thu, 10/04/2018 - 8:00am |
Kavanaugh Confirmation Process Update, What's The Coolest Product Made In Wisconsin? - We get up-to-speed on the latest news in the Brett Kavanaugh confirmation process. We also find out what Wisconsin products topped the list for the "coolest" products made in our state. |
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Thu, 10/04/2018 - 7:00am |
Wisconsin Report Shows School Referenda On The Rise - This November, Wisconsin taxpayers will decide whether to pass more than $1 billion in additional funding for public schools in the form of referenda. Meanwhile, referendums are on the rise in the state, according to a new policy report. We look at what's behind the increase and how policymakers and their constituents are reacting.
Guest(s): Jason Stein |
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Thu, 10/04/2018 - 6:00am |
The Odyssey Live, Wisconsin's Coolest Locally-Made Products - Jonathan Øverby, host of the world music program The Road To Higher Ground , is working on a new project that will showcase sacred world music. We hear from Øverby about what we can expect from "The Odyssey Live." We also find out about the products voted to be the coolest things made in Wisconsin, some innovative and some more tasty. |
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Wed, 10/03/2018 - 8:00am |
Wisconsin's Black Historical Society Turns 30, How Free Stuff Can Weigh You Down - Its been 30 years since the founding of Wisconsin's Black Historical Society and Museum, which preserves and honors our state's African American History. We hear from the society's founder and director about its mission and what you could see upon visiting the museum. We also discuss how accepting all the free branded swag -- from drawstring backpacks to convention T-shirts-- can pile up in our homes. |
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Wed, 10/03/2018 - 7:00am |
Amazon And The Economics Of $15-An-Hour - One of the nation’s largest companies is raising its minimum wage for all of its workers. Starting next month, Amazon will pay all its American employees $15 a hour, which is more than double the federal minimum wage. But will other companies follow suit? This hour, economist breaks down the significance of Amazon’s pay hike, the economics of raising the minimum wage, and whether Wisconsin could sustain a move to $15 an hour.
Guest(s): Laura Dresser |
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Wed, 10/03/2018 - 6:00am |
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program Funding In Question - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources requested a 10-year funding renewal for the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. We look at the history of the program and what could happen if it isn’t funded.
Guest(s): Mike Carlson |
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Wed, 10/03/2018 - 6:00am |
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program Seeks Funding For Further Conservation Efforts, Just Because It's Free Doesn't Mean You Need It - The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program established in 1989 in order to preserve and conserve Wisconsin's natural areas and wildlife habitats is requesting a 10-year funding renewal. We learn more about what the program does for the state and what could be at stake. We also learn why freebie items-- pens, notebooks, T-shirts -- are weighing down our homes. |
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Tue, 10/02/2018 - 8:00am |
Labor Unions In The Current Election Season, Where Do We Go With Sex Education Amidst #MeToo?, Wisconsinites Discuss Their Feelings Toward Prescription Drugs - For parents and educators who take on the challenge of providing sexual education to young adults, the #MeToo movement might be a reason to create new or additional lesson plans. A guest gives advice on encouraging conversations about body positivity and boundaries for young people. We also take a look at how the role of labor unions has changed in past elections. And we learn how Wisconsinites feel about prescription drug prices. |
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Tue, 10/02/2018 - 7:00am |
Wisconsin Welcomes Monkeys Ready For Retirement, Species Pushed Closer To Extinction By Illegal Market - Wisconsin is home to one of nine sanctuaries nationwide that offers a last home to monkeys who have spent their lives in research labs. We talk with the founder of Wisconsin's sanctuary about the environment and what retirement is like for these monkeys. We also learn more about the illegal endangered species market that's causing many species to be pushed closer to extinction. |
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Tue, 10/02/2018 - 6:00am |
How Sales Of Bump Stocks Have Changed Since The Vegas Shooting, How Prescription Drug Prices Are Affecting Wisconsinites - It's been about a year since a Las Vegas gunman used assault rifles, modified with bump stocks, to fire at an outdoor music festival. We take a look at the legal status and availability of bump stocks a year after this deadly mass shooting. We also consider how to talk to young people about sex education and consent as movements like #MeToo and #WhyIDidntReport are ongoing. Then, we turn to our latest conversation about the WPR News project, Beyond the Ballot, with a focus on how Wisconsinites feel about prescription drug prices. |
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Mon, 10/01/2018 - 8:00am |
Should You Trust The Polls This Election?, Talking About Diversity In Children's Literature - The 2016 election brought big surprises for some voters and those monitoring the polls. We talk to an election poll expert about how much faith we can reasonably place in this election's polls. We also discuss how schools and libraries play a role in what kind of literature students are reading. |
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Mon, 10/01/2018 - 7:00am |
Kimberly-Clark Deadline, Where To Next With The Kavanaugh Nomination Process - Elected officials are asking for an extension on the Sept. 30 deadline to decide the fate of one Kimberly-Clark plant. We explore what that extension could allow them to do. We also check in on the Brett Kavanaugh confirmation process. |
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Mon, 10/01/2018 - 6:00am |
App Could Help Travelers With Disabilities, Why Representation Matters In Children's Literature - For travelers with disabilities, flexibility in timing and planning is a must due to not knowing which areas or buildings will be accessible. We talk to the developer of a new app that could give people with disabilities more knowledge in advance. We also discuss what diverse characters and cultural representation in children's books does for a child. |
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